The right cocktail dress does not have to be black. It can be colorful and demure, but not garish. It will be prudent to make sure the dress is of the cocktail variety when choosing for a specific function. Cocktails with business partners or a cocktail party at the country club will make the difference the dress chosen. ...read more
Fashion design software allows you to take the visions you have and transform them in to usable patterns. This kind of software allows you to mix and match the different visions and create spectacular fashion designs with ease. If you have a passion for fashion design this is a worthy investment. ...read more
In today’s business world, suit jackets are a common wardrobe item. Men wear them with suit pants, most commonly. Women wear suit jackets either paired with a matching pair of dress pants or a skirt. Suit jackets typically state that they should be cleaned by a dry cleaning service. However, many people do not want to do this each time they wear a suit jacket. ...read more
All women want to feel like they look their best when they put on a dress, whether for a formal affair or a day by the beach. Each body type has different issues to deal with and the full-figured woman may want to keep these tips in mind when choosing a plus sized dress that flatters. ...read more
Clothing fashion trends either make or break a person’s style. There are many trendy styles to choose from and you can add your own personal taste. Fashion trends vary from season to season but you can stay up to date through websites and magazines. ...read more
The maxi dress consists of a sweeping long skirt that hangs close to the ground, and a close fitting sleeveless top. Usually fashioned in fabrics of cotton and polyester, the dress varies in colors and necklines. Women wear these dresses more often at the change of the seasons when the weather becomes cooler or warmer. You can sew your own maxi dress with very little difficulty. ...read more
A well-shined shoe adds the final touches to work attire or any semi-formal outfit. Shining shoes is also an important phase in making sure your favorite shoes are long lasting. The shoe shining business has become less common and more people are shining their own shoes. ...read more
Shoes get dirty over time, but athletic shoes can get dirty rather quickly, due to how these are used. Playing a sport like football in the mud can get shoes really dirty. Basketball shoes can get dirt on the bottom of them that can make it hard for a person to play the sport. Cleaning these shoes often can also help them last longer. ...read more
If you are a kid who has a passion and a knack for fashion, then you should know what steps you need to take to begin your career as a fashion designer. You must know that becoming a fashion designer takes a lot of hard work but the results are worth it. ...read more
Having to take your smelly shoes off in a room with people or a doctors office can be really embarrassing. Most people would try to get out of the situation or just refuse to take their shoes off. There are things you can do to keep your shoes from acquiring such an embarrassing odor. ...read more
Tying your shoes may seem like an easy task, but learning to do the process can sometimes be a challenge. Teaching others to tie their shoes can also be difficult if the process seems like second nature to you. Refreshing your memory on how to tie shoes can make any adult a better teacher. ...read more
By doing some creative clothes shopping a parent can save some money on kids clothes. Waiting for special sales to occur or looking online are two popular ways to save money. Writing down exactly which clothing the child needs can help the parent to avoid buying any items on impulse. ...read more
Designer handbags are all the rage with women around the world. For top dollar a woman can get a quality handbag that will last for many years to come. Designer handbags come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and prices. ...read more
Coach makes cleaning products that are designed to clean their various fabric and leather handbags. The Coach Signature Fabric Cleaner is to be used on their Coach fabric handbags and the leather handbags should be cleaned with the Coach Cleaner and Moisturizer set. ...read more
Leggings are commonly referred to as tights or stretch pants. Leggings were first introduced decades ago and have become increasingly popular again in recent years. Leggings are trendy and stylish and can be paired with a number of different clothing items. The key to rocking a pair of leggings is being comfortable with what you have on. ...read more
By Gail McClead May 05, 2011
I had a fabulous experience at Visions Salon. My stylist Brooke was so warm and friendly! My color turned out to be perfect! She helped me to determine a wonderful new look that I would have never guessed for myself. I love it and have found myself a new salon and stylist. I would highly reccomend both Brooke and Visions without a doubt! ...read more
By Suzie N April 27, 2010
I have had a consistently great experience at Visions Salon. The staff is professional but not stuffy. I'm a little hair impaired, I love that they make sure I can do it at home! ...read more
By Wendi May 12, 2009
I recently visited Visions Salon and had a wonderful experience. I had my hair cut with Melissa. I have gotten tons of complements on my cut. I will certainly be going back! ...read more
Wow. It seems like just yesterday, we were preparing for Y2K, and now we’re 19 years in. We’re approaching this year with grace and confidence because we’re just one year away from entering the “20s.” You know, like the “Roaring 20s,” but a hundred years later. Let that sink in. Now, when we refer to the 20s, we’ll have to ask, “Which ones?” But I digress. The point is, time is flying, and a century out from prohibition, we’re ready for the last year of this decade, and we’re raising a glass. Game on! In fact, this is how excited we are. Well, truthfully, Kelly is just excited because she’s splashing on the beach in Mexico. But she left us up here in the cold with some thoughts on what we can all look forward to in 2019. Rounded bobs One trend we’re excited about is the “Rounded Bob.” No, this is not your fat uncle. This is a new take on the traditional a-line bobs of yesteryear, with a look that is softer and more feminine. For you, it will just take some shine serum and a few minutes with the hair dryer. For the ladies of Nixon & Co, it will take some point cuts into your ends. But as you and I know, they know what they’re doing. Blunt jawline bob Here’s another trend we love for the New Year, the blunt jawline bob. Yes, it does sound like a boxing move. But, yo Adrian, this look will keep you on your feet and make you the winner of any match. Okay, enough boxing references. What the cut entails is a short blunt cut coming between your ears and chin. Shorter at the back, longer at the front, it flatters the jaw and brings out your pretty face. Pass the mustard While there is plenty more to say about hair trends of 2019, we have to move on to fashion too. Because you know, we are all about overall style from head to toe. The color we’re seeing for spring is yellow. But not lemon, or buttercup, or winter wheat. We’re talking mustard. It’s been said it’s bold with a hint of spice. Now don’t think yellow mustard at your neighborhood cookout. This is more like Grey Poupon. And coordinated with your classic black, it’s a look that’s making us suddenly hungry. Tie dye and “puffed shoulders” Since this may be a lot to digest, we’re tackling this one at the same time. Both tie dye and “puffed shoulders” have hit the runway for the season. They can’t scare us with these ones. Remember, we have beer. The fact is, it’s time to get out your rubber bands and your old shirts. Or, probably better yet, be on the look-out for these amazing finds. At the same time, look for some added poof in your dresses and tops. But remember, think “Puff,” not “Linebacker.” This is 2019. We don’t want to hurt anyone. In conclusion, these are just a few of the many trends of 2019 we’re ready for. And, if you want a new style to welcome in the new year, come see us. We’ll set you on a path to roar into 2020. And we’ll raise a toast together! ...read more
By Nixon & Co Salon & Boutique March 09, 2019
Holy crap – happy holidays! We’re ending the year by taking a look back. Well, we’re honestly just tired, or drunk on the nog, and we couldn’t think of a topic. So, we thought we’d reflect on the past year and highlight some of our favorite pieces of whit and banter, in case you missed them. Or you just want to read them again because they’re that good. Although we share our insights every single week, we’ll provide a recap this season by season. Winter We started the year with questions: What did we do before the Internet? What are the challenges to community and education? What is a $%@-hole country? Actually, this was all a big plug for shopping at Nixon & Company. But what a great start to 2018! In February, we took a trip to Vegas and came back with wise advice for summer fashions. We drew inspiration from a simpler time, and shared the latest on jumpers, rompers, and stripes. We were just warming up. Then we headed into St. Patrick’s Day with 4 ways to celebrate. There was plenty of talk of getting tied up. Okay, it was actually about belts. Get your head out of the gutter. Spring As spring approached, we addressed an issue at the top of everyone’s minds: The moist air and what that means to hair. True, we did provide some solid advice on products, cuts, and styling. But really, we just wanted to say moist. In May, we recognized our moms and encouraged everyone to celebrate Mother’s Day with new stuff from Nixon & Co. We still love these Beljoy bracelets, made by a company that creates jewelry-making jobs for the people of Haiti. Next, we offered four tips for making sure dad would never be a dud on Father’s Day. First, fix his do. Second, tame those caterpillars. Three, update his style. The fourth? You’ll have to read it. Summer When summer came, we celebrated National Friendship Day and we raised our glasses to all our friends who know where we buried the bodies. In August, Kelly suggested a way to unwind on National Relaxation Day. It involved a hot and tender approach using an instrument of loving heat and soft strokes. Intrigued? I bet! Moving on, we then dug deep into what makes Kelly tick. Is she a B#$%&, or just a Virgo? Fall Finally, moving into the last quarter, we were in high gear, spouting off all the reasons we love tacos. I don’t make this up. Then we shared deep thoughts on winter, which mainly consisted of: Stop shaving. And this brought us full circle to just a few weeks ago, when we brought everyone up to speed on Percy the Puny Poinsettia and, of course, our love of these awesome pants. So, it’s been a great year, full of inappropriateness, and there’s more where these came from. We don’t always reflect on all the wisdom we’ve shared, so we were happy to do it here. And it let us create a whole blog out of stuff we’ve already said. Until next year, thanks for reading. May you all have a joyous holiday and a very happy and healthy 2019. We’ll see you then! ...read more
By Nixon & Co Salon & Boutique March 09, 2019
We don’t know when it happened. Well, it was around 2010, according to TimeMagazine. But suddenly we can’t get through a holiday season without our ugly sweaters. Amber loves to sport her favorite one, with the strategically placed rose covering her boob. She swears it’s lovely. And it’s from Nordstrom! So it’s okay. She pulls it out every Christmas. Well, that’s not true. She wears it year-round. But the point is this, ladies: Ugly sweater season is here, and how can we make the most of this ugly tradition? Pour your nog, friends, we have some thoughts. Embrace it. The truth is the easiest way to get through it all is to just find that ugly sweater. The uglier the better. Take Amber’s lead and whip out your own nipple. Apparently, you don’t even need a flower. Any of Santa’s helpers will do. Why, Rudolph, is it cold in here? Seriously, if you don’t have anything hidden in your own closet, get yourself to all the stores who are catering to this trend, er, capitalizing on this opportunity. Nordstrom, Kohl’s, Walmart. They are here for you. And because Ugly Sweater extravaganzas aren’t going away anytime soon, consider it an investment. Although we don’t know how well Rudolph is going to hold up in the wash. Make your own. As if the holidays aren’t hard enough, apparently you can make them harder by creating your own ugly sweater. Amber swore there were kits for this. Of course, I didn’t believe her. But again, there is Google. Sure enough, “Let’sGet Ugly” is available at Bed Bath & Beyond – marked down to$6.99. I believe you have to get your own sweater though. And there are no reviews. Trust your gut here. I say, Amber can make a sweater, and I’ll make a drink. Bake it. Speaking of kits, it also seems there’s no reason to limit your ugly sweater to something you have to wear. Hell, you can eat this lovely tradition. Also available at Walmart is an ugly sweater cookie decorating kit. This is truly for the Christmas die-hards who want to bring out their creativity, and honestly, their tweezers. Check out the finished project. Try our cute sweaters instead. If all this is too much, we don’t blame you. Besides, there are so many times in our lives when we’re accidentally ugly, why would we do it on purpose? Instead, snub the trend and get a sweater that’s truly cute. We love this oversized grey sweater. Warm and cozy, even your nipples won’t show. Another great look for any holiday party: The dusty pink v-neck sweater. The look is dressy with a wide v-cut scoop neck and breast pocket detail. Relaxed yet slimming, the look is hard to achieve anywhere else. Even with a kit! Finally, ugly sweater or cute sweater, it’s sweater weather and ugly sweater season. Do what you got to do to get through it, even if you need a giant boob rose. Or two. And in the meantime, we wish you all a MerryChristmas. ...read more
By Nixon & Co Salon & Boutique March 09, 2019