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WBI LOVES WORLD CUP WONDERS: Hottest Hairstyles on the Most Amazing Athletes

July 13th, 2010 | Add a Comment

WORLD CLASS HAIR: EVERYONE [ALMOST] WAS A WINNER!  World Cup fans and viewers have seen much more than just great sportsmanship; we have seen hot men with great hair! Soccer has the reputation for the best looking men, and this year is no exception. Brazil, Spain, Portugal, USA, Australia…England. Check out these well-cut superstars and take the opportunity to motivate your playoff-couch potato to a barber between games. Who wouldn’t want to look like Kaka,  David Villa, Cristian Ronaldo, Benny Feilhaber, Harry Kewell… Bring your man in for a FREE WORLD CUP HAIRCUT! Mondays at the WBI Barber School, 10-2pm, and tell them you want a KAKA cut…or whoever you favored to win. WBI BARBER SCHOOL 8612 VAN NUYS BLVD, PANORAMA CITY 91402 818 894 9164 … Read entire article »

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ALL TIED UP ! SELENA GOMEZ, SUMMER BRAIDS AND CELEB STYLE

July 13th, 2010 | Add a Comment

BEACH PROOF HAIR: SUMMER TIPS FROM THE STARS WANT TO LOOK COOL AND CUTE WHEN IT HITS 90 IN THE SHADE? Take a tip from Selena, Jen, Jada and Minka! Braid it. A bit of mousse, twist the hair into shape, secure with a covered elastic or in the case of Jada’s crown, with hairpins, and go! You won’t be fanning, sweating or frizzing with these cool and casual styles!  … Read entire article »

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BRIGHT EYES MADE EASY

July 13th, 2010 | Add a Comment

 Summer in Cali has it’s strong points…if you like it hot, you’re in the right place. With heat comes pollution. It can also cause eyes to itch, and burn and that irritation can cause dark circles.  Ganier, the people who brought you the Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller a few years ago, is back again, this time with its new Skin Renew Anti-Dark-Circle Roller, which launches in July at a CVS or Rite Aid near you. The smooth silver roller-ball delivery system is identical but, this one camouflages dark under-eye circles with a mix of caffeine and lemon to smooth and brighten shadowed, and lightly tinted mineral pigments to hide circles.  At $12.99, it’s a perfect gift. … Read entire article »

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HIP HOP BARBERING THE HOTTEST HAIR CAREER IN YEARS

July 13th, 2010 | Add a Comment

  HIP HOP BARBERING: THE NEW “IN DEMAND” CAREER What used to be a ‘fall back’ career option for men and women with few options became the hot new choice for men and women with Hip Hop heads to carve, thanks to Residente, and Kanye West, two hip hop heads. Calle 13 idol, Rene Perez AKA ‘Residente’  is one of the poster men for the new look; a message is never missing in his madness. Come to WBI’s barber School, and bring your message, one of our master barbers in training will be happy to make you a living work of hip hop art.  Or better yet, enroll and learn how to make your own art. WBI THE BARBERHOOD 8612 VAN NUYS BLVD.Panorama City,  Cali, 91204 ,  818-894 8612 … Read entire article »

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GENTLEMEN'S GROOMING: GET IN THE CHAIR

July 13th, 2010 | Add a Comment

MEN’S GROOMING: GET IN THE CHAIR! Barbershops are back for men as salon style service and comfort comes to gentlemen. WBI likes the look of Baxter Finley Barber & Shop A little “Old School” a lot of class…remember what it was like to sit in a chair with a friendly barber who would listen to your thoughts? The good old days are back. The four seats are restored 100 year old Koken originals. Sit back and relax for a cut ($40), a shave ($40) or both ($75). 515 N La Cienega Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90048 310-657-4726 … Read entire article »

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WBI BARBERS 4 FATHERS DAY @ YMCA: CELEBRATING DADS AND SONS WITH FREE HAIRCUTS – WBI GIVES BACK

July 1st, 2010 | Add a Comment

13 OF WBI’S FINEST BARBERS SHINE ON DAD’S DAY AT WEST VALLEY YMCA When I called Senior Activities Director Kerry Antunes to connect WBI to the West Valley YMCA in Reseda for Father’s Day,  it was an immediate and sincere connection. Was the YMCA interested in doing a Father’s Day event with WBI? The answer was gratifying. “OH, MY GOD, Yes!” Kerry had been looking for something special and more personal to offer her member Dads and Sons. June 19th was the day, and barbers signed on for the day, donating their services for love of dads. Everybody loves the “Y” and this one has a great activities director. Kerry organized the ideal room, the workout cycles faced the floor to ceiling mirrors and the polished wood floor was absolutely perfect for barbers to … Read entire article »

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MALE BONDING OVER HAIRCUTS ON DAD’S DAY

June 21st, 2010 | Add a Comment

WBI’S West Valley YMCA Dad’s day event was It was also a definite ‘male bonding’  moment for fathers and sons. One lucky man, Jerry Ambriz,  brought his handsome twin sons, Jeff and Matt, aged 7.  The young boys were amazingly well behaved, reading the sports section of the LA Times and quietly patiently waiting.  When asked how they would describe their dad, they both said “He’s awesome.”     A dad can’t ask for more than that.. … Read entire article »

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FRESHMEN BARBERS : JUMP IN THE POOL AND LEARN HOW TO SWIM!

June 21st, 2010 | Add a Comment

Barbering can be a surprisingly emotional experience. One of the barbers’ former High School teachers,  came in for a cut with his son. The teacher recognized him and complimented his progress. “I’m proud of him, he’s doing so well.”   Actually, they all are. Barbers who donated their time and talent were from every level of learning, from Freshmen to Seniors. Head Instructor for the Barber School, Ms. Lana,  “wanted to give everyone a chance to learn.” … Read entire article »

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HANDLED WITH CARE: McQUEEN Kid’s Specialist

June 21st, 2010 | Add a Comment

HANDLED WITH CARE: McQUEEN Kid’s Specialist

McQueen: Kid’s Specialist Somehow, a lot of little kids ended up in Pizentess McQueen’s chair. It’s hard to believe, but McQueen, had only been cutting hair for a week. ‘I was scared,!” he confided, but no one would have guessed. Moms brought thier kids to him, and trusted him to not harm a hair on their heads. Maybe it was his own curly do, but kids trusted him…his peaceful energy calmed down the tykes and they got great cuts.     Welcome to the … Read entire article »

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Hello world!

June 21st, 2010 | 1 Comment

Welcome to WordPress.com. This is your first post. Edit or delete it and start blogging! … Read entire article »

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