Category Archives: Makeover

MAKEOVER! Feelin’ Groovy

Posted on February 22, 2012 by avatar

Who knew my last post “Going Gray Gracefully” would cause so much discussion? Obviously it is a chord that resonates with many. This situation reminds me of my good friend, piano teacher, musical mentor and, as she likes to say, … Continue reading →

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MAKEOVER! Do It For Yourself!

Posted on February 13, 2012 by avatar

Sometimes there is just no better reason to visit The Makeover Guy, Christopher Hopkins at reVamp! salon spa in MInneapolis than just to “do it for yourself” as did these two lovely ladies.

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MAKEOVER! My Daughter’s Eyes

Posted on February 13, 2012 by avatar

Sometimes it’s not the huge change that makes a makeover but the experience of ritual and celebration honoring an occasion or person, or in this case both. Jill was getting a makeover with the team at reVamp! salonspa in Minneapolis … Continue reading →

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MAKEOVER! I’m not invisible

Posted on February 6, 2012 by avatar

Bev took herself out of her comfort zone and made the trip to reVamp! for the oomph to stage her comeback! Transitional times abound as we travel down the proverbial road of life, and 60 is no different. I am … Continue reading →

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MAKEOVER! I’m freaking out!

Posted on February 6, 2012 by avatar

Beth Ann wanted a change but started to get nervous as soon as I took the first “snip.” It was probably a good thing because in the end she was happy. Which is the entire idea, of course!

She has thick hair, a low forehead, a smaller face which is a recipe for feeling weighted down. Something none of us want, especially after 40! My original idea for a “Winona Ryder” short ended with a sassy inverted bob with soft fringe that connected the new growth from the hormone changes of birth to the rest of the look.

Natalie Reponen created the color, Sarah Remer did the makeup, and reVamp! salonspa in Minneapolis housed the entire event.

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MAKEOVER MONTAGE! Turning 40

Posted on January 27, 2012 by avatar

This one started as a simple makeover clip. However, after discovering the song “Turning 40″ by Stewed Roots on the “In The Middle Of This” album I was reminded that every decade is a transition. I hope you enjoy. Thank … Continue reading →

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MAKEOVER! I didn’t know I could look like this anymore

Posted on January 27, 2012 by avatar

Nancy found herself unexpectedly single after 22 years in a committed relationship. She was about as tough of a nut to crack as any midwestern woman who had been there, done that, and bought the t-shirt could be. I’m a … Continue reading →

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MAKEOVER! More Polished, Professional and Sophisticated

Posted on January 24, 2012 by avatar

Joyelle enlisted the team of reVamp! salonspa and Christopher Hopkins to help her feel more put together. Since she had rather “out of control” curly hair, and since her personal style was more classic and dramatic, I felt a clean, … Continue reading →

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MAKEOVER! Time to Redo Me!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by avatar

Annette told me it had been exactly 4 years to the day that her husband said “I think I need a change.” After a difficult divorce, loss of job, and several life challenges piled on top, she pulled up her … Continue reading →

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HELP! I feel like a HAG!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by avatar

The following letter from Kristin in California appeared in my inbox. I responded that I normally charge for on line consultations, but if she was willing to allow you all to join in the process, I’d post it for review/comment/inspiration. … Continue reading →

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