Melissa and Eugene

September 01, 2017 by Caralee Pridemore in On Site Hair and Makeup

A special note from our Lead Hairstylist Elya for Melissa's wedding.

Melissa's wedding was my first solo wedding since joining the SPHMUA team. I couldn't have asked for a better more laid back bride!

On my way to the venue it starting to downpour. Once arrived I was in awe. The Pinecoft Mansion is like something from a fairy tale. The detail in every room is so breathtaking. It was definitely very fitting for Melissa.

Melissa's Style:
Melissa had very long hair. She wanted a braid with a very full low bun. To achieve a full bun we added some clip in extensions and using my texture iron to really pump up the volume.

Getting to know the bride:

Melissa is originally from Australia and first came to the US in exchange program. Melissa and her bridal party was so much fun to work with. One of my favorite parts about weddings is getting to hear where they all met the bride. She had two friends from Australia and two from here. It was so interesting to hear about the different cultures we have. Her flowers girls were cousins from Australia and they couldn't have been any cuter.

Check out some of Melissa and Eugene's special moments and how all of the little details came together.

Photographer: Amanda Donohoe Cincinnati Photography

Hair: Sweetly Pinned Hair and Makeup - Elya

Makeup: Kelly Neaves

Location: Pinecroft at Crosley Estates

Paige + Dakota 4.16.17

Sweetly Pinned Hair and Makeup

June 01, 2017 by Caralee Pridemore in Wedding Hair, On Site Hair and Makeup

I have been waiting anxiously to share Paige and Dakotas wedding pictures! They have such a unique and beautiful style.

While doing Paige's trial run we realized we went to CTC together at the same time, but her Junior year and my Senior year! I knew we'd be a great fit for each other, and after she explained her bohemian style for her outdoor wedding, I could not wait!

Every. single. detail. WAS PERFECT!

Oh, my gosh take a look at the guys suites! Seriously perfect, great job Dakota! Ha!

I received the pictures today and have to blog about it, obviously, every picture is magazine worthy. Check out all of the gorgeousness below.

Thank you Paige, for having Sweetly Pinned Hair and Makeup be apart of your special day. Wishing you both all of the best!

Venue: Cedar Springs Pavilion

Photographer: Zac Fisher Photo

Hair Only - Sweetly Pinned HMUA

Makeup - Holly Sucher

Florist: Sherwood Florist

Favorite Styling Products

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February 19, 2017 by Caralee Pridemore in Beauty Products

I get asked frequently about what I products I love, what products smell great, and are they worth the money. Because, lets be real, beauty products are EXPENSIVE. I want to help guide you, with some of the best products and give you tips and tricks for using them.

Left to Right

1. K enra 25 Finishing Spray

Super Strong Volume Spray Hairspray - This is my go-to for on-location or daily styling. I LOVE the smell, its a super strong hold, leaving the style intact all day long. Every bridesmaid/bride always says "Wow, that smells so good". (Tips and Tricks) after achieving the desired hairstyle, use Kenra 25 Finishing Spray all over it about 6-8" away from the hair.

2. AG Hair Care

OMG(OSH) I have recently discovered this amazing keratin filled serum and its the best thing since sliced bread. I am seriously in love. not only does it make my hair feel amazing and soft. Its repairing my hair and reduces breakage! PRAISE THE LORD! If you are struggling with breakage or damaged hair, try this serum, its definitely a game changer. (Use on clean damp hair, spread on the ends or where any damage is occurring, then proceed to style)

3. Kenra Oil Absorbing Dry Shampoo

Okay you guys...... Know how some dry shampoos build up on your hair and some leave it feeling gross/filled with powder or perhaps more greasy? I have tried what feels like a hundred dry shampoos and I want something that leaves my hair feeling oil free and smells great. Drum roll please. THIS IS IT! I Love this dry shampoo and it removes all of the oil! WOO HOO! No more washing my hair everyday. (My hair gets super oily) so this is a must have if you have similar issues. (Use on dirty hair preferably once or twice a day and continue for however long you want). I can go up to 3 days without washing my hair.

Anyway, let me know if this information was useful, I love helping people out. There is so many products out there, and no one has time for testing all of them. I find the best and most talked about products and try them, so you don't have to.

Also FYI, I was not given nor paid for to use these products. I bought them with my hard earned, independent, bo$$ babe, monies. ;)

Abigail + Danny

Sweetly Pinned Hair

February 16, 2017 by Caralee Pridemore in Dayton OH

Abigail and I met a few years ago through a mutual friend. So obviously I was super excited when she asked me to do her wedding hair. She is kind and SO Beautiful. I was so excited when I received her images. We did two looks for her wedding hair, as Ohio weather can be some-what unpredictable (giggle) because you never know if its going to be snowing or a warm spring day. Even in the middle of February (ha) So it did end up being quit warm for her wedding with a slight chance of rain.

With all of that in consideration we did her first style down with voluminous curls and the second style up, so she could shake her little tail feather all night long. (Because isn't that what the reception is about, after all)? Her bridesmaids were cheering her on all day long, and SO sweet! Abigail's dress was a show stopper for sure. I was drooling over it, one of my faves to date. The details were phenomenal and their robes were adorable. Basically I loved everything about this wedding and I am just now getting around to blogging it. Take a look for yourselves, you won't be sorry.

Congratulations again Abigail and Danny - Thank you for having Sweetly Pinned Hair be apart of your special day. XOXO