Lisa And Kira Lisa and Kira have been best friends for over fifteen years. They are both mothers of three, and describe their look as ""disheveled."" They can't remember the last time they had a night on the town with no kids, so their husbands have agreed to throw a fancy dinner party to for them. They would like complete appearance overhauls to show off at The Jefferson, a historic Richmond restaurant, as they celebrate with friends and family.
Rosemary and Theresa Rosemary and Theresa are sisters raised in a traditional Irish-Italian family of 7 children. Rosemary was born exactly one year to the day before her sister, Theresa. She describes her sister as ""my very first birthday present."" They have since celebrated every birthday together. Now, with Theresa approaching 40 and Rosemary turning 41, the women are anxious for a modern look that is appropriate, yet sexy enough to stop traffic.
LeAnn and Laurie Sisters, LeAnn and Laurie, are the best of friends. Laurie is a busy sales representative, while LeAnn doubles as a stay at home mom and part-time babysitter for Laurie's eight-month-old son, Tyler. These conservative sisters are attending a combined 25th/30th birthday party thrown by their parents, and they want to stun their friends and family with a shocking new look.
Vanessa & Phil Vanessa and Phil met six years ago at the fire department where they both volunteered. Their relationship was strictly platonic until two years ago when they realized they were in love. They have since become engaged, and Vanessa is now an EMT at the department where Phil is still a firefighter. The annual fire department banquet is quickly approaching and they are both very anxious to ditch their grungy work-wear for a hot new look.
Blair & Emanuel Blair and Emanuel have been best friends for over 10 years. Blair is a single mom of a two-year-old daughter, Kieran. Emanuel has been instrumental in helping to raise Kieran. Blair describes him as ""the big brother I always wanted."" Blair is planning a surprise party for Emanuel to thank him for all of his help raising Kieran and she thought it would be the perfect opportunity to show off desperately needed new looks to their friends and family.
Ann Louise & Maria Ann Louise and Maria are not only mother and daughter but also best friends. Juggling careers and family has left them both with little time for themselves. For Ann Louise's birthday Maria decided to gather the entire family for a celebration at an upscale Italian restaurant. They can't wait to revamp their dated appearances with a new trendy look.
Colleen & Sheri Colleen and Sheri have been through every phase of life together. Their friendship started playing with Barbies and now, twenty-five years later, they are raising babies. Every year Colleen's family hosts a huge party known as ""Crab Fest."" Friends and family come from near and far to attend the yearly event
Crissy & Jennifer Crissy and Jennifer are sisters, best friends and business partners. They grew up on a farm in rural Ohio, and now own an adoption agency together. This year marks Crissy's 30th birthday and Jennifer is planning an unforgettable party. The sisters are poised to demonstrate to their friends and family that beauty definitely increases with age.
Joanne and Susan When Joanne and Susan met at a martial arts class six years ago there was an instant connection. Since then they have become black belts in karate and best friends. They are attending the annual party at their martial arts school, and these two karate kids don't have a thing to wear. They want to trade in their ""gi"" (karate uniform) and black belt for a hot new look that will make the others sweat.
John Paul & Libby John Paul and Libby were living the wild life and had no interest in getting involved in a serious relationship. That all changed when they met at a local bar and what started as friendship quickly turned to love. Now these party people are ready to settle down and give up the carefree single life as well as their style-free wardrobes. John Paul picked the most romantic night of the year, Valentine's Day, to ask Libby if she will do him the honor of becoming his wife.
Jessica-Rose & Jennifer Jessica-Rose and Jennifer's friendship has endured its share of tests and trials from continental separation to the death of their closest friend. Now living as roommates in New Orleans, these friends are eager to experience the local culture at their Mardi Gras party. Before indulging in the festivities, however, some Cajun spice needs to be added to their mild style.
Michelle & Jennifer Drawn together by their cultural similarities, best friends Michelle and Jennifer were both raised in traditional Chinese families. This year for the Chinese New Year, the friends decided they wanted to share their cultural celebration with their non-Chinese husband, boyfriend and friends. Michelle and Jennifer's New Year's resolution is to dump their conservative digs and ring in ""The Year of the Snake"" with a sexy new look.
Catherine & Diana Catherine and Diana spend most of their time in a chlorine-filled pool under the hot sun. They work together as dolphin trainers at a theme park and have become best friends. While they love their job, in the past few years their appearance has pretty much dried up. These two want to take a break from swimming with their flippered friends and get dolled up for a night on the town to celebrate their birthdays.
Gerald & Geri Dr. Gerald Harris and his daughter Geri have an extremely close father and daughter relationship. This year Dr. Harris is turning 50 and is starting to experience the ""old age"" jitters. Geri feels that an updated style will be ""just what the doctor ordered"" to calm his fears and get him out of his signature suit and tie. Friends and family will be on hand to celebrate this milestone birthday and brand new looks for both dad and his doting daughter.
Tammy & Debbie Identical twins Tammy and Debbie have done everything exactly alike their whole lives. They dress alike, talk alike, and even have the same major at Kent State University. Now they are both about to receive a great honor — induction into the Golden Key National Honors Society. These brainy beauties want to show up to receive their award looking 100% different!
Melinda & Carla Friends Melinda and Carla prove that ""you can't judge a book by its cover."" On the outside they appear to be the typical teachers, but underneath their scholarly image lies a wild side that is rarely seen by anyone but each other. Soon Melinda will be moving to Hawaii, but before she leaves the friends are throwing one last bash to say goodbye in style. The friends cannot wait to see the shock on their friends and husbands faces when they finally put their books aside and unleash their wild and sexy side.
Tammy & Steve Husband and wife Steve and Tammy Adams consider themselves to be soul mates. This year marks the tenth anniversary of their marriage as well as the long awaited completion of Steve's electrical training. The couple is assembling an extensive list of family and friends to help celebrate this momentous event. Steve and Tammy believe an electric new look will be the perfect spark for the occasion.
Kate & Mariana Friends, Kate and Mariana, have dedicated a year of their lives building houses for the underprivileged as volunteer workers for Habitat for Humanity. Their days are spent at construction sites pounding nails and hauling wood. As a reward for their efforts, they have been invited to one of Habitat for Humanity's gala fundraising events. The invitation has left them mystified as to how they can change themselves from dirty to divas. The friends need to ditch their ripped jeans and t-shirts to construct a new look that will be sure to raise the roof.
Mary, Becky & Nomi College roommates Mary, Becky and Nomi found each other by chance at McGill University in Montreal. All mechanical engineering majors, the girls have become the best of friends. The department is holding their annual formal banquet to cap off another successful year and the ladies want to switch style gears and show up with a dynamic new look!
Lisa & Rebekah Lisa and Rebekah spend most of their time with their nose in a book. They have endured the trials and triumphs of Notre Dame Law School together from orientation to their upcoming graduation. Before these friends fully turn their attention to the bar exam, they need to make a transformation from studious to stylish for the annual Notre Dame Law Ball. Can these future lawyers attain a look that will exceed the legal limits?
Jessica & Casey Jessica and Casey are always together and always full of energy. Their fellow ROTC members at University of Pennsylvania have nicknamed them the ""dynamic duo."" While getting an Ivy League education, these girls find time for volleyball, ballroom dancing, shooting with the rifle club, and many other activities. What they don't have time for is style. They want to do a fashion about face and walk into the ROTC ball in style.
Caroline & Nancy French-Canadian cousins Caroline and Nancy have been best friends for as long as they can remember. Their shared passion for French culture has brought them closer but has had little affect on their fashion sense. For Nancy's 30th birthday the cousins want to be all the rage with their friends and family as they trade in their blah blue jeans for trendy threads.
Christine & Rose Christine and Rose are unlikely friends. Christine dated Rose's uncle for 8 years and during that time the women became very close. When that relationship ended, Christine and Rose remained best friends and they still are today. Not much has changed during their ten-year friendship, including their style. Christine and Rose want to turn some heads and wow friends and family with a daring new look at Christine's upcoming birthday party in downtown Boston.
Cara & Alison Best friends and Jewish scholars, Cara and Alison, believe that it was their fate to meet and become friends. Since moving to Boston a couple of months ago they have established themselves within the Jewish community. The ""new kids on the block"" are now preparing for the largest Jewish event of the year, the Young Leadership Gala. With little experience in glamour, the friends are desperate for a Cinderella look that might help them find their own Prince Charming.
Mikaela & Danielle Mikaela and Danielle were randomly placed together as roommates at University of Maryland four years ago. Since then they have studied together, laughed together, cried together and even toured Europe together during a semester abroad. Now that they are graduating seniors, these best friends feel there is no better time to reinvent their casual college look and show up as the belles of the ball at the upcoming Calvert Cotillion.
Laura & Terry Laura Hudson is a working mother of two with an extra style obstacle. She has no hair and has been wearing a wig since she was nine years old. She and her husband Terry work for a music management company and several artists they represent are nominated for awards at this year's Dove Awards, which honors Christian and Gospel music. This is the first time they will be attending as industry professionals, and Laura and Terry want to look like they fit right in with the Nashville music nobility.
Scott & Debbie Scott and Debbie have been a couple for five years. They share a deep love for each other as well as outdoor adventure. When it comes to their appearances, however, their sense of adventure stalled in the early eighties. Now for Debbie's 50th birthday her children have planned a surprise party, but Debbie will have a surprise of her own when she and Scott show up in high-style attire.
Joelle & LaTrelle Friends Joelle and LaTrelle work together at a pediatric dental office in Louisville, Kentucky. Every year for the Kentucky Derby the co-workers attend a ""Derby Eve"" party with their friends and family. The co-workers daily attire of whimsical dental scrubs may appeal to their pint-sized patients, but will not mix well with the high style Derby crowd. The stakes are high as the friends race to find a winning style.
Christine & Dionne Best friends Christine and Dionne have been making plans for Dionne's wedding for months. Soon after Dionne's big day, Christine will be following suit with nuptials of her own. Now that Dionne's wedding is a mere weeks away, the ladies feel it's time to put down the bridal planner and hit the town for a swinging bachelorette party. The only thing missing is a hip, stylish new look to help the ladies say goodbye to the single life!
Husband and wife, Gina and Mark, met thirteen years ago in a college acting class. They soon found themselves in the starring role of their own dramatic love story. Their drama continues to unfold as they attempt to recreate the magic of their wedding day for their tenth wedding anniversary. They have gathered a supporting cast of friends and family but what they are missing is the beauty and perfect look that they had ten years ago. Can they achieve the show-stopping looks that they once had?
Sisters Syreeta and Monique have seen a lot of tragedy in their young lives, but they have never let it get them down. Syreeta is now a youth counselor helping troubled teens in North Philadelphia while her younger sister Monique is about to graduate from Florida A&M University. These sisters want to celebrate their latest accomplishment by having a big party where they will make a grand entrance with glamorous new looks.
Tracey & Jodi U.S. Air Force Officers Tracey and Jodi became friends the instant they met at Scott Air Force Base almost a year ago. They share the same passions and dreams and are extremely grateful to have found each other in the male dominated environment in which they work. Tracey has recently been promoted to Captain, and to celebrate this remarkable accomplishment Jodi is throwing her a congratulatory party. The ladies would like to walk in to the event and shock their friends and coworkers with their much more feminine fashion.
Dick & Barbara Dick and Barbara Moore have been married for almost 30 years. They say the secret to their marriage is spontaneity and a life full of surprises. Their 21-year-old daughter Kasey is following that guideline, and planning a surprise 30th anniversary party for the couple where they will flaunt their sexy new styles for family, friends, and most importantly, each other.
Melissa & Michelle Melissa and Michelle met a year ago when they were drafted by the Philadelphia Charge to play in the brand new women's professional soccer league. They've become best friends, roommates and two key players on this first place team. The two MVP's might be making headlines on Sportscenter,, but need A Makeover Story to help them trade in their sneakers and ponytails for high heels and high fashion!
Sheryl & Jenifer Friends and neighbors Sheryl and Jenifer are longing for a reason to dress up and strut their stuff. Both career women and mothers, these ladies don't have much time or energy to spend on their look. Sheryl's birthday is coming up and the ladies' husbands have offered to plan a blowout Cajun style party to celebrate. Can these double duty moms show up to the big night in sophisticated style?
Jessica & Alan Newlyweds Jessica and Alan didn't have a traditional wedding reception when they married just four months ago. After the ceremony they grabbed a quick dinner, saw a movie, and went home. They have been content looking ""shabby chic,"" minus the ""chic."" Now the couple is having a party to celebrate their marriage the right way. They want to look and feel young, vibrant and sexy again for their belated wedding reception.
Alison & Carol Best friends Alison and Carol have spent the last 20 years working together as cocktail servers at the Claridge Casino in Atlantic City. Throughout those years, two things have remained consistent - their friendship and their styles. To toast their twentieth anniversary, Alison and Carol's fellow co-workers are gathering for a night of food and fun. The friends want to shed their timeworn ways and step into twenty-first century style!
Jasmine & Raina Best friends, mothers and tap dancers, Jasmine and Raina, have known each other since they met as four-year-olds in dance class. Within the last several years, both of the friends have gotten married, given birth to daughters and become stay-at-home moms. Now, the friends are planning a combined wedding anniversary party with their husbands and friends. For their romantic evening the friends want to dance out of their sweatpants and into a dramatically dashing style.
Andrea & Keri Andrea and Keri are finally about to say goodbye to long lectures and all night cram sessions at the University of Toronto's School of Law. They are both graduating this summer after spending the past four years together as roommates and becoming best friends. The women are planning a party to celebrate their freedom from higher education and to give them an excuse to shed those hooded sweatshirts and track pants in exchange for high heels and high-fashion.
Laurel & Lisa Best friends Laurel and Lisa have a bond that most young women their age do not. Lisa helped Laurel battle thyroid cancer. Laurel is about to reach the six-year cancer-free mark - the mark that doctors feel signifies complete remission. These college co-eds want to forget about radiation, X-rays and doctor visits and focus on being young and having fun! They want to shock their loved ones with new looks for a new lease on life.
Kari & Katrina Kari and Katrina are sisters and best friends. They are about as close as two people can get, having shared every life experience from childhood through marriage and motherhood. Another bond the two share is their intense love for sports and a style that shows it. For their joint birthday party this year, the sisters have invited all of their friends and family to help them celebrate. Katrina and Kari want to take a timeout from their tomboyish ways and score big with a brand new style!
Cathy & Caroline Cathy and Caroline met on a construction site where they both work as administrative assistants. Their work environment consists of men in hard hats, heavy machinery, dirt and rubble. The ladies are planning a joint birthday party at their summer beach house in a few weeks and are desperate for a new look. Will they be willing to bulldoze their old style and allow fashion experts to reconstruct their image?
Debbie and Cheri are mother and daughter, best friends, marital arts partners and entrepreneurs. This year marks the one-year anniversary of the opening of Cheri's marital arts studio. To celebrate her accomplishments, the mother-daughter duo has planned a banquet with all of Cheri's students, friends and family. Now all Debbie and Cheri need is to kick their old style habits for knockout looks.
Lori & Lisa Best friends and mothers, Lori and Lisa, have recently been reminded how fragile life can be. At the age of 32, Lori was diagnosed with a serious form of cervical cancer. With the love and support of her husband and her best friend Lisa, she survived and is now healthier than she has ever been. Lori has been training for months to compete in a triathlon to raise money for cancer research. Lisa is throwing her a party to celebrate this remarkable achievement, and both Lori and Lisa want to show up looking like new women.
Erin & Faith Childhood friends Erin and Faith have been together through a lot of life's stages. From burping their baby dolls to neighborhood cheerleading to the milestone they are about to reach - their thirtieth birthdays. Born only one day apart, Faith and Erin share their star sign and think of each other as the ""twins of Gemini."" To celebrate the day, these young mothers are planning a joint party and will show up with a fantastic new looks that will make them feel like teenagers again.
Rick & Lisa A struggling actor's life in New York City is not easy. Pounding the pavement, cattle casting calls, and rejection are all part of the daily routine. Husband and wife, Rick and Lisa, are glad they don't have to do it alone. These talented and accomplished young actors have been living in NYC for a few years now, but still don't have the New York look. They want to get an edgy, sexy city look and show it off to friends and family at their upcoming holiday party.
Amy & Jason Husband and wife Amy and Jason have been together for nine wonderful years. Since the birth of their first child, the couple has recently returned to their hometown in New Jersey. To toast the couple's return, their family and old friends are throwing them a welcome home party. Now the couple is scrambling to put together a look that will impress at their long awaited reunion.
Sean and his wife Michelle had been trying to conceive a child for eight years. Finally their patience has paid off and they are expecting a new addition to their family in a just a few short months. Sean is senior pastor of a church in Philadelphia, and his anniversary at the church is approaching. Michelle and the members of the church are having a party in his honor, and the couple wants to show up looking as great as they feel!
Jennifer & Christian Best friends Jennifer and Christian have been growing out their hair for the past several months to donate to the charity Locks of Love. They are a little nervous about having all their hair cut off, but they know it is for a good cause. The women have many events to celebrate recently, and decided to combine them into one big celebration at Jennifer's new house. They will unveil their new looks to friends and family and have an extra surprise in store for the partygoers as well!
Tom & Christie After backpacking through South and Central America together for several months, boyfriend and girlfriend Tom & Christie feel their relationship is stronger than ever. Being together non-stop for such a long period of time has allowed them to really get to know each other. Seeing each other dirty, unshowered and wearing the same shirt every day for 2 weeks has forced them to really get to know each other. Now these tattered travelers are home and are planning a get-together with family and friends to celebrate. They want to get a complete overhaul of their look so they can fit in with their contemporaries in stylish San Francisco.
Ingrid & Weslie A head chef at a fine dining restaurant and a freight train conductor may not appear to have a lot in common, but don't be fooled by first impressions. Best friends, Ingrid and Weslie, have many similarities. These independent and successful women have everything going for them in their careers, and nothing going for them in their closets. They need help shedding their daily uniform mentality and getting sexy for Ingrid's birthday bash at a trendy Fresno restaurant.
Sharon & Stacey Sharon is a wife, a mother of two teenagers, an author and a volunteer at her church. She is also confined to a wheelchair from the effects of Multiple Sclerosis. Stacey is a college freshman who thinks the world of her mother. Together they want to leave behind their boring look and go for something glamorous to show off at Sharon's birthday celebration.
Alana & Amy Alana and Amy met the first day of college at Penn State University and have been inseparable ever since. They are roommates and best friends, and share practically everything. One thing they can't wait to share is their 21st birthday celebration. The girls are traveling to Philadelphia to celebrate the occasion, and Alana and Amy want to make this special night even more memorable with famous new looks. Alana wants to lose the dreadlocks she's had for almost 15 years while Amy tries to shed her ""ultimate prep"" image for the big night.
Julie & Courtnie The life of a military wife is not always easy. Best friends, Julie and Courtnie, can relate since they are both wives of members of the United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps. One perk that the women look forward to every year is the USMC Birthday Ball. They need a little help transforming themselves from ""boring and plain"" moms to beautiful belles of the ball for this special night.
Melissa & Christina Best friends Melissa and Christina have a lot of differences. One is fearless, and the other is cautious. One is ""girly,"" and the other is anything but feminine. One is a police officer, and the other is a stay at home mom. What they have in common, however, is a strong friendship and a neglected style. These lovely ladies want to undergo complete transformations in hair and wardrobe to show off at Christina's upcoming birthday bash so they both can turn some heads.
Geri & Paula Dental assistants Geri and Paula have a lot in common, including a boring, conservative look. The women and their husbands have been great friends for a few years now, and they feel it is time for a big style shake up. Paula and Geri both have birthdays around the holidays, so they decided a joint party would be the perfect time to show off their new look. Friends, family and coworkers will gather to witness these conservative gals turn into daring divas.
Beth & Dan Beth and Dan got married on the beach on Christmas Eve, 1994. Their marriage has been like a honeymoon ever since. When they decided to expand their family with children, they felt adoption was the best choice. Their family now includes siblings Jacob and Kaley, two abandoned African American babies who had many health problems and not much of a chance. Dan and Beth welcomed them into their home and into their hearts. Now the newly expanded family has a holiday party coming up, and they want to shock each other, family and friends with cool, stylish new looks.
Marianne & Paul Fiancés Marianne and Paul seem to be complete opposites. Marianne is a conservative reinsurance agent and Mark a scruffy, longhaired trucking supervisor. This unlikely couple actually has many things in common including a desperate need for a complete style overhaul. Now Paul's sister is getting married and is begging Paul to clean up his ""motorcycle man"" look for her wedding. To grant his sister's request Paul is throwing her a pre-wedding celebration in which he and Marianne plan to shock the family with their stylish sides.
Trading Spaces carpenters Amy Wynn Pastor and Ty Pennington will trade their tool belts for trendy tresses and formal wear when they present at the 29th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California. Amy Wynn and Ty take the opportunity to replace sawdust with stardust as Ricci DeMartino and Jose Eber salon build brand new looks for the occasion.
Julie & Joan Best friends and business partners, Patricia and Laurie, work in a business where looks matter. Patricia is a Celtic singer/songwriter and Laurie is her manager. The two spend most of their days in their home office sending out press packs and working on other marketing projects. When performances come along, and they have to look dazzling, they don't always measure up. Now Patricia has been nominated for a prestigious music award, and the women are throwing a party to celebrate. A Makeover Story helps the women tune their fashion act so they can make the right impression on their big night.
Sheri & Barb Best friends Sheri and Barb met in a junior high drama class 15 years ago. One a nurse and the other a lab technician, the women spend their days in either scrubs or lab coats. With the help of Focus, Petite Collection, and Eveline Charles Salon and Spa, Sheri and Barb shed their sterile looks for their swanky 30th birthday bash with friends and loved ones.
Monica & Daniel Monica's 30th birthday was the last thing on Monica and Daniel's minds when tragedy struck their small family. The married couple suffered the loss of one of their premature twins two days after the babies were born. Their surviving baby, Anna, had many complications. As a result, Monica's birthday came and went as they stayed with her in the hospital. One year later, baby Anna is doing well and they finally have a chance to celebrate Monica's 30th — on her 31st birthday. Daniel throws a well-deserved birthday bash where they celebrate with a long overdue change in style thanks to Waterstreet Station, Belk Store and The Waterfront Salon & Spa.
Nancy & Maria Sisters and best friends, Nancy and Maria, ventured from Bolivia, South America to the U.S. to attend college. Today, the ladies call America home. Since starting their own families, both women fell into a ""mom"" rut — constantly wearing jeans, sweats and ponytails. Belleza, Sarah Campbell Dresses, Nine West and Luxe Salon help these South American sisters recapture the sexy style they once had so they can strut their stuff at Nancy's 35th birthday party.
Misty & Ryan Husband and wife Misty and Ryan have finally hit a fashion breaking point. After nine years together, the couple still sports a strictly ""metal head"" look. Ryan, a drummer in a local band, and Misty, his devoted groupie, decide it is time to do away with their 1980's rock star hair styles. HUGO Hugo Boss, Van Cleve Collection, Calista Grand Salon & Spa and Marwyn's Shoes help them look rock star glam as Ryan prepares to perform with his band at a local hot spot to celebrate Misty's 33rd birthday.
Heather & Alena Heather and Alena met when they moved next door to each other in Mesa, Arizona a few years ago. Shortly after meeting, they realized they had grown up less than 15 minutes from each other in Utah. These women are now best friends and practically inseparable. Both are members of the Mormon religion and are very active in their church. After a visit to Dillard's and Tiffany's Fine Salon & Day Spa, these Mormon moms arrive at Alena's 30th birthday party and wow their husbands, friends and family with hip new looks.
Brittain & Jennifer Best friends Brittain and Jennifer have known each other since nursery school. They lived next door to each other for many years and were college roommates. After college, Jennifer moved and lived across the country for four years, but they worked hard at maintaining their bond. Now, Jennifer and her husband have moved back home and the women are reunited. Brittain and Jennifer's husbands plan a special night out to celebrate Valentine's Day. The ladies visit Rexer-Parkes, Almanac and Dobel Salon — Spa to look extra special for their big night out.
Adriana & Aimee Roommates and best friends Adriana and Aimee enjoy being young and single in suburban Philadelphia. Their only problem is their old, boring look. Adriana is confined to an all-black wardrobe, while Aimee looks like she is on her way to church. ME & Blue, Adresse, B Stylish Shoe Boutique and Salon Jean Raymond help these women shed their stilted style. After their makeover, they spend Valentine's Day flaunting their heart-stopping new looks with a fantastic girls' night out with their single friends
Lea Ellen & Christine Sometimes the hand of fate is too strong to be ignored. Lea Ellen and Christine were each on their honeymoons in Aruba when they were seated at tables next to each other in a restaurant. Their conversation revealed that they lived just minutes from each other back home in New Jersey, and had many other similarities, including their wedding day. Since then, they have become great friends and celebrate their anniversaries together each year. This year, they turn to Intrigue Inc., The Velvet Slipper and Metreopolis Spa & Salon for spectacular new looks that will make their husbands salivate when they meet them at a fabulous dinner party.
Dagmar & Judi Best friends and mothers, Dagmar and Judi, have a hobby that many moms don't share. They like to put on leather from head to toe (including a special hat that holds their long hair back) and hop on a hog — their beloved Harley Davidson motorcycles. Judi turns 40 this month and is not happy about it. To cheer her up, Dagmar plans a fancy surprise party where friends will come from as far as Australia to celebrate the occasion. Their friends fawn over the ladies' hot new ""leather-less"" looks provided by Maternally Yours, Potpourri, Stan Milton Salon, PURSENALITY, and Rack Room Shoes.
Carol & Tiea One of the passions that bond Carol and Tiea, co-workers at the Morris Animal Refuge in Philadelphia, is their love of animals. Both women spend so much time caring for their families, pets and animals at the shelter that they don't spend a second caring about their appearance. Both women rely on barrettes and ponytail holders as their only accessories, and live in sweats, T-shirts and sneakers. Now, the women are attending the ""FurBall Gala"" — a fancy affair held annually to raise money for the shelter. Thanks to JOSEPHINE SASSO, Lizelle's, Nine West and Ettoré European Salon & Spa, Carol and Teia abandon their mangy style and adopt spectacular new looks!
Lisa & Pamela The Ann Arbor Film Festival is a very prestigious event in the independent film community. Lisa and Pamela are volunteers for the festival for the second year in a row. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the festival, and they are having a gala to kick off festival week. With the help of Vintage to Vogue, Voila, Nine West and Salon XL Color & Design Group, Lisa and Pamela show up at the cocktail reception with new looks and hope that their loyal friends and fans give them two thumbs up!
Ann & Tammy Mother and daughter, Ann and Tammy, embrace their Irish roots. Ann is a dual citizen of both America and Ireland and has passed on her love of the Emerald Isle to her five children. The family has a huge celebration every year on St. Patrick's Day complete with: green bread, Guinness beer, corned beef and cabbage and every other imaginable Irish staple. Lucky Ann and Tammy find LeSalon Paul Morey and Jeri Rice's expertise as valuable as a pot of gold when they get fantastic new looks for the party that will make them the talk of the town!
Karen & Kay Karen and Kay work together in the improvisational/sketch comedy group Second City. They recently relocated from Chicago to trendy, flashy Las Vegas, and feel their look is still too ""Midwestern."" The one-year anniversary party of Second City Las Vegas is quickly approaching. Stash, Musette, Hot Foot and William Whatley International Salon stylists recreate these funny friends' style to fit in with their new ""Sin City"" surroundings.
Greg & Augustina Ski instructors, Greg and Augustina, have braved the slopes together as co-workers for five years. In that time, they developed a strong friendship, but absolutely no style. As unofficial social coordinators for their fellow ski instructors, they have planned a party but have nothing but ski suits to wear. Thanks to Hildegard's, Pitkin County Dry Goods, Salon Tullio and Town & Country Optical, Greg and Augustina ditch their ski bum look and shock their friends and co-workers with chic new styles.
Carolyn & Cathy Sisters Carolyn and Cathy are very competitive, as many siblings are. The only difference between them and typical sisters is that they compete against each other on national television. Both women have been professional bowlers on the PWBA (Professional Women's Bowling Association) tour for more than ten years. This year, Carolyn won the highest honor in women's bowling — Bowler of the Year. Cathy is a commentator for bowling tournaments on ESPN. Their mother is throwing a big party to celebrate the accomplishments of both daughters in their hometown of Linden, New Jersey. HUGO Hugo Boss and DEPASQUALE THE SPA prepare Carolyn and Cathy for the party with stunning new looks that score high with family and friends.
Carol & Beth Carol and Beth are recent college graduates who decided to give a year of service to the community through the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. Their $80/month stipend doesn't leave them much money to spend on their hair or clothing. Carol and Beth are planning a fundraising event for the charity Locks of Love and want to donate their long hair to the cause. Girlfriends, Vergotis, Zelda's Shoe Bar and Dosha Salonspa help them find a way to still look fantastic after they give away most of the beautiful hair they have had their whole lives!
Amy & Debbie Last fall, best friends Amy and Debbie decided that for their 40th birthdays they would treat themselves to a walk across the state of Massachusetts. Their hike raised over $21,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Boston. These low-maintenance ladies are now attending the annual Make-A-Wish Foundation gala. Suzanne, Cuoio and James Joseph Salon make their makeover wish come true as they prepare to walk into the gala looking like brand new women!
Kathy & Amanda Kathy is the opposite of her daughter Amanda in many ways. Kathy loves the theater, is a former Miss Utah and practices magic. Amanda loves horses and animals, and is in school to be a veterinarian. But what these women do share in common is their mutual love and appreciation of each other's differences. Richelle's Shoes and Designer Fashions and Finnish Touch Day Spa give Kathy the perfect gift for her upcoming birthday party — a fantastic new look for both herself and Amanda.
Bryan & Mary Bryan and Mary are about to graduate from the Master's of Fine Arts program at the University of Massachusetts. These fine art friends are great supporters of each other and often spend long days together in their adjacent art studios. As Bryan and Mary's graduate program comes to an end, it is time for them to display their work at a final thesis exhibition and reception. Bryan and Mary allow Taylor Men, Taylor Women and Puffer's Salon & Day Spa to reinvent their sloppy looks in preparation for this big night in their careers.
Sheri & Nancy Sheri and Nancy have been best friends since they met in graduate school. Never lacking in motivation, these two single professionals enjoy the art of healthy eating and have even acquired their own televised cooking class. Their show, Natural Foods, is approaching its second season, and Sheri and Nancy stir up the single scene with sassy new looks provided by Inguz, Scarlett, Nine West and OMG salon.
Tracey & Stacey Aside from sharing the day they were born, twin sisters Tracey and Stacey share many things. Since their birthday falls on Cinco de Mayo, the ladies are planning a Mexican-themed party with decorations and food that will make them feel like they are South of the Border. With the help of stores Wish, Looks, Moxie, ALDO and Gino salon, these Boston beauties welcome their thirties with hip new looks.
Joe & Maria Brother and sister, Joe and Maria, have gone from being mortal enemies to best friends. They live right next door to each other, and Joe is a wonderful uncle to Maria's two children. Both Joe and Maria have long, curly, out of control hair and a sloppy style. The whole family has been bugging Joe to cut his crazy hair for years, and he is finally ready to do it. Jill Anderson, Ari and Rumor Salon help them top each other's drastic changes. The siblings unveil their much-anticipated new look to family and friends at Joe's 30th birthday party.
Ty and Amy Wynn Are Transformed on A Makeover Story! Trading Spaces carpenters Amy Wynn Pastor and Ty Pennington will trade their tool belts for trendy tresses and formal wear when they present at the 29th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California. Amy Wynn and Ty take the opportunity to replace sawdust with stardust as Ricci DeMartino and Jose Eber salon build brand new looks for the occasion. Their entire transformation was captured by A Makeover Story
Nicholas & Jennifer Husband and wife Nicholas and Jennifer draw on their talents as performers to turn ordinary youngsters into gifted artists. The performing partners created ""Art From the Heart"" studios in Orlando, Florida as an outlet for youth who want to learn how to sing and dance. So much time goes into changing lil' ones lives that they have no time for themselves. This year is the couples' 12th wedding anniversary and Jacobson's and Amici Salon & Spa create dazzling new looks that deserve a standing ovation.
Conrad & Michelle Conrad and Michelle have spent two years in the West Indies studying medicine. What started as an innocent friendship between fellow medical students soon blossomed into a heart-stopping romance. As they return to the states, Conrad plans to pop the question to his soul mate after New York Trends, Braddock's INC. and Avanti Salon & Spa transform them from seashore scrubs to sophisticated suburbanites.
Cynthia & Jenny Cynthia Digulimio will transform into Cynthia Dawson for the first time on stage as she debuts her original songs as a guest performer at the S.T.A.R.R.S. Showcase, a convention for artists and industry professionals. After performing at the showcase last year as a contestant, the judges have invited her back as a guest performer. Cynthia's cousin, Jenny Chestnut, has been by her side every step of the way. TUNI'S, Jacobson's, and Salon Salon take their styles from rags to riches as they prepare to impress industry executives with their talents and stunning new looks.
Jeff & Jean Jeff and Jean practice much more than dentistry. Raising two young sons in Philadelphia, they find it imperative to find hope in the city's youth by holding various contests that seek to prove that young people still do care. The dental duo spends so much time running their respective practices, supporting their sons and serving others they rarely get the chance to look in a mirror. As they prepare to celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary, the couple braces themselves for their family's reactions to the new looks created by Sterling's Boutique, Savioni, Optometric Eyecare and Hello Gorgeous.
Mary & Denise Mary and Denise found friendship among the stacks of the Northeast Regional Library in Philadelphia while working in the library's children's department together. They, along with co-workers and library supporters, will attend the prestigious 75th Anniversary Celebration of the Central Library of the Free Library of Philadelphia. There, they will meet R.L. Stine, the world-famous children's author. Thanks to LeeHee Fai and Signatures Hair of Philadelphia, these lively librarians wow their co-workers with new beautiful images that make everyone whisper.
Kristen & Amy Comedians Kristen and Amy met and bonded four years ago as founders and cast members of the improvisational comedy group Improv Asylum. The group began with humble beginnings, playing in small venues to even smaller audiences. Today, the group performs in front of sold-out crowds and has moved to a larger Boston Theatre District location to accommodate the growth. These funny friends have quit their day jobs to seriously pursue comedy, so Grettaluxe and Dellaria Salon provide new looks to match their new careers.
Jennifer & Matthew Last September, Jennifer and Matthew exchanged vows in front of tearful family and friends and enjoyed an elegant evening of wedded bliss just the way Matthew always wanted. Everyone there saw it happen, but unbeknownst to the couple, the wedding wasn't official. One day during tax season, they discovered that because they neglected to submit their marriage license, they were not actually married. Since the discovery, Jennifer is taking the opportunity to re-live her wedding, but her way this time. The couple, one a former Gothic, and the other just clueless about fashion, gets a second chance at fashion thanks to Ultimo, Mark Shale and Salon and Spa Blue as they prepare for their semi-formal, second-chance wedding.
Julie & Jennifer For medical residents Julie and Jennifer, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Residents' Ball in Philadelphia will be a time of endings and beginnings. The gala is a time to say farewell to the people that have been their family at H.U.P. For Jennifer, the ball will signify the success of her first year as a resident, as she welcomes incoming interns that will take her place. Julie will say goodbye as she graduates from the four-year residency program to venture into private practice. Thanks to Nicole Miller, Lele, Nine West and OGGI Salon & Spa they will take off their scrubs and slip into evening gowns to dance the night away with friends and loved ones.
Kathleen & Bridget Sisters Kathleen and Bridget turned their tassels this May and accepted their diplomas with grace — only Kathleen's was from college and Bridget's was from high school. These scholastic sisters look forward to furthering their educations and would like new looks appropriate for their new phases in life. Their family will throw a joint graduation celebration in their honor, and Betsey Johnson, Intermix, and Panico Salon & Spa give them looks that are the top in class and style.
Kerrie & Norma Good friends are hard to find. That's why Kerrie and Norma have held on to their friendship for more than 37 years. As best buddies since the first grade, these ladies haven't changed a thing about their friendship or their appearance. With their 25th high school reunion approaching, Grettacole helps them shock their classmates with a change in look and style!
Christine & Karen Christine and Karen chose rags over riches when their husbands decided to pursue seminary. The spiritual rewards have made their sacrifices worthwhile, but the ladies have had to pare down their lives to the bare essentials. To help their husbands pursue their studies, these housewives will once again enter the workforce. Karen will begin teaching French to missionaries relocating to French-speaking countries and Christine will teach high school history and philosophy. With the help of Luna and Austral Salon, they revive their pre-seminary sense of style for their ""Back to School"" celebration
Marni & Benjamin Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus Clown Marni Sussman will attend the Los Angeles wrap party for the show with her boyfriend, Ringling Brothers Associate Production Manager Benjamin Lembree. Because they spend most of their time in costumes and business suits, they only have wigs, large red shoes and foam noses in their closets to choose from. With the help of Kenneth Cole and Privé Salon, they get the greatest makeovers on earth.
Jessica & Tamara Jessica and Tamara have had a healthy dose of loving sibling rivalry for most of their lives. Little sister Jessica will finally get her chance to shine as she prepares to go to Mexico for a year to teach the fourth grade. Jessica and Tamara get new unique looks for Jessica's bon voyage party in Red Bank, NJ. Nove and Avanti Salon & Spa help them say ""Adios"" to their old looks and ""Hello"" to great style.
Cindy & Bill Former hippies, Cindy and Bill, have come to the realization that they should join everyone else in the new millennium. Although their spirits remain the same as they were during the ""Summer of Love"" in 1967, they're ready to trade their long hair and Grateful Dead T-shirts for classy couture as they celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary at a posh restaurant in Philadelphia. Jones New York, Brooks Brothers, Aldo and Salon L'Etoile provide the groovy new looks.
Liz & Meredith Assistant Basketball Coaches Liz and Meredith are glad they found friendship under the hoop. What started out as a kind mentor-protégée relationship has turned into a professional coaching friendship that has taken them to two universities together. Both ladies were assistant coaches at their alma mater, Hofstra University, and are now celebrating their new coaching jobs at West Point Military Academy. Marianne Novobatzky, Nine West and John Barrett Salon help the women retire their jerseys for a day to add a feminine touch to their style as they celebrate in New York City.
Lauren & Jamie Lauren and Jamie are having the time of their lives at their south Jersey shore beach house in Sea Isle City, NJ. But all of their fun-in-the-sun has left them with frizzy hair and unsightly tan lines. The women turn to Macy's and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa to get refreshed looks for the end-of-summer beach bash in Sea Isle before they dive back into work this Fall.
Geri & Tinabeth Aspiring actors Geri and Tinabeth have been fans of James Bond films for years. Now, Boudoir and Louis Licari give them the chance to fulfill their life-long fantasy of becoming ""Bond Girls"" as Revlon holds a James Bond party in their honor at Revlon headquarters in New York City.
Laura & Micki Best friends and sisters-in-law, Laura and Micki, have known each other for 21 years. Laura so enjoyed spending time with her pal that she married Micki's brother, and now lives only thirteen blocks away. Both are former amateur models, but their lives have become too busy these days to worry about their looks. Sugarpoppy, Nine West and 77 Maiden Lane Salon & Spa get them out of their T-shirts and slippers and into some trendy hairstyles and duds for Laura's 30th birthday bash in San Francisco, CA.
Belfast Biker Goes to the Burbs Irish Folk Singer Andrew traveled the globe for years before finally settling in Montreal, QC to start a family. Along the way, he made many valuable friends, but was unable to visit because of the distance. He anxiously awaits a reunion with these friends after almost five years apart. Unfortunately, neither he nor his wife has changed a bit since they saw them last. Thanks to Muse, Kamkyl's designer Douglas Mandel and Tonic Salon and Spa, he and his wife shock their friends with a new look at the reunion.
Kymmberli & Meá Boxing beauty queen Kymmberli Stowe and local track star Meá Williams are excited to celebrate Kymmberli's recent boxing victories. They've turned to the LeeHe Fai, Salon 1021 and Mainly Shoes to provide them with knock out looks that will wow their friends and family
Kerrie & Norma Good friends are hard to find. That's why Kerrie and Norma have held on to their friendship for more than 37 years. As best buddies since the first grade, these ladies haven't changed a thing about their friendship or their appearance. With their 25th high school reunion approaching, Grettacole helps them shock their classmates with a change in looks and style.
Michelle & Valerie Pro-wrestlers and best friends, Michelle and Valerie, are down for the count when it comes to fashion. Inside the ring the women don the typical wrestling attire of halter-tops and spandex shorts but outside the ring they run to the comfort of their sweat pants and sweatshirts. They both admit that they are the quintessential tomboys and would like to shock their friends with a more feminine and revealing style. For Valerie's upcoming birthday they decided it was time to knockout their old ways and wrestle in a more revealing feminine style.