Easiest Holiday Gifts Ever

With all the chaos of the season, it's nice when you can hit up one place and knock out several gifts at once, right? How many people do you have on your gift list that care about their appearance? Probably at least one. We have some wonderful ideas for those people for the holidays and they are thoughtful and also super easy to purchase. No finding parking at the mall, no worrying about what you want being sold out, no fighting with strangers over the last of something. Who wants that? No one. It makes the holidays really unfun. Check out our ideas:

Gift certificates

Though it may seem like a cop out, a gift certificate to a salon is a great way to give someone what they really want. Maybe they'd like a new haircut, a new color, a facial, a massage or even whiter teeth. We do all that and more at Melange. Let them choose their own gift.

Hair and beauty products

Need something for their stockings or even a fun gift basket full of their favorite products? Come into the salon and pick up a selection from what we have in stock or make life even easier by going online to Shop.com and purchasing a variety of products that can be shipped straight to your door and also save you money by finding you the best deals and getting you cash back too.

Hair appliances

Just like your gift recipients have favorite haircare and beauty products, they probably also need new appliances for their hair. Maybe a new curling iron, straightener or blow dryer. We have some items in the salon, but you could also purchase these on Shop.com you'll find that one thing they probably have been asking for for months. Surprise them with it and also save.    

Friday Photos - Real People Rockin' Hair Trends

Sometimes we just like to give credit where credit is due. Here are 4 real-life women rocking hair trends of the moment out and about. If you want to get these looks, click on the photo to be taken to how-tos.

Textured Waves

 Side Bun

High Ponytail

You can also try doing the chignon pony, but keep the ponytail higher up

Ballerina/Ballet Bun

We love seeing gals out there trying the latest trends on their own. It may not look perfect, but it works! What trends are you currently rocking?

Winter Color Trends

Are you feeling like you need a new color to get you through these dreary winter months? Sometimes just a new hue can make all the difference. Deeper, richer colors are big right now and can make you feel like a new person. They can also still work with a bit of bronzer, so you aren't feeling like you look like a ghost with dark hair, though a milky white complexion can still work in your favor, too.

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Espresso

This soft black can be found on the likes of Zooey Deschanel and Kim Kardashian (before she went bronde) and can be given more depth by adding rich grey highlights.

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Cinnamon

This reddish brown tends to keep coming back around and can be very flattering on many people. It can be more red, but if you like it can be a fab undertone, looking like a beautiful rich brown and then the cinnamon shows as the light hits it.

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Copper

This is a natural shade for redheads, but can definitely work on brunettes and darker blondes, which is why it it is a fave among many. This pretty hue  will certainly put some color into your life during the long winter months. You might even find yourself keeping it after the weather warms up.

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Plum

Add interest to your dark locks with a fun color that will make people do a double-take. Plum is an amazing addition to darker-toned hair and isn't totally apparent that you're sporting an unnatural shade. For the professional wanting something different, but nothing out there that you get funny looks, plum is the way to go.

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Obsidian

Do you love the color of chocolate or rye bread? Add richness to your hair with a dark brown that will flatter your face. the warmer tones will really pull you out of the winter doldrums. 

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Apricot

If you're blonde and afraid to go too drastically away from your natural (or adopted) color, then get a little extra color by adding in some peach. It'll be just different enough for a mid-season pick-me-up, but subtle that you'll feel like you're not being true to yourself.

Will you be trying one of these new color trends for Winter? Which one?

Our Favorite Holiday Looks for 2013

The Holidays are Coming! That means there will be a bunch of parties, get-togethers and travels on your calendar. You want to look your best, right? Of course you do. Show everyone you’re on top of the trends this year by choosing from these mix-and-match looks to bring out whispers of awe from your family, friends and coworkers. These looks will have them talking about you – in a good way! – all year long.

Mega Volume + Bold Metallic Eye

Big hair + metallic eye by shereentravels featuring a mineral eye shadow

Mega volume is all over the red carpet right now and it's so versatile, too. Pompadours,  rock waves, bouffants and more are not just big on your head. Pair with a really bold metallic eye for an extreme and modern look.

Big Curls + Smoky Metallic Eye

curls + metallic smoky eye by shereentravels on Polyvore

Big or vintage curls aren't going anywhere soon and are a perfect addition to any holiday look. They're easy to achieve and flatter every face shape. Make the look more now – and volume-y – with a deep side part. Pair it with a new spin on an old favorite, the metallic smoky eye. All party dresses need a little bling. Skip the big sparkly jewelry and wear it on your lids. 

Fishtail Side Braid + Colored Eyeliner

fishtail braid + colored liner by shereentravels on Polyvore

Oh braids! We love you so much. You can wear a different one every day and never look the same. The fishtail is a great option for a formal and casual occasions. It looks so structured, yet so effortless. If you're wearing a dress that has a lot going on, then a simple style like this is perfect. Keep is simple with a natural face and then add the pow with colored eye liner on just the top or bottom lash line or both as you would with your normal black liner.

Straight Hair (Blow Out) + Ruby Red or Oxblood Lip

blow out + oxblood lip by shereentravels featuring long hair accessories

Sleek, straight locks a la blow-out style are always in style. This easy 'do deserves a bold focal point. We love a ruby red or oxblood lip, which is perfect for the holidays and calls attention to your gorgeous pout.

Faux Bob + Cat Eye

faux bob + cat eye by shereentravels featuring beauty products

The bob is one of the most transitional styles that you can have. If you aren't into chopping off your hair to obtain it, you can change it up with a faux bob. Long-locked celebrities are turning to the faux version on the bob, so they can have a variety of styles to choose from without constantly being the salon cutting or adding hair. This doesn't need much more to pull off, so pair it with a classic cat eye and minimal makeup to really let people see your natural beauty and focus on your amazing hair. We like this video that shows you how to get an easy cat eye using a spoon. Yup, a spoon! It's pretty foolproof, too.

What looks will you be wearing this holiday season? And which of the above 10 is/are your favorite?