And at Studio One Hair Design, Laura Flood says that it’s not really a color or texture that’s going to take the season by storm, but a new type of manicure called shellac that promises super shine and maintenance-free nails for two weeks. “Shellac is the most amazing new product, a hybrid of traditional nail polish and gel polish,” she says. “It’s cured under a UV light so there is zero dry time. It applies like a polish and wears for two weeks of high gloss, chip-free. It’s also great for toes, especially in the colder months, so you don’t leave with your feet freezing.”
Trends in Tresses
Staying in step with the subdued cosmetic looks that have been mentioned, natural curly hair is making a comeback, Weber predicts. “You see texture in clothing and you’ll see texture in hair,” she says, which may be a welcome relief from flat irons and keratin treatments for many women. When it comes to color, Weber also expects that shades will be more multitonal and reflective of the natural color underneath—rather than bold hues we’ll see pale blondes opting for a deep blond, and brunettes will be choosing cooler, chocolate-toned colors for their hair.
At Studio One, Flood is noticing the same inclination toward deeper color. “Richness, whether it’s blond, red, brown, or even black [will be in] as long as it’s lustrous and fresh,” she says. “Browns and reds are reminiscent of food like toffee, cinnamon, chestnut, and chocolate. Past year’s blonds were ashy and now more warmth is in, like a light golden blond or sunflower blond, however you can add a soft violet blond as an accent or highlight to tone down the warmth.”
RESOURCES
Archerie www.iamarcherie.com
Clairvoyant Beauty www.clairvoyantbeauty.com
de Marchin www.demarchin.com
Lovelei Cosmetics www.loveleicosmetics.com
Marlene Weber Day Spa www.marleneweber.com
Michelle Garesche www.michellegaresche.com
Studio One Hair Design www.studiohairdesign.com
Utility Canvas www.utilitycanvas.com
White Rice www.white-rice.com
