Why do it yourself when you can pay someone else?
And that someone else these days is Miss Rockabilly Ruby, hair/makeup artist and YouTube sensation. She works out of Los Angeles, and flew cross country to give a class in DeLand, FL. Lovers of retro hair and fashion came from Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville and elsewhere to watch Miss Ruby demonstrate 3 vintage hairstyles. And what a crowd we were! In full skirts with crinoline, cat-eye sunglasses, peep toe pumps, stockings and old fashioned handbags, we stood out walking around downtown.
Janelle Zipse's boutique, Pinup Parlor, is right on DeLand's Main Street. It is the perfect shop for buying a gift or treating yourself to something gorgeous.
Speaking of gorgeous, I was busy arranging my skirt and looked up to see a blonde bombshell right before us. With a pile of blonde curls a la Betty Grable, Miss Ruby greeted us looking perfectly polished. She was funny, quirky and a little bit nerdy.. And we lived her for it. For the next 4 hours, some gals took notes, others snapped photos while Ruby worked. Bobby pins vs hair pins, use metal duck clips, never plastic. We were advised in the products (she works for Big Sexy Hair) and procedures as she transformed two models from 2015 to 1955. Parlor owner Janelle was one of the lucky ones...
After we received our certificates of completion, the attendees clamored to try on PinupParlor's merchandise.
Florals and gingham for spring, high waisted hot pants, halter tops and high heels... I might need a second job just to get everything I love!
I loved meeting so many women who throw terms around like half moon mani and bumper bangs. I can't wait to see what Pin Parlor offers in the future:)
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