MENU
SEARCHEmpire Beauty School asked their students to show us how they would style Beyoncé, Iggy Azalea and Taylor Swift for music’s biggest night.Empire’s ‘Style the Artist’ Instagram contest asked students to choose one of these ...
Empire Beauty School asked their students to show us how they would style Beyoncé, Iggy Azalea and Taylor Swift for music’s biggest night.
Empire’s ‘Style the Artist’ Instagram contest asked students to choose one of these 3 Grammy nominated stars; Beyoncé, Iggy Azalea or Taylor Swift; then style a Grammy worthy look for the artist of their choice.
“As a stylist it’s fun to imagine styling an artist for a big event.” says Karie Schoeneman, Vice President of Education for Empire Education Group. “We know competition inspires students. When we have the chance to incorporate that inspiration into something they enjoy, like music, it’s a great chance to get students involved.”
More than 570 styles were uploaded to Instagram for the contest, but just three winners were chosen by Empire’s Education team, based on the following criteria: Polished Finish, Balance, Level of Difficulty and Adherence to Wearable Red Carpet Hairstyle.
The first place winner was Ly Phlo, a student at Empire Beauty School in Boston, Massachusetts for the style she designed for Taylor Swift. Phlo won a Farouk CHI kit valued at $500.
Second place went to Victoria Asnina, a student at Empire Beauty School in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, for her look designed for Iggy Azalea. Asnina won a Babyliss Pro X2 Ferrari Designed Clipper.
Third places was awarded to Karina Kotok Astakhov, a 2013 graduate of Empire Beauty School in Lebanon for her Beyoncé inspired updo. Astakhov won a Sparkle Baby blue S1 shear kit.
“The styles our students have come up with are glamorous and inventive.” says Schoeneman. “Many of our future professionals designed looks that truly fit with the stars personal styles.”
For more information, visit www.empire.edu and visit Empire Beauty School’s Instagram.
Style the Artist winners: Left: First Place for “Taylor Swift” by Ly Phlo – student at Empire Beauty School, Boston, MA. Center: Second Place for “Iggy Azalea” by Victoria Asnina – student at Empire Beauty School, Cherry Hill, NJ. Right: Third Place for “Beyoncé” by Karina Kotok Astakhov – 2013 graduate of Empire Beauty School in Lebanon.
Anny VanDriel, owner of Be Rosie Salon and creator of Pricing Isn’t Personal, volunteered to share a pricing presentation to beauty school students a year ago, and ended up learning more than she expected.
From the launch of the Ulta BeautyArtist Collective to the evolution of Trendspiration, celebrating stylists is what The Salon at Ulta Beauty does best.
Sponsored by Ulta Beauty
With more than four decades in the industry, hairdresser and MODE Education founder Stan Newton has built a career around the art and discipline of cutting hair, learning the rules so he can break them.
Beauty professionals should evaluate each service based on its popularity, profitability, and alignment with current trends. Conducting client surveys and analyzing booking data can provide insights into which services are in demand and which might be phased out.
LifeSpa leader Ali Yanez explains why strong mentorship, predictable income, meaningful recognition and the right work environment help beauty professionals build careers that last.
Whether a beauty professional chooses a commission salon, booth rental, salon suite or salon ownership, the common thread is having more choices than ever before.
Sport Clips Haircuts will host its inaugural "Level Up Live," a first-of-its-kind virtual event that combines live haircutting education, career inspiration, product knowledge, and employment opportunities for licensed stylists and cosmetology students nationwide.
Orthopedic PT reveals three daily exercises plus ergonomic advice that can help salon professionals avoid the aches and injuries caused by standing, bending and repetitive overhead work.
Four publications for beauty industry professionals to enhance their leadership skills, financial awareness, professional growth, and joy!
Salon suite pioneer Karen Kaminski argues that the next evolution of independent beauty businesses won't be defined by beautiful spaces alone, it will be driven by smarter systems that help professionals spend less time on administrative work and more time serving clients.
At a time when many LGBTQ+ people felt compelled to hide parts of themselves, Carlos Valenzuela found a career in beauty and a community that offered opportunity based on what you could do and how well you could do it.
Whether it's social media, fashion, film, art, or culture, Chaz Dean advises stylists to stay aware of what's inspiring people. Take the elements that make sense for you in these five lessons learned through a life in beauty.
For Jessica Domoney, building a successful career isn't about saying yes to every opportunity, it's about protecting your time, investing in yourself and creating an experience clients won't forget.
MODERN SALON sat down with Samuels to discuss the book, beauty education, mentorship and the habits that help beauty professionals thrive.
"The mistake people make is treating AI like a vending machine instead of a personal assistant." Digital marketing expert Scott Moon shares how beauty professionals can use AI while staying authentic
Real-world advice on creativity, consultations, color, burnout, business, boundaries, inclusivity, client care, and career growth from educators and industry experts.
Real-world advice on creativity, consultations, color, burnout, business, boundaries, inclusivity, client care, and career growth from educators and industry experts.
