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NYFW: Oribe at Kempner Spring/Summer 2015
Inspired by Meggie and Chris Kempner, the brother and sister behind the brand, key hairstylist Amy Farid using Oribe Hair Care created a look that embodied both femininity and masculinity.
NYFW How-To: Kien Hoang for Oribe at ZDDZ
Get the how-to for painted hair by Kien Hoang of Oribe for ZDDZ at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week 2014.
by Lauren Quick
NYFW How-To: Kien Hoang for Oribe at D.TT.K
Get this look inspired by Japanese motorcycle gangs. Crafted by Kien Hoang of Oribe at D.TT.K's NYFW show.
by Lauren Quick
NYFW: 70's-inspired Volume at Coach
Day one of Mercedes Benz New York Fashion week kicked off with Coach's Spring/Summer 2015 presentation.
NYFW: Aveda's Erratic Waves for Ann Yee
Inspired by New York City's unstable weather pattern, the clothes featured malleable textured and clean lines. To coincide with the theme, Aveda Guest Artist Jon Reyman created a sleek style that morphs into a rhythm of fitful waves coming together briefly off center, only to expend into a fully ponytail.
NYFW: Tropical French Mani by Cuccio Colour at Cute Circuit
Celebrity manicurist Gina Eppolito and the Cuccio Colour gave the classic French Mani a twist at Cute Circuits Spring/Summer 2015 show.
Raise the Bar for the Beauty Industry and Lift Each Other Up
I hope you’ll join me to always represent this industry in the highest light. Don’t diminish yourself, your peers, or your profession for the sake of a good laugh.
NYFW How-To: Kien Hoang for Oribe at David Hart
Kien Hoang styled David Hart models using Oribe for the spring/summer 2015 collection at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. Get the how-to!
by Lauren Quick
Heavy Lifting: Olaplex Takes the Breakage out of Lifting
Olaplex is building bonds with top colorists at lightening speed. We investigate the new "Bond Multiplier" that could take the breakage out of lifting.
Behind the Cover: September 2014
Enter the Trilogy Collection—Yamamura’s reflection of art expressed through beauty via Silk, “more is better,” conservative to represent the classic era; Metal for the futuristic modern era; and Nylon, post-modern’s “less is more” concept.
Editor's Note: Operation Inspiration
Think back to the last time a little experimentation helped you discover the best approach to balayage, or that appointment when you trimmed a client’s fringe into the most perfectly blended face frame. What prompted you to try that technique? What influenced you to push your comfort boundaries?
Move Over Fishtail Braid - Meet the Lobster Tail Twist!
There is no denying that the fishtail braid had a great run; from the side to messy to in the ponytail, but Mario Russo, owner and lead stylist of Salon Mario Russo in Boston, believes it’s time for a new tail to have their chance in the spotlight. Cue the Lobster Tail Twist.
Sleep Wrinkles 101 and How to Avoid Them
Is the way you are sleeping at night making you age faster? Find out.
The Rose Gold Sombre
Combining a beautiful rose gold shade with the 'sombre' technique, Jennifer Sarchet created a rich result.
by Anne Moratto
COLOR CORRECTION: Nice Fix!
Get the HOW TO and formula for this beautiful color correction by Aveda artist Daniella Ismodes.
HOW TO: Hi and Lo Lights To Reach The Perfect Blonde
Learn HOW TO use high and low lights to bring your client to a nice icy blonde. Camille Plourde shares base breaking and highlighting tips.
TRY IT: Pixie Cut Styling Idea - The Slick and Short Pompadour
We’re not taking credit for what’s been perfected, just making it a little easier for your client's to rock their short pompadour pixie cut.