Wink World: Real People Real Hair

WIN THIS! HELP RAISE AWARENESS FOR BREAST CANCER RESARCH. MAKE A POST AND TELL US WHY YOU LOVE WINK TO WIN!

2011-08-05T08:32:00.000-07:00

Wink is honored to support Sarah Quaintance Roe and the Blister Sisters on their yearly journey to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness.

TODAY: TELL US WHY YOU LOVE WINK AND ONE PERSON WILL WIN THIS AWESOME K-PAK RECONSTRX VAPOR IRON. THIS TOOL IS INCREDIBLE FOR SHINY HEALTHY HAIR.

It's part of the Beauty For Cancer line, comes with flat iron, vapor fuel, and a styling DVD .
This tool is proven to derease hair breakage by over 40%.
Reduce color loss due to daily shampooing and thermal styling by 33%
Minimize curl reversion, even after 12 hours in 90% humidity

Wink will randomly select a number for the win.

Thanks for playing.

We love you

Click this link to post for a chance to win: http://tinyurl.com/3fd7pk2

Amazing Before & After by Amy Grooms

2011-06-24T10:24:00.000-07:00

Love the new short 'do Miss Amy Grooms gave this lovely client. Complete transformation!

Fun Faux Hawk ......Hair by Jordan

2011-06-23T13:27:00.000-07:00

Jordan rocks out Asa's hair with a modern faux-hawk. Love it!
Watch out for more cool looks by Jordan next week.

Beautiful hair by Amanda

2011-06-22T10:33:00.000-07:00

Take a look at some of Amanda's most recent work......Katie Wilmore of *Thimblekiss Designs* models her new bob.....feathery soft layers and asymmetrical bangs give a whimsical and romantic look. And if your looking for gorgeous hair, look no further than her next client......long layers and golden highlights complete the look. Nice work Amanda!

Don't MISS this event!!

2011-06-21T14:40:00.000-07:00

Don't miss our fundraiser for LEAF's international program where WINK and Ship to Shore will be putting on an amazing fashion and hair art show!!

Tickets are still available! We have worked so hard on this amazing mash up of local talent and we can't wait to see it all come together!! Join us... June 25, 7-11 at Highland Brewing Company.

Before & After Keratin Keragreen Treatment by Gilda

2011-06-15T10:12:00.000-07:00

Hello smooth, silky hair!

Mel came in to try one of our newest organic treatments, the Keragreen Keratin Treatment. Not only is it ALL organic, but it is formaldehyde free...no harsh chemicals here! This treatment is great for softening hair, sealing in color and eliminating frizz. Mel your hair looks stunning!

HOT Hair by the Lovely Christine.

2011-06-08T11:55:00.000-07:00

Keep it classy with this sleek and polished haircut by Christine. Love it ♥

Pair with KMS Silk Sheen Shampoo & Conditioner to keep it extra soft and smooth.

Before & After by Amy G.!

2011-06-03T08:44:00.000-07:00

Meow! Amy gave this client a whole new look with this stunning cut...we are lovin' the short, sexy, layers and bangs....great look, as always! <3

Benefit of Culture Event! Check it out! A night of dance, hair-art, fashion, music and fun!

2011-05-31T10:58:00.000-07:00

Please come out and help support LEAF in Schools & Streets and LEAF International programs. WINK and Ship to Shore have teamed up to create an incredible fashion experience inspired by the countries hosting LEAF’s outreach efforts, from Africa to Central America to Asia. It will be a night of dance, hair-art, original handmade fashion and music. See you there!

Glass BLING rings on SALE!!

2011-05-26T10:58:00.000-07:00

These beauties are handmade from colored glass and are now 50% off! Various sizes and colors still available. See you @ Wink!

Hair by Amy G.

2011-05-26T10:55:00.000-07:00

Short & Sweet haircut by Amy Grooms. This is the perfect cut to create texture with. Try any products from KMS Texture line....dry wax, modling paste and clay creme are our picks!

What's the BEST hairdryer for thick hair?

2011-05-24T13:30:00.000-07:00

Trying to figure out what's the best hairdryer on the market? Follow the link below to help narrow your search!

tips on hairdryers...

How to Succeed?

2011-05-23T12:00:00.000-07:00

This Friday May 27, 2011 our fearless leader Christine DiBenedetto will be a guest speaker at Mountain Biz Works: Womens Conference. She will be lending years of knowledge to a group of cool, motivated women. Her session titled "Riding The Wave" will hit on the most important ways to deal with the ups and downs of running a small business. After the session you will have a firmer handle on how to make your business dreams a reality.

. http://www.mountainx.com/news/2011/051811da

Cute hair!! by Amy G.

2011-05-21T10:41:00.000-07:00

Our client Kristen Bush decided to grow out her usual bob, so Amy Grooms gave her this new layered look. LOVE! ♥

"This KMS inspired haircut is perfect for shoulder-length hair and very easy to maintain! I recommend using the KMS Flatout Anti-humidity seal to keep these locks frizz free," says Amy.

Ooooo-LA-La.....Gorgeous color by Miriam

2011-05-19T10:08:00.000-07:00

We are so jealous of Sierras hair! Kudos to Miriam on her fabulous color skills, we are seriously in LOVE with this shade of blonde.

Pretty in purple-up-do by Sarah N.

2011-05-14T10:15:00.000-07:00

Sarah gives this up-do a vibrant twist by weaving in purple feather pieces in with the bottom curls....beautiful up-do as always Sarah! <3

Goldwell products almost gone! Stock up..50% off

2011-05-14T08:43:00.000-07:00

Only a handful of Goldwell products left on sale. Magic Finish, Luxury Affair, Radiant Star and Lagoom Jam ALL 50% off original price. Steal of a deal!!

Look what WINK'S been doing this week....

2011-05-11T09:41:00.000-07:00

This week we have been creating BEAUTIFUL cuts, VIBRANT color and SOPHISTICATED style's. Take a peek above at our work. See you at Wink!

Curly hair tips from our Wink Curl-aborators

2011-05-07T07:52:00.000-07:00

1) 1. Find a great stylist who KNOWS and LOVES curly hair.

2) 2. Skip the daily shampoo but don’t forget the leave-in conditioner. Your locks will love you for it.

3) 3.Use product that is prescribed by your stylist. We promise this will help. You might have to use a bit more in the summertime because of humidity. This will help you from feeling disheveled and messy.

4) 4.NEVER use a brush your hair. Use your fingers for styling wet hair.

5) 5. Let nature take its course by air drying your hair as much as possible.

6) 6.Touching=Frizz fro out of control. Keep your hands off your beautiful curls.

8 7. Invest in a Satin pillowcase (it helps to help eliminate frizz!).

Make a statement!

2011-05-05T11:07:00.000-07:00

New at Wink, Local designer Katie Witherspoon, with her line Rusticwares. Katie creates beautiful one of a kind inspired vintage jewelry just like the gorgeous vintage button ring featured here. If your looking for simple, stylish and colorful rings, these are for you. Oh, and did we mention most of her rings are adjustable? Fabulous.
Hurry, their goin like hotcakes! See you at Wink!

Happy Mother's Day

2011-04-30T08:45:00.000-07:00

See full details here: Facebook: Mom Makeover Event

Take a peek at our Friday!

2011-04-29T13:52:00.000-07:00

It's a fabulous Friday at Wink! We are working hard and havin' fun while we do it! Hair spotlight: The lovely Lee Anne left with this beautiful new bob (front left) by Sarah Newman. Love! Untill next time everybody♥

Day in the life: Wink Salon

2011-04-27T13:07:00.000-07:00

Happy Wednesday everybody! Take a peek at what we have cookin' up over here at the salon!

Stock up on Style Boost!

2011-04-26T11:33:00.000-07:00

WINK styling product of the day: KMS Style Boost! This product is super duper cool because it works as a primer for the hair, boosting the performance of your styling products 3X longer! Added benefits: Style Boost offers 450 degree heat protection and also protects from UV rays.

We love Lemonswithapea!

2011-04-21T14:46:00.000-07:00

If you haven't stumbled across local designer Robin Plemmons of Lemonswithapea, you are in for a treat! She is the lovely designer of cute and funny sayings on cards, postcards and nifty wooden blocks like the one above reading "Be who you be." Come to Wink and buy one of each....or all of them (their that cute). See you @ Wink!!

Malibu Wellness at Wink!

2011-04-19T11:49:00.000-07:00

Does your hair lack shine? Is rough in texture, unmanageable, lifeless or dull? If you said yes to any or ALL of the above then a Malibu Treatment is for you. This service is phenomenal in that it restores shine, volume, manageability and health back to hair using nature's own Vitamin C and Vitamin E . Malibu's are 100% vegan, paraben and sulfate free.

Call today to make an appointment to have the best hair you can have. To read more about Malibu Wellness, products and how it works, visit their website:
Malibu Wellness

Dynamic Duo!

2011-04-16T10:35:00.001-07:00

Just in! Rusk CTC 7500 Dryers. These are advanced 2000 watt, professional dryers infused with titanium and ceramic for maximum heat transfer and powered with a high-performance Italian motor. They are amazing!

Also in are Rusk Professional CTC Str8 Irons. Infused with CTC technology, which produces even heat transfer from root to ends, these versatile tools straighten and smooth the hair and cuticle helping to preserve internal moisture and leave the hair in optimal condition. Reaches 450 degrees max.

Thank you Rusk!

Ooo-la-la....Before & After by Christine

2011-04-15T12:36:00.000-07:00

Christine works her magic on our lovely client Monica Curwen, who felt it was time to spice up her 'do. The results are beautiful. Christine has added an array of multi-dimensional highlights along with a sleek and sophisticated bob. Love it!

Select DEVACURL Products on Sale!

2011-04-13T09:21:00.000-07:00

Everyone loves a sale....especially when it's on our beloved Deva Products! Starting this week two of our faves, Mirror Curls and Set Up & Above will be 10% off.

Here's the skinny if you aren't familiar:

Mirror Curls is the first ever, silicone-free, water-soluble, botanically infused, 99% naturally derived shine serum that delivers moisture, maximum curl reflection and a shine so bright you can see your curls in it! Great for all hair types.

Set Up & Above provides maximum texture, separation and styling control for today's modern styles. A versatile, moisturizing styler for optimum hold, lift and shine without feeling stiff or sticky. Botanically infused with jojoba, olive oil and cupuacu seed oil.

Great day for a SALE!

2011-04-09T08:18:00.000-07:00

Don't forget we are bringing in NEW Goldwell products, so our current products are 20% off the regular price.(select products only while supplies last).

AND La Made Crinkle scarfs are now 50% off....see ya later Winter!
Come take advantage of these great savings....see you @ wink

Fun facts about DEVA

2011-04-07T12:28:00.000-07:00

We ♥ DEVA because it is a 100% sulfate free hair care system! Deva removed the harsh, dehydrating detergents that create lather " which is purely aesthetic and does not clean the hair " and infused a high concentration of cleansing and moisturizing botanicals that rejuvenate, restore, and respect your hair's natural order. Spectacular for you AND your hair.

Oh how we love earrings

2011-04-06T11:26:00.000-07:00

Spring is here!! And we can't think of any better way to celebrate than with new fun earrings and accessories! Here we have lightweight, wood earrings by Foxie Moxie Jewels. The flower design is fab and they come in a handfull of colors & shapes like magenta, yellow, green, black and chestnut. Head over to see the whole bunch and the rest of our lovely local designers ♥

DevaCurl to the rescue.....@ Wink!

2011-04-02T09:50:00.000-07:00

Our stylists at Wink are the EXPERTS at everything to do with curly hair. Check out our new DecaCurl Facebook album thats all about our curly haired clients and see for yourself what all the fuss is about :)

DevaCurl Haircuts & Styles @ Wink!

The Curly Girl Handbook is here!

2011-04-01T10:00:00.000-07:00

Created by Lorraine Massey the go-to curl expert featured in Allure, InStyle, Lucky, Seventeen, and The New York Times; owner of the Devachan salons in New York; and creator of the all-natural Devachan products. Curly Girl is packed with unique hair-care methods, inspiration, and an empowering pro-curl attitude. It's all here: the care, the styling, the cuts, the dos, the tips, the products, the remedies, and curly girl confessions. Plus, she has also includeed a special DVD with tutorials on caring for four different types of curls. From now on, there is no such thing as a bad hair day. Hooray!

Come shop @ Wink and get them before their gone!

THANK YOU From Wink

2011-03-31T11:39:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to Us! Thank you for all you do!

There aren't enough words to tell you how much we appreciate and love you for your loyal business throughout the years. This year Wink turns 6 and we start out 2011 with fresh changes: a green certification, a remodeling project, a new logo, new hires, and a deepened commitment to our education program.

These are exciting times to be in our hairdressing industry. The technology for hair color and hair care has amazed us. Salons have become very viable and important businesses in their community and the general public has grown to further appreciate

the art, talent and vigor it takes to be a successful stylist and salon. Whatever the "new black" is, we know that it's about customer service and we plan to continue to serve you - the coolest clients ever!

Green Certified

Wink is now Platinum certified by the Green Business League of America! Our salon is the first green certified salon in Asheville. We will join a growing number of salons in the US that have changed the way they are doing business. It takes a village, y'all!

Here are some of the things that we did:

•Changed from electric to tankless gas water heaters •The use of energy efficient light bulbs

•Low or no VOC paints and floor stain •Changed the tanks on the toilet to low flow

•Offer chemical free hair products •Offer Organic Color Systems Hair Color

•Offer Keragreen Hair System and Malibu Treatments •Recycle everything, including hair

Remodel

It was time to make some changes and give this place a little love, so remodeling has begun. We've added a shampoo bowl, rearranged stations, made new stations and we still have lots more to do. We've decided to keep our accessories and 30 local artists and say a tearful goodbye to clothes as we begin to expand the salon into the former "boutique,” that we started six years ago this month.

A HUGE hug to our outstanding crew who we highly recommend for any projects you might have:

Doug Ferguson with Design Logic helped with our blue prints and coordination of our projects. We love him. Plumb Smart Technologies- Certified Green Plumbers, excellent customer service. Eric Schenimann with All Phase Electric is incredible to work with and is a great electrician. Jason Carliss,an amazing carpenter, and finally Lazaro Reyes- a master of all trades. He and his licensed crew can do just about anything and are completely dedicated to customer service. They seriously went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of.

Education

We know hairdressers are destined to get better over time but you've got to put in the work. We've launched Wink University and have two classes per month using our talented staff as well as incredible stylists from our color and product companies.

We will need models, so please ask your stylist if there is something you would be a good fit for.

Community

Get ready for a big event that we will be producing with LEAF/LEAF OUTREACH. The Rock and Roots Ball II- The Benefit of Culture. It will be a huge party with a conceptual art show designed by Wink and R. Brooke Priddy of Ship to Shore. This event will be held at The Highland Brewing Company Tasting Room June 25th and it's sure to be a great summer party for one of the most amazing programs in the city. There are so many other things to tell you about so keep your eyes out! We will keep filling you in on our on-goings, so until then follow us on Facebook, Twitter and our blog to stay up to date. And please, tell us how we can make your experience better. We want to hear from you.

Please welcome our newest stylists Amanda Willard and Thea Fidler to Wink!

As always for updates and information please check out our website ilovewink.com and to find out about our new hires.

With our heartfelt Thanks!

Christine, Gilda, Sarah, Ann, Reed, Amy, Miriam, Sarah, Theresa, Nicole, Amanda and Thea

2011-03-31T09:22:00.000-07:00

SALE SALE SALE!

Right now @ Wink select Goldwell Hair Products are 20% OFF! Goldwell is currently re-vamping their product line for spring, so don't miss this wonderful sale on the classics, like Big Finish (shown below).

*while supplies last*

Get Inspired for Spring!

2011-03-25T10:12:00.000-07:00

These vibrant flower headbands and clips by local designer Thimblekiss will get you in the spring spirit. We have many of these colorful gems to choose from......felted hand-bands, over-sized flower clips and just in are miniature flower clips. You can't go wrong with one of these baby's! To see the whole collection stop by Wink today.

Need a fresh look for your blonde? Try NEW BLONDE @ Wink

2011-03-24T11:48:00.000-07:00

Wink now offeres New Blonde services! New Blonde is amazing because it is an instant facelift for the hair. It makes highlight re-growth visibly softer and more natural. No red, no gold, no brass. Just Brilliance.

Sexy Curl Alert!

2011-03-23T10:29:00.000-07:00

Marilyn enhanced her naturally beautiful curls by getting a Deva cut......a special hair cutting technique created by Lorraine Massey, the author of "Curly Girl" and co-owner of Devachan Salon, in New York City. It enhances the curls and brings them to LIFE!! For more info on getting a Deva cut or style please visit our website: www.ilovewink.com

captivating curls is just what the doctor ordered...hair by Sarah N.

Yummie Tummie Tanks 50% Off

2011-03-21T12:01:00.000-07:00

Yummie Tummie is a modern body contouring shaper. These tanks are meant to be seen while secretly slimming your mid-section and camouflaging visible lumps and bumps! Smooth it all out in a Yummie Tummie Tank...

available in white, black, brown and cream.

Shop LOCAL.....@ Wink!

2011-03-19T12:16:00.000-07:00

We can't stress how important it is to buy LOCAL! Please help support our independent artists by shopping local as often as possible. At Wink we currently house over 30 amazing local artists that handcraft everything from ceramics to necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more. We love them and we hope you will too....see you at Wink!

For a pretty preview of some of our fave locals, visit our facebook link : http://tinyurl.com/47l9uqb

Customer Appreciation

2011-03-18T13:31:00.000-07:00

Don't forget WINK is always on the look out for hair models! We are always learning the most up-to-date techniques and styles, so having models of all hair types and colors is very beneficial. Let your stylist know and we will put you on our list!

KMS Makeover Spray, the ULTIMATE shampoo quickie

2011-03-16T13:36:00.000-07:00

If your busy day leaves you with no time to shampoo in the morning, this product is for you.
It works by absorbing excess oil, increasing hair volume at the roots, enhancing overall texture and bulk, leaving hair refreshed and clean. A mini perk? It smells AMAZING so you'll even smell like you showered!

We thought you might want to see it in action, so follow the link to the KMS website where you can watch the how-to video:
http://kmscalifornia.com/#/en/videos/2010-hairplay-makeover-spray-model-self-application

MEOW! Hair by Gilda

2011-03-16T09:40:00.000-07:00

This haircut by owner Gilda is so scrumptious and sexy! Our very own wink stylist, Sarah Newman needed some extra oomph and she got it! Great job Gilda and Sarah you look FAB :)

Straight hair in a snap with KMS Flatout products

2011-03-11T10:17:00.000-08:00

Getting that straight, sleek style doesn't have to be a challenge. Use this simple step by step guide, along with the KMS Flatout products, to achieve your look.

1. Prepare hair with Flatout Shampoo and Conditioner.

2. Apply Flatout Straightening Creme to towel-dried hair and comb through for even distribution.

3. Blow dry hair straight using a paddle brush.

4. Finish with flatout Anti-Humidity Seal to maintain straightened style, add shine and eliminate frizz all day!

Va Va Voom!

2011-03-10T11:34:00.000-08:00

Want thick, full, luscious hair? Let these celeb 'dos inspire you to tackle volume at home with the KMS Volume line of products. Come find your favorite today, we carry the whole line plus more.

Check out the whole post here: http://tinyurl.com/46pwy9v

Thumbs up!

These products will defintely give you the boost you need

Buy one get one FREE!

2011-03-10T10:02:00.000-08:00

Don't miss out on this steal of deal on our gold vintage necklaces....Buy one, get one FREE! $46 for two.
We have all letters in stock, so come find yours today. See you at wink!

Did you know we are now a GREEN salon!?

2011-03-05T11:59:00.000-08:00

WINK is proud to announce that we are officially a Green Certified Business! We are 1 of 7 green salons in the US and the first green salon in Asheville to be certified by the Green Business League. Wow.

We are have been working hard to make serious sustainable changes....we changed from electric to tankless gas hotwater heaters, replaced our regular light bulbs with energy efficient ones, replaced the tanks on our toilets for low flow flushing, made water conservation methods on our shampoo bowls. Plus, we now offer organic, vegan and chemical free products/services. AND...as always we recycle EVERYTHING, even hair.

We are so excited for this change and to share it with all of you. Thank YOU!!!

For a complete inquiry of what we do please ask any of our stylists or managers.

Check out the link below to view their website and what it's all about:

http://www.greenbusinessleague.com/

From Wink with love...

2011-03-05T10:39:00.000-08:00

Gilda Santiago, Co-owner of Wink gives us some insight into her own inspirations as a hairstylist and just how rewarding and positive it is to be part of a small business like Wink where cutting hair and spending time with clients is her passion.

Wink is now carrying Rusk Shining!

2011-03-04T11:15:00.000-08:00

Rusk Shining Sheen and Movement Myst infuses smooth body sheen. It works by providing natural-looking luster to hair, while also increasing movement and softness.

Directions: After shampooing towel dry and spray on a small amount. Blow dry to infuse smooth body and sheen. After drying, lightly mist for optical shine.

2011-03-04T08:51:00.000-08:00

Want to see the before to this super edgy pixie cut by our Artistic Director Amy Grooms??.......view our FB album.....http://tinyurl.com/4d3pv8w

see you at wink!

Sweet Sweet Springtime and CLOTHING SALE!

2011-03-03T13:58:00.000-08:00

Out with the old in and with the new they say...we are officially saying goodbye to all of our clothing at Wink and focusing on bigger and brighter things while we continue to redesign our space. If you haven't stopped in recently we STILL have a rack of beautiful dresses and shirts that are 50% off!

Great savings off of designers like Weston Wear, LA Made and more, so get them before they are gone!
See everybody at wink.

This sweet lil number is the last one of it's kind, come scoop it up!

Fashionably beautiful HAIR from Goldwell

2011-03-03T10:46:00.000-08:00

We love this creative twist on an up-do, tastefully done by no other than Goldwell...to view the rest of the fashion and hair from this event click here to go directly to our facebook album: http://tinyurl.com/6x7ag2b

See you at Wink!

Need some hair inspiration? Here ya go!

Get carried away!

2011-03-02T12:48:00.000-08:00

Need a new handbag, clutch or tote? We have a variety of looks that will fit your budget, all between 25-50% off. That's hot! See our Facebook album below:

http://tinyurl.com/6xb2u3x

Curls Night Out at WINK!!

2011-03-02T12:34:00.000-08:00

This past week we hosted our annual Curls Night Out event, a celebration for all our curly girled clients! We had special guest Artist Cal Ellis here all the way from New York to talk to our clients, demonstrate hair cuts and have fun! It was a great success thanks to Cal and all of lovely staff and stylists, we can't wait till next year :) Here are a few moments from the night...to view the rest of the curl party and the rest of our before & afters go to our Facebook album here : http://tinyurl.com/4udl2ew

Winkers at Curls Night Out!

Our DEVA specialists who we couldn't have done without, Cal Ellis and George Sandbrook

The BEST hair products ever, the DevaCurl line

Curly girl mingle, the beginning of a great night :)

George explains product usage as our stylists shampoo 3 lucky ladies

Cal demonstrates a Deva "cut"

What a great turn out!

One of our youngest Deva before and afters

Look at the difference it made!

Before her dunk...

and after! Beautiful, hydrated, frizz-free curls

before her Deva "cut"

and after!

Happy Holidays

2010-11-27T10:00:00.000-08:00

Christmas time is almost here everybody! Stock up on great stocking stuffers and other local gifts at WINK today.

BLACK FRIDAY TIME!

2010-11-26T08:20:00.000-08:00

How to UPDO @ WINK

2010-11-20T11:17:00.000-08:00

This week Amy Grooms, our Artistic Director and KMS Educator led a very inspiring and informative Updo class for our WINK stylists. She touched on different techniques and styles of Updo's ranging from classic to funky. Check out a few of the finished looks below and go to our Facebook page to see ALL of the Updo creations in action!

A few of our FAVORITE things

2010-11-12T14:26:00.000-08:00

Need to spice up your holiday wardrobe? These stylish pieces are a must for any gal this winter, so stock up!

Holiday dresses by Weston Wear and LA Made, $83 and up
Leather gloves in light brown, dark brown, red and black. Styles vary, $47.

Holiday Looks

2010-11-03T11:35:00.000-07:00

A HOT new look from LA Made...$92.00 The holidays are right around the corner. Come on in and let us dress you up!

Wrap UP this Winter ♥

2010-10-29T10:27:00.000-07:00

Stay stylish AND warm this winter with this fabulous wrap, $48. The perfect complement to any look! Available with or without fringe detailing, camel/black/red/gray.

Colors of the Rainbow

2010-10-27T13:17:00.000-07:00

Come try on a pair of our NEW locally made Tagua Nut earrings! They come in an array of poppin' colors and you can pick from silver or gold detailing, $32-$36

BRAND NEW at Wink♥

2010-10-16T09:05:00.000-07:00

Cozy & comfy tees, sweaters, leggings, scarves and knit dresses are just a few new editions to our fall collection. Ooooo la-la, come check them out for yourselves before their all gone!

WE ♥ ENVIROSAX

2010-09-30T11:34:00.000-07:00

Load up on Envirosax shopping bags this week at Wink! These cuties are environmentally friendly, lightweight and come in a variety of bright colors.
This weeks special:

1 for $9.00/originally $11.00

2 for $19.00
3 for $29.00

Happy shopping!

Summer Goodies.....for FALL:)

2010-08-31T12:17:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to load up on these beautiful, hand dyed scarves! Perfect accessory for those cool fall days. Each scarf is one of a kind and come in an array of colors and patterns. $24 each.

Fabulous DEVAcurl Before & After's

2010-08-28T11:52:00.000-07:00

Check out one of our most recent DEVAcurl transformations on the lovely Beth Carter. Lookin' good!

Before.....help!

After......smooth, luxurious curls.

Facebook Ambush Makeover #1

2010-08-05T12:03:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Susan Stradley, the first winner of our monthly Facebook Ambush Makeover contest! The fabulous Gilda worked her magic on Susan with a haircut plus highlights. The result? Check out the photos below...

BEFORE

AFTER

Thanks to all those who entered and voted for this contest. We will start accepting entries for our next Facebook Ambush Makeover on Tuesday, August 10th- So get ready! More details can be found at this link... http://tinyurl.com/286a5vc

Thanks for reading... see you at Wink!

Red, White, & Beautiful

2010-07-03T10:48:00.000-07:00

Happy 4th of July weekend from Wink!

Pictured from left: felted flower headband, locally made $28; blue & white print bangle, $22; loose leaf "dream" tea, Tay Teas $26; red peacock wallet, $32; red acrylic flower earrings, Lauren Kari $28; white wood carving earrings, Katlin Pickering $26; colorglow deep reflects color shampoo, Goldwell $20; hand painted magnets, locally made $4 each; force vector anti-breakage conditioner, Loreal Serie Expert $22; kimono flower clip, $22; blessed bracelet, handmade in india, $10.

Cheers to Wink: Heads & Threads! ♥

2010-06-23T09:31:00.000-07:00

Check us out in the Citizen Times small business profile! Christine and Gilda continue to do what they do best, what fantastic ladies!
Read the full article: http://www.citizen-times.com/article/20100530/NEWS/305300032/Hairstylists-at-Wink-help-build-a-loyal-clientele

This Time, Baby, I'll Be... Bulletproof

2010-06-17T09:34:00.000-07:00

Clockwise from top left: vegan studded bag, Big Buddha $68; fabric & pearl necklace, $28; gold bangles, Diana Warner $65 each; feather hair pin, $25; painted purse mirror, $7.50; kerasilk anti-frizz serum; Goldwell $20.

Tribute to a Woman of Influence

2010-06-16T10:55:00.000-07:00

This year Wink was honored and extremely excited to have one of our very own chosen for a prestigious award.

Gilda Santiago- YMCA TWIN
Tribute to Women in Industry, 2010 Honoree

Congratulations to Gilda- a woman that has made a tremendous impact within the hairdressing community in Asheville. Gilda has been a torchbearer and an inspiration to many of the successful hair stylists in Asheville. She is a teacher, a leader, and one incredible woman. We are so proud to be able to work with someone of such integrity. She is kind, gracious, and incredibly talented. You deserve this so much, Gilda!!! We love you

TWIN honors the professional achievements of women in our community.

Wink goes to Baltimore!

2010-06-12T08:09:00.000-07:00

Good afternoon everyone! This week WINK participated in an extreme color boot camp class at the Goldwell Academy in Baltimore, MD. This two day color class not only increased product/color knowledge for the salon, but it reconfirmed that Goldwell is the worlds BEST hair color. Today our stylists are officially back in action and ready to put their new found Goldwell techniques to use. Take a peek at our pics!

Curls Night Out

2010-06-03T14:01:00.000-07:00

Twice a year, the lovely stylists of Wink host an event specifically designed for our curl savvy clients and their curl friends! During a Curls Night Out event, the salon bustles with live demos of the Deva hair care process (a botanically drenched, 100% sulfate free cleansing, styling, and hydrating system) as well as loads of freebies like wine/snacks, prize drawings, and gift bags! This is a can't-miss night for our curly friends who would like to learn more about caring for their unique and gorgeous hairstyle.

Wink's next Curls Night Out event is scheduled for Fall 2010. More details will be released closer to the season, but until then you can check out photos from our last event below:

This video explains more about the DevaCurl process:

Thanks for reading... see you at Wink!

Birthday + Your Hair Helps The Environment!

2010-05-19T10:45:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone, we hope you're having a wonderful day. Today is a very special one for us... it's Ann's birthday! In case you didn't know, Ann is our very own "hair traffic controller" a.k.a. salon manager and we love her very much! Thanks for all that you do.

In other news, Wink has teamed up with the non-profit organization, Matter of Trust, to help the areas affected by the recent oil spill along the Gulf Coast. When you get your hair cut at Wink we will be sending the clippings to MOT, and the hair is then recycled into mats that naturally soak up oil. We are so happy to be a part of this helpful and sustainable program. To learn more about Matter of Trust, please visit their website, or our Facebook page. This video explains more about the process...

Thanks for reading... see you at Wink!

Forward to the Future!

2010-05-06T14:19:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! This morning at Wink we had an inspired staff meeting that made us really pumped for the coming months. We have a lot of new events and ideas that will be going into effect soon so be sure to keep up with us online (here, our website, Facebook, and Twitter) for all the latest details! Hope you're having a good day as well. Peace out!

Our Mom of the Day for Thursday May 6th is Tracey Monday. She's a mom to Taylor (a beautiful 6 yr old), a runner, and an active volunteer at Hominy Valley Primary School. During the day you can find her keeping Silverline Plastics Running smooth. Tracey, you're awesome!

Thanks for reading... see you at Wink!

Te Quiero, Mama!

2010-05-05T12:53:00.000-07:00

Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone! We hope you're having a chill day spent relaxing... or perhaps just evening plans with a margarita or two. All the lovely ladies of Wink have been powering through this day (Wednesdays are usually our busiest!) with our usual amount of sassiness and poise. Buenas noches to you and yours- hopefully we'll be seeing you soon.

Also, our Mom of the Day for Cinco de Mayo is curly girl Cathy Burton. She is a very busy mother of two, a registered nurse, and an extreme sports fanatic. Adventure racing is her fave. You Go Cathy!

Thanks for reading... see you at Wink!

May is for Moms

2010-05-01T14:32:00.000-07:00

Happy May Day! Today at Wink we officially kicked off our 3 big promotions for this month:

1) Hey hot mamas! We see how hard you work and we've decided to reward one of you lucky gals in a really big way. To find out how you or your favorite mom can enter to win a $250 Wink Makeover, please click here or the poster image below.

2) All Peace Love Mom tees will be 10% off until Mother's Day. Check out our wonderful stylist/mom Dana modeling the chocolate brown tee! There are 4 styles available- get them while supplies last!

3) Finally, today we began our Mom-A-Day in the month of May promotion with the lovely Heidi Bell. Heidi is a longstanding, loyal client and friend who is a mother of three. She is a sweet, caring person with a heart of gold. We appreciate you, Heidi. Thank you for your constant support.

Thanks for checking us out... see you at Wink!

Hello Hello!

2010-04-29T13:45:00.001-07:00

Welcome to the Wink Blog! We're so excited to get going on this project so we can let all you lovely people know the inside scoop on what's happening at Wink. We'll be posting regularly on everything that goes down- from new boutique items to personal staff picks, as well as the most awesome hairstyles you've ever seen... and BEYOND!

Get ready to find out what Wink is truly about.

And as always, thank you for supporting us. We love you!