On July 22, 2018, PRAVANA revealed the winners of their annual “Show Us Your Vivids” contest during an enchanted evening at the Henkel Beauty #AcademyofHair in Culver City, CA.

The winning looks combine color creativity, artistry, and a clear inspirational focus. They are, in a word, stunning.

FIRST PLACE – SARAJANE MAPLES @blushandmane

Prize Details:

All-expense paid trip to Los Angeles, CA to star in an exclusive PRAVANA photoshoot editorial feature in MODERN SALON Magazine. Online artist coverage from MODERN SALON Magazine. One month booth or salon rental paid by PRAVANA (up to $800). $1500 PRAVANA Product Gift Voucher. One-on-one video mentorship with a PRAVANA Collective member. Social and Newsletter artist feature by PRAVANA. Two tickets to a professional beauty industry event social soiree with PRAVANA Beauty Babes. One year subscription to MODERN SALON Magazine. Exclusive sponsored swag bag. 2018 SHOW US YOUR VIVIDS Trophy.

Judges reactions:

“Sarajane’s entry is EVERYTHING, a true showstopper. Her choice of colors and placement combined with the varying lengths of hair and cuts, wardrobe and photo direction brings her vision to life! Her ability to marry hard and soft lines, blunt edges and vibrant color makes this look a winner."

“Beautiful interpretation of the era that inspired her. Beautiful hair color that truly shows a very broad pallet of Vivid colors. Sophisticated & and “unusual” look and feel of final image. Not your everyday Instagram creative color.  Sophisticated technique. Not simple to re-create.”

“Sarajane Maples entry #1 is an extraordinary display of colorist talent, color palette selection, cut, styling, makeup, wardrobe and overall editorial look. The image reflects both skill and quality and is the perfect illustration of the passion and creativity that the Show Us Your VIVIDS Contest embodies.”

“I love the madness between opposing colors and lengths topped off by the illusion of weight and weightlessness. This picture is amazing!”

SECOND PLACE – ASPEN RAE HOGUE@itsaspenrae

Prize Details:

$1,000 PRAVANA Product Gift Voucher. Social and Newsletter artist feature by PRAVANA. Online artist coverage from MODERN SALON Magazine. Exclusive sponsored swag bag. 2018 SHOW US YOUR VIVIDS Trophy.

Judges reactions:

“Aspen’s entry perfectly captures her inspiration. Like a thriving desert cactus, her look features sharp edges with pops of vibrant color, similar to the budding flowers in her inspo image. The movement captured in the images is superb and allows the strategic color placement to shine through.”

“Beautiful interpretation of the original inspiration. Sophisticated technique. From the overall look & feel this is very strong.”

“I enjoy the color placement on this wig and the overall editorial look and feel of the final images.”

THIRD PLACE – MICHELLE BORBOLLA@thegypsybazaar

 Prize Details:

 $700 PRAVANA Product Gift Voucher. Social and Newsletter artist feature by PRAVANA. Online artist coverage from MODERN SALON Magazine. Exclusive sponsored swag bag. 2018 SHOW US YOUR VIVIDS Trophy.

Judges reactions:

“Michelle’s entry is beautiful! It has seamless blending, a unique color combination and a perfectly executed vision of the inspiration.”

“I enjoy the colorist skills displayed in this entry along with the creative inspiration shot.”

STAR STUDENT – D’ARCY LANE @darcyjohn_huntresshair

Prize Details:

$500 PRAVANA Product Gift Voucher. Social and Newsletter artist feature by PRAVANA. Online artist coverage from MODERN SALON Magazine. Exclusive sponsored swag bag. 2018 SHOW US YOUR VIVIDS Trophy.

Judges reactions:

“D’arcy’s entry is incredible! His choice of colors as well as placement close to one another were a risk that he took then conquered! He recreated his inspiration through his formulations and photography – well done, D’arcy!”

“Beautiful creation that truly shows our VIVIDS. Image very close to inspiration. Sophisticated technique – not easy to re-create.”  

FAN FAVE – VICTORIA CARROL @haairbyvictoriaa

Prize Details:

$300 PRAVANA Product Gift Voucher. Social and Newsletter artist feature by PRAVANA. Exclusive sponsored swag bag. 2018 SHOW US YOUR VIVIDS Trophy.

PRAVANA reaction:

“With over 60,000 likes, Victoria’s stunning entry stood out from the rest and has proven to be the PRAVANA FAN FAVE!”

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