The Beehive Hair Lounge

We're Throwing a Party!

2012-01-25T08:48:00.000-08:00

We're excited to change-up the art work in the Beehive once again, this time welcoming Neil Dyck!
His new show 'Not Too Pretty Good' opens at the Beehive on Sunday, February 12th @8pm.
Please come by and have a drink with us!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the Beehivers!

2011-12-23T10:49:00.000-08:00

photo by Ryan Walter Wagner.

Beehive hosts Craftacular 6!

2011-11-15T09:58:00.001-08:00

Craftacular is an inclusive craft show that hosts all kinds of local talent, giving Vancouver the opportunity to enjoy some beautiful, often unusual creations. Come by the Beehive December 11th and peruse the handmade wares.... Also, there will be a cash bar. Crafts and booze! Together at last.

Art opening at the Beehive! Monday, November 14th, 8pm

2011-11-12T00:34:00.000-08:00

We are so excited to be featuring the art of Katherine Coe!
Please join us at the opening of the show this Monday night at 8pm.
We will have the usual accouterments.

Love, Beehive

Warm Clothes, Blankets and Boot Drive at the Beehive

2011-11-10T09:45:00.000-08:00

It is supposed to be a very cold winter here in Vancouver.
So, the Beehive is hosting a drive to collect any warm clothes, hats, scarves, coats, blankets and boots to give to those who would otherwise go without.

The BOOTS will be donated to an organization called 'Homeless Shoes', fixed-up and given to one of many giving societys in town.

The WARM COATS, BLANKETS and other bits and pieces will be taken weekly down to the good people at the Kettle Friendship Society who'll see to it that they go to folks who need to keep warm this winter.

So bring your donations by the Beehive!
To your next appoitment, or just stop in any time during shop hours!
There must be something you can spare!

Thanks for your donation,
xo Beehive

1 year already!!!!

2011-11-05T18:55:00.000-07:00

Today, November 5th, marks the one year anniversary of the Beehive opening at our current location on Fraser Street!!!!!!!

Thanks to everyone who made it such an amazing year.
(cake made by Debra for our grand opening)

Ever wondered how to offend several different groups of nerds at once?

2011-10-05T20:40:00.001-07:00

You're welcome!
Love, your pals at Beehive.

EP Island!

2011-10-02T13:46:00.000-07:00

Sarah Jane recently participated in a project called EP Island as their special guest performer.
They wrote and recorded an EP in one weekend.
The whole shebang is available for download on bandcamp here.
The cover features artwork by Melanie Covey of Sarah Jane's hair!!!!
Sweet!

Fraser Street video!

2011-08-21T10:09:00.001-07:00

A film crew came by and interviewed Sarah Jane about why Fraser St. is the place to be.
They made a little film with interviews from local business owners.
Here it is, iffin' you'd like to see it!
xo

New art opening - Taking a Vacation by Lisa Walker

2011-07-28T01:39:00.000-07:00

Please join us for the opening reception of our latest art show "Taking a Vacation" by Lisa Walker, on Monday, August 15th, 8pm-11pm.
Cash bar, a few snacks and amazing photos!
Hope to see you there!
xo

Attn: Clients of Sarah Jane. Vacation warning!

2011-07-09T17:33:00.000-07:00

Sarah Jane is leaving on holiday to visit family in Europe for four weeks (July 14 - Aug 13).
She'll be back (full of bread and cheese and happy to be doing your hair) starting Sunday, August 14th.

I guess even workaholics take vacations sometimes (photo of SJ on her last vacation)...
xo

Top Chef... with an awesome haircut!

2011-07-06T23:32:00.000-07:00

Big time congratulations to Lindsey Rose's client Dale MacKay on being Canada's first ever Top Chef!!!!
We're all huge foodies at the Beehive, and so proud of you for bringing the title home to Vancouver!
Yaaay, Dale!

Yay Debra!

2011-07-02T17:11:00.000-07:00

Debra has just recently returned to the Beehive from a course at the very prestigious Vidal Sassoon Academy in London, England! She had an amazing time on her trip and is so very inspired. You can read her blog here for details on her journey and photos of her experience at the academy.

HELP! Lost cat!

2011-06-25T23:45:00.000-07:00

His name is Mushi. He belongs to Chenoa, who lives in the same block as the Beehive.
So, if you see him when you are on your way to your hair appointment, please bring him to us and we will get him home.

Thanks!

ATTN: Chenoa's clients! Vacation Alert!

2011-06-21T07:55:00.000-07:00

Chenoa is going back East to visit some family.

She'll be gone June 25th - July 8th.

I guess even unicorns need vacations from time to time...

xo/beehive

Beehive for President!

2011-06-04T00:42:00.001-07:00

The Beehive has been nominated for an Urban Culture Conference Award!

Iffin' you love us, please vote here: http://urbancultureconference.com/
We're under "Stlye" - then "Hair Salon".
Thanks!
Love, Beehive.

Chenoa does unicorn hair!

2011-05-20T22:12:00.000-07:00

I've never seen anything this awesome shaved into the side of someone's head.
Just saying.
Cut, colour, unicorn by Chenoa @ the Beehive.

new art show! May 13th at the Beehive!

2011-05-05T18:06:00.000-07:00

The Beehive is happy to be hosting some new wonderful art by
Erin Boniferro.

The show 'One Trick Ponies' opens at the Beehive on Friday, May 13th.
Reception from 7:30 - 10:30.

See you there!

natural AND salon quality products from Davines!!!

2011-03-16T19:26:00.000-07:00

Y'all have been asking us for salon-quality products that are SLS and paraben free for a while now, and Davines has delivered!

We're happy to introduce the Davines Authentic Line!
All products in this line are 98%-100% derived from natural, organic sources, free from all the bad things, and can be used on your hair, face AND body!

We're carrying the Cleansing Nectar, Balm and Butter.
The Beehive has finally unleashed our inner hippie.
xo

Lindsey Rose's Spring Do's

2011-03-14T09:05:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Rose has been loving spring hair do's lately!
Here is a sample of some of her inspired works.

Attention clients of Nikki!

2011-03-10T16:08:00.000-08:00

Our beloved Nikki, mother of one, is about to become a mother of two!
Heads-up to her clients - Her maternity leave is slated to begin anywhere from mid-April to the end of April if all goes well. She plans to be back in time to do your holiday season hair.

Love, Beehive

Up-Dos!

2011-03-09T08:59:00.001-08:00

Hello, and welcome to another new segment to our blog entitled "Up-Dos!!!"!

Here is an example of a lovely and creative updo.
Lindsey-Rose styled a wedding back in January, and the outcome was lovely.
When compared to the up-don'ts below, this is a clear winner.

Up-Don'ts.

2011-03-07T00:03:00.000-08:00

Welcome to a new segment of our blog entitled "Up-Don'ts"!!!

The wedding season is upon us, and there are millions of gorgeous updos to take inspiration from. And then these are also out there...

Canadians spell blond with an 'e' on the end.

2011-02-23T19:43:00.000-08:00

Sometimes people ask us "what is in style this season?"...
It appears to us that across the influential fashion houses for SS11, going blonde is a common thread (no pun intended?)

Everywhere from super natural, beachy blondes to super platinum 70's glam.

(If you're thinking about blonde-ing it up this spring/summer, but not sure if you're ready to take the plunge, you can always book a free 15 minute colour consultation with your stylist, or chat about it whilst getting your hair cut!)

How To Make Food With a Hairdryer

2011-02-11T00:28:00.001-08:00

This link exists. Just Sayin'.

Thank You.

2011-02-06T17:25:00.001-08:00

Thanks to everyone who attended our Grand Opening party last night! In addition to it being our shop-warming party, it was also the first art show at our new location. (In case you missed it and didn't mean to, Liam's art will be hanging in the shop until March.)

We had art, laughs, drinks, a cake with bumblebees on, and a stellar dj.
It was a lot of fun!

Let's do this again sometime!
-Beehive

The PARTY IS ON!

2011-01-17T11:54:00.000-08:00

We've been threatening an opening party of our Fraser Street space since before we began construction... And now the date is set and we hope to see you there!

One of the things we really wanted for the new shoppe was to be able to host art shows... So with this party we're also having our very first ART OPENING!!!! Featuring the work of LIAM HOGAN. (The work will debut on the 5th, but will be hanging for a month, in case you can't make the party.)

We are so happy in our new home and we hope you'll come celebrate with us!

Love, Beehive

We are stars!.. of Vancouver...

2011-01-11T00:49:00.000-08:00

With the end of 2010 also comes the news that Vancouver Courier readers have once again voted us Stars of Vancouver!!!! Thanks to everyone who voted for us. We're so pumped on 2011 and looking forward to seeing you all very soon!

Gratefully yours,
The Beehive

Speaking of Luke Skywalker...

2010-12-16T23:28:00.000-08:00

Chenoa has reached internet stardom for her ingenuity regarding a Star Wars themed costume wedding. This blew-up all over the interweb.

The Bowl Cut - Coincidence?.. I think not.

2010-12-16T00:33:00.000-08:00

The Bowl Cut is a glorious hairstyle.
Done properly, it can be beautiful, fetching, adorable... you name it.
Now, I don't know about you, but when I harken back to famous bowl cuts of yesteryear, I think of two people specifically...
Dorothy Hamill, and Luke Skywalker.
It was kindly pointed-out to me recently that the actor who played Luke Skywalker is named...
Mark Hamill.

The Bowl Cut shall henceforth also be know as "The Hamill".

Love, Beehive.

Speaking of Lindsays...

2010-12-13T19:22:00.000-08:00

Lindsay Craig (The Beehive's longest-standing Lindsay) did a photoshoot earlier this year with some fabulously good looking models, to showcase her many talents.

Although she's already wicked-talented, Lindsay is always striving to out-do herself (no pun intended). Here is a sample of some of her fine works. Keep your eyes peeled for more from this lady in the future.

Our newest addition - Meet Lindsey Rose!

2010-12-13T10:49:00.000-08:00

Welcome Lindsey Rose!!!!

Us Beehivers are thrilled to welcome the newest member of our staff. Lindsey Rose comes to us with years and years of experience behind the chair and crazy talent. With a passion for all things hair, along side cuts and colours she has a special place in her heart for barbering mens cuts and for updos and session styling.

Important note, folks! - This means we now have TWO ridiculously awesome stylists named Lindsey! So if you're booking with a Lindsay and it's this one you're after, make sure you add "Rose" on the end.

Find her behind her chair Tues-Wed, Fri-Sat.
(some stylists are now offering select availability on Tuesdays by appointment only).

x-mas hair tree

2010-12-10T00:16:00.000-08:00

This guy's pretty much got it goin' on.
Also, his pal in the background is harsh jealous of his accessories.
Just sayin'.
-Beehive

what?!

2010-12-01T22:34:00.001-08:00

I found this lovely lady by searching for "christmas hair", and she came up on a site for failures.
How can hair like this be considered an "epic fail"?!!!!??!!
I don't care what the internet says... I think she looks great.

Love, Sarah Jane

we made the news!

2010-11-18T20:24:00.000-08:00

As much as people like to say that "Fraser is the new Main", we prefer to think that "Fraser is the new Fraser".

The Globe and Mail interviewed Sarah about our recent decision to relocate.
Read on!

Love,
Beehive.

O-P-E-N!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-11-04T17:28:00.000-07:00

We got clearance! We'll be open for business tomorrow (Friday, Nov 5th) at 10am!

Excitedly yours,
BEEHIVE!!!

3904 Fraser Street y'all!
(Fraser + 23rd)

One more inspection to go...

2010-11-04T08:46:00.000-07:00

We passed the plumbing inspection on Tuesday and the building inspection on Wednesday!
Now we only have to wait for the health inspector to give us the go ahead and we can hopefully open our doors as early as Friday the 5th!!!

Fingers Crossed!!!!!!

We're ready, they're not...

2010-11-01T15:57:00.000-07:00

Hi folks,

Sorry to keep you waiting!
Despite us being so incredibly organized, there have been a few delays with the city, so we can't open on Wednesday at our new location on Fraser as planned. Don't worry! Everything's fine! We just need the inspectors to say so and we're on our way.

We'll let you know as soon as we do when we'll be opening the doors.

Thanks for your patience!
In the meantime, you can still call to make appointments.
Chenoa's number is available on our answering machine greeting. Simply call her and she will take very good care of you.

Love, Beehive.

The Last Days Before the First Days.

2010-10-29T09:49:00.000-07:00

Sarah and Sarah Jane have spent the last few days on Main Street removing any trace of our existence there. It's been strange... a bit sad and a bit exciting. We're definitely going to miss our original neighborhood, neighbors and space. We're just so glad that we have such a beautiful new salon to reveal to you all in a few days time, and an exciting new neighborhood to call home.

There is nothing like smashing a few things to help deal with feelings.

Bye, Main Street!
We've loved you and we'll smell you later.

xo SC + SJT.

the salon that love built..

2010-10-25T21:52:00.000-07:00

... or is building anyway...

we are so lucky to have such amazing friends.

our volunteers have helped us tremendously to make this move happen.
we got most of our furniture and fixtures in today and the space is really shaping up.
we would be about a million years behind schedule to open on Fraser if it weren't for our friends.

we LOVE YOU!

We're in the final phases!

2010-10-21T23:57:00.000-07:00

I don't know about you, but I find renovating both terribly exciting and punishingly exhausting!

We began moving furniture we could live without from current to new Beehive today!
The painting is a day away from being complete.
We have running water and working lights in the new space on Fraser...
... and only three days left of actual hair-doing at 4385 Main Street!

At the end of these long days, I sometimes like to use the internet to ruin what's left of my brain and remind myself of why life is funny and fascinating. You know... to motivate me or whatever.
Here's a few gems I've uncovered.

Sharing is caring.
Love, Sarah Jane

what james franco did today was forwarded on to me by my friend Trevor Anderson.

this will make anyone's day better.

science is fascinating.

the best way to relieve stress is to kneed bread. the best recipe is here.

this man is lovely.

Brazilian No-Out

2010-10-20T00:25:00.000-07:00

We're just as shocked and sad about the Brazilian Blowout news as anyone.

Because of the recent controversy surrounding the product, the Beehive is suspending the Brazilian Blowout service until the company and the feds give it the go-ahead.

In case you haven't been following the news, despite the company claiming a formaldehyde-free product, Health Canada found bad amounts of the f-word in the product. The company has done some of their own testing and thinks the product has been tampered with. They've issued a re-call and won't re-releasing the product to the public until it can pass all the regulatory standards... At which time, when the coast is clear, we shall blowout once again.

We are totally bummed about all of this, but have high hopes that the Brazilian Blowouters will make good on their word. We promise to keep our clients safe from harm, and to keep you informed.

Love, your pals at the Beehive.

Don't say we didn't warn you!

2010-10-06T22:45:00.000-07:00

Avoid feeling like this!

If you're feeling like it's about time to get your hair done, don't let it wait too long...

In order to move to the new location on Fraser, we'll be closed the week of October 25-31st. So book now to get in with your stylist before then, or to be one of the first clients in our new shoppe!
(604-709-9928)
We're sorry for any inconvenience and hope we caught you in time!

Love, Beehive.

Meet Debra!!!!!

2010-10-05T11:26:00.000-07:00

The Beehive proudly welcomes our newest addition, Debra!
Debra comes to us with years of experience not only in salons, but doing hair for theater, film and tv as well! (She's also a make-up artist, yo.) She's talented and lovely, too. Find her behind her chair Wednesdays, Friday-Sunday.

xx

Send us your e-mail address!!!

2010-09-18T10:40:00.001-07:00

As you know, the Beehive is moving Nov 1st! We plan on having some sort of outrageous party to celebrate once we're settled-in, and we'd like to invite all of you. So please send your e-mail addresses to:

beehive.hair.lounge@gmail.com

This address is just for things like sending you party invites and news flashes. Please continue to call the shop to book appointments at: 604-709-9928.

Internet!
xo beehive

The Joys of Renovating

2010-09-08T00:40:00.000-07:00

Neither Sarah nor I had ever actually been to the dump before.
For some reason we both had these notions that it would not be so bad...

When we realized that we had to bring the tile shrapnel there, we were both kind of excited to see what this mythical place would be like.

Well... it is DISGUSTING!
We went to Ikea afterwards to pick-up some small things for the space, and had dump-stink all over our shoes and totally stunk-up the place.

This is our public apology to all the Ikea Richmond staff and patrons!
We know better now.

(... In hindsight... the whole experience was kind of fun.)

Love, Sarah Jane

Photoshoot times...

2010-08-26T00:57:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures from the photoshoot last week!

All photos by Ryan Walter Wagner.

Top two: cut, colour and style by Sarah Jane.
Bottom two: cut, colour and style by Chenoa .

Photoshoot - during. Results to come...

2010-08-20T01:31:00.000-07:00

Chenoa and Sarah Jane bribed hot women to model for them and hired the talented Ryan Walter Wagner to photo-document it. (Totally PG13.) Shot in the mid-construction space on Fraser St. Stay tuned for the outcome!

the reno continues...

2010-08-12T22:40:00.000-07:00

Well, the framing of the new space is almost done! Things are starting to shape-up real nicely-like.

Oh... and all our hard work paid off. Look at what's left of those vinyl tiles we were ripping off!

More updates to come.
<3

Tuscan Farms on sale!!!!

2010-08-10T11:53:00.000-07:00

Tuscan Farms is a family-run, local, organic farm who make amazing spa-quality products.

Since we know it's summer and your feet and skin could use some TLC, we're promoting these glorious products at 25% off!!!!!! (The extra-good news is, they were already affordable to begin with, because the products are made right in Langley and don't have to travel far to get to us. Lucky!)

dear men out there...

2010-08-08T23:25:00.001-07:00

Please get your haircut to look like this.

Sincerely, the Beehive.

Brazillian Blowout comes to the Beehive!!!!

2010-08-07T20:30:00.000-07:00

If you haven't heard... The Brazillian Blowout is a new totally healthy frizz-eliminating hair treatment! Way healthier and more effective than getting your frizz chemically relaxed, the Blowout treatment will smooth your hair out and allow you to keep as much or as little of your natural wave as you want!

Chenoa and Nikki are certified Blowout stylists. If you're interested, call us for a consultation.

Check-out their company info and before/after shots on their facebook page:
Brazillian Blowout on FB

The renovations begin!!!!!!

2010-07-31T23:45:00.001-07:00

While we're still open and doing business on Main Street until November, Sarah and Sarah Jane have begun the renovations to our new space on Fraser Street (opening Nov. 1)!!!!

Ripping up baseboards and tile... It's funner than it looks.

The next step is knocking down walls so that we can build new ones. We've called-in the pros to help. More photos and stories to come.

Happy Pride Weekend!!!

2010-07-30T08:32:00.000-07:00

Hair by Chenoa!!!

The rumors are true!

2010-07-19T13:56:00.000-07:00

If you've seen the "for lease" sign in our window lately and wondered what will become of your local hair lounge...

We're re-locating!

Spend the rest of the summer with us on Main street and come see us at our new spot on Fraser and 23rd starting November, 2010.

We might be moving, but we'll still be local! Check out the map on our ad (to the left), and please contact us with any questions!

Rhymes with "rice"

2010-07-14T19:30:00.000-07:00

Nobody feels good addressing them, but they exist and are not to be ignored!

A lot of people are asking us about these irritating little creatures and how to treat them. We may be experts on hair, but we're not liceologists! So we thought we'd forward you on to this little gem of a website (www.lice.ca).

If your child or you or anyone near you has been the home of these little guys, we kindly ask that you not come in and see us until you've used a treatment (according to the instructions), waited 7-10 days, applied a second treatment and waited another week just to make sure they're all gone.

We have a zero lice tolerance and a perfect no-lice record and we'd like to keep it that way!!! Sorry and good luck!

summer time jams

2010-07-07T09:28:00.000-07:00

We'll be listening to Harry Belafonte in order to celebrate this amazing weather!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBW-51xzZNE&feature=PlayList&p=FAEF61FB5A52AB43&playnext_from=PL&playnext=1&index=35

Happy Summer!

lesbiebans

2010-07-01T20:59:00.000-07:00

This website makes me insanely happy/frightened.

Please enjoy!

Love, Sarah Jane

http://lesbianswholooklikejustinbieber.tumblr.com/

Welcome!!!

2010-06-28T14:07:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the Beehive's Blog!

We'll be updating all the time with news, product promotions, photos, hilarious good times, etc...

Stay tuned to stay in the loop!

Love, the hivers.