MENU
SEARCHMay 3-4, 2014, marked the Spring American Association of Cosmetology School Conference and the first every student qualifying round for Battle of the Strands hair competition.
May 3-4, 2014 at Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona, was the spring American Association of Cosmetology School (AACS) Conference and the first every student qualifying round for Battle of the Strands hair competition.
Students from four area cosmetology schools entered five teams for the preliminary rounds for the chance at participating in the final rounds of Battle of the Strands student competition in Las Vegas, October 2014.
The theme was West Meets Avant Garde, and teams competed and were judged on hair, make-up, nails and fashion. There was a range of out-of-the-box styling from Corn Flakes body art to crocheted hair molded into a desert rose. D'Image Beauty College Avondale, D'Image Beauty College Phoenix, First Class Demeanor (Avalon School of Cosmetology, Phoenix Campus), Team Edge (The Studio Academy of Beauty) and Team Zephyrus (Avalon School of Cosmetology, Mesa Campus) all competed.
Judges chose First Class Demeanor, led by Kristopher Johnson, and Team Edge, led by Celina Garcia, to move forward in the competition in Las Vegas, and attendees and exhibitors chose Zephyrus, led by Adrian Manzo, to advance as well.
For more information, visit battleofthestrands.com.
LIKE THIS? TRY THESE:
Battle of the Strands — a hair, makeup and wardrobe competition — is gearing up for its Oct. 6, 2014 competition date with preliminary competitions throughout the U.S.
Read more
Clark Russell Salon of Lafayette, California won the Battle of the Strands hair, make-up and fashion competition held October 14 in Las Vegas.
Read more
The third annual Battle of the Strands competition is being currently held in Las Vegas, with competitions running until October 14.
Read more
Vegas Beauty Unbound, a new “extreme beauty” event in Las Vegas offered three-days of speakers, runway shows and The Battle of the Strands.
Read more
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.
Today's clients are hearing more about longevity, biohacking, inflammation, and healthy aging than ever before. This article explores the science and language behind the skin longevity movement, and what it could mean for client consultations, treatment recommendations, and professional credibility.
Licensed to Thrive, Anna Manukyan's all-in-one beauty career and financial masterclass, is being gifted to professionals who enroll in L'Oreal LEVEL Rewards for a limited time.
From breaking free of external validation to creating joy-based goals, discover a more sustainable and fulfilling path to success.
A full day of education for hairstylists and salon pros focused on pricing, personal branding, client experience, social media, and long-term career growth.
