2018 MODERN SALON 100: Haley Garber @beautybyhaleygarber
MODERN SALON editors love nothing more than finding hidden talent on Instagram. Haley Garber (@beautybyhaleygarber) caught our attention with her posts upon posts of perfect braided rosettes. Read more about Garber here.
by Jamie Newman
Boho Looks for Your Midsummer Night's Dream: See the Top Five Best of the Fest Styling Entries
After narrowing thousands of Best of the Fest submissions to our 10 semifinalists, we asked the 10 talented stylists to create a beautiful festival balayaged look. Our panel of judges and editors picked their five favorites!
Announcing the Best of the Fest Top 10 Semifinalists: Summer Festival Hair Ideas
From boho braids, space buns, fun accessories such as flowers and headbands, beautiful balayage and glitter, it wasn’t easy to judge this first round, but it certainly was beautiful.
Put a Ring on It: Ring Braid Tutorial
In the wise words of her highness Beyonce, if you like it then you should have put a ring on it. Although she likely wasn't referring to ring braids when she said this, we digress.
by Jamie Newman
VIDEO HOW-TO: An Incredible Braid - Professional and Breathtaking
Sam Villa demos how-to create an amazing braid using simple tools. This is a wonderful, professional technique.
HOW-TO: Sophisticated Bun from BioSilk
Recreate this look that's perfect for a formal affair or a weekend brunch.
Tropical Adventure, On-Trend Hair: Producing a Photo Shoot in Costa Rica
One creative stylist with a carry-on suitcase produced a photo shoot in the Costa Rican jungle, celebrating the surroundings and playing with texture and embellishment in braids, buns and twists.
What Happens When Your Work Goes Viral
Alison Valsamis started creating braided rose upstyles after being inspired by planting roses with her grandmother. She never dreamed that a figment of her imagination would go viral worldwide.
by Jamie Newman
Timeless Fantasy
CosmoProf and MODERN SALON partner to bring salons Modern Fairytale, a collection of products, tools and looks that will get clients excited! It's all about ethereal, iridescent shades of beauty.
Pink Pewter Hosts Day of Glam for World Down Syndrome Awareness Day
Five women from the National Association for Down Syndrome received an afternoon of glam with hairstyles, makeup, and wardrobe.
by Mary Kaleta
HOW-TO: Simple Details for a Seemingly Complicated Braid
Pureology educator Wendy Belanger shares how to create a beautiful braid, from the prep to the finishing. Belanger also shares how to secure the braid without any pins.
35 Braids Sure to Inspire Your Special-Occasion Styling
MODERN has chosen 35 of our fave braids from Instagram to pin for any event a client is attending, whether it's dressing up for a formal affair or dancing all day at a music festival.
by Mary Kaleta
30 Bridal Hairstyles to Swoon Over
When it comes to weddings, love is all you need. But having a good hair day on the most important day of your life? That’s pretty essential, too. MODERN has gathered a collection of 30 hairstyles for your client’s big day that are sure to make heads turn (seriously, we want to see that beautiful back styling) from the moment she walks down the aisle. Get ready to start pinning!
by Mary Kaleta
HOW-TO: The Perfect Editorial Braid on Extensions
Danielle Keasling is an extension and braiding expert and is frequently asked how she creates her unique styles that have won her covers and international competitions. Here, she shares tips for braiding and extensions.
HOW-TO: The Intricate Knotted Chignon
Sam Villa never ceases to amaze. MODERN asked him to "take a break" during the most recent Redken National Artist Connection (NRAC) training to demo one of his favorite looks. In this short (and educational) video, Villa offers the steps needed to create this intricate knotted chignon.
Bright Lights, Big City
As Ulta Beauty Prepared to open the doors to its first-ever Manhattan location, Chief Artistic Director Nick Stenson and his Pro Team headed into the heart of Times Square to capture a collection inspired by the city that never sleeps.
HOW-TO: Create The Perfect BOHO Braid
Lindsey Olsen demos how-to create the perfect boho braid.