Consumer with an edge. Classic with a modern twist. Such descriptions merely scratch at the surface of the latest Aquage/Biomega collection, Geometrix. By taking the four most effective, most simple to understand graduation techniques and marrying them with your own personal vision, Luis Alvarez says that you can create any look with precision and beauty. We sat down with the founder and owner of Aquage to share with you his foundation for success and his advice for inspiration.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 - 11:52am
And the wait is over! No, we're not talking about the royal wedding—we're talking about the finalists for the 2011 North American Hairstyling Awards!
(Image: Jake Thompson, Avant Garde)
Friday, April 29, 2011 - 8:41am
Decadence. Stunning beauty. Glamour. In this Launchpad exclusive, Redken Creative Consultant Guido distills his runway creations into six lavish styles, better known as Glamorama. “The ’70s were a decadent time in fashion,” Guido shares. “Lots of hair, lots of makeup. The collection is referencing an era when people really spent time on beauty.” And if you're ready to spend time on beauty, you've come to the right place. We reveal the products and know-how to achieve these mindblowing hairstyles! —Amy Dodds
Tuesday, March 22, 2011 - 4:54pm
A celebration of 50 years of groundbreaking creativity and education, the Inspiring World of Redken showcases what's truly possible when imagination knows no bounds.
Thursday, February 24, 2011 - 10:02am
Amanda Jenkins, Master Stylist at ARROJO Studio NYC, introdcues her men’s collection for 2011—Prohibition.
The collection harkens to the 1920s and '30s, the age of slick ricks and dustbowl dudes. And although the looks are derived from generations past, "the clothes are kept modern so the models don't look like they just stepped out of a time machine," laughs Jenkins.
Read on for styling intel that Jenkins used on each of the models!
Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 4:49pm
Lisa Power Salon in Seattle has just released its signature looks for 2011. Each look focuses on creativity, versatility and color and features an actual client of the salon. Highlighting bold, deep color and celebrating creativity, each look is topped off by the use of everyday, “found” pieces as hair accessories—a twist on the traditional updo.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - 3:01pm
Extended Coverage!
Aveda's latest collection, Super Natural, bursts with vibrancy and fierce feminine energy.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010 - 9:26am
Audacious, experimental, innovative: Artists from Down Under strive to stay above the trends. These four collections, exclusive to Launchpad, show the diversity of creativity that Australia’s top stylists have to offer. —Amy Dodds
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 - 11:00am
In The White Collection, the masterpieces aren’t static paintings hanging on walls—rather, they’re ice maidens reveling in texture and architectural design. This latest achievement from Paul Mitchell editorial director Lucie Doughty is a study in tonal hues and dramatic texture with breathtaking results. “I have a fascination with tone-on-tone artists,” grins Doughty. “I really enjoyed exploring all the different gradients within one color to show texture and dimension.” —Amy Dodds
Wednesday, December 1, 2010 - 9:44am
She's elegant, refined, whimsical and graceful. She's the Lady of the Manor, and the muse for Intercoiffure America/Canada fashion director Vivienne Mackinder's latest trend release.
"Lady of the Manor celebrates the art of design, creating looks that are rich and luxurious," notes Makinder. "I want these images to capture your imagination, to refect upon and escape the madess of today's life."
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 - 5:01pm
