THE EVENT: PORTFOLIO ON TOUR, NYC
THE DETAILS: Hundreds of salon professionals packed the Highline Ballroom to see the latest from Goldwell, KMS California and the Arrojo Studio Team. Each segment featured the creative directors who led their teams to show the latest in cut, color, texture, trend and style. Dozens of models graced the stage, many transformed before the eyes of those in attendance. Patrick McIvor served as Master of Ceremonies, maintaining a perfect flow to a perfect evening.
HIGHLIGHTS: There were many, but some of our favorites from each segment included:
GOLDWELL: John Simpson, Lead Artistic Director and Nick Pagano, Global Hair Color Master; along with Show Team artists Justin Ferrera and Michelle Vance offered up-do tips and recreations on stage, designing bridal-ready and red carpet looks within minutes.
KMS: Simon Miller, National Technical Trainer; Lori Panarello, KMS California Artistic Team and Sonna Brado, KMS California Artistic Team, Director, cut and styled models showing the latest in trend hairdressing for both day and night.
ARROJO: Team Arrojo, led by Nick and Lena Arrojo, demonstrated razor cutting on stage, showing how even the slightest tweaking can create a totally on-trend finish.
COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU: Portfolio ON TOUR continues in the fall heading to Dallas: August 24-25 and Chicago: September 21-22. Each program includes cocktails and food followed by the show, ending with a mixer where the artists and models mingle with attendees. For more information, go to your local Distributor, Sales Consultant or Goldwell/KMS Rep.
In the meantime, check out the attached videos. Meet with John Simpson before he takes the stage, get an overview of Lori Panarello's most popular model and see the Arrojo models as they take the stage.
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