What creative phrase would you use to describe your style?
Classic Retro, Rockabilly, Burlesque
Tell us a little about yourself! (details or get declined)
"Down a side street in Southwark sits a hairdressers' that would make most modern stylists run screaming. Nestled within the walls of the Cut & Clipper salon is Nina's Hair Parlour, Britain's first vintage hair salon. Scattered around the shop are pictures of immaculately coiffed starlets - Lauren Bacall, Gene Tierney and Olivia de Havilland - all shampooed and set to within an inch of their lives. Original hood dryers bulge ominously from the walls and sinister gas-heated tongs from the 1920s rest on art deco cabinets packed with pillbox hats. Edith Piaf trills softly in the background. It is like Toni & Guy never existed..." The Guardian
Do you love the idea of real glamour and decadence that was the hallmark of yesteryear?
Creating spellbinding vintage, retro and postmodern looks is my passion. I've been doing it for the past 15 years, working alongside fashion photographers, film makers and the performers of London's burlesque scene, recreating those looks. I am also a period style consultant for the Young Vic Theatre and have been working on many magazines and fashion shows here and abroad.
I would be delighted to share my skills with people who enjoy the exotic, theatrical and glamourous, or those who just want to have a little fantasy or take a fun journey of true self expression to another era. I work with hair, make up, hats and headwear and can also help with styling, providing clothing and props.Pricelist is available on my website.
In addition, Nina's Hair Parlour is the first UK specialist vitage/retro hair/make up salon.We stock a number of handpicked, rare and original period hats from the 1930's-1960's, extravagant, unique hair accessories and Retro L'Amour snoods, all of which are available for sale and hire.
Nina's Hair Parlour are:
Nina Butkovich-Budden...hairdressing drama queen
Mark McCarthy....barbering,dj-ing,man of the roost
Issidora........ make up and the resident guru
Leila Mauro......hairdressing,hair up & fingerwave sexy kitten
Claire the Minx....public relatoooor,advertising, marketing (she is a very talented little lady)
How did you find PL? (Who referred you?, What site was the link on? What keywords did you search?) Be detailed, It helps us advertise and thank people!
friend
Comment Wall (14 comments)
You need to be a member of PinupLifestyle ♥ to add comments!
Hi Nina,
I'm looking for a retro hair and makeup artist for my wedding and I've had you recommended ,many times; problem is that with travel expenses (I'm in Devon - Exeter) I'm afraid you're out of my budget. If it's not too cheeky, can I ask if you can recommend anyone in my area?
Thanks so much,
Candy
Hi!
I came and got my hair cut and styled the week before last by you and it was amazing! Lovely lovely place, smashing people and wonderous hair result!
I'm just putting up some photos from my mum's wedding (the day after I got my hair styled at your lovely establishment) and I think it turned out rather well even after being slept on!
I'll definitely be coming back and shall bring a few friends with me!
Thanks so so much. I got many hair compliments that day.
Hello! thanks very much for getting back to me...I've booked an appointment with you for a cut and set on 12th June (12 noon). I can't wait! I am seriously so excited, I've never really done anything with my hair before and I know you'll do a fantastic job. It's my mum's wedding day the next day so fingers crossed the style will hold until then.
I'll give your Veronica Lake tips a go...I had some heated rollers delivered last week so I'll get cracking.
Seeing as you guys are the hair champions (from what I see on your website anyways!) I was wondering if you had any advice to give. I'm looking to style my hair very similarly to this picture of Veronica Lake...just wondering how to start!
Comment Wall (14 comments)
You need to be a member of PinupLifestyle ♥ to add comments!
Join PinupLifestyle ♥
I'm looking for a retro hair and makeup artist for my wedding and I've had you recommended ,many times; problem is that with travel expenses (I'm in Devon - Exeter) I'm afraid you're out of my budget. If it's not too cheeky, can I ask if you can recommend anyone in my area?
Thanks so much,
Candy
ModelStephanie Jay said…
I came and got my hair cut and styled the week before last by you and it was amazing! Lovely lovely place, smashing people and wonderous hair result!
I'm just putting up some photos from my mum's wedding (the day after I got my hair styled at your lovely establishment) and I think it turned out rather well even after being slept on!
I'll definitely be coming back and shall bring a few friends with me!
Thanks so so much. I got many hair compliments that day.
Stephanie Jay :)
ModelStephanie Jay said…
I'll give your Veronica Lake tips a go...I had some heated rollers delivered last week so I'll get cracking.
Thanks again!
Stephanie Jay.
ModelStephanie Jay said…
Hey guys and gals.
Seeing as you guys are the hair champions (from what I see on your website anyways!) I was wondering if you had any advice to give. I'm looking to style my hair very similarly to this picture of Veronica Lake...just wondering how to start!
Thanks very much!
Stephanie Jay.
ModelBetty Red {PL Team / Madam} said…
xoxo!
Hair/Makeup ArtistStephanie said…
Hope you are doing well!
View All Comments