SOMA Magazine December 2011 : Page 19
Blow, New York By referral-only, Webb’s at-home blow outs were so popular she had no choice but to give in to demand. Thus the Drybar was created, with an ideal in place: “No cuts. No color. Just blow outs for $35.” The Pacific Heights location is nestled along Fillmore Street among designer boutiques and delicious eateries. The blow out bar features a modern atmosphere that beckons first-timers with a bit of pampering. Prompted with a menu, as well as a cookie and a cup of coffee (or drink depending on the time of day), clients choose from a variety of styles ranging from a tousled, beachy Mai Tai to a sleek, stick-straight Manhattan. A great activity to precede an evening event or a birthday party for the younger mindset, the Drybar offers private parties for groups. A favorite practice among clients: brunch blow outs that find groups either “recuperating from a big night or just wanting to start the day off looking great.” The Dry Bar, thedrybar. com. 1908 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA 94115. BloW, New York City located in New York City’s Meatpacking District, Blow has developed a cult following within city limits since opening back in 2005. Quickly following suit, Blow Dry Bar was reincarnated into Blow, a fully-functioning hair salon offering cut, color, and even a beauty academy to train stylists in the art the blow out. The brainchild of three industry experts, Stuart Sklar, Jennifer Denton, and Julie Flakstad, Blow is poised to give cli-ents the ultimate beauty make over. Blow outs range from $40 to $60, depending on hair length. Clients can also add any other treatments on the separate menus: waxing, make-up, manicures, deep conditioning treatments, and even throw in cut or color. Blow now has its own range of products that clients can walk away with to try and achieve the same effect at home. The success of Blow evolved into a full treatment to prepare bridal parties, party girls, and other groups who want to enjoy a bit of indulgence. So book an appointment next time you’re in the NY area. Blow, blowny.com. 342 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10014 19
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