May 2011 Newsletter





May, 2011 Newsletter


WELCOME to StylePraise.com where Sharing is Beautiful!
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Introducing…Our first Stylist of the Month feature with Chicago’s B Bella Salon owner Riadh Bejaoui! B Bella is an Upscale Salon located in the heart of the South Loop in Chicago. It is a full service salon specializing in Hair, Nails, Skin, Waxing and Hair Extensions.



SP: Favorite ice cream flavor?
Riadh: Coffee


SP: Really?! That’s original.
Riadh, SP: [Laughter]


SP: How long has B Bella been open for business?
Riadh: 2 years and some change


SP: And how long have you been a stylist?
Riadh: Since 1998


SP: Where did you receive your training?
Riadh: Pivot Point Beauty School in Evanston, IL


SP: What did you study at university?
Riadh: I majored in Marketing at EHEC (Ecole De Hautes Etudes Commerciales du Nord) in France


SP: And what did you do upon graduation?
Riadh: I started my own advertising company


SP: Wow…didn’t you also play soccer?
Riadh: Yes for 7 years, with the International Tunisia Football (Soccer) Team


SP: So how did you transition from soccer to stylist?
Riadh: I like women (laughs). I think being a hairstylist goes hand-in-hand with marketing. Both allow me to be creative. Styling someone’s hair is an artistic expression.


SP: What has been the hardest thing about becoming an entrepreneur?
Riadh: It’s just a huge responsibility, and along with that can come financial strain – especially when you’re just getting started. The “work” is ongoing work as opposed to being able to leave it at the door. Even when you're not working you're working!


SP: What do you want our readers to know?
Riadh: B Bella is one of the best salons in Chicago. Although we specialize in African American hair, we have a really diverse clientele, top of line products, and top of the line service! Our waxing consultant, Martha is one of the top 2 in Chicago. We offer the advantage of getting all of your beauty and grooming services done at one place. The energy of the staff here is incredible; we don’t treat you like a transaction because we’re not a money-oriented organization. The location is unbeatable with hassle-free parking, and the best pricing in the city. We recently added celebrity make-up artist, Kat DeJesus to the team.


SP: How about those Mother’s Day Specials?
Riadh: We are offering the ‘Pamper Me’, ‘Polish Me’, & ‘Relax Me’ packages for $89 each. Also, for your readers who are 1st time customers, pay at time at appointment (over phone), and mention the StylePraise web site we will offer the following discounted services (for Mother’s Day Weekend):
Brazilian Wax - $35
Wash , Blow Dry - $39
Eyelash extension - $18 (Regular $35)
Full hair extension - $128 (Regular $175 & up)
Eyebrow Threading -$10
Keratin Straightening Treatment - $185 (Regular $350)


SP: Last Question. How did your mom inspire you?
Riadh: People sometimes wonder how I’ve been able to transition from Advertising to sports, to being a hari stylist and eventually an entrepreneur. My mother always taught me that nothing’s impossible -- if you want it you can get it.


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