Uber Gets Glam For Fashion Week With GLAMSQUAD

NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- GLAMSQUAD, the on-demand beauty service app today announced a promotional partnership with Uber, the game-changing app that connects riders and drivers at the touch of a button.

On Thursday, September 4 and Friday, September 5, Uber and GLAMSQUAD have teamed up to offer a special fashion week package. Uber users will be offered the chance to book a combined hair and make up appointment for just $40 (regular price of $125) by using the promo code UBERGLAM to unlock the option to request.  Available on a first come, first served basis, select GLAMSQUAD X UBER branded vehicles will bring GLAMSQUAD stylists to a user's home or office to provide a unique one-hour hair and makeup service.  Users will also receive gift bags when their stylists arrive, containing a Happy Tree Maple Water, GLAMSQUAD gift cards, Uber branded items and a curated selection of products, including a StriVectin skincare product, Clarin's lipgloss and blushers, and pink ankle socks by Bombas.

Founded on the concept that getting ready should be a whole lot easier, GLAMSQUAD is thrilled to be partnering with the gold standard for companies who have created unique opportunities at the intersection of lifestyle and logistics. "Their approach, consumer base and marketing resonates with the GLAMSQUAD client in much the same way our service does. We couldn't envision a more perfect partner to do something exciting for those who want to experience the glamour of New York Fashion Week," said GLAMSQUAD CEO, Alexandra Wilkis Wilson.

The Uber-GLAMSQUAD New York Fashion Week promotion will be supported with media relations, marketing, street teams and a social media campaign offering lucky followers surprise gifts, such as a year of weekly blowouts.

About GLAMSQUAD
GLAMSQUAD, is an app-based beauty provider delivering professional beauty services to the home or office in as little as an hour's notice. The team of experienced hair stylists and make-up artists are hand-picked and extensively trained. GLAMSQUAD's proprietary training and character-assessment techniques guarantee consistent, high quality results and a positive stylist experience with every appointment. With personalized, one-on-one consultations and a signature range of inspirational looks, GLAMSQUAD offers clients the full celebrity-experience, making them look and feel more glamorous than ever before.

Currently operating in New York, the company is currently rolling out on-demand service in Los Angeles and will debut in other cities soon.  GLAMSQUAD was founded in January 2013 and formally launched in January 2014.  The GLAMSQUAD app is available for free download. Prices range from $50 for hair services and $75 for makeup applications when ordered via the GLAMSQUAD app. For more information visit www.GLAMSQUAD.com.  

About Uber
Uber is evolving the way the world moves. By seamlessly connecting riders to drivers through our apps, we make cities more accessible, opening up more possibilities for riders and more business for drivers. From our founding in 2009 to our launches in over 205 cities today, Uber's rapidly expanding global presence continues to bring people and their cities closer. 

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