This time of year is always exciting. There is a special holiday spirit in the air that makes us all ready to mingle. We at Glamifornia Style Lounge are really looking forward to this upcoming First Friday to celebrate the start of December. The holidays are upon us and it is the perfect time to scout out your next hair cut or ‘treat yourself’ moment. We will be hosting an event at the style lounge for all of our customers, new and old. Been to one of our First Friday’s before? Bring some friends and receive special deals and discount on services.

There will be music, food, cocktails, and special treats for you to enjoy while you catch up with the Glamifornia Artists. Our first ever First Friday featured the Glamifornia Surfboard in a pop-up photo booth and we are excited to announce that both surfboards will be on display (and for sale!).

Charles Manson was once at the Glamifornia Style Lounge.

It began back in the 1930s, when Malibu was nothing more than a strip of sand. It was an area largely inaccessible until 1929 when Pacific Coast Highway was built. A man named Frederick Rindge owned most of the land. After he died, his widow was forced to subdivide, and in 1926, as homes began to appear, it became known as Malibu Colony. Mrs. Rindge lived in what is now known as the Adamson House and employed 100 people in a small ceramic tile factory. It was ravaged by fire in 1931.

It was such a burgeoning burg that newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst considered building an estate in the area but in 1936 decided against it. An area that was beginning to grow, like any town in the wild west, also needed law enforcement, and so in 1932, construction on a courthouse began.

Originally a single story building, it grew to meet the demands of the expanding town, and soon included a sheriff’s station and a holding cell. The residents of that cell could have included John Dillinger, Bugsy Siegel, and Meyer Lansky. In later years, Charles Manson and his followers could have been housed there.

The courthouse and its jail cell served Malibu until 1990 when it was vacated. But the building got a new lease on life when it became individual spaces for rent.   Guess whose business occupies the part of the Old Malibu Courthouse that also includes that jail cell? My Glamifornia Style Lounge.

It’s one of our many claims to fame. We’re part of history and we’re making history daily. Come see for yourself.

All images are courtesy of pepperdine archives, malibu time archives, etc. For credit please let us know!

Nail art worthy for a museum.

Glamifornia is always on the hunt for the latest trends and creations from artists in Los Angeles and around the world. By bringing you our daily inspiration, you too can stay on top of fashion trends and feel inspired to create new looks. Your style is expressed through every pair of shoes, glasses, hairstyle, handbags, nails, and more. While last year’s trends focused on nudes, shape and length, this year we predict nail art will be about craft! Creative color combinations, textures, patterns and artists illustrations will paint nails of celebrities and fashionista.

Neon/Nude French Tip

Adding a gentle splash of color is a subtle statement look that we are obsessed with for spring. While longer nails are beautiful, they can be tough to maintain. This nail style makes shorter and medium length nails look sophisticated but bright. Perfect for spring, we can’t wait to try different shades of neon pink, orange, blue, and yellow for this manicure.

Color Highlights and Features

Add a playful element to your nails with color highlights and features. Pick a wide range of colors or a pair and alternate highlighting the nail tips and base. You can really get creative with your colors so you don’t have to spend hours at the nail salon trying to decide on a color. We also think using color in a traditional french tip would look cool with one color or a different color for every nail.

Marble Patterns and Metallic Decor

There is something about marble that is so pure and clean looking. We adored the marble phone cases and laptop skins, so it was no doubt that we were going to look this marble pattern for nails! Whether you opt for two nails or all of your nails in this pattern, chances are it will look good. Metallic stripes are another trend we have been seeing more lately. Add one or two stripes per nail for the ultimate look.

Stranger Things

Funky and unusual patterns that show patterns that look like planets, crystals, tie dye and the galaxies are the real show stoppers. With incredibly detail and technique, these nails are for those looking to do something different. Patterns can work on long and short nails.  You can also choose to do a pattern on only half of the nail, which is a nice effect.

Rain Drop, Drop Top

Although we can’t imagine Migos getting this manicure, we thin the name is appropriate. Gentle dots at the base of the nail is an elegant detail that would work for special occasions and affairs. Pairing two contrasting colors, this manicure is regal. Use neutral tones and oval shaped nails for the best results.