
MODERN Recap: The Education and Connection of Redken Symposium 2026
The 51st Redken Symposium returned to Las Vegas in June 2026, bringing specialized education and community to hair professionals who want to "Learn Better, Earn Better, Live Best."
Oribe and their team of top stylists show off the amazing runway hairstyles they created at New York Fashion week for a full range of luxury brands.



























Clothing: Eckhaus Latta; Hair: Tamara McNaughton
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb) and Alan Kwan (@alanhckwan)
Oribe has had a huge presence on the hair side of this year’s September New York Fashion Week, taking the stage along with major fashion labels and adding the finishing touches to all sorts of innovative looks. The ensembles and models are visually stunning, but none are complete without gorgeous hair.
Here is the inspiration for the hair looks that Oribe’s top stylists executed for several luxury fashion brands.
The Marrisa Wilson Spring/Summer 2023
Expressive prints, watercolor strokes and brightly colored feathers are complemented by a hair look that brings the theme “Of Many Waters” to life. Kien Hoang, Oribe Principal Artist of Content and Styling, created a variation of braided styles, all adorned with clear beads in a range of sizes to mimic rain drops.

Clothing: Marrisa Wilson; Hair: Kien Hoang
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb)
The Ulla Johnson Spring/Summer 2023

Clothing: Ulla Johnson; Hair: Bob Recine
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb)
The theme of the Private Policy Spring/Summer 2023 Collection is described as

Clothing: Private Policy; Hair: Kien Hoang
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb)
The Eckhaus Latta Spring/Summer 2023 C

Clothing: Eckhaus Latta; Hair: Tamara McNaughton
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb) and Alan Kwan (@alanhckwan)
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The Gabriela Hearst Spring/Summer 2023 Collection drew inspiration from Sappho—one of the world’s first examples of feminism from the 6th century—and gold metallic body forms. Session Stylist Holli Smith complemented the collection with a hair look rooted in simplicity and minimal beauty. A very flat crown grounded the style, with natural texture through the lengths that embraced the models’ individual hair patterns.

Clothing: Gabriela Hearst; Hair: Holli Smith
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb)
The Gauntlett Cheng

Clothing: Gauntlett Cheng; Hair: Dylan Chavles
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb)
Designer Alexandra O’Neill described the Markarian Spring/Summer 2023 Collection as one that explores the synergies between art, fashion and nature. “Vine-like motifs, glimmering sequins, and varied proportions speak to the idea of growth and renewal, inspired by the works of great Renaissance masters,” she said of the season’s designs. Oribe Glob
created complementary hair looks that brought Renaissance beauty to life.

Clothing: Markarian; Hair: Mandee Tauber
Jeb Burroughs (@bestcommajeb)

The 51st Redken Symposium returned to Las Vegas in June 2026, bringing specialized education and community to hair professionals who want to "Learn Better, Earn Better, Live Best."

This growing, must-attend industry event honors leaders across hair, nails and wellness while creating opportunities for the next generation.

Premiere Orlando 2026 welcomed more than 54,500 visits from beauty professionals and students.

The night honored the artists and collections shaping the future of professional beauty during PBA NAHA 2026.

Attendees called the 103rd edition of ABS “the Coachella of the Beauty Industry” as 20,000+ Beauty Professionals gathered for education, connection, and inspiration.

Jalia Pettis and 3Jay Productions introduce The Style Exhibition, a refined and forward-thinking educational experience designed for beauty professionals ready to move beyond fundamentals and into mastery, taking place in Phoenix, AZ on May 3, 2026.

AVEDA will return to America’s Beauty Show 2026, taking place April 18–20, 2026, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. AVEDA’s on-site experience will include a dedicated AVEDA Education Theater focused on technical skill building, artistry, and business education.

Wella Professionals and hairstylist Anthony Turner partnered with Victoria Beckham for her SS26 Paris Fashion Week show. See how they achieved this sleek runway pony.

Monaè Everett partnered with Mielle Organics to lead the hair direction for House of Aama’s Spring/Summer 2026 presentation. See how she achieved these stunning looks!

The official Press Conference and Show Launch of America's Beauty Show 2026 takes place Monday, October 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM CST at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL. Get details here!

Hairstylists, salon owners, and beauty professionals from around the world came together in Las Vegas for Paul Mitchell’s Desert Bloom event. See the energy, style, and standout moments in this exclusive photo gallery from MODERN SALON.

MODERN SALON was invited to Chicago to attend Ulta Beauty’s annual Celebrate U event, a gathering of Ulta’s highest earning service providers and the people who support them within the industry.
It was a minute ago, but we love reliving the energy, glam, and star power from the North American Hairstyling Awards 2025 red carpet with these videos capturing standout moments and beauty pros in the spotlight.

Ulta Beauty showed up to Premiere Orlando 2025 in a big way -- supporting attending service providers with top-tier education, as well as celebrating the artistic talents of their own network of stylists at this year’s NAHA.

We attended Ulta Beauty's Phoenix session of Design Team on Tour to see Justin Toves-Vincilione (@ahappyjustin) in educational action!

Calling all stylists and hair artists! milk_shake is offering an unforgettable opportunity to join the brand in the ultimate hair destination: Ibiza. Find out how to get a chance to attend Hairtopia 2025 -- all expenses paid!

Wella hosted a three-day gathering in Malta and MODERN was onsite. Here is a visual and verbal snapshot of Wella’s ongoing commitment to the professional beauty industry through some personalities, perspectives, and quick takes.