I just recently heard from Master stylist/JPMS Educator Darlene Burnham at Andreas Hogue Salon in Northbrook, Illinois, and she filled me in on how she created the Jack Sparrow hat, (which was part of a larger Pirates' Presentation which won 2nd place) in the Hair Wars Supreme Salon Tour in Chicago.
BRAID OF THE DAY! Find out how to re-create this braid within a braid from Rusk's elite Creative Team member, Sherri Jessee!
Working with Hairdreams hair extensions, award-winning stylists Sonya and Christopher Dove created their "American Dream" collection which represents lifestyle and fashion from metropolitan hotspots such as Miami, Beverly Hills and New York City. In this step-by-step, you will learn how to create this SOHO/New York graffiti-inspired style using Hairdreams' new Quikkies, which help to create fast, trendy color effects on the hair without the use of any chemicals.
Hey everyone! I have another nail how-to for you! It's the black and gold marble-y nail by Creative Nail Design. All you need is CND's Blackjack, Gold Chrome, Copper Chrome and Speedey Top Coat to achieve this look. Tell us what you think on MODERN's Facebook today!
See how to re-create the Organi-tech and New Rock N' Roll designs by CND.
In the April issue of MODERN SALON we showed you how to create Animal Print and Tribal Print nails with step-by-steps in our Style Watch section. This time I would like to introduce all of you to the "Craze Maze" OPI nail look that you can re-create in three simple steps.
Looking to create a delicate, elegant head piece? This how-to has the steps you can try to re-create this "Prim and Pastel" look.
Pinterest, the scrapbooking site that’s suddenly everywhere you turn, is like a gift from social media heaven for the style-conscious, visually driven consumers. It’s a perfect medium for your salon because the average user is all about fashion, beauty, accessories, hair and all things chic.
Add pizzazz to your clients' nails with OPI's new nail art looks using GelColor by OPI, which wears like regular polish but requires no dry time, instead each layer needs to be cured using a LED lamp. Check out how to create this trendy and wild animal print below.
Wondering how to achieve Bruno Mars' casual pompadour? "This classic, short back and side with longer disconnected top, works very well to create a modern square face shape that is groomed, yet casual," says Joico International Artistic Director Damien Carney.
Anita Gutierrez, Master Colorist for Clairol Professional shows you how you can deal with client's who have stubborn, resistant gray hair. Clairol Professional has developed a special technique that will not only provide multi-dimensional color, but it will make gray hair problems a thing of the past.
Designer Katie Gallagher called on Cesar Ramirez to lead the hair team for her fall 2012 Collection presented during New York Fashion Week. "The look is all about the organic woman," says Cesar. "It's all about her self expression and power that comes from her connection to the earth."
Who knew that tarnished metal could inspire a super cool nail look? This metallic look was inspired by the CND nails at designer Norman Ambrose's Spring 2012 show. It's really easy to create with CND Shellac.
The Rusk team led by Jon Reyman rocked Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week with intricate buns at the B Michael show. Creative Team members, Sherri Jessee and Gerard Caruso were on hand to help create the gorgeous looks. See how you can achieve the same look!
Super femme details of bows, sequins and bright colors were met with garnish make-up and a deconstructed wig courtesy of TIGI's Nick Irwin. This prim and proper lady is decidedly disheveled at the hands of Chris Benz and his glam team.
Sacha Quarles, celebrity stylist and Pravana artist, has created many red carpet looks, but has some comments about some of the most talked about finishes from the Grammy's. "Adele, Carrie Underwood and Rihanna had such great style," he told me earlier today. Although a release went out offering some "do it yourself" tips, Sacha shared with me his professional comments....
I just love this hair by Paul Hanlon for Aveda at the Preen Autumn/Winter 2012 show at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! The look is windblown with mixed textures. "The look we've created is a haphazard, sport knot with an aerodynamic feel," says Hanlon.