Carmen Wagner

New things coming in 2026, the best is yet to come! Thank you for being here and I can’t wait to show you the incredible things coming soon!

🎶 Christmas time is here, families drawing near. Oh, that we could always see, such spirit through the year! Sleigh bells in the air, beauty everywhere. Yuletide by the fireside and joyful memories there🎶

What’s your favorite Christmas song?!

I’ve always wanted kids. Never have I ever thought about my life without them. Time keeps ticking and I’m still praying for them. I know one day my time will be and I want to be ready, but in the meantime I’m waiting. There are days I’m not bothered a bit and there are other days I just ache from the deepest parts of my soul wondering why. I know that’s uncomfortable to read for people who can’t relate but, for those who have been where I am, it’s completely understandable. So many moments in the last year have shaped me and shifted my perspective of my season in waiting, when I have the awareness of women around me walking in a similar season it saddens my heart that I’m not alone. Here are the facts: 1 in 4 couples are affected with infertility and 1 in 8 women have experienced at least one miscarriage. Staggering numbers to read, especially when it’s a subject that is still so uncomfortable to be open and talk about. What I experience to be even more uncomfortable is to admit I am the 1 in both of those statistics. Most people in my everyday life have never experienced either and I’m so grateful for that! The best remedy I’ve found for my weary soul in the times I struggle most are those same people allowing me to love their babies and smothering them with kisses, snuggles, and hugs.

Why am I telling you any of this?! I don’t know what side of the fence you fall on or what path you find yourself walking in but I wanted to make you aware that October is “Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness” Month. I have the thought that you don’t know something you don’t know, and I want everyone to be aware of this incredibly difficult reminder, you truly never know everyone’s situation. Maybe you have a friend who doesn’t feel comfortable sharing or doesn’t know how….here’s your opportunity to {gently} approach her with open arms and listening ears. It’s hard to talk to people who can’t relate or people who always offer solutions as if they haven’t thought of them already. Just listen and love her where she is, show her kindness and support.

Here’s your challenge: Look for the 1…she’s around you.

If you’re the 1? My chair is always open, you’re never alone!

Laughing is one of my absolute favorite parts of life and things to do, with that being said, 2022 has been one of the toughest years of my life and I’ve found it hard to genuinely laugh. Recently, I have started choosing to laugh in-spite of the way I feel. Ever been there? Grief has a funny way of making us isolate and close yourself off to feel alone, doesn’t it?

But we weren’t created to be alone or be isolated. I want to tell you that’s it’s okay to slow down, just don’t stop. It’s okay to take a break, just don’t quit. It’s okay to not be okay, just don’t give up. You’re here on purpose and for a purpose, write it down and put it somewhere you see often. You’re here for a reason, so am I. So here I am telling you the same things I have been telling myself a lot this year and it feels like a bad dream because I can’t believe it’s already October, can you?

I’ve kept myself busy in the salon this summer and had thought I had a healthy relationship with change…but maybe not? Imma all or nothin kinda girl! Anyone else?! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

I’ve found just like the seasons change in rhythms so should we, so here is a tiny glimpse into a few of the changes around the nest!

More to come…
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One of my favorite parts of what I get to do is hand painting…it allows me to paint the canvas of hair any way I want.

So freeing and fulfilling!

My client had never colored her hair and was slightly nervous but wanted to change her hair for the fall, so subtle, sun-kissed, lived-in balayage was perfect.

Whether you’re wanting to transition into the upcoming season or just try something new, make an appointment soon to look + feel your best for the Fall!

Maine.

Mystical and mysterious.

Can’t describe how much beauty is in one place….last few days were the perfect getaway, in the perfect cottage, in a tucked away secret hideaway.

Happy Labor Weekend!

Love how beautiful all my clients are and just had to share some puppy love too!

What’s your plans?

Maybe you know this, maybe you don’t. I love to travel!

Feel deep within my soul, I was born to travel and expose myself to different cultures + experiences. 2020 + 2021 made me wonder if I would ever get to have the freedom to go again…but thankfully through provisions and planning, here we are. I get the distinct honor to travel with my best friend and soulmate…the person God uniquely designed just for me.

Being real…people see us traveling and think we have it all together or we must not have any struggles but that’s just not true. We’re human. We have good days and bad days like any other couple. Marriage is so hard. Having to constantly look out for another person is draining and taxing at times. But I’m a better human because of it. For anyone considering marriage, it’s worth it! Just remember how and why you fell in love + keep Jesus at the center of it all and you will never go wrong! I don’t know who needed to read that, just being obedient to the instinct I had. Let me also say this, mental health is a real thing to address in any relationship you’re in. Depression, anxiety, panic attacks are just a few things that are more common than people want to talk about or associate themselves with but you’re not less than if you relate or struggle with any of these. I do. But it took me a long time to admit, say out loud, and ask for help. You’re not weak when you do ask for help, in fact, you will find freedom on the other side of asking…at least I did. No it’s not a quick fix or even a vanishing act but on the other side of speaking up you will find help. Still a daily battle and mentally draining some days but I have found it to be a soft landing on my worst days when Adam knows what I’m dealing with of feeling less than, not enough, and not good enough.

Am I the only one?
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Mother’s Day is special for so many of us….and whether you are with your Mother today, in mourning of the loss of your Mother, maybe you have bittersweet memories of your Mom, having your own kids now or in waiting to become a Mom, you are a woman who shows, receives, and deserves to be loved today!

Today represents the women of the world who love the young and the old alike!

Happy Mother’s Day to my sweet Momma and allows this day to be a happy celebration of love, life, and laughter! Without her, I wouldn’t be who I am today!

I need vacation ideas?!?!

Help!

It’s the weekend! What’s your plans?