Tonie

I know, I know. I swoon a lot. Part of that is just me. I'm hot, I'm cold, and fine, maybe a teensy bit dramatic on occasion. Please don't tell Jason. I've finally gotten him to thinking that I'm normal. Honey, ALL WOMEN have an imaginary break on the passenger side. The other reason is that I just think it's fun. I think people are the most interesting thing that there is. I mean, don't you? And aren't we all especially fascinated by people who do "a good job"? Even if you could care less about what that "job" is. Like I could give two craps about baking a pie. Turn on Paula Deen and you feel like you won't be complete until you roll out some handmade dough. For an entire hour, you'll be planning out all the pies you're going to give out for Christmas presents this year. And as a side note, she also makes me wish I'd been born in Georgia so that my accent would make everything sound delicate. I bet that comes in HANDY.

Anyway, this is how it is with Tonie. Really, I could give two craps about how to cut someone's hair, but she's so into it, that for a few seconds, I will find myself thinking "I could do beauty school at night. I could, I could."

Top Ten Reasons Why I Love Tonie Tonie Tonie. (sorry, I can never say her name without thinking of that old 90's group)

1. When you first meet her, you're really meeting her. You'll see what I mean when you meet her. She's not pretentious.

2. She keeps the conversation flowing, but is not in the least bit offended if you just want to read about Angelina and zone out.

3. She is FAST.

4. She uses lots of different colors. NOT JUST BLEACH. I hate that.

5. If you really want her to only cut a half an inch, she will only cut a half an inch.

6. If you don't know what you want, she can tell you her opinion based on what is right for YOU specifically...like for your face shape, and your lifestyle. Not based on what she's comfortable cutting.

7. She's not easily rattled. Must come in handy with her more dramatic clients.  :0)

8. Her prices are way too low. I actually don't like this about her, because I've paid double for TERRIBLE hair-dos elsewhere and that's just not right. She is way too good for what she charges. BUT, I do know you will like it if you manage to squeeze in with her before she does raise her prices. (And really Tonie, you need to)

9. She uses a razor. And if you are scared by this, don't be. In my experience, the best hairstylists always use a razor. She's not shaving you bald. She's making it lay better.

10. Her cuts are the easiest to style and they last forever.

If you want to get in, call her at (210) 779-4694

And no, I was not paid to say this. And speaking of that, I should just mention that no one on this site pays for being on here. I got an email the other day asking about how much it was. But the people I've listed in the sidebar are all just friends and/or businesses that I personally know, or have worked with. They are all really good people, who just do "good jobs".   :0)   Peace out.

Comments

[Jennifer A.]

If I didn't already have a love affair with my own stylist of 8 years, I would go see Tonie-Tonie-Tonie. And, what a great perspective you have about giving "shout outs" to those who do a good job. In my opinion, you can never give out enough compliments.

[Kal]

Does TONIE, TONIE, TONIE makes house calls to Canada??? ;)

[Ma']

We need to start a 'Ten Top Reasons Why We Love Maile' list.
I'll start...

1: There is a African greeting, "I see you." Maile is a woman who sees. And above that, Maile sees you authentically. As your best self. And she says so.

[Rochelle]

Number 2: Maile is humble. She doesn't realize how talented she is. She uses the Gifts God gives her to better each life she comes in contact with.

[k]

Number 3: She makes you laugh, like the kind of laugh that your stomach hurts two days later from. She's as sharp as anyone on SNL.

[tz]

Number 4: She's the heart and soul of women everywhere.

[Susan N]

Number 5: Her enthusiasm and passion is contagious and an extra...so 5 1/2 --she is so pretty!

[SSH]

Number 6: She has passion and her exuberance is contagious. If you are blessed to be around her she takes you for an enlightened experience. You always leave feeling fulfilled and happy.

[Tomi]

I used to do hair and I love that you are giving your "hair girl" some love. I know that she must SO appreciate it! My salon's name was Curl Up and Dye too- great minds think a like! Her pics are great too by the way! Much love from Burleson Texas!

[Heather Espana]

I'm jealous :). My hairdresser moved out of state and I have still not found a replacement who will brave my massive, frizzy, thick, uber curly head of hair!

[dawn]

Thank god I just had my hair done by her today! Really, today. She was great. And I feel so much better with my new blond highlights.

[Christina]

Does Tonie come to Dallas?!?!? Cuz I sure could use a stylist like her!!

[Melissa]

Number 7: Maile is one of those great friends that even though you haven't seen each other in years it feels like it's only been a couple of weeks since you last saw each other. Miss you Maile! Wish you were closer!

[Melody A.]

Number 8: My girls love her. And children's hearts are so pure that you'd have think they know what's real.

[Anna]

Number 9:
Catching up on her blog is like opening a beautiful present.Every time.