Friday, January 27, 2012

Love is in the Hair: Valentine's Day Hair Ideas

Charlize Theron's Golden Globes Headband 


1. Consider Romantic Adornments.  At this year's Golden Globes we saw the re-emergence of the headband as a etheral and romantic.  Nothing rekindles romance like coquettish and innocent hair.  To bring out the puppy love feeling for Valentines Day set your hair on hot rollers and using a mix of bobby pins and holding pins secure your hair to one side.  Set with a light hold hairspray and add a headband.  Sunny's has some great romantic headbands in stock starting at $20 & up.

Victoria's Secret Sexy
2.  Follow Victoria's Secret Lead.  When women ask what type of hair do men find sexiest....we always direct them to the blueprint of sexy:  Victoria's Secret.  You never see women with stick straight hair or super curly hair in their pages.  It's because men love soft touchable hair that looks flirtatious and effortless.  So grab some 14" clips in hair extensions and a curling wand and begin placing some random waves in your hair... let it set with light hairspray and then run your fingers through your hair and put on your demure sexy smile and a call it wrap.

Simply, Sexy & Stunning
3. Pony it up: Men love a good old-fashioned ponytail with a twist.  Pay homage to screen goddess Kate Beckinsdale with a custom made wrap around ponytail to give a little umph to your night.  Use your own hair to create a ponytail and then clip on your added hair and wrap the remaining hair around with a bobby pin.  Create some volume with strategically placed curls.

Sunny's Girls Valentine Day Specials @ Vis a Vis Salon


Hi Sunny's Girls

With Valentine's Day approaching one of our favorite Salons in Atlanta has extended a special promotion for Sunny's Girls.  The week of February 6-10 Vis a Vis The Salon will offer Sunny's Girls the following:
  • A complimentary Kerastase treatment with a blow-dry service
  • 10% of all retail purchases 
  • A complimentary travel size Kerastase product with any purchase

Vis a Vis The Salon offers unparalled service, aesthetics and styling in their gorgeous Buckhead Salon.  Founded by former Van Michael Stylist Jeffery McQuithy.  


More info:


Vis a Vis 
327 Buckhead Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-266-3320

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Celeb looks we Love: Taylor Swift on Vogue's Cover

 She should always look like this... an feminine lithe tribute to the 1970's Taylor Swift stuns on this month's cover of Vogue.  We love her hair straight with bangs. 

If you are wondering what you look like with bangs stop by Sunny's we have some great and affordable clip in bangs.  I'll be honest they only look good on about 40% of customers.  You need the right balance of layers and face shape  to carry it off....but if on the other side you get the Taylor Swift effect...it's worth a try.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

A Sunny's Girl Guide to Finding the Right Stylist


To me... you are not really a woman until you have found the right hairstylist.  An amazing hairstylist is like a portal to the world of fabulosity and a life long friendship.

Yet I see so many women who are held in what could only be described as an abusive relationship.  They suffer crippling damage to their hair and hairline, are constantly waiting and unable to predict what their day would look like the second the step into the salon...and to top it all off have horrible hair...that they themselves know is horrible but they don't speak up.

So.... as someone who has lived in 5 cities in the past 15 years I can offer some insight into finding the perfect hairstylist.

1. Know what you need:  
Not everyone's hair requires the same needs.  For some women, they haven't had a true haircut in a decade.  They just need someone to maintain the health and shine of their hair.  Other women need color that looks like it has been painted on by the hands of an angel.  Once you know what you are really looking for in a stylist then you can start out on your search.

2. Ask and be bold:  
Look to trusted sources to get their recommendation on a hairstylist.  I think the staff at Sunny's or any high end beauty boutique is a great place to start.  Also look around at malls, events and people you walk by on the street.  Don't be afraid to start with a smile, compliment their hair and ask who does it.  This has been the sure fire way that I have found some of the best stylists.

3. Use Concrete Examples: 
Once you have the name of the stylist don't just make an appointment.  This guarantees that you will just be treated as another client in the day.  You need to make yourself stand out and start out on the best foot with your new potential stylists.  This is an interview.  You should arrive looking like the best representation of you day in...day out.  If you wear Louboutin's everyday don't show up in sweats and vice versa.   Schedule a consultation and bring examples of your hair in the past and examples of celebrities WHO HAVE HAIR LIKE YOU to the consultation.  Please do not show up with Jennifer Aniston's picture if people always tell you you look like Kerry Washington!

4. Speak Up
If something doesn't feel right...speak up. It's your hair. Don't apologize...don't hedge your words just directly say... please don't shampoo my hair too strong etc.   Practice lowering the tone of your voice and speaking directly in the mirror before going to your appointment. Role playing is a great way to harness your strengths and prepare yourself for success with your stylist.  

5. Be Patient  
While this sounds contradictory.  Give your stylist two or three times to get doing your hair down pat.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Notes on a Ponytail: Chrissy Lampkin's 32" Pony on Love & Hip Hop


We love Love & Hip Hop!  It's fun to see these ladies add they're own stamp on fashion and trends by representing NYC/NJ in a new way.

So we especially love Chrissy Lampkin and Jim Jones.  They just represent street love in a way that is approachable.  We were excited during the engagement scene in Miami but we were absolutely taking notes on Chrissy's Ponytail.

It has to be atleast 32" of hair and she just owns it....each and every inch.
Custom Wrap Around Ponytail from Sunny's


To recreate her look you need a human hair wraparound ponytail.  Something like this has to be custom made.  Our Atlanta store has the infamous Ricco Thomas who can make custom ponytails for $100.  It is definitely worth adding to your hair tool kit Sunny's Girls.

Call 404-355-7077 to set up an appointment for your custom pony or drop into our Atlanta store.