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Before the success of Studio Sashiko, Kyle and Shaughnessy
created Hold Steady Clothing Co. Because of their
entrepreneurial mindsets, they experienced success early on.
The clothing line was heavily influenced by streetwear and
tattoo-inspired designs. The company did well and had a strong
following online. Although a lot of fun, it was also a lot of work.
They would work their full-time jobs during the day and then
come home and work on the clothing line for another four
hours in the evening. Sadly, all good things must end and they
closed the business in 2013. It was a tough decision, but for the
best. They learned a lot from running the business and applied
some of those lessons they learned to Studio Sashiko.

Studio Sashiko opened three years ago, close to their home in
Langley that they share with their three dogs, Chips, Chloe, and
Pretzel. The studio offers cosmetic tattooing, otherwise known
as semi-permanent makeup or micropigmentation, which is
the process of implanting colour pigment beneath the surface
of the skin through sterile, disposable needles to produce the
appearance of hair strokes and makeup. Fast-forward three
years and the studio has six microblade artists and one scalp
micropigmentation artist. Clients fly in daily from all over North
America for their services. The studio is well known to celebrity
clientele ranging from Jillian Harris, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Jasmine
Lorimer, Samantha Ravndahl, and others. The future of Studio
Sashiko seems endless, as Kyle and Shaughnessy plan to open
more shops in North America. So stay tuned!
MED-PK401 $275
Shaughnessy and Kyle are both well known in the Vancouver
fashion community as influential trend-setters. Shaughnessy
has always been inspired by vintage clothing and loves the
challenge of creating a new outfit with elements of both
new and old. Kyle worked at a men’s boutique in Gastown,
Vancouver, where he gained his fashion knowledge. Currently
his inspiration comes from streetwear and Japanese designers.

Medium Watches collaborates with entrepreneurs that
appreciate details, valuing the tools of the trade and the
accessories that define them. Kyle and Shaughnessy chose
Medium because it suits their lifestyle, they are sleek and simple,
and, in Kyle’s words, “straight to the point.” Both versatile and
practical, Medium can be incorporated into any outfit and is
adaptable enough to be worn daily. Medium speaks to their
individuality because of their minimal design, classy look, and
their fit with their unique wardrobes.

When the power microblading couple aren’t in the studio,
they love to spend time with their fur family, exploring the
gems of Langley. Currently, they are planning their wedding in
Palm Springs. Their future plans are travelling to the U.S. for
more guest spots at world-renowned studios and growing
their business to expand across North America. If you want
MED-IN103 $200 a great pair of brows, find Studio Sashiko on instagram at
@studiosashiko and Shaughnessy @shaughnessy.

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