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Sci-Fi Geisha Updo

After five bags of synthetic hair mixed with natural hair, and 3-4 hours of styling and designing, stylist Kalizya Hutchinson from Nival Salon and Spa in Chevy Chase, Maryland, created this updo which she calls, Sci-fi Geisha. “Our salon collaborated with an idea to use a technically challenging updo,” says Hutchinson. “We wanted to show the juxtaposition of soft earthy textures with hard urban chic. My model, Rachel, was the ultimate inspiration, statuesque and polished. I named this updo Sci-Fi Geisha, to me it showcased a classic undo with a modern edge.” Get the steps inside.

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Create the Herringbone Side Bun Updo

Dress up your clients' buns by adding interest! Learn how to create the Herringbone Bun updo: an alternative to a plain side bun.

That's a Wrap: French Braid Swirl Technique

Learn how to create a french braid swirl that wraps up the head in this step-by-step tutorial from MODERN Facebook fan Erica Stoy.

Braid of the Day How-to: Braid Within A Braid!

BRAID OF THE DAY! Find out how to re-create this braid within a braid from Rusk's elite Creative Team member, Sherri Jessee!

Peek-a-Boo French Braid: Get the Steps!

Learn how to create the perfect summer braid for you and your clients. It's a peek-a-boo braided 'do!

FASHION WEEK Nature Colliding with Electricity at Erin Fetherston

Inspired by the idea of "nature colliding with electricity," signature Erin Fetherston fair tones of white and pastels and pops of jewel tones were accented by metallic prints, light-reflecting sequins and strategically placed crystals. Get the look.

FASHION WEEK: Anthony Cole at Alice and Olivia

Putting a fresh, mix-and-match twist on dressing for a dinner party, Sebastian Professional lead stylist Anthony Cole created a swept-back, "romantic with an edge" chignon for the Alice and Olivia Autumn/Winter 2012 collection shown yesterday at New York Fashion Week.

FASHION WEEK: Victory Roll at Jenny Packham

The Jenny Packham Fall 2012 collection pays homage to the alluring film noir starlets of the 1940s. Lead Hair Stylist Leonardo Manetti recreated the “victory roll” style of the period, named for the V-shape of the style created when smooth hair is rolled around a foam piece (known as a “hair rat”) to provide structure and volume.

FASHION WEEK: Creating the Look for Peter Som

The hair look at the Autumn/Winter ’12 Peter Som show in New York represented a new direction for a new season with contrast playing a key role. According to Wella Professionals' Eugene Souleiman, who designed the hair for this collection, he wanted to create a graphic look that worked with the collection but at the same time was not too harsh. See the steps for yourself!

FASHION WEEK: Backstage Beauty at DKNY

Hair at the Autumn/Winter '12 DKNY show was rich, refined and elegant. Global Creative Director for Wella Professionals Eugene Souleiman created an ultra-sleek look. Get the steps!