Equally soft and strong - the Mist Collection gives this Spring’s pale palette an unexpected edge. The whisper of color is just a step away from the blonde hair itself. What gives this notion a punch is pairing ethereal haircolor and nude clothing with high texture or a matte finish, then finishing off the look with a dark dramatic lip. It’s when these elements melt together that we witness a beautiful paradox come to life. [pagebreak]
Joico Guest Artist Cherry Petenbrink knows a thing or two when it comes to styling wigs. “I have two clients who still fly out from Georgia to get their wigs set and styled by me,” says the stylist, whose hairpiece know-how helped her color hundreds of wigs for The Hunger Games.
A mixture of medieval and modern, Prague is a city that attracts dreamers, romantics and history buffs alike. Taking a cue from the city around her, Petra Měchurová created a collection that combines the past and future with spectacular beauty. “The colors are a game and fusion of shades, imitating nature and delicately flowing in the hair,” Měchurová says. “This color effect underscores the beauty of hair, no matter the length or style.”
What (or who) is your greatest influence in your work and life?The people I surround myself with are my greatest influences. They are creative, passionate and wise. Recently, I’ve been fortunate to have some amazing mentors come into my life. It’s important to always stay open and learn from others no matter where you are in your career.
Sebastian Professional Global Art Director Shay Dempsey shares behind-the-scenes tips on how he styled hair for this "Beauty Lost in the Woods" shoot with photography by Rachel Jeraffi, makeup by Joanne Adolfo and wardrobe styling by Jesse J Collections.For this shoot Shay wanted to create a hairstyle that was edgy, yet not overdone. The fringe is very choppy and and really opens up the face. The rest of the hair has some short layers, moving from shorter to longer to create movement throughout the hair.
In a world that seems far from reality, the Satellite Collection portrays today’s modern-retro girl lost in high tech digital space. The irresistible high concept sculptural updo’s fixed against virtual clothing demand for an ongoing distinction between the world as we know it and virtual reality.
Brazil’s Avenida Paulista in São Paulo is not only the inspiration behind this look—it’s the setting.
Inspired by the Sebastian Professional team’s travels, the brand’s latest collection, Urban Explorers, draws inspiration from four global cities for unexpected style that’s one of a kind.
Matrix Artistic Director Daniel Roldan and Artistic Designer Dan Csicsai colored this model, who was originally a level 4 dark brown, and offer this “insider” tip: Be sure to take fine sub-sections to ensure complete saturation.
Pedro José Muñoz from Spain won the first-ever American Crew Face Off Global Men's Styling Competition.
