So, you have a Pinterest Picture, right? Let’s make it a success.
Imagine the following conversation…
- Client: “So, I have a picture…..”
- Stylist Mind: Should I get my magic wand?
- Client: “Since I’ve been this dark-black for a while, I’d love to do this white-
platinum blonde and change it up a bit” - Stylist mind: Let me get my magic wand and a shot of tequila!
- Client: I have to be out of here in about 1 hour, so I hope it’ll be done by then!
- Stylist Mind: Magic Wand, shot of tequila and a time machine.
- Client: All I have on me today is $40, so just use the cheap stuff, ok?
- Stylist Mind: Magic wand, shot of tequila, time machine, and a wig for when she
is bald from “the cheap stuff.” - Client: Also, my ends have been breaking a lot lately, so don’t damage it. I really
want to keep the length. I haven’t cut it in 5 years and I’m not about to do it
now. - Stylist Mind: Magic wand, shot of tequila, time machine, wig, and a boot out the
door!
Believe it or not, I think all of our stylists have had a scenario like this at one time or another. You’ve brought in a Pinterest picture and don’t want to be a pest? Let me help guide you through this particular stylist vs. client dance!
First of all, 80 percent of hair color featured on Pinterest has most likely photoshopped, taken six or more hours to achieve, and would cost anywhere from $350-$500 in a salon setting!
Secondly, how many Pinterest haircuts do you see with super fine or virgin (not colored) hair? Not many! That cut looks so full and luscious because that model’s hair is a dream to work with. Oh! That formal style picture you pinned in the hopes of having it done on you for an upcoming wedding? It most likely has a hairpiece in it, lots of chemical texture, or more hair than you can ever imagine. Think Daenerys Stormborn-AKA Mother of Dragons on GOT! News flash: that’s a wig people!!!
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That formal style picture you pinned… It most likely has a hairpiece in it, lots of chemical texture, or more hair than you can ever imagine. Think Daenerys Stormborn-AKA Mother of Dragons on GOT! News flash: that’s a wig people!!!
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Things to remember when bringing a Pinterest picture:
Be realistic.
- Consider this picture solely as inspiration. Even better, show us 3 or 4 pictures. Remember, while it will never look exactly like any of them, it will have a similar feel or will head in that direction.
- Let your stylist guide you from there. If your stylist is a true professional, she will be able to let you know if this something your hair can achieve. She will also let you know how many appointments it will take to get you there, what at-home maintenance is required, and the in-salon maintenance requires for this look.
- Don’t expect your haircut to style itself. You may have a great haircut, but if you’re not willing to use the recommended professional products and the techniques your stylist showed you to achieve the finished look, don’t expect that awesome haircut to look Pinterest worthy.
When you are realistic, we encourage and love pictures!! You are our guest and we want to give you what you want and leave feeling amazing. Practicality and good communication from both ends is key.
This is how the conversation sounds when done right…
- Client: “So, I brought a picture…”
- Stylist Mind: She knows I don’t have magic wand right?
- Client: “I have a few, because I want to know your opinion on what my hair can
do!” - Stylist Mind: Phew! Okay- she is here for a professional stylist, not a vodoo
sorcerer, or crazy magic act. - Client: “This is my favorite, but I understand if it is something we have to work
toward over the next couple of appointments” - Stylist Mind: Thank goodness she respects my schedule and the integrity of her
hair. - Client: I don’t have anything extra in my budget today, so what can we do
today that will get me closer to this picture? - Stylist Mind: I think this client is a dream to work with! I’ve got to pull out all the
stops to make her happy!