Fantasy Hairstyling, Pushing the Limits! – Hair Battle Spectacular

 

Fantasy hair is all about pushing the limits of traditional hairstyling. It can include the use of clothing, ornaments, and props to achieve the desired look, and it’s almost always pulled to the top of the head. Fantasy hair competition — which has been around for decades — pits contestants against each other to create a total look of hair, makeup, and clothing in a limited amount of time.

Hosted by actress Brooke Burns, this competition series pits 10 of America’s hottest stylists against each other to see who can deliver the biggest and best in fantasy hair design.

Part sculpture and part pop art, each challenge requires contestants to create outrageous coifs that resemble everything from multi-layer wedding cakes to toys with moveable pieces. The stylists then enter the ring to present their hair creations in a fully produced, dramatic and stylized performance. After each challenge, the judges — award-winning fantasy hair designer Derek J, celebrity stylist Lindsay Albanese and a rotating guest judge — critique the designers on creativity, execution and overall presentation.

 

In addition to blow-by-blow drama in the arena, there is also the day-to-day drama between the cohabitating stylists who fight each week to stay in the game and win the ultimate prize of $100,000.

“Hair Battle Spectacular” is produced by 3 Ball Productions with JD Roth, Todd Nelson, Adam Greener, and Mike Nichols serving as executive producers.

 

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Spring/Summer 2011 Updo Hair Trends

There is nothing sexier and more elegant than a simple updo that adds interest to your neckline and brings a glamorous, yet effortless vibe to any appearance. From different versions of the famous ballerina bun to extremely severe, slicked chignons and high top knots, updos will be one of the hottest hairstyles for spring/summer 2011.

Spring/summer 2011 comes with a wide palette of beautiful, feminine hairstyles. Among all these, there is one timeless trend exuding maximum femininity and sophistication: the updo. Seen in a myriad of different versions suitable for numerous occasions, an updo is universally flattering and works amazing on long and medium-lengthR hair.

Versatile and practical, an updo will always add a special vibe to your looks, whether you choose a simple bun, a messy, festival-chic one, a polished chignon, or, a sophisticated knot with a retro appeal.

Diane Von Furstenberg                                     Jil Sander

The ballerina bun was one of the hairstyles chosen by many designers for spring/summer 2011. Its elegance and simplicity makes it one of the best options when it comes to finding the perfect hairstyle for a casual, daytime outfit, or for a more special event that requires a more chic appearance.
Classic and tidy at Nina Ricci and Jil Sander or rather messy, yet attentively studied at Diane von Furstenberg, there are various versions where to choose from. It is very practical and it can be done in an instant. You just have to make a ponytail and wrap the hair around the elastic band, then secure the bun.

Hervé Léger by Max Azria                                Nina Ricci

Summer is all about flirty and playful, just-got-out-of-bed looks with breezy, romantic dresses and appropriate hairstyles. You can enjoy this amazing season to the fullest going for effortless, yet feminine, adorable hairstyles such as a romantic chignon as spotted at Proenza Schouler and Dsquared². Moreover, if you want to add a glamorous feeling, yet preserve a sweet look, you can draw your inspiration from the Dolce & Gabbana or Nina Ricci runway shows where the chignon reveals sophistication through a simple approach, perfect for a candid and luminous character. This is a simple and chic updo with minimal styling required. 

Dolce & Gabbana                                                        Proenza Schouler

Dsquared²                                                                      Nina Ricci

As we have seen, there are timeless hairstyles that never go out of fashion and keep reinventing themselves season after season. Well, this is the case of the elegant chignon that never seems to fail due to its numerous versions and ladylike luxurious aspect. This is why it can be said that this type of updo is among the most popular choices when it comes to chic hairstyles. 

For spring/summer 2011, a refined, office-appropriate approach of the chignon was spotted at Chloé, with hair worn at the nape of the neck, and Gucci, in a slicked way with a total wet effect. However, a more elegant and extremely polished updo that you can rock at a special event is the one seen at Oscar de la Renta and the French twist from Zac Posen.

Chloé                                                                                   Gucci

Oscar de la Renta                                                     Zac Posen

The newest hairstyle trends for spring/summer 2011 will feature adorable and unique shapes and styles. Creative knots oozing self-confidence and relaxation, yet glamour and style will be some of the hottest hairstyle trends for the warm season. Looking just like twisted sculptures, the updos seen at Gucci and Viktor & Rolf are effective without creating the illusion of trying too hard. 

There is nothing more comfortable and sweet than wearing your hair up during hot summer days when the heat might get quite unbearable. In this circumstances, a high top knot can easily do the trick without too much effort. This hairstyle screams spontaneity and laid-back style and it works great even on curly hair. Draw your inspiration from Z Spoke by Zac Posen and Moschino. Add a headband or a scarf for a unique look.

Gucci                                                                                   Viktor & Rolf

Z Spoke by Zac Posen                                                  Moschino

Photos via elle.com

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Short Bob Hairstyles – Angled, Inverted, Asymmetrical, Blunt Bobs

Bob hairstyles are definitely for everyone. It can suit any shape of face by styling its angle and it can be short or medium in length. Two of the most popular bob hairstyles are inverted bob and angled bob. Inverted bob are cut in a way that your hair is stacked in the back, giving volume and texture in the crown. While, angled bob is evenly cut with the front hair slightly longer. Check out the different bob hairstyles below to see what fits you.

Short layered bob hairstyles

short inverted bob hairstyle

Short Hairstyles – Angled, Inverted, Asymmetrical, Blunt Bobs

short asymmetrical layered bob haircut

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Short modern asymmetrical haircuts

1. Short Hairstyles Trends presents Short modern asymmetrical haircuts for winter and spring. Haircuts have definitely evolved and women go for a new and modern looks. Many women like the versatility of short haircuts. Celebrities can be spotted wearing this modern short asymmetrical look. Asymmetrical cuts and layers are in big demand and women are running to their local beauty shops to put in their request. All types of bob hairstyles have evolved from the various cuts. Here are the hottest short asymmetrical bobs and other haircuts for the spring:

Short modern asymmetrical haircuts for winter spring 2010

 

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Emo Fashion Haircuts For Emo Young Boys & Girls

Popular Emo Hairstyles

One of the latest trends to take the hairstyling world by storm is the “emo” look. Emo hairstyles are quite popular among teens and young adults, and can usually be worn by either males or females in virtually the same way.

Blonde Emo Hair

They are closely related to punk hairstyles, but generally less extreme in terms of height and color. Color actually plays an important role in defining emo hair. Locks are generally dyed a deep, rich color like black or dark brown.

Hot Emo Boy

Then, additional tones and highlights are added in shades like red, purple, and even blonde. As for the cut itself, emo hair is generally worn long for males and short for females. Bangs that hang in front of the eye are common, and the ends of the hair are usually razored to create an edgy texture. Speaking of texture, emo hair is usually worn sleek and straight.

 

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Backstage with Hair Stylist Ted Gibson at Vena Cava 2011 Fashion Show

Each season you can count on spotting fashions elite at the Vena Cava show andspring 2011 was no exception. Elle’s senior fashion editor Kate Lanphear and Bergdorf Goodman’s Linda Fargo were front row and center in support of industry darlings Sophie Buhai and Lisa Maycock, the creative duo behind-the-line. Back for a second season was hair heavy weight Ted Gibson and his team of stylists from the Ted Gibson Salon New York, who we caught up with backstage.

“I’m excited to work with Sophie and Lisa again. This season the inspiration came from an old Vogue that embodied that 70s Halston chic look,” said Gibson, who is also the lead hairstylist on TLC’s ‘What Not to Wear.’ It was the return of the turban this past spring and Gibson remakes the look a bit hipper and more youthful for spring 11 by not covering the hair entirely, but just framing the crown. The hair was first texturized than pulled back into sleek chignon and finished with a bandeaus scarf. This is the perfect look to rock at the beach by day. Then mix it up by removing the scarf for a poolside pulled-back, polished evening style.

To get this look at home you’ll need to:

Prep hair with Ted Gibson Build It ($19.19, beauty.com). This product will give your hair volume and texture when blow drying. Next, take a dime size drop of Ted Gibson Tame It ($19.19, beauty.com) and work it throughout the stands to help tame frizzies while you finger-comb your hair into low ponytail. Once hair is secured into a ponytail twist it up into the bun style of your choose. Try wearing a silk scarf with a pop of color in red if you’re hair is deep dark color to have the full va-va-voom effect

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Alternative Hair Show 2011

In what could have been considered a 2011 Monster Ball Tour preview, the Alternative Hair Show showed off a number of Lady Gaga inspired looks during a runway show held at the Grand Temple, Freemason’s Hall in central London Sunday. In addition to the outrageous hair creations, the models also sported matching Gaga-esque flamboyantly bombastic outfits that featured lots of leotards and a wide array of crazily impractical accouterments:

For LG fashion addicts these last few weeks have been a bit uneventful, so in an effort to sill that void I offer up a collection of fantastically fun fashion photos from the Alternative Hair Show!

Photos: REUTERS/Andrew Winning

Source: Starcasm.net

 

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Affinage proudly sponsored The Alternative Hair Show 2010 

In its 28th year, the Alternative Hair Show is recognised as the worlds most prestigious annual hairdressing event, hosting leading show teams and inspirational hair artists from all over the globe.

Affinage is a proud sponsor of the 2010 event, which this year moves to the beautiful and mysterious Masonic Temple in the Freemasons’ Hall in London’s Covent Garden.

This years show brings a dazzling showcase of mystery and inspiration as the artistic show teams translate the theme: Masquerade.

The venue is the perfect facade for Masquerade and will create an exciting, intimate atmosphere as well as allowing the audience to see every detail of the hair, make up, costume and performance.

GALA DINNER CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF LEUKAEMIA & LYMPHOMA RESEARCH

Guests attending the late show had the exclusive opportunity to book tickets for the 3-course Gala Dinner prior to the late show. This was held at 6pm in the beautiful Connaught Rooms, adjacent to the Freemasons Hall.

Gala dinner tickets for 2011 can be booked through www.alternativehair.org

Stylish Medium Length Hairstyles for 2011

Hairstyles trends change from year to year so if you love medium length tresses take a peek at the following stylish medium hairstyles for 2011 as they can help inspire you for this year!

Choosing to adapt your hairstyle to the new trends can be a great option especially if you care about how you are perceived by others. Usually hairstyles trends are trying o adapt to the new trends in fashion so the look chosen by a person will be complete. Because medium hairstyles seem to be the most popular hairstyles we have put together some of the most stylish medium hairstyles ideas for 2011 to inspire yourself from.

Unfortunately not all women can benefit from the same hair styles so it is essential to choose your hairstyle carefully by paying attention to your face shape, hair texture, facial features as well as personality and style. All these detail can make the difference between a lovely perfect hairstyle and a hair disaster.

Along time a variety of hairstyles have been developed and for 2011 fabulous medium hairstyles have been created by hair stylists just so women can benefit from a trendy hairstyle which will match the new fashion trends as well. It seems that simplicity dominates among hair styling but edgy hairstyles also play their role in the new hairstyles trends.

One of the hairstyles which still maintains a high position among trendy hairstyles for 2011 are bob hairstyles. The varsity of bob styles allows these hairstyles to constantly make their way to the top of the hairstyles trends so don’t hesitate to get the bob that suits you best. Choppy bob hairstyles, blunt cut bobs as well as long layered bob hairstyles can pose as a great option for women with different preferences in style.

If however edgy is your style you can opt for a gorgeous edgy medium haircut which will emphasize your facial features and make you stand out. The hairstyles usually feature asymmetric cuts and lines so the hair will receive a bolder appearance. Hair color too can play an essential look when it comes to edginess so you can go for a cool monochrome hair color or a hair multi-tone hair color depending on personal preference.

Elegant and classy medium hairstyles however are the most preferred ones and they are obtained usually though hair layers. Choosing to incorporate soft hair layers into your medium hairstyle can be a great option as hair layers are known for their face softening as well as hair volumizing effects. Hair layers help women with almost all hair textures receive a fabulous looking hairstyle as the hair usually sets better due to the layering.

Gamine haircuts which have a certain vintage feel, layered asymmetrical medium hairstyles, shoulder length medium hairstyles as well can pose as a great option in 2011 so don’t hesitate to make a choice which will suit you on all levels.
Experiment with your hair and create different look so you can look gorgeous every single time!

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Hair and make-up trends for 2011 from ‘Down Under’

What will be the big hair and make-up trends this year?

FACING FACTS:

Perth make-up artist Yvette Gray says bright colours should be your beauty staple for 2011.

“Looking at what was on the catwalk at New York Fashion Week, there is a lot of citrus and coral on the eyes,” she says.

“Those colours need to be paired with nude lips and cheeks, otherwise the look is way too much.

“There were also a lot of pale white or soft nude eyes, generally teamed up with cantaloupe and watermelon tones on the lips.”

We will also see a new take on the classic smoky eye this year.

“It is always a strong look that never dates but it will be modernised for 2011 by adding a metallic finish to the eye,” Ms Gray says.

“It’s a great evening look.”

Napoleon Perdis national creative team leader Kate Squires says green is also emerging as a key trend.

“The arresting shade evokes so many things – from money to Mother Nature – but, for us, green shadow and liner on the eyes is also undeniably glamorous, especially when paired with glowing skin, contoured cheeks and pinkish lips,” Ms Squires says.

Ms Squires says it is important not to get so caught up with colour that you forget the basics.

“No make-up technique or look is complete without the perfect base and a lot of women still find this hard to achieve,” she says.

“It’s all in the priming. As Napoleon would say ‘not to prime is a crime’.”

MAC senior artist Nicole Thompson says glossy skin texture will be pivotal in the coming seasons.

“We are seeing much less of a heavy foundation look,” she says.

“It is becoming more and more popular – and generally looks much more flattering – when you can actually see your skin through your make-up. This is especially true if you want to play with the bright colour trend.

“Keep the rest of your make-up really pared back and natural to keep the look modern and not trashy.”

Ms Thompson suggests wiping make-up off your eyelids and cheekbones to reveal your natural skin colour and adding gloss accents to the high points of the face.

HAIR TODAY:

Toni & Guy national educator and Subiaco salon owner Tracey Laing says the hottest hair trend for 2011 is the bold, graphic cut.

“Those shapes have got a bit of a power chic attitude, and they’re a bit edgy,” she says.

Ms Laing says classic shapes like the bob will be modernised with bold fringes, a lot of texture and layers.

“Rather than thinking Courtney Love, though, this look will be a lot more finished,” she says.

“It’s a lot more glamorous and high fashion while still being a bit more disordered and textured.”

Balayage was a big trend last year but Ms Laing says 2011 will be all about colour to complement the cut.

“There won’t be one dominant colour,” she says. “The key will be fresh, expensive and glamorous-looking colour that has good tone to it.

“The look we’re seeing is moving towards glossy, healthy colours.”

We’ll be seeing more voluminous hair on the streets and she predicts the topknot will definitely carry into the new year.

“It does suit most face shapes and ages,” she says.

NAILING IT:

Celebrity manicurist Ali Veras, who has shaped the nails of Cate Blanchett, Nicole Kidman and Kylie Minogue, says nails will be bright and playful in 2011.

“Bright and bold shades of turquoise, tomato red, fuchsia and coral are all the rage this season and will make fingers and toes pop,” she says.

“I am really loving Zoya’s new Flash summer collection, which includes the perfect turquoise cream, a vivid tangerine and a cherry red.”

You don’t necessarily have to use the same polish on your toes and fingers, she says.

“Many of my clients like a more neutral or pale shade on their nails and take a more anything goes approach to their toes.”

Text Source: au.news.yahoo.com

 

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PETER GRAY and MASA HONDA sculptural and couture-like HAIR SHOW

One of the top hairstylist in the world, Peter Grey collaborate with former assistant Masa Honda to showcased the amazing hair editorial, photographed by Takahiro Ogawa as part of the Asia Beauty Expo. Aside from inviting 17 stylists, including Nicola Formichetti, Patti Wilson and Robbie Spencer, to customize a simple men’s jumpsuit, the show also featured the cream of recent Parsons and Central Saint Martins alumni, including Jackie Lee, Paula Cheng and Thomas Tait.

The avant garde women’s and men’s fashion was there to compliment the sculptural and the couture-like; two elements that are key to Gray’s idea of show hair.

Hair by Peter Gray & Masa Honda, photography by Takahiro Ogawa, styling by Yasuhiro Takehisa, art direction by Kazuya Goan, makeup by Chiho Omae, Manicure by Kotoe, mask by Hirotake Sakai & Chiho Omae

UPDATE: Apparently there is a little ‘Hair War’ Between Charlie Le Mindu and Peter Gray. where lies the line between inspired and complete ripoff? Watch video below:

More info & interview at www.dazeddigital.com & Asia Beauty Expo

Source: Trendland.net By Cyril Style