Monday, 29 October 2012

Hairdressing; Colour Change Service

So now for a rather geeky confession...the reason I love colouring people's hair? Yes it makes a huge change to someones appearance and yes, there's a bit more variety with colouring then cutting but really?...It's because there is so much science behind it all and I love a challenge! Anyone who has used a home hair kit will know that hair colour very rarely turns out the way it looks on the box.
 
There are so many factors that need to be considered before selecting the correct colour and tone; condition of the hair? Does the hair need to be stripped if too dark? Does the hair need to be pre-pigmented if too light? Are the tones compatible? Does the colour need to be neutralised etc etc...
 
Fiona has had highlights in her hair for the past 5 years and decided it was time for a change. To get Fiona's hair ready for the darker colour, it was essential we pre-pigmented her hair first...basically putting back in the colour which the years of bleach had stripped out. Without doing so, the hair would have turned a khaki, light brown. Once the warmth was put back into Fiona's hair, we could begin the normal colouring process...
 
 
For colour services and enquires, please contact me:
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist; Saks NVQ2 Hairdressing, L'Oreal Colour Key's, L'Oreal Colour Change.
 

Wednesday, 24 October 2012

Handmade Bridal Hair Accessories by Charlotte Grace Creations

With so much to a plan for a wedding, it's so easy to forget about the smaller details. Charlotte Grace is a wedding dress maker based in Hertfordshire and along with individual bridal dresses, she also makes bespoke bridal hair accessories, veils and vintage style garters. Her items are on sale in Satin Bow Bridal in St Albans or you can contact her directly via her facebook page.
 
Charlotte Grace has also provided me with a selection of her combs and veils which are available to be tried during your bridal hair trial.
 
 
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist
Based in Hertfordshire

Saturday, 20 October 2012

Bridal Hair and Makeup Hertfordshire

It's so lovely to receive photo's from previous brides and I must say, this photo of Kerry made my day! Kerry was let down by her hair and makeup artist 3 weeks before her wedding day and I'm so pleased I was able to help her have a wonderful day! A big thank you to Sophie Wilson Photography for sharing her work. You can see the other photo's on my facebook page.
 
 
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup
Based in Hertfordshire

Friday, 19 October 2012

Bridal Hair Hertfordshire

I'm so pleased with the results of Katy's hair and makeup trial trial this morning. Katy's bridal hair comb was bought from Glitzy Secrets and we used a hair piece which she purchased from the National Wedding Show at Earl's Court.
 
 
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup
Based in Hertfordshire

Monday, 15 October 2012

Hertfordshire Wedding Fayr

I had a wonderful time at Shendish Manor's wedding fayre at the weekend and met some lovely brides! It was a lovely opportunity to discuss idea's for their hair and makeup and I was rather pleased with the design of my stand! Off to Bushey Country Club new week...
 
 
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist
Based in Hertfordshire

Thursday, 11 October 2012

Herald Express Berkahmsted, Tring and Hemel

Yesterday I received a call from Abena Bailey from the local Gazette and Herald Express expressing an interest in my photoshoot with Lauren Pope at Lakeside Shopping Centre. And today...I made the paper!
2012 has so far been a truly exciting year and with a few more stories up my sleeve for later this year, it looks like they'll be no rest for the wicked!
 
 
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist
Based in Hertfordshire

Tuesday, 9 October 2012

Wedding Hair and Makeup Hertfordshire

 
A big thank you to Chantelle Bateman Photography for sending me some beautiful photo's from Kirsten's wedding earlier this year. Kirsten managed to say looking flawless all day despite the scorching temperatures!
 
 
 

 
 
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist
Based in Hertfordshire

Thursday, 4 October 2012

TOWIE’s Lauren Pope at Lakeside Shopping Centre

“Fashion comes to life at Lakeside Shopping Centre as mannequins and TOWIE’s Lauren Pope, go in search of the latest Autumn/Winter trends.”
 
 Lakeside Shopping Centre is hosting its annual autumn/winter fashion shows this weekend from 5th to 7th October showcasing the hottest new looks for men, women and children from a wide range of Lakeside shops.
I was lucky enough to be asked to do the makeup for Lauren in a 'night of the living mannequins' style photo shoot while the centre was empty late at night.
The brief was to make Lauren look like a mannequin whilst keeping her makeup fresh and beautiful. Using matt products and harsh contouring, this look worked well under camera and can be seen on Reveal.co.uk and OK! Magazine
 

 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist


Monday, 1 October 2012

Shendish Manor Wedding

So lovely to see photo’s from Juliet and Andrews wedding taken by Olivier Bonneau Photography! Their ceremony took place in Bovingdon, Hertfordshire followed by the reception at Shendish Manor...
 
Vicky Brown Hair and Makeup Artist
Based in Hertfordshire