Shear Genius in Times Square - Continued

The press events began with photo ops with each of the stylists (I missed some of them, but did catch Daniel, Charlie, Paulo, Matthew, Oshun and Parker). I went over and introduced myself to the other stylists and they were so excited to hear that I was with "Blogging Shear Genius". They are all reading the site and are huge fans already. Not long after, I happened to catch Bravo's own Andy Cohen out of the corner of my eye. It was the first time (after all these events) that I had actually met and talked with Andy and he was extremely nice and had VERY positive things to say about the blog! (In fact when Rene Fris arrived, Andy told Rene to be sure to talk to "us"!)



Speaking of Rene, he was the next one to arrive and let me tell you - Rene is so nice, friendly, down to earth and absolutely GORGEOUS! His eyes go right through you! Unfortunately he wore a blazer, so I wasn't able to get any "back shots" (LOL), but it's OK because talking to him was an absolute pleasure. Andy told Rene about us and at first he said "oh I don't want to read anything about (the show) online" but Andy INSISTED that he check us out because we are "the nice blog"! Rene told me that this season's stylists are very talented and that the challenges on this season's show are really good (and exciting!) He told me that we "have to watch!" Um, OK - no problem!



When Jaclyn Smith and Kim Vo arrived, the press went into a frenzy! I had to feel for Jaclyn because she was so excited to see the stylists and talk to them and the photographers actually yelled at her to "stop talking and pose for pictures!" It was near impossible to get to Jaclyn since there were reporters from such shows as Access Hollywood waiting for her, but she seemed very excited and enthusiastic about the show.







The lucky people who waited in line to have their hair done were escorted to the next available designer one by one. I stopped to check on Marylou, who was a "client for the day" of Paulo's. I checked once and took a picture and by the next time I circled around she had a full "up-do" going! She looked amazing and she seemed happy with the look!





The chairs that the stylists used were designed by students New York's School of Visual Arts and they were all really incredible and creative! The themes ranged from a backyard to a diner to a NYC Police Station to a gym! The card I received says that you can vote for your favorite design on bravotv.com, but I can't seem to find the link. Maybe they will put it up tomorrow for "Opening Day!"

NY radio station WPLJ was also on hand running trivia contests and handing out prizes (apparently they were promoting the event all week on the air).

Hats off to our good friends from Bravo Valerie and Rachelle for making sure that the event ran smoothly and that I had everything I needed. I was able to score some "goodies" for you all but we're keeping those a secret - for now!

PS: In keeping with the Bravo theme of the day- after I left the event I headed downtown to Union Square to have lunch with Keith. We ate at Tom Colicchio's "'wichcraft", which was great! After lunch, Keith needed to pick something up at Duane Reade (a drug store chain up in this area.) While I was waiting for him, I saw two guys walk in and I said to Keith, "Oh my God, is that Sam?" Keith yelled out, "Sam!" and it was none other than Top Chef's Season 2's (and guest judge on Season 4) Sam Talbot! Small world!

Click here to see the album of all of Trish's photos. Thanks Trish - you are the BEST!!!



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