BOBS, LOBS & WOBS
Famous fashion icon Coco Chanel once said, “Fashion fades; only style remains the same.” This is true not only in the fashion world but also with styles like the bob. It’s a timeless cut, and always on point, regardless of other here-today-gone-tomorrow fads.
Whether you opt for a wavy bob (aka “wob”), a long bob (“lob”) or just the classic bob, you’ll be on trend for 2016. The versatility of this cut is what gives it such appeal with women of all ages—it can be worn tousled and textured, straight or wavy, and everything in between.
THE VICTORIA’S SECRET WAVE
Soft, voluminous waves that mimic the style of Victoria’s Secret runway models are huge this year. This is an easy style to create if you have thick hair with a lot of length, but even hair that lacks body can get the look of a Hollywood bombshell with the help of a high quality mousse (like L’Oreal’s Volume Envy), a blow dryer and curling iron.
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TWISTS, PONYTAILS, AND BRAIDS
Still a favorite this year are braids and ponytails, especially peek-a-boo braids added as subtle texture, and low braided ponytails that begin at the base of the neck. Simple twists and low twisted do’s at the nape of the neck are also hot--Marchesa and Zac Posen models along with models from Givenchy have all been spotted wearing low buns and twists.
NATURAL HUESThis year’s best color trends all nod toward the natural. Artificial shades are on their way out, and natural looking highlights and hair color are this year’s sought after hues. Beachy balayage highlights, anyone?
The coveted balayage look gives you hair that looks as though you spent weeks surfing on the California coast as opposed to hair that seems like you’ve spent a few hours sitting in a salon chair with a head full of foils. Many of our salon guests are fans of this technique because it’s a low maintenance style. The roots grow out without a “line” like a typical color service, meaning fewer trips to the salon and less expense over time. Look exquisitely gorgeous for less!
HAIR ACCESSORIES
Favorite accessories this year include headbands, hair brooches, Roaring Twenties-inspired draping hair chains with rhinestones, 40s inspired Marc Jacobs pins, and metallic wire wraps like Alberta Ferretti runway models. For special events, a few charms can be irresistible. Think of them as fairy dust for your hair! Whether you want to embellish a braid or chignon or add just a little sparkle to long strands here or there, accessories are a fun and frivolous way to turn lackluster strands into hair that makes a statement.
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