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Kevin Murphy: Making Waves (Cut)

Alicia Liotta | July 10, 2011 | 6:14 PM

With a new product launch in the U.S. and countless editorial jobs, stylist and trendsetter Kevin Murphy is at the top of his game. This month, Murphy created a strong cut and two variations of the season’s hottest trend—waves—exclusively for MODERN.

Kevin performed this cut to prepare the model for 2 amazing looks: Boho Soft Wave and Defined Wave. Be sure to check them out after reading this technical:

Kevin Murphy: Defined Wave (Photo and video technical included).
Kevin Murphy: Boho Soft Wave. (Photo and video technical included).

Photography: Steven Barston / www.stevenbarston.com
Hair: Kevin Murphy
Makeup: Noel Nichols / noelnichols.com
Wardrobe: Sharice Massehians

Products: All Kevin Murphy
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