Parlor Blow Dry Bar

A couple weeks ago, I finally was able to try out Parlor Blow Dry Bar.  I met up with a few blogger friends in the Raleigh Blog Society for blow outs and dinner and it was the perfect way to relax after a long day of work.  Plus, I woke up the next day with my hair already nice and voluminous! 

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I went for a hair style that was close to my typical look - curled, down, and as full as possible.  As my hair has gotten longer, it has been more difficult to achieve that "full and volumized" look.  If anybody has any hair stylist recommendations, please share them in the comments as I am in desperate need of a cut!

I absolutely loved the atmosphere at Parlor.  I've been in there once before, but only to attend a braiding class.  This time, they gave me a nice glass of wine, washed my hair, and completely styled it for a really good price.  I'd highly suggest this as a girl's night or weekend idea.  The stylists were all so sweet too and made the experience fabulous!

I've always been the customer to ask 100 questions about the products they use and this time was no exception.  I was educated each step of the way and learned several tricks and tips on how to (try to) achieve the look at home! All of the products at Parlor are Bumble and Bumble and my favorite product would have to be the Thickening Dryspun Finish Spray!

Isn't Kate from Sara Kate Styling adorable?  I loved how her hair turned out.  

We ended the night at Shuckers Grill & Oyster Bar on Glenwood in Raleigh and the food was delicious.  After the assortment of appetizers we ordered (hush puppies, crab dip, wings), I attempted to be healthy and order a caesar salad with blackened salmon on top.  It was so delicious. 

Thank you Parlor Blow Dry Bar and  Shuckers Grill & Oyster Bar for having us that night! 

Left to Right: Angela of Head to Toe Chic | Maddie of Raleigh Revealed |

Kate from Sara Kate Styling | me | Meghan of Champagne & Suburbs