Duque Salon's Beauty Blog

Come Celebrate Your Beauty With Us!

2009-11-10T21:34:00.000-08:00

Holiday Trunk Show & Pamper Party

2009-10-28T21:41:00.000-07:00

Grab your BFF, Mom, Sister or any other Beauty Devotee
and
JOIN US FOR AN EVENING THAT WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
a portion of the proceeds will go to breast cancer research so come shop for the cure!

Holiday Trunk Show & Pamper Party

Host:	Zeta Tau Alpha - Seattle, WA Alumnae Chapter
Type:	Causes - Fundraiser
Network:	Global

Date:	Thursday, November 19, 2009
Time:	6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location:	5348 Ballard Ave NW. Seattle, WA 98107

First 30 people in the door will get a fab bag of beauty swag...

and all beauty junkies are guaranteed an evening of girlie girl merriment filled with:

Mini spa services
"Let's Get Dolled Up" makeovers from the SHIMMER fab team of make up artists
Door prizes and raffles to delight any girls beauty addition that will include giveaways like: free lash extensions, admission to Doc Bruno's Boot Camp, salon and spa services at duque just to name a few.
ahhh-mazing mini trunk shows featuring jewelry, candles, spa products and great gift items that won't break your budget...with this night only deals and steals!

www.duquesalon.com 206.706.7177

For The Beauty Stars...

2009-10-21T11:24:00.000-07:00

Announcing the opening of Ballard's premier make up studio SHIMMER BEAUTY BAR. This baby Sephora-like, darling lofty space is sister store to duque salon + spa + boutique. Offering all things girlie and glittery it's a welcomed addition to Ballard Avenue.
Center stage is Julie Hewett-Los Angeles the make up artist who makes the stars shine. Boasting feature films like: The Women, Pearl Harbor, Mona Lisa,and the HBO hit series True Blood to name a few in a long list. "Julie is famous for her red lipsticks...and we'll teach you how to apply it perfectly." says Giovanna Duque.
Another SHIMMER star is Heather Roddy, named "SEATTLE'S BEST MAKE UP ARTIST" in ALLURE magazine. Heather brings a level of artistry unsurpassed to the team.
SHIMMER BEAUTY BAR's adorable menu of services cleverly called "Beauty Bites for Beauty Stars" includes air brush make up applications and eye lash extensions. It also breaks down the difficulty of make up application by taking it one step at a time. Teaching " just lips, be it pouty, red, or day", or "for your eyes only"....a lesson in how to create a smokey, cat or perfectly lined eye. And for all you anti-makeup ladies out there...in the words of Calivn Klein, "The best thing is to look natural, but it takes make up to look natural. " So head over to SHIMMER BEATUY BAR and shine your star be it natural, glam or goth. you'll be red carpet ready in a blink of a perfectly shadowed eye!

Save your Skin

2009-10-08T20:04:00.000-07:00

Your skin is your largest organ and at duque we believe that good skincare is essential to looking and feeling your best. Schedule a 60-minute Glow Facial which features two double action deep cleansings, a hydrating aromatic hot towel wrap in warm oxygenated steam followed by gentle pore purging extractions. Then experience a skin-type specific regulating mask and super potent grape seed oil, neck, shoulder, and arm massage. The treatment finishes with an additional hot towel wrap and soothing hydrating pack. Pure Bliss.

Impossibly Long Eyelashes are Here

2009-10-02T15:17:00.000-07:00

If you love the look of impossibly long eyelashes but don’t want to bother with a prescription for Latisse come see Heather in the spa. In just under an hour she can give you the lashes you wish you were born with and right now she’s offering them up at a fraction of the normal price. Full sets of individual mink eyelash extensions are $185 but if you book now, you’ll enjoy a deeply discounted rate of $125. Prefer a demi set for a sexy cat eye look? No problem. A demi normally runs for $125 but right now they’re marked down to a special price of $85. This deal won’t last so book now! Call now to book your appointment (206) 706-7177.

Duque Beauty Deals

2009-10-01T21:36:00.000-07:00

Get a haircut and face framing highlights with stylists Marica or Erica for $50! It's a steal! Valid on Wednesdays and Thursdays only! Just use the code "beauty deal" when scheduling! 206.706.7177

Photo: Greg Kessler

Girl Power Hour Pink Party

2009-10-01T09:19:00.000-07:00

Get your tickets now to the Girl Power Hour Pink Party! The event will be hosted at Duque Salon & Spa in Ballard on Thursday, October 15th. Door open at 6pm. Come meet local authors of the fabulous lingerie book Underneath it All: A Girl’s Guide to Buying, Wearing and Loving Lingerie as they sign books and give away bra fittings, indulge in pink drinks, get a fabulous swag bag (first 50 guests only), win door prizes from Duque and much more! Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Duque Salon will also be offering Girl Power Hour Guests signature salon & spa packages at deep discounts! Space is limited so get your tickets now! For more info click here.

We're Hiring!

2009-09-30T11:45:00.000-07:00

duque salon + spa + boutique in Ballard is now hiring! We’re growing as a company and are in the process of scouting out new talent. We’re looking to fill a variety of openings including sales, customer service, massage technicians, nail technicians, estheticians, hairdressers, hair assistants, spa and salon support and make-up artists. Applicants should have a strong work ethic, a willingness to self-promote, a genuine love of grooming and all things that go with it, a kind and compassionate soul and most importantly the ability to see life on the bright side. Please see the list of detailed job descriptions below.

Booking Representatives- Responsible for booking all treatments and appointments. Prior telephone and customer service experience is required. Excellent communication skills, basic computer ability and a desire to deliver first rate service is a must. Attention to detail and capability of multi-tasking is also required for this position. Must be flexible to work all shifts. We are open Tuesday-Sunday and hours vary.

Customer Service Representatives- Prior customer service and sales experience is a must for this position along with a Mother Teresa attitude towards helping others. Responsible for directing customers through salon and spa protocols. Must be flexible to work all shifts. We are open Tuesday-Sunday and hours vary.

Massage Therapist- Qualified applicants are in possession of a current Washington State or national massage license. Willingness to self- promote a must, along with learning and performing specialized duque massage and body treatments. Must be self-motivated and willing to build a strong clientele.

Nail Technicians- Qualified applicants are in possession of a current Washington State nail license. Capable of transitioning skills to the duque method of nail care. Willingness to self-promote a must. Attention to detail a major plus as well as a fanatical obsession with cleanliness.

Estheticians- Qualified applicants are in possession of a current Washington State esthetics license. Ability to prescribe and up-sell necessary treatments is a must for this position as well as the ability to self-promote and build a strong clientele. Hospital grade cleanliness and sanitation is an absolute must.

Hairdressers- Qualified applicants are in possession of a current Washington State hairdressing license. Must be willing to participate in on-going educational events, self-promote, build your business and possess a willingness to be coached. Prima donnas will not be tolerated.

Hair Assistants- Qualified applicants are in possession of a current Washington State hairdressing license, or in attendance of cosmetology school. Must be capable of taking direction, pay attention to detail and maintain time management. Also needs to have a flexible attitude. Demonstrate not only willingness, but also a demand to participate in ongoing educational and promotional events.

Spa + Salon Support- You must be able to multi-task and have the ability to anticipate the needs of the business. Great organizational skills with attention to detail and a fanatical obsession with cleanliness are a must.

Boutique Stylists- Qualified applicants must posses the skill to style and sell. Attention to detail as well as an updated knowledge of today's trends is a necessity. Qualified candidates must have an eye for style and the ability to sell merchandise.

Make-up Artists- Qualified applicants must posses the skill set to create and re-create all aspects of fashion make-up. Must have a keen eye for detail and deal with the public well. Great organizational skills with attention to detail and a fanatical obsession with cleanliness absolutely necessary. Must self-promote and be willing to learn the product lines we carry. Prima donnas will not be tolerated but for the right candidate this position will be a lot of fun!

About duque salon + spa + boutique
At duque, we believe that how you do anything, is how you do everything. You'll see this philosophy illustrated throughout our establishment. Our attention to detail and our dedication to superb customer service are depicted in every aspect of our business. We take multiple elements, do them well, and put them together to create a totally different experience for the customer. No place in Seattle is more perfect! Ours is a place where you can experience the difference that a dry haircut makes, relax in a European old world style spa and shop your heart's content.

How to Apply:
Email an updated copy of your resume to duquesalonspa@gmail.com along with a cover letter detailing why you would be a good fit for the position. We will review all submits and schedule interviews accordingly.

$10 off Your Next Haircut

2009-09-27T16:07:00.001-07:00

Print this out and bring it into the salon to redeem. Valid now through Oct. 31st, 2009.

Hanky Panky Fall Shipment is In

2009-09-24T20:10:00.000-07:00

Every girl feels like a million bucks when she's wearing beautiful bralets and panties from Hanky Panky. They are sexy, comfortable and virtually seamless under clothes. We just got in a brand new shipment of beautiful fall lingerie that you are going to love! Hanky Panky has been dubbed as "the world's most comfortable thong" and it's true. You have to try them for yourself! We also carry Hanky Panky's Mail-A-Thong.

Tangerine Jewelry

2009-09-24T10:13:00.001-07:00

We have a full assortment of Tangerine Jewelry in store now! Come check it out. Most pieces start out at $18. Everyone can use another great pair of earrings!

Beauty School is in Session

2009-09-05T16:23:00.000-07:00

Introducing

duque’s

Hand’s On…How To… Beauty Classes

If you find yourself defeated, discontented, discouraged, or disheartened, when it comes to getting the result you want with your hair then call and reserve your seat immediately! In one hour our beauty team will take your form frustrated to fabulous! We Guarantee Red Carpet Results!

Call 206.706.7177

You Bring Your:

Beauty Bag
Arsenal of beauty tools
Favorite products
Make-up bag
Wildest desires

We Bring:

A team with over 50 years of experience
Industry Insider Tips & Tricks
Lite Bites and Sparkling Sips
Guaranteed Results

Class Schedule:

How to Create Curls without Frizz

September 17th

How to Pump Up the Volume

September 24th

How to Create Soft Waves

October 8th

Weather-Proof Hair

October 22nd

How to Use Hot Tools

November 5th

Holiday Hair & Make Up

November 19th

Holiday Hair & Make Up

December 3rd

Holiday Hair & Make Up

December 17th

Class Times:

All How-To Beauty Classes are offered at 12pm and 6pm.

Cost:

$25 redeemable in products.

RSVP:

Reserve your space by calling 206.706.7177

We heart Miss Oops

2009-09-05T16:18:00.000-07:00

Duque Salon + Spa + Boutique proudly carries a variety of products by Miss Oops. The mission of Miss Oops is to provide women with beauty saving, problem solving products that make life easier. We love the Rescue Sponge designed to remove deodorant marks on clothing and all the Critical Care kits! We also love that the Miss Oops product have the Allure Magazine seal of approval!

Duque + Girl Power Hour

2009-09-03T16:39:00.000-07:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we need your help to make a difference this year! Mark your calendars all you beauty addicts cause you won't want to miss our October 15th Girl Power Hour Event!

Grab your BFF, sister, mother, or some one you love and come join the party. We promise a great time and you can make a difference in helping to find a cure for breast cancer. We'll keep you posted on all the details but for now mark your calendar...save the date and come help fight the fight!

What: Girl Power Hour

When: October 15th

Where: Duque Salon + Spa + Boutique in Ballard

When: 6pm-9pm

More info: Click here.

Made Fresh Daily

2009-09-02T12:57:00.000-07:00

Did you know that all the body and hand scrubs we use in the spa and nail salon are all made fresh daily? Come try our organic strawberry sugar scrub if you're in the mood for something sweet...or to warm up for fall- try our ogranic apple cinnamon sugar scrub. We promise, you'll be addicted. We are!

Check us out!

2009-08-26T07:28:00.001-07:00

Check out our write up on new stylist Marica as seen on BeautyBySydney.com!

Print it out and bring it in for $10 off your first appointment with Marica!

The Boutique

2009-08-21T20:49:00.000-07:00

Duque's philosophy is that not only can one mix expensive items with inexpensive ones, but that one should! Our boutique offers an eclectic array of distinct clothes, accessories, and found objects. It is a place where rare finds are juxtaposed with well-made, less extravagant items. Geared towards the savvy shopper, "no girl is left behind", as we offer something for everyone's budget! you will discover styles ranging from glitzy and glam, to rocker and punk; sweet and sassy to simple and elegant, all priced from splurges to steals. We've got jewelry from Otra Vaz, the entire haircare line from Sidlab and so much more!

The Spa

2009-08-21T20:39:00.000-07:00

Our spa is different, for all the reasons you see here! Our complimentary hand scrubs, our home-made body products, our amazing monthly specials, our high-standard of cleanliness, and our dedication to you, our guest, in everything we do! Our menu of services includes skincare, body treatments, nails, waxing, make-up, and more. And to complete your ultimate spa experience we offer an array of side dishes including emergency blemish treatments, mini-microdermabrasion services, spa lunches and more.

To view a menu of services follow the links below:
Skin
Clinical Skincare
Body
Nails
Waxing
Let's Make -Up
Here Comes the Bride
Side Dishes

The Salon

2009-08-21T20:30:00.000-07:00

Our hairdressers do not want to impose their style. Educating the client is the most important part of the process. Our job as hairdressers at duque is to help the client get over their fears, think outside the box, and take a chance. The bottom line is a modern cut that makes our client look and feel beautiful. Come in and see for yourself! Click here for our service menu.

The Dry Cutting Method

2009-08-21T20:16:00.000-07:00

Our hairdressers cut hair dry. It allows them to deliver a tension free accurately shaped haircut, specifically suited to your facial features. You will never go back to a wet haircut after this experience.

Our hairdressers do not want to impose their style. Educating the client is the most important part of the process. Our job as hairdressers at duque is to help the client get over their fears, think outside the box, and take a chance. The bottom line is a modern cut that makes our client look and feel beautiful.

Welcome to our blog!

2009-08-21T19:55:00.000-07:00

At duque, we believe that how you do anything, is how you do everything. You'll see this philosophy illustrated throughout our establishment. Our attention to detail and our dedication to superb customer service are depicted in every aspect of our business. We take multiple elements, do them well, and put them together to create a totally different experience for the customer. No place in Seattle is more perfect! Ours is a place where you can experience the difference that a dry haircut makes, relax in a European old world style spa and shop your heart's content. Welcome to our blog!