BIG Fluffy Braids
Looking for some big fluffy braids?
Dust a little texturizing powder on them and start pulling the loops of the braid outward. You’ll end up with nice full luscious braids!
Big Sexy and Unite are my go to brands for texturizing powder.
Now go try it on yourself!
Tip from Belle: Dannielle Robeson
Nickname?
Growing up my family always called me Dandoonay. I honestly have no idea where it came from or what it means! I’ve asked plenty of times but no one has ever given me an answer, so mysterious. Fortunately none of my friends call me this.. They call me D, Di, or my favorite, Princess Di.
Best advice from a client?
It wasn’t exactly advice but a client guided me on how she liked her makeup done. She only wanted to enhance, not change. This is kind of my motto when doing someone’s makeup. I found what work’s best for everyone is enhancing what they already have.
When you aren’t working what are you doing?
I always try and get out of the house to do something (thank goodness for my Prius, I’m always driving!). But I definitely travel a lot. I love planning vacations even if it’s just a one night turn around trip. Growing up my family always took spontaneous trips, plus I have family all over the world so I was always going somewhere. I get antsy if I’m home for too long now! When I am home, I love binge watching shows or movies in my pajamas.
What was the last text you sent to your best friend?
Oh gosh. So my best friend who lives in Mississippi is actually staying with me for ten days right now with her 5 month old son, who is also my godson. Another one of my best friends was asking what we were up to so I told her how I put X Files on and he kept staring at the screen smiling at it! The last text I sent out was (referring to what his mom told me) “Diane, it’s all your fault for putting this on!”
What is your go to style? At work? Going out?
I like to keep my style timeless and clean. At work I always rock a more natural and comfortable look from my makeup to my clothes. When I go out I’ll spice things up by wearing leather or a dress with a bold lip. Oh and definitely fun boots! All the females in my family have a crazy shoe obsession. My boyfriend thinks we’re nuts!
Don’t stress. It’s hilarious because when it comes to something that didn’t go right for me, I immediately stress. Growing up if things weren’t done the way I liked, I stressed. I’ve learned to keep reminding myself everything will be fine and if there’s a problem, there’s a solution. So really there’s no reason to get so worked up over anything! My friend’s have actually referred to me as the human Xanax cause I’m so calm and positive when there’s a high stress situation happening.
Have you ever cut your own hair?
Me trying to cut this mane of hair? Absolutely not! There’s so much of it I wouldn’t know where to start.
What Disney princess are you? Why?
I’d have to say I relate to Jasmine the most. Not at work of course, but around my friends and family I can be on the sassy side. I feel like I’m free spirited, always looking for an adventure! I’ve always been such an independent female, I never accepted any help and learned new things because of my curiosity. Growing up I was even so picky with relationships.. I never gave anyone a chance until I saw a true potential of love. My first relationship is the one I’m currently in, hitting five years in March!
If you were boss for the day what would you do?
If I was boss for the day I’d take my girls for a well deserved night out!
Why Vanity Belle?
Easy, we’re the best! From our bosses to coworkers, we’ve always been a family. Like family we’re always there for each other if it’s needed. I’ve never felt any judgement, only positive energy. Plus between loving everyone there and loving what I do, I can hardly call it work!
It’s that time of year again where love is in the air. Let’s strip down and glam up!!
We have teamed up with the AMAZING Chloe Atnip @boudoirbychloe to provide you all the goods in one place – hair, makeup, photos, a gift for your loved one, AND (our favorite drink of choice) champagne! Everything will take place at our chic Costa Mesa boutique.
When you might ask. FEBRUARY 1st & 3rd! And get this, it’s only $299!! That is $150 OFF the total value!! Plus, the images will be ready for you by Valentine’s Day.
Now ladies let’s think. Has the bedroom been a little stale? Does your lover love a nice cold beer, pizza and football more than getting hot and bothered? Let’s take action to rekindle the sexual attractions you used to have where you couldn’t keep your hands off each other!
We have a blast glamming all our beautiful brides, but when your whole bridal party is absolutely stunning it makes for an exciting morning! Artists Suzy, Toni and Lavonne were the lucky ladies to put their magic to work on this picture perfect day for Jason and Kristi.
Photos by Matthew Morgan Photography
Read her Bio!
Nickname?
Danni, Mom, baby, Bean-elle, depends on the person talking to me.
Your hype song?
OMG!!!! Like every song that comes on is pretty much my JAM! I LOVE music and I LOVE my music loud!!
When you aren’t working what are you doing?
Crafting or making DIY's, going on adventures, taking the scenic route, motorcycle riding, eating fro-yo or CREAM, boxing, researching new ways to use my essential oils. I’m a busy body, so, I am constantly on the go. So, sitting and watching a movie or show will literally make me fall asleep.
What was the last text you sent to your best friend?
The last one is probably not even note worthy it most likely went something like oh awesome, or on my way or something boring (we talk a lot)…the good kind go something more like “good morning to my favorite hooker” with some kissy faces or something along those lines haha. We get each other because we’re both the red headed step child (and sister in laws too, I am married to her step brother)
What is your life motto?
Trust God, be brave, push through your fears, and live your greatest potential. Never stop growing and learning are what come to mind when I think about life, about my life.
Are you an innie or an outie?
In-betweenie haha
Have you ever broken a mirror? How?
Not that I can remember, thankfully! Knock on wood.. Well, actually I broke the handle to my mirror. Does that count?
Have you ever cut your own hair?
Oh yes…many times! The first time I remember doing it I was probably about 10 and didn’t really understand how curly, wet hair works and whacked my bangs real nice and short. I was a little in shock once they dried and thought that’s not what i meant to do.
What Disney princess are you? Why?
I have always felt a strong connection to Cinderella, but honestly I was never a Disney person as a kid. I didn’t really start loving anything cartoon or animated until i was an adult.
Why Vanity Belle?
I love my bosses and how personable and open they are…even when i TRIED (key word…tried) to quit once I had told them everything that had been going on in my personal life and feeling i couldn’t quite find balance and trying to find it i tried quitting Vanity Belle. Obviously, I didn’t quit, Victoria wouldn’t let me haha (Thankfully! I LOVE YOU Victoria!!!) but she was there for me fighting for me, that says so much, to me. The value you feel as an employee, the worth and gratitude that you feel, you cant get at any ol place. I love the girls I work with and how inspiring and talented they are, I love hair, I love weddings, the whole atmosphere…so it all just makes sense. I have been with the company since the beginning of the San Diego location. And when I say beginning, I mean before the the cutest little boutique that we call home was found, I would have to drive to OC, that kind of beginning haha. I was originally hired just for the wedding aspect which was a dream come true but thought how awesome it would be in the future if I could eventually be the one that they wanted for cuts and colors as well…because then it would be the ultimate dream. RIGHT? Right! All of my passions rolled into one place, because, you see I had been splitting my time between two different salons. I still had that other need of mine, that passion, which was to be doing cuts and colors. That perfect opportunity at just the right time finally presented itself and I am now working the one job fulfilling my love of weddings and my love for cuts and colors. So, I think I would say Why not Vanity Belle!?!? Would you say no to your dream job?
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