7 Reasons to Attend America's Beauty Show 2014
Seven great reasons why you need to attend the 91st America's Beauty Show in Chicago, March 22-24.
by Lauren Quick
FASHION WEEK: Holli Smith for Oribe at Patrik Ervell
Holli Smith, using Oribe, created a mixed texture finish for the Patrik Ervell fall/winter 2014 collection.
FASHION WEEK: Zang Toi Beauty Head to Toe
Zang Toi, the top designer, met with MODERN while backstage during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. In this rare and exclusive interview, learn about the importance of beauty, from the designer himself.
Pro Products Selling Direct?
The social networks are abuzz with talk about direct product sales to consumers. Let's talk about what this can mean for the stylist.
HOW TO: Antoinette Beenders for TIBI
Antoinette Beenders for Aveda was the lead stylist for the TIBI Fall/Winter 2014 collection. Here she offers the HOW TO.
HOW TO: Sleek Ponytail By Guido For Bottega Veneta
Guido, for Redken, created a sleek, shiny ponytail for Bottega Veneta.
FASHION WEEK: Christopher Dove (for Wella) at MILLY
Christopher Dove, using Wella Professionals, created sleek ponytails for the Milly fall/winter 2014 collection.
Beard Trimming 101
As a men’s groomer, I’m often hired to trim beards and create scruff or design goatees for photo shoots. Over the years, I’ve learned a few sure fire tips and tricks to ensure beard perfection.
On Rite Conference 2014...A Hair Loss Extravaganza
The 2014 On Rite Conference held in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, offered intense education and information to 350 international salon professionals.
HOW-TO: Create Finger Waves 1930s Gangster Style
1930s gangster coifs were seen in Zang Toi's Fall/Winter NYFW collection. Hairstylist Eiji Yamane of Eiji Salon created finger waves on each model for a decadent look with a hint of "danger."
Classical Kimono Meets Harajuku Hair Fashion in Iro Collection
2013's AHFA New South Wales (State) Hairdresser of the Year, Kobi Bokshish recently created this collection that draws influence from the classical Kimono Japanese dress and contemporary Harajuku fashion--see the result!
Bring the Salon to Your Clients: White Sands' Hair Dryer Bonnet
This Dryer Bonnet by White Sands makes it easier than ever for you or your client to turn their average hair dryer into a salon hood dryer in mere seconds. This flexible, soft bonnet attaches easily to a blow dryer and provides even heat distribution to avoid hot spots and increase total comfort.
Cyborg-Terminator Body Painting Creation by Orlando Barsallo
Body painting with clay and other natural pigments existed in most, if not all tribalist cultures. Today, you are likely to see different forms of it at art/music festivals, in face painting, in glitter tattoos, hand art or henna tattoos. Recently, MODERN attended an art gallery exhibition at the Robin B Gallery in Chicago, where we caught up with make-up artist Orlando Barsallo — a skilled body painter. See his cyborg-terminator creation!
HOW-TO: Edgy Finger Waves at Chromat Fall 2014 Collection
T. Cooper, co-founder of Metro Look in New York City shares a how-to on the edgy finger waves seen at the Chromat Fall 2014 Collection during MADE Fashion Week.
Different/Better not Better/Different
Today, I think businesses, in particular, realize that better, when it is only different, is not necessarily better, just maybe more convenient. But, when different is better, well then the world can be changed and people notice.
Kayla Martell, Gemtress Spokesperson and OnRite Star
Meet Kayla Martell, Gemtress Spokesperson, Miss Delaware 2010 and star of the On Rite conference 2014.
The Helen Oppenheim Site Update
Helen Oppenheim, creator of HelenOppenheim.com, has made available important images and information for salon professionals looking for inspiration from some of the industry greats. Get an update from Oppenheim herself.