The HoneyComb™

We did it again.

 Just when we thought it couldn't get more fun than last year, our natural, transitioning, and even a few relaxed Honeys made our meet-up an overwhelming success.  We're so grateful for the ladies who came to hang out, not to mention the incredible people at Karen's Body Beautiful, Bee Mine Products, and Kinky-Curly for sending their love to our guest with samples, try-me kits, and lots of info on their products. Stay tuned for our reviews on HoneyComb-approved products and favorites!

Ths year, over 60 ladies enjoyed exclusive VIP status at Au, Honey!.  Guests had their red (pink) carpet moment and had a great time playing with the chalkboard speech bubbles. The sinful food of the evening: delicious, hand-made red velvet, carrot cake, lemon, and chocolate cupcakes. Sweets and savories included Maya's favorite bacon-wrapped dates and stuffed mushrooms.

Congrats the winners of our Karen's Body Beautiful Gift Box and Swag Baskets from Bee Mine and Kinky-Curly!

Au, Honey! 2011 Update:

Thank you for your RSVP's. This year's Au,Honey! Guest List is officially full. We're sorry, but we are only able to honor RSVP's recieved beyond Saturday, June 4th at 10pm. If you're unsure, please call or email to ensure that you made the Guest List. We would hate to have dissapointed visitors on the evening of the event.

For those of you who will missed us this time around, please stay tuned for details of the next event. We look forward to seeing you all very soon.

It's Here. Au, Honey! 2011

  

We can't wait to see you during this year's meetup! Last year's event was such a success, we've received hundreds of emails asking for details on the next opportunity for Honeys to get together, shop, sip, mingle, munch on goodies, ask questions, and gain support and empowerment for the journey. Back by popular demand, we bring you Au, Honey! 2011.

Space is extremely limited. To avoid the traffic jam we experienced last year, EACH GUEST MUST RSVP. You can RSVP on Facebook by clicking here or by sending an email to RSVP@honeycombhair.com (please include your full name, home address, and contact number within the email). You may also RSVP by filling out our contact form on the web site. We're sorry, but we are unable to accommodate non-RSVP visitors for this event.

Thanks to some amazing, generous people, we've got some really cool stuff planned. And so, the countdown beings with more tid-bits to come...

Good Morning, Sunshine!

A little something for my Honeys who like to 'get it in' early in the week. Rise and shine! Every Tuesday in May.

Spring is here.

  
Whew. Spring is here after quite an eventful Fall and Winter. We've recently welcomed a gorgeous baby boy to the Smith family!  Say hello to Paris. This little guy has been the center of our universe for past few months, which is why you haven't heard much from the Honeycomb lately.

Nevertheless, we're back in full swing with some exciting happenings, salon specials, and a much anticipated meetup for our new Honeys. "Like" us on Facebook for the latest info on our up and coming events, treats, and discussions. Stay tuned: Its going to be a beautiful season.

 

Maya's Fall Picks.

Top ten things I'm into as the weather cools off here in Europe:

1. Chic Jesse Jacket by Foundation Garments.
2. Already a HoneyComb boutique fav, UFD's Curly Magic.
3. Cuteness. Peacock feathered opaque tights.
4. If you haven't heard already, we're very pregnant this Fall. Burt's Bees Belly Butter. An absolute must have salve for my bump.
5. Speaking of my bump, this would be the ultimate "push gift." Diamond Honeybee right-hand ring.
6. Tech swag: Killer studded i-phone case. LSD Fashion Lab.
7. To add to my bee obsession, I'm rocking these Queen Bee studs by Kate Spade.
8. Another HoneyComb staple, Miss Jessie's Curly Buttercream to combat Fall/Winter dryness.
9. Swoon! An adorable (and figure-forgiving) tunic by One Vintage. So sweet.
10. Chloe Lace-up Oxford heels. If I can keep my balance, I'll be pairing these up with my Fall fits.

Something for our Relaxed Honeys:

Welcome to Fall, Honeys! With all of the fuss around our Naturals' this year, we've decided to do something special just for our Relaxed Honeys just in time for Fall: Give your dull, chemically treated tresses a blast of semi-permanent conditioning color! Now through Thanksgiving, upgrade your relaxer with a Color Gloss for an additional 10€ (regular price for a Color Gloss: 20€. Total service includes Relaxer, Color Gloss and HoneyComb signature Airpress™).

Meet Andrea: The HoneyComb Featured This week on Fly

Yay! Click here to check out the HoneyComb this week on Flygirls blog! Thanks, Andrea :-)
  Among the many "Ooh!"s and "Aah!"s we've received from clients who visit the HoneyComb, some of the most exiting commentary comes from the adoration of our fabulous artwork. Meet Andrea Pippins:

About a year before opening The HoneyComb, I was busy gathering inspiration pieces for the design scheme of the salon. A fan of her work, I drafted and sent my "mood board" (below) to Andrea, hoping that she could create some original artwork that fused the modern elements and color scheme of my space with the cultural influence that reflected the beautiful women of color that I work with.

Days later, Andrea emerged with the series of beautiful mod prints inspired by HoneyComb's decor and vintage African hairstyles. The "Untitled" prints, a marriage between my vision and Her Flyness's artistic flair have been a conversation piece in the space since the salon's opening.
The HoneyComb proudly houses the six original art pieces, three of which are now available in Andrea's online store, along with the I Love My Hair  prints (also displayed at The HoneyComb) and the coveted One Regret  tee that you've seen me rock in the salon.

Graphic designer, illustrator and blogger extraordinaire, Andrea Pippins is an artist after my own heart. Her blog, Fly, is a creative inspiration to women of color everywhere. You can read more about her design process for The HoneyComb Project here and here.

Thank You, Honeys!

Saturday's Au, Honey! turned out to be much more than I had expected. What started out as a five-minute twist-out demo for about 20 people quickly grew to full capacity into a jam-packed curly hair forum. Guests piled in to our little studio and crowded around my shampoo room, styling area, and even the hallway to watch hairstyle tutorials and ask their most burning questions about everything from product ingredients to healthy hair care regimens & transitioning. The Honeys shopped an array of HoneyComb merch, including our "tree" of eco-chic accessories, bags, and SupaHoop earrings. We crowned our SwagBag winner, and helped guests load up on much-needed natural hair staples. All of this, combined with delicious catered hors d'oeuvres and signature cocktails (the bacon-wrapped dates were a huge hit) made the event one we're sure to remember.

Thank you, Honeys!

Seeing my naturals (and naturals-to-be) mixing and mingling is always a blessing.  To walk into a room full of women who look like me, and have the opportunity to share something relevant and positive with my community keeps me focused and driven in my pursuit of what the HoneyComb is all about. I was delightfully inspired by your questions, your insight, and the love & support you showed for one another. I truly believe that we as women of color are each others' most valuable resource. 

Ten More Hours...

Ten more hours left to post your comments and/or RSVP for AuHoney! to be entered to win in the SwagBag Giveaway. Honeys are free to post & RSVP until Midnight, however, only entries and emails recieved by midday will be entered to win. See you soon!