Day of Inspiration at Eufora Global Connection
As Eufora Founder Don Bewley welcomed nearly 700 stylists to the 2012 Global Connection in San Diego, he implored them to suspend ego for the two-day event and open up their hearts and minds to learn something new. "You have to unlearn to learn," he stressed. "The more you educate yourself, they more you realize there's a lot you don't know."
by Stacey Soble
PART II HOW-TO: Oribe On Recreating the Marilyn Hairstyle
Last week, MODERN interviewed Anthony Palermo, the colorist who recreated Marilyn Monroe’s iconic blonde color for actress Michelle Williams, as seen on the cover of Vogue. This week, we have the scoop on the hairstyle created by celeb hairstylist Oribe for the Vogue shoot. His inspiration for this look? Marilyn Monroe, of course, but also “old Hollywood glamour.”
Katy Perry Poses for ghd's New Scarlett Collection
Katy Perry is continuing her partnership with ghd and famed photographer David La Chapelle crafted vintage, fairytale photos of Perry alongside the new Scarlett Collection.
Halloween 2011: Costume Ideas
Alrighty, stylists, Halloween is the time to shine and REALLY show off that creativity we know you're blessed with... but, here comes the age old question... what to be, what to be?!
Cool Observations Backstage at Goldwell's Color Zoom
In this very short video, taken during the Creative Category of Goldwell's Color Zoom competition, I noticed two very interesting European trends.
Hair Peace, by Susan Veraldi
Need a good book to read for a rainy day? “Hair Peace” written by Susan Veraldi, a thirty-five year veteran from deep within the trends and trenches of the hair industry, shares vignettes of everyday life from her urban hair salon, which is situated amidst the universities, hospitals and working class neighborhoods of Pittsburgh, PA.
HOW-TO: Michelle Williams Transforms with Marilyn’s Iconic Blonde
This month’s Vogue cover features one of the most celebrated young actresses of today, Michelle Williams, channeling another famed blonde—the legendary Marilyn Monroe. Williams, who portrays the screen siren in the upcoming movie, My Week with Marilyn, was shot for the cover by Annie Leibovitz, with hair by Oribe and makeup by Linda Cantello for Giorgio Armani Beauty. The hair color, in the spot-on shade of platinum that Marilyn was known for, was created by celeb colorist Anthony Palermo, color director of New York City’s Anthony Leonard Salon.
Goldwell Color Zoom 2011... and the winners are...
...and the winners are...
Get the Full Experience of Goldwell's Color Zoom
Check out these vids for a taste of the action--and get some tips on entering the competition yourself!
Color Zoom Update
It's been such an incredible day so far, the competitors this year are really stepping up their game and have created some gorgeous, inspiring looks interpreting the Play Strong collection.
Goldwell's Color Zoom Competition: The Judging Begins!
Judging day for Golwell's Color Zoom kicked off at 8 this morning and it is as exciting in the judges' quarters as it is on the competition floor. Well almost!
Goldwell Color Zoom's US Finalists
... only one more day 'til these finalists find out if they're WINNERS in Goldwell's Color Zoom Finale Live Competition in South Beach, Florida! Here's a refresher on some of the looks submitted for this year's competition... AND, after the jump, check out the US FINALISTS who will be recreating their looks LIVE tomorrow, for a shot at taking home the gold!
Goldwell Color Zoom 2011: Let the Fun Begin!
Hi everyone, very excited to be reporting LIVE from the Renaissance Eden Roc in GORGEOUS Miami, Florida. Thousands of people from across the world have flown here for multiple days of inspiration and education from KMS California and Goldwell--two of MODERN SALON's most favorite things are inspiration and education!--and of course to take home the GRAND PRIZE at the Color Zoom competition!
New NAHA Category: Newcomer Stylist of the Year
The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) has added a new category for 2012: The NAHA Newcomer Stylist of the Year award. To qualify to enter, the entrant must be a licensed cosmetologist with less than three years of professional experience. The new category seeks to recognize a rising talent in the professional hairstyling industry and is meant to bridge the gap between Student Hairstylist of the Year and Hairstylist of the Year. Learn the details!
Catching Up With Washi Scissor's Marc Millman
Today, MODERN caught up with Washi Scissor's CEO and Founder Marc Millman, who gave a very cool tour of their International Headquarters just outside of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. We learned all about their new shears, their very cool scissor bracelet, and what makes Washi Scissor a great purchase.
Video: Andre Chiavelli Shares Details about Emiliani Show
Andre Chiavelli offers details about "vision becomes reality", the Emiliani show to be held October 15 through 17 at the NJ convention center in Edison, NJ. For more info go to Emiliani.com.
Eli Mancha Demos Feather Extensions
NAHA hairstylist of the year Eli Mancha chats about the importance of offering pink feather extensions during October. Breast cancer awareness month.