Wedding Wednesday....Versatile Clip-in extensions

Yesterday I had a trial appointment with a bride and I custom-made her clip-in extensions. I must admit that I was a little surprised at how versatile the clips were. I was able to pull them in a ponytail, a bun, and a side-swept style. I usually recommend brides get sew-in extensions because of the longevity and versatility of them. I always think about how long the wedding day is and the fact that the bride will be dancing and in turn sweating, so I always think it's best to go with extensions that will keep the style the longest.

However clip-in extensions are a great way to go if you don't want braids and you want something thats temporary. I also like micro-bead extensions as an option. http://hairbyserena.blogspot.com/2012/09/micro-bead-extensions-part-2.html

Below are the before and after looks. We did 2 different side swept looks. One has more volume at the top than the other. 

Natural hair after the shampoo and condition

Natural hair pressed 

Clip-in extensions added

Clip-ins are seamless

I wand and ceramic curled, then pinned it to the side

I readjusted the the style and added more volume to the top

Wedding Wednesday.... Versatility

Who doesn't like versatility when it comes to hair?
I know I want to be able to do as much with my hair as possible. Especially when I'm wearing extensions, I want to wear it up, down, to the side, etc. I want as many options as possible. I don't want to put excess amounts of heat on my hair so versatile extensions help give you different ways that you can wear your hair so that you don't damage your natural hair. There are a few options that I recommend. You can either choose, versatile sew-in extensions or micro bead extensions. Both are a healthy ways of achieving the perfect look. Micro bead extensions are more maintenance than sew-in extensions, so it just depends on what is best for you.
I usually recommend micro bead extensions for my brides because you will have more options for the wedding day and then it works out well for the honeymoon as well.

Sew-in versatile extensions-

Before Extensions

After extensions (Indique hair used) -Ponytail 

After-Bun

Wear it to the side 

After-With ceramic curls

Micro-bead Extensions-

First look

Client is natural. Hair is pressed, precision layered cut, and ceramic curled. Extensions are from Indique hair. 

Before 

After extensions are applied, hair can be worn up or down

Beads are barely noticeable

After

Hair is flawless

Second look

Client is relaxed. Hair was relaxed a week prior to micro bead application. Extensions are from Wagmans.

Hair is ceramic straightened, precision layered cut, and ceramic curled

Before

Micro Bead Extensions (Part 2)

I've noticed that many people all over the world are intrigued by the micro-bead technique. Since I started my blog this particular subject has always received the most views. Since you all want to know more, I'm going to give you more.
Micro Bead extensions have been around for a few years now, however only select stylist provide the service. I enjoy doing this technique on clients who want versatility in styling, but also want to add length and fullness. MicroBeads are hard to detect and blend well if proper extension texture is used.
I recommend a couple of extension companies. They are reliable and quality hair is always produced. Buying extensions can be quite an investment but it's worth it to buy quality hair because it can be reused if you maintain the hair properly. I use a few sites, but my 2 favorites are www.wagmanshair.com and www.indiquehair.com. I can always count on them to deliver excellent customer service and quality hair extensions.
MicroBead extensions are a nice alternative to many other weaving techniques, in that you can maintain the care of your natural hair while they are installed. Haircare is my main priority so I like to provide services that protect a persons natural hair.
 If this is a service that you may be interested in make sure you take into account that this is a high maintenance hairstyle. You can't apply the same force that you would say if you had sew-in extensions. The beads are small and will loosen up if too much force is applied. The beads should be tightened once a month. With proper care this technique can last up to 3 months and sometimes even 4.



First look

Client is natural. Hair is pressed, precision layered cut, and ceramic curled. Extensions are from Indique.

Before 

After extensions are applied, hair can be worn up or down

Beads are barely noticeable

After
Hair is flawless

Second look

Client is relaxed. Hair was relaxed a week prior to micro bead application. Extensions are from Wagmans.
Hair is ceramic straightened, precision layered cut, and ceramic curled

Before