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SEARCHTo celebrate hairdressers, GKhair hosted a Pinterest Contest for licensed cosmetologists where one lucky winner would receive an all-expenses paid city break for two to fashion-fused London for four nights to see and experience. Read more about the winner and see got her the winning spot!
Lindsey Drago from Colorado Springs, Colorado has been announced as GKhair’s Pin it to Win it Winner! Drago, a hair stylist and owner of Eden Salon & Barber Shop, will receive an all expenses paid city break for two to fashion-fused London for four nights including airfare, hotel and $500 spending money or $3,000 cash prize. “My GK Vision is the ability to transform any texture and length of hair into a work of art. Modern elements expressed through make-up, fashion and photography finish a masterpiece. If you see it, you can have it!”
The GKhair artistic and leadership team chose Drago because she exhibited the ideal GKhair vision. She displayed inspiration, creativity, and progressive personal and stimulating style by creating designs using GKhair products and tools. “Lindsey’s presentation of custom form and techniques are something all stylists would find uplifting and motivating,” says Missy Heckman, PR and Marketing Manager.
The contest asked hairdressers on Pinterest to create a Pinboard titled “MY GK Vision,” then to pin photos that showcased their GKhair vision using their unique style and transforming techniques.
Lindsey Drago and her sister, Sara Mascarenas, pose for the camera while enjoying their London getaway!
Lindsey Drago and her sister, Sara Mascarenas, show off their awesome "London" hair 'dos.
Lindsey Drago and her sister, Sara Mascarenas, in front of London Bridge.
Lindsey Drago's Picture of Big Ben in London!
Lindsey Drago, Sara Mascarenas and GK Hair's Team Member, Emerson Proenca.
For more information on GKhair, visit www.gkhair.com.
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