Red Kat Salon: No Shade Hair & Entertainment expo recap!

A couple weekends ago I had the pleasure of covering the No Shade Hair & Entertainment Expo presented by Red Kat Salon. Let me just start off by saying this event was amazing, it had all the elements for a GRAND event. The event took place at De Ja Vu restaurant and lounge in Newport News, VA. The entire venue was filled with natural hair, fashion entertainers, vendors and much more.

 

The event was host by radio personality  J-Rod( @jtalk100), he is pictured above with the special guest for the night Aevin Dugas(www.aevindugas.com) who currently holds the Guinness book world record for the largest afro.

 

 

 

Pictured above is Renee owner of Red Kat Salon and creator of No Shade Hair and entertainment expo. Renee was looking to bring Hampton Roads an elite event that included entertainment, expert panel, giveaways, vendors and an amazing atmosphere. Renee definitely has the vision to make this event annual, and I would have to agree with her.

 

Some of the artist that performed pictured below:

 

 

Songtress Vannessa Blanco                           Spoken word artist, Yolanda Bibbs

 

  Rapper MoeLew, pictured left                                        HipHopJazz artist, Frederick Reid

 

Boutique Crush as also in the building, showcasing some of their latest trends.

Make sure you check them out at www.boutiquecrush.com

 

Nikki J was in the building behind the scenes and on the main stage!

Nikki J pictured above with her hair models.

Nikki J and Fawwne Smith, owner of Salon Noa in Virginia Beach, VA

 

One of the models for Natural Hair by Nerissa

 

Fawwne Smith with her hair models and owner of Boutique Crush(far right) Kisha Porter

 

 

Pictured below are some of the attendees.

 

 

 

 It was a pleasure to learn about the journey of Aevin Dugas. Her and her fro are taking over one beauty at a time. She was extremely humble and think most would have been surprised to hear about her wash regime and products she liked to use. She is a true testament that if you take care of your hair, it will take care of you!

 

 

This event truly left you wanting more, I would definitely encourage Red Kat Salon to make this even annual and even take it on the road. Whenever naturalallurememoirs.com gets a chance to support events right here in Hampton Roads we jump at the opportunity. You can keep up with what is next for Red Kat by following Renee on instagram @purrrfectlynatural or on www.redkatsalon.com.

 

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xoxoStayFabulousxoxo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Make up Mondays: featuring Ariell Ash

Happy Monday loves. It has been a trying couple of weeks, but with every new day brings new sunshine. I hope you all have been well. It is Monday again and we are back at makeup Mondays with our favorite makeup artist Ariell Ash a.k.a Rollinwithstone.

Have you ever considered making a career as a professional makeup artist, but not sure how to get started? Ariell shares with us some tips on how to get started as a freelance makeup artist.


10 tips to becoming a professional makeup artist

1. Learn. Learn. Learn.  Expand your knowledge of artistry and never stop
2.Try to get a job at any makeup counter. This is extremely helpful but not necessary.
3. Be professional at all times, you never know who you are meeting.
4. Build relationships everywhere you go.
5. Contrary to what some people may believe you are your best advertisement so never walk outside of the door without looking your absolute best.
6. Expand your knowledge on products and keep up with the latest products and trends.
7. Actively utilize and be consistent with social media.
8. Make sure all your products and tools are clean and tidy as well as your workstation wherever that might be.
9. Use the most professional  and sanitary sampling procedures.
10. Be consistent with all of the nine steps stated above.

These were just a few tips to help you jump start your career as a makeup artist. If you have any questions please leave a comment.

 

 

Instagram: @rollinwithstone

Youtube: rollinwithstone

Website: www.ariellash.com

xoxoStayFabulousxoxo

Style Stalk Friday: Eunice

Friday brings lots of relief from the hectic and busy week, however for my readers it also brings what now should be your favorite day of the week on the blog . Style Stalk Friday!! I think it is time to officially name this day. I have been doing features for a while and consistently posted on Fridays, so it only made sense to make it a official. This week we feature fellow blogger and style maven Eunice of glossylipz.com. Eunice is a fashion blogger and model, born in Ghana now living in the UK she is no stranger to love of fashion we all share. Her blog started out as just a hobby and quickly found herself sharing her love for fashion with the world.

 

1. When did you fall in love with fashion?

 

 Have always loved fashion and I remember very well when I was in junior secondary school back home in Ghana I always wanted to look good especially on Saturday classes when we get to dress casual, and as a child back in the days when my parents could not afford  many stylish clothes however I would always make sure I looked my best in what I had until I could afford and make my own choices.

2. Who/What are your style inspirations?

 

  "StyleIsMything" really inspires me her style is just out of this world and anything to do with shoes, bags, accessories and clothes also inspires me a lot, not forgetting when I see other girl just rocking the high street style with such confident.

3. How would you describe your style?

 

   I will describe my style as trendy and very much girly, I love to keep up with the latest fashion and I dress according to how I feel on any particular day and my look always has a very feminine flair to it.

 

Make sure you follow Eunice on instagram @glossylipz1 for more daily fashion inspiration.

 

 

 

 

xoxoStayFabulousxoxo

Makeup Mondays: Featuring Ariell Ash

Happy Monday loves! With fall behind us and winter moving in, we all are looking for the perfect winter lip. As much as we love summer & spring colors there can be something magical about the darker colors the winter months can bring. Ariell will share with us some of her favorites.

Ariell's top five

I want to share with you all Stones's top 5 favorite lip colors for this season.

1. Sephora cream lip stain in Dark Berry paired with Mac lipliner in Nightmoth

 

2. Nyx matte lip cream in Stokholm paired with NIghtmoth lipliner by Mac

 

 

 

3. Revlon lipstick in Va Va Violet paired with Nightmoth lipliner by Mac

 

 

4. Mac lipstick in Violetta

 

 

5. Mac retro matte lipstick in All Fired Up

 

 

 

Lipsticks are definitely becoming the new favorite accessory, there are so many beautiful looks you can create with a simple eye and a bold lip. Ariel is never afraid to push the envelope when it comes to lip colors.

 

What are your favorite lipsticks this season??

 

 

 

Instagram: @rollinwithstone

Youtube: rollinwithstone

Website: www.ariellash.com

 

 

xoxoStayFabulousxoxo

Makeup Mondays: Featuring Ariell Ash

Happy Monday everyone. I hope everyone had an amazing & productive weekend. With fall quickly making each departure and old man winter taking it's place, Ariell continues with the love of all things lips. Check out what goodies Ariell has to share with us this week.


Sephora Cream Lip Stains
This make up Monday I want to highlight fall lip colors. I think three colors that are E sensual for fall is a nude color a nice red and a beautiful dark plum color. With these three colors you would definitely have a lip for any occasion. I recently purchased these cream lip stains in the colors always red (red), classic beige (nude), and dark berry (dark plum). These colors dry to a matte finish and the pigmentation is amazing. I've attached my YouTube video with the full review of these colors.

 

 

 



 

 

 

Instagram: @rollinwithstone

Youtube: rollinwithstone

Website: www.ariellash.com