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FASHION FRIDAYS: “NIGHT FEVER”

October 22, 2011 By Sarah

Night Fever – Hot disco nights serve as the ideal backdrop for Andrew Yee’s (Atelier Management) latest work in How to Spend It Magazine. Starring Barbara de Creddo and Tsanna as two ’70s revivalists, the designs of Lanvin, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and others take center stage with Damian Foxe’s ultra-glam stylings. To get this amazing Disco feel in the form of big hair, I wrapped small sections around a 1/2″ curling wand to get the texture throughout. Then, with a small toothed comb and a lot of hairspray, I teased the root and lifted the hair. By running my fingers through the curls and separating them, it gave an overall shape and natural feel. Big hair, combined with the perfect placement of the wind, ensured that this hair felt and looked 70′s Disco fab!

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WILD BUNS AND THICK BRAIDS

July 29, 2011 By Sarah

These wild buns, and crazy, long thick braids are oddly mesmerizing. With the striking eye makeup, the models look so serious and a little intimidating. At the Infashion Blancox by Alado, Juan and Little Lucia during Colombiamoda 2011 at Plaza Mayor on July 26, 2011 in Medellin, Colombia, the show really felt like a performance. For some reason, it reminds me a little of “Big Love” gone wild…..anyone else? Check out these pics and let me know what you all think!

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LOOK OF THE WEEK: Marisa Tomei

July 25, 2011 By Sarah

From My Cousin Vinny to The Wrestler, Marisa Tomei has had an amazing career of iconic films. I have had the pleasure of working with her for press appearances and love her personal style and her amazingly thick, gorgeous hair! For the nyc premiere of “Crazy, Stupid, Love” Marisa wore a super chic Vivienne Westwood Red Label dress from the Fall 2011 collection. Her grey cocktail dress with a cowl neckline was paired with a very sexy pair of Sergio Rossi T-strap sandals. A mint clutch, loose tumbling curls and David Webb jewels completed her look.

To get these waves, I used a thin 1/2″ half-round flat iron! Start by adding a foundation product, like Aussie’s Aussome Volume Styling Mousse, and loosely blow drying. Then I wrapped small sections in a spiral motion down the barrel of the half-round flat iron. Once the entire section was waved, I sprayed some dry shampoo at the root (I Love the old school Psssst brand!), teased the root, and smoothed out with a cream, like Pantene’s Smoothing Balm. To finish, I tucked one side behind the ear and loosely ran my fingers through for a soft, care-free finish!! See below for more pics!

Marisa Tomei - "Crazy, Stupid, Love." World Premiere - Arrivals

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LOOK OF THE WEEK: Poppy Montgomery

July 11, 2011 By Sarah

Poppy Montgomery is a gorgeous new red head!! I styled her hair for her press appearances for the new movie “Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story,” where she stars as Rowling, the writer of Harry Potter! For her beautiful new red hair and fun, high ponytail Poppy Mongomery has the Look of the Week! To get this look, follow these simple steps:

1) Create a natural part and loosely blowdry

2) Wave hair by wrapping around a 1″ curling iron

3) Tease roots for height and pull hair up into a high ponytail, aligned with your jaw for the perfect placement

4) Iron bangs down and away from your face for a smooth front

Here is the video of her appearance!

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LOOK OF THE WEEK: KATIE CASSIDY

June 27, 2011 By Sarah

Katie Cassidy wore a gorgeous coral dress by Bec & Bridge and matching heels by Brian Atwood to her screening of “Monte Carlo” AMC Loews Lincoln Square in New York City on June 23. To compliment the lacey high-necked shape of the dress, we decided to do a rocker-chic pinned up hairstyle. For Makeup, the amazing Meredith Baraf focused on strong eyes, long lashes, and a glowing cheek. For this great combination and killer style, Katie has the Look of the Week!

monte carlo premiere

To get this volume and height in the front of the style, start by applying Aussie’s Aussome Volume Mousse to the roots and blow dry upward. Then set the hair with a small 3/4″ curling iron to create texture in the hair. To keep the volume, curl and clip the top sections away with 1″ silver clips. Separate out the sides and start to twist 2 sections by tying in knots (like tying your shoes!) until you reach the ends of the section. Then twist and secure by criss-crossing bobby pins.

katie cassidy monte carlo

To finalise this look after you have twisted and pinned all the back and sides is to complete the top. Tease horizantal 1″ sections with a large-toothed comb, apply a smoothing cream to add definition, and twist and pin. The key here is looking at both profiles in the mirror to get the perfect messy balance. Pair this with cool earring and an oped-back dress like Katies and you are ready to party!

katie cassidy hairstyle