

See the Top 5 Haute Holiday Entries!
Our Haute Holiday finalists share their final submissions and how they created the looks!

Announcing the Haute Holiday Top 10 Semifinalists!
See the top 10 semifinalists work from MODERN SALON's Haute Holiday styling competition--from Hollywood waves, to bling-y braids and faux bobs, it wasn’t easy to judge this first round, but it certainly was beautiful!

Amazing Fishtail Braid Demo By Adam Winwood (he's 14!!)
Internet superstar Adam Winwood (known as the "Bridal Guru") demos a 3 minute fishtail braid - and gives his how-to and tips along the way.

KMS' Lori Panarello Creates Braid Style for Lela Rose Spring 2018 Fashion Presentation
To complement Lela Rose’s feminine, fun and youthful collection for the New York Fashion Week Spring 2018 fashion presentation, lead hairstylist and Global Style Council Member of KMS, Lori Panarello created a high ponytail that was transformed into a simple, lived in braid.

HOW-TO: Farouk's Royal Treatment Chignon
In this how-to, learn how to create this special occasion chignon starting with curled hair. Follow along as you'll use Royal Treatment products by Farouk Systems to create the final look.
Sponsored by Farouk Systems

2017 MODERN SALON 100: Taylor Lamb @taylor_lamb_hair
At 21 years old, Taylor Lamb (@taylor_lamb_hair) has already built an army of 30.6k followers on Instagram who are double-tapping her post after post of beautifully braided blondes. MODERN SALON hasn't been immune to Lamb's striking styles; her work has made her a finalist for our 2017 Balayage & Boho competition.

2017 MODERN SALON 100: Saretta Bowerman @hairbysaretta
We'd spotted Saretta Bowerman's (@hairbysaretta) color expertise on Instagram long before we found out she's also a master of braided styles and updos.The Florida-based stylist was voted by MODERN SALON editors, MODERN SALON Artist Collective judges and MODERN SALON readers as the winner of our 2017 Braids & Brides competition for her beautiful braided upstyle.

2017 MODERN SALON 100: Alexandra Wilson @alexandralee1016
With just shy of 1,300 followers on Instagram, we know Alexandra Wilson (@alexandralee1016) has big things in store. The XXX-based stylist would be a huge asset to any bride on her big day; Wilson's braiding, updos and styling are beautiful, precise and trend-forward.

2017 MODERN SALON 100: Samantha Tarini @deathbycouture
Beautiful color, gorgeous styling and trendy braids, Samantha Tarini's @deathbycouture Instagram page has it all. See why she made the 2017 MODERN SALON 100.

2017 MODERN SALON 100: Sydney Ann Lopez @sydneyannlopezhair
Sydney Ann Lopez is one of the most encouraging, supportive, talented stylists MODERN SALON is following on Instagram. She regularly posts work throughout the day that has become so recognizable to our editors, we know who is sharing with us before we even see her name. She's best known for her vibrants and pastels but she also earned a spot on our MODERN SALON 100 for her beautiful braiding and styling skills.

See the Top 5 Balayage & Boho Entries!
Our Balayage & Boho finalists share their final submissions and how they created the looks!

Announcing the Balayage & Boho Top 5 Finalists!
After narrowing thousands of Balayage & Boho submissions to our 10 semifinalists, they were tasked with creating a festival-inspired look. Our Artist Collective judges picked their five favorites! Take a look below to see who our finalists are, and stay tuned as they complete one more challenge for their chance at the grand prize.

Blo Blow Dry Bar's "Pool-side Approved" Summer Hair Menu Hair Styles
Blo Blow Dry Bar released its hot Summer Hair Menu, equipped with three pool-side approved styles (sassy attitude not included!).

Announcing the Balayage & Boho Top 10 Semifinalists!
After receiving thousands of entries since the launch of the Balayage & Boho contest, it was extremely difficult to narrow the pool of beautiful special-occasion styles down to 10! Take a look below to see who our semifinalists are, and stay tuned as they submit their best braid work for judging.

9 Step Mohawk Braid for Short-Medium Haired Clients - Get the Look!
In celebration of their Street Art collection, Bio Ionic offers this how-to on achieving a Mohawk braid ideal for short- to medium-haired clients.
Sponsored by Bio Ionic

HOW-TO: Twisted Mohawk Using Ponytails
This Mohawk Braid gives the impression that it's complicated to re-create but really it's very easy! See for yourself.
Sponsored by L'Oréal Professionnel

HOW-TO: An Eye-Catching Zipper Ponytail
Does your client like to tie their hair back? We have a great idea on how you can spruce it up! Opt for this eye-catching Zipper Ponytail, it's easy to re-create and teach to your clients.
Sponsored by L'Oréal Professionnel




