MORPHIC Mugshot: Tuesday Braid Model

I always love a change to practice braiding! 

I have been developing my hair braiding skills for more then a few years.  That's how I met Brenda the Braider! In a hair braiding class! I used to get in touch with her every couple years just to get another one-on-one lesson and refresh my braiding skills, but since Park(ing) Day 2012, Brenda has been here in the Morphic studio a couple times a month braiding it up and teaching me on the side! 

I've learned that it's one of those skills where if I don’t use it, I lose it.  It really didn't sink in until this past year, when I opened up my schedule for a weekly braiding model. Currently, I practice braiding every Tuesday morning at 10:00. When I get my model in the chair, I usually look up some inspiration from a quick Google search and get to work. My clients love getting a hip style that can hold up in this windy, foggy city!

We will be hosting more braiding classes—get in touch us at mishi@morphicbeauty.com if you are interested! 

Bridal Braids

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From Bohemian to Sophisticated to Cultural, Morphic Bridal Braids are the perfect  accessory for your wedding day! 

Mishi can create intricate woven five strand french braids, four strand twists or up swept fishtails for you and your bridal party. Limitless possiblities abound with beautiful braids to wrap your crown! 

Paired with flawless make-up done by our talented make-up artists, you will feel regal like a queen and divine like a goddess when you tie the knot. Brides aren't the only ones for braided fun, let the Morphic team give your bridal party that special glow that perfectly reflects your bridal radiance!

Morphic creates unique bridal braids for all types brides. See what we can do. Would you have even guessed, model DJ Daneekah, actually has shoulder length fine hair. That didn't stop us from giving her an amazingly full Up-Braid.

Shorter haired brides, and maids, don't be shy, we can give you long hair braids for your special day.

Braid: Brenda the Braider (Morphic, Master Braider)
Make-Up: W. Maple Porter (MUA/Wardrobe Stylist)
Model: DJ Daneekah (Cooyah Ladeez)
Photographer: Bousa Concepts (www.bousaconcepts.com)
Dress & Hair Accessories : Idojour (www.idojour.com)
Creative Directors: Mishi Nova, W.Maple Porter (Morphic)

Braids and Bohemian Brides go hand and hand. Let Morphic capture your effervescent style in a subtle sophisticated way. Be your funky self in a fresh way for your special day. Morphic make-up and braids are the perfect combination to frame the sparkling personality of your wedding style.

Braids: Mishi Nova & Brenda the Braider 
Make-Up: Emi Navas & Maple Porter
Model: Maple Porter
Photography: Bousa Concepts (www.bousaconcepts.com)
Accessories: Idojour (www.Idojour.com)

Braids and Maids go great together. A lovely bridal braid is great for the beautiful bridesmaid that wants radiate without outshining the bride. Simply striking and romantic, we'll just call her the Braidsmaid.

Braid: Brenda the Braider
Make-Up: Emi Navas
Hair Accessories: Idojour (www.idojour.com)
Model: Michele Campese
Photography: Bousa Concepts (www.bousaconcepts.com)

Braids work great with cultural weddings too! Morphic is more than happy to bring a romantic modern moment into your traditional cultural wedding, with a beautiful braid. French fishtails and five strand braids are lovely choices that make a statement without standing out. Let a Morphic Bridal Braid be the hair moment for your traditional cultural day.

Braid: Mishi Nova
Make-Up: Emi Navas
Model: Gayatri Bhapnagar (deviacupuncture.com)
Photography: Bousa Concepts (bousaconcepts.com)

Gatsby Gets Braided

The buzz is all about Gatsby.

And why not? The past few years, Roaring 20's style has been beautifully on trend. To celebrate the release of the film The Great Gatsby the nice folks over at Idojour asked us to come put our own braided twist on the iconic 20's style for their bridal ad campaign.

We couldn't be happier with the final result.

Festival Season Hair Guide

Coachella kicked off the summer festival season last month, and our girl on the scene, Maple, brought back the low down on all the hair trends and some great tips for hair care on your festival adventures. Whether you're more down with indie rock shows, reggae fests or hip-hop showcases, we've got you covered!

SUMMER FESTIVAL Trends:

1. BRAIDS

Braids were everywhere at Coachella. Fishtails, dutch girl crowns and funky french braids. For your summer festy, start off simple. Messy braids are super on trend. Get braided by Mishi before you go. No muss no fuss, you can spend your time listening to the music,not worrying about your hair. Pull it out for day two or three and have beautiful tousled waves.

2. COLOR

Bright wonderful fun colors are definitely an exciting summer statement. Teal was a showstopper at Coachella and definitely a Morphic favorite. Maple also saw purple and the classic flamingo pink.

3. OMBRE

Ombre is a sure win for summer hair, and we had many coming in for this treatment before their Coachella trip!  Ombre gives hair that "been in the sun" look. For a natural, bohemian feel that seems effortless, this is the way to go!

Are you heading to some summer festivals this year? How will you show off your festival-perfect hair? 

Unearthing Blade Runner

Time and time again, I'm amazed at how much fun it is to recreate all these iconic looks of the past! 

This month one of my near and dear clients was my Blade Runner model. I recreated Rachel, with victory rolls and all.

Cheers to Hair Movie Night!