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FASHION WEEK: PHYTO Runway Report: Saturday and Sunday
PHYTO partnered with the most creative and talented hair stylists this season to invigorate the runway. From wet looks to streamlined ponytails to twists and structure, a look was created for every modern woman.
FASHION WEEK: TIGI SHOWS: THURS, FRI, AND SAT
DJ Riggs, Nick Irwin, Paul Hanlon and the TIGI Creative Team have been very busy at this year’s 2012 New York Fashion Week, styling hair for Maisonette 1977, Mara Hoffman, Helmut Lang, Duro Olowu, Faster by Mark Fast, Mattaano, Korto Momolu, Chris Benz and J Mendel. See for yourself how to re-create these CATWALK looks on your own clients.
FASHION WEEK: Wrap Dress Inspired Braid at Korto Momolu
The Korto Momolu Spring 2012 Collection was inspired by the wrap dress, an every day look for an entrepreneur who wants to feel hip in fashion. She is smart, shopper savvy, sexy and captivating.
Backstage at Badgley Mischka with Peter Gray for Moroccanoil
Today began with an incredible backstage experience at Badgley Mischka. Working with Moroccanoil products, Peter Gray created some of the most beautiful hair designs I've seen yet. Elegant French twists complemented by a textured top screamed '50s glamour.
Interview with Kanye West Stylist Backstage at Betsey Johnson
While backstage at New York Fashion Week at Betsey Johnson, we snagged an interview with Crews (yes, one word, Crews : )) who has been the key hair for Kanye West and Chris Cornell music videos.
What to Wear to Mercedes Benz Fashion Week: Dierdre Adipietro at Betsey Johnson
In this next video, check out Dierdre Adipietro, who Maggie and I caught up with during the Betsey Johnson show at New York's Fashion Week.
Pravana VIVIDS Contest Winner Announced!
Skye Bryand has been announced the grand prize winner of Pravana's Show Us Your VIVIDS Contest! As her prize, Bryand will have the opportunity to participate in a photo shoot with Shear Genius 3 winner, Brig Van Osten.
FASHION WEEK: Nails at Pamela Love
The nail look at Pamela Love was inspired by the bohemian Moroccan theme of the collection," said essie manicurist, Elle Gerstein.
New York Fashion Week: A Whirlwind of Action!
Hey everyone! As I write this, I am one mile away from one of the COOLEST places to be—the Mecca of fashion—New York’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! Today has been such a whirlwind of action as it’s my very first Fashion Week, and I must say, all of my expectations have been surpassed.
Legendary Hollywood Beauties … and Tips For Mature Clients
Females 50 and over make up a large percentage of salon clientele, and research indicates they spend a lot of money getting professional hair services. It’s no wonder: These women may face many challenges dealing with their changing hair. Fortunately, there are suggestions you can offer to help them keep their tresses looking better than ever. Want even more inspiration? View our slideshow to see some of our favorite legendary Hollywood beauties, who are still turning heads today.
FASHION WEEK: Wella Professionals Create Designs for Peter Som
The Peter Som spring/summer 2012 collection was made extra special with finishes created by Eugene Soulieman and the Wella Professionals team. The 60's inspired edgy but glamorous silhouettes express “kind of bad hair for a bad girl coming from a rich family,” says Eugene.
Farouk Shami Judges Miss Universe LIVE from Brazil
Farouk Shami recently judged the 2011 Miss Universe Pageant in Sao Paulo, Brazil on Monday night! The event was broadcasted LIVE on NBC 9, ET and Telemundo.
FASHION WEEK: Allen Wood for Bumble and bumble Creates Cool Braid for Gretchen Jones
Inspired by Nikki from Big Love, (a "good girl gone bad"), Allen Wood for Bumble and bumble designed this beautiful braid for designer Gretchen Jones. "It's a good girl gone bad," he says. "A little Virgin Suicides, a little innocent runaway."
FASHION WEEK: Antoinette Beenders for Aveda at Christian Siriano
Antoinette Beenders was cool, calm and collected...as usual....as she created gentle waves for the Christian Siriano Spring/Summer 2012 Collection shown yesterday. The finishes were soft and feminine and tasteful.
FASHION WEEK: Didier Malige Offers Texture at Band of Outsiders
Style superstar Didier Malige used Aveda products to create carefree waves and textured chignons at the Band of Outsiders Spring/Summer 2012 Collection shown this weekend the Mercedes Benz tents during New York Fashion Week Two finished styles made the catwalk: whirled waves and textured, tousled chignons.
Remembering 9/11: Beauty Heals
Ten years ago, when the tragic events of 9/11 happened, many of our MODERN SALON Media team was doing what we still do today—busily traveling and working to cover salon industry events, trends, education. NY-based Beauty Director Maggie Mulhern was on her way downtown to a photo shoot. SALON TODAY Editor Stacey Soble was in Los Angeles attending a spa management conference. Editorial Director Michele Musgrove was enjoying a quiet, radio-free commute from Chicago to MODERN’s suburban offices during her first week back from maternity leave. Those were our last moments of normal before everything changed
Modern Salon Media Hits Fashion’s Night Out
I fired up my video camera, started early and managed to hit multiple hot spots throughout the city. My goal was to visit one “club”, one salon, one manufacturer event and one upper east side designer store.