For the Rachel Antonoff F/W 2016 show, Linh Nguyen, lead stylist for Cutler/Redken Salons, created three looks that are sweet and retro.

"The collection was inspired by a 1960s secretary with a modern twist," says Nguyen. "I created bow sin the hair with a slight flip that gave it this cool, undone vibe. A pencil is added to the bun to match the playfulness of the clothes. Not every women looks good with one hairstyle, so I enjoyed working with Rachel in creating three distinct, yet cohesive looks."

Look 1: Half Up Bow

1. Prep wet hair with Redken Full Frame 07 Volumizing Mousse for added texture and hold. 

2. Blow dry hair smooth, leaving the natural texture. 

3. Use a 1.5 inch curling iron to add a soft wave to the hair. 

4. Pull hair from in front of the ear in an upwards motion to create a small half ponytail, leaving some fringe loose at the front. Tie with an elastic.

5. Take thin section from the ponytail and coat with Fashion Works 12 Versatile Spray to create "ribbon" effect. Then pin the hair into the shape of a small bow. 

 

Look 2: High Pony Tail

1. Prep wet hair with Redken Full Frame 07 Volumizing Mousse for added texture.

2. Blow dry hair smooth, leaving the natural texture. 

3. Using a mason brush, pull the hair into a high ponytail, in line iwth the cheekbone/top of the ear. 

4. Spray Fashion Work 12 Versatile Spray throughout for additional hold. 

5. Use a 1.5 inch curling iron to curl the ponytail in sections. 

6. Brush into one bouncy tail.

7. Finish with Fashion Work 12 Versatile Spray for hold and shine. 

 

Look 3: Soft Bun

1. Prep wet hair with Redken Full Frame 07 Volumizing Mousse for added texture and hold. 

2. Blow dry hair smooth, leaving the natural texture.

3. Pull the hair back into a low ponytail, keeping the hair soft and slightly loose against the head.

4. Twist the ponytail lightly, wrap and secure into a bun.

5. Using Braid 03 Defining Lotion on your fingertips put a finishing touch on some of the loose hair going back into the bun.

6. Finish with Fashion Work 12 Versatile Spray. 

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