Bright, Bohemian Looks From The Gypsy Bazaar
The Gypsy Bazaar is a pop-up beauty boutique based in L.A. We came upon this whimsical, bohemian photo on their Instagram page. The models’ texturized, neon colored locks are both a little out-there, while being ...
by Jamie Newman
Mary Brunetti and Intercoiffure Release "Ready to Wear" Collection
Chanel does it, and so does Jean Paul Gaultier. And now Mary Brunetti, award-winning celebrity hairstylist and Intercoiffure America/Canada (ICA) member, has taken that idea and created her own interpretation of “Ready to Wear” hair ...
Bridal Trend: Soft and Feminine
Bridal upstyles are veering away from sexy and messy, and gravitating more toward feminine and soft.When L’Anza educator and artist Ammon Carver began to conceptualize a shoot with his assistant AC Studio rising star Tovah Avigail, they ...
This is Next: Modern’s Photoshoot with the Winners of the 2015 Sebastian’s What’s Next Awards
Sebastian’s What’s Next Awards (WNA) is an annual competition inviting artists to submit photos based on a collection created by the Sebastian team to be used as inspiration. This year the collection was called “Totemic,” ...
It's All About Blondes
Soft blonde hues were paired with choppy, layered cuts to create these breathtaking looks for stylist Jim Shaw's "IT'S ALL ABOUT BLONDES," collection. Using the dry cutting technique, every style was expertly sculpted into a ...
by Jamie Newman
Behind the August Cover: Heather the Storm
Instagram is a great tool not just for stylists to connect with MODERN editors, but for us to connect with you. When we first caught notice of stylist, blogger and educator Heather Chapman’s page, @heatherchapmanhair, we were beyond ...
Xena Parson's New Waves and Up-Sweeps
Taking cue from the warm hues so reminiscent of summer, bright, beachy blonde and fiery red colors are trending. Xena Parsons of Sam Brocato Studio in SOHO, New York has taken the summer’s hottest colors and combined them with two style ...
by Jamie Newman
Claude Tarantino Presents 'It Girl'
French-based Claude Tarantino presents the “It Girl” for Fall/Winter 2015-2016. Combining bleached brows, smoky eye makeup, and both smooth, tousled and playfully textured hair, Tarantino used LOreal Professionnel products and color ...
by Jamie Newman
A Salute to Instagram's Best 4th of July Beauty Trends
4th of July weekend means fireworks, barbeques and friends - and the perfect excuse to go all out with red, white and blue! We noticed the outpouring of patriotic beauty trends on Instagram and rounded up some of the best nail, makeup and hair ...
Artist Session 2015
CREDITS:The Wanderer: Photography: Roberto LIgrestiMake up: David MaderichFashion styling: Rod Novoa, assisted by Dennis Pinto Nails: Amanda Smith, Essie Room With A View Fashion and accessories: Mara HoffmanBoho Chic:Photography: Roberto ...
6 Fashion-Forward Bridal Upstyles for Long-Haired Clients
Award-winning bridal hairstylist Carly Wood, based in Sydney, Australia, with over 18 years' of experience has an undeniable reputation within the bridal industry working alongside the top wedding vendors Sydney has to offer. Wood regularly ...
5 Customizable Updos by Martin Parsons
Are there ageless updos, styles that work for just about any client, of any age? Many silhouettes can be tweaked to be either more modern and sophisticated or younger and less structured. MODERN reached out to the King of Updos, Martin Parsons, ...
#Mermanhair - New Men's Haircolor Trend - is Taking Over!
Say hello to the "Merman" trend. If you been spotting guys on Instagram sporting fluorescent, ocean-inspired beards and haircolor – you’re only going to see more of it this summer. From turquoise to teal, to accents ...
DJ Victory Turns 3 Clients into “Glamour Grams,” Proving There’s No Such Thing as “Age Appropriate”
If you follow MODERN on social, chances are you’ve seen the name DJ Victory, owner of Enzos Salon & Spa in Ohio. She’s known for sporting beautiful pastels in her own hair and for creating avant garde color finishes and inspiring ...
Mio Sota’s Classic and Cool Men’s Collection
The 2015 male sporting tightly cropped sides with a structured pompadour is what inspired Sassoon-trained Mio Sota of Chicago’s Trio Salon when developing her men’s collection. For each look, she added a textured fringe and ...
Using Curl and Color to Create Geometric Shapes
When artist Eddy Burgos was conceptualizing this collection created for the National Latino Cosmetology Association, he was inspired by wave and shape, using a combination of curl and intense color to create geometric sculptures.Hair: Eddy ...
10 Things You Need to do to Prep for Styling a Bride
Weddings can be a stressful time for you and for your client because they're typically more high-stakes than a standard cut and color. After all, pictures from her wedding can live on for all eternity, as far as she is concerned!Geneva ...
by Lauren Quick