New York Fashion Week / SS16

  As the year nears it’s closeout, I wanted to make sure I still shared my New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2016 experience. I’m certain fashion industry professional’s, fashion guru’s and spectators are still smiling at the memories of yet another successful showcase. With the announcement that Mercedes Benz will not be hosting this year,…

New York Fashion Week – 2015

  Having the opportunity to be backstage during one of the largest Fashion Weeks in the world, New York Fashion Week, is an amazing experience and a huge accomplishment for most fashion industry professionals.  From the immense networking opportunities, hair care product knowledge, advanced hairstyling techniques and surprising celebrity appearances, backstage access is where all the…

Style Session with Kim Kimble

  Recently, I had the pleasure of learning from one of the leaders in the hair industry, Kim Kimble.  Kim is a business owner, hair educator, reality TV star and a celebrity hairstylist.  I was humbled by the opportunity to speak with her and learn some of her tips for styling hair in mainstream.  Kim…

Charleston Fashion Week 2014

  Creator and Director Ayoko Lucas has done it again with the 2014 Charleston Fashion Week.  The 7th annual runway event was held in Marion Square in historic downtown South Carolina.  The 2014 showcases were presented throughout 5 nights and consisted of over 35 runway shows.  The networking opportunities at Charleston Fashion week have led…

RAW “Natural Born” Artists

  Recently I was scouted to become a RAW Artist and showcase at their Charlotte, NC premiere event. RAW is an international arts organization which hand picks and spotlights local artists in the fields of film, fashion, music, visual art, performing art, hairstylists, make-up artists and more.   RAW is known to be an underground…

Hairfinity – A Hair Vitamin

  If you have sat in my chair before then you have probably heard me say that ultimately sustaining a healthy head of hair begins on the inside.  Majority of society can probably relate to the idea that as you get older you tend to become “unhealthier.”  There are plenty of reasons and/or excuses as…

New York Fashion Week – February 2014

  New York Fashion Week is one of four major fashion weeks in the world, along with those in Paris, London and Milan. So, there is no surprise that fashion designers and beauty professionals see this biannual occasion as a tremendous opportunity to participate and showcase their artistic abilities. With runway presentations occurring daily over…

Holiday Hair: Happy New YOU!

  As 2013 has come to a close, it’s important that we end things the way we want them to begin.  Fearless and intentional are the two words that come to mind.  mane.ediTS wants to inspire you to set the tone for the year and become a trend setter rather than be trendy.   Whether…

Holiday Hair: “Hair” I Want For Christmas

  Season’s greetings folks!  As we venture into the end of this year and celebrate the Christmas Holiday, mane.ediTS would like to encourage you to explore some soft voluminous curls!  This look, no matter the specific length or cut, never falls out of style.  This is a great way to look timeless in all the…

Glover Wedding

Saying “I DO” – Glover Style

  As I gear up for the 2014 bridal season, I wanted to share some recent work of mine where I provided full bridal hair services.  The new Dr. Darryl and Mrs. Adeola Glover celebrated their lifetime commitment to one another which has been the best I’ve seen yet!  Adeola being of Nigerian decent planned…