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Articles from ‘Celebrity Hairstyles’

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

The Secret of the American Teenager: They have great hair

I don’t watch a lot of TV but my guilty pleasure is The Secret Life of the American Teenager. There is something about this show that I can’t seem to get enough of!  Every time I watch it I wish I had the girls’ wardrobe and a hair team to make me look this great!  Three of the show’s characters have amazing hair color. Here are some great examples of blond, brown and red color done right.

Grace –Blond
I am tired of the over-processed, solid blond look. Here is a more flattering blond option.  Grace has a darker base of a level 6 (light brown) that gives the blond dimension. There are two different levels of blond in her hair, Level 11 (platinum blond) and a darker level 9 (yellow or honey blond).  The platinum is more prominent, to give hair that overall light blond feel and is broken up by a few light pieces of the darker honey blond.  Foiling with two different blonds and having a darker base makes for a perfect blond.

Amy – Light Brown
Amy is a great example of light brown in this picture.  It is a warm (red brown) level 6.  It is a simple all over color but, at a level 6, it shows a lot more of the red brown tone.  This color, with her skin tone and eye color is very striking and shows why not EVERY woman is a blond!

Madison-Red
Although she is a natural redhead, you too can have this amazing red even if you’re not!    She is considered a copper (red /blond) level 7.  There are many different types of red you can pick from. This one is so great on her because of her skin tone and blue eyes.  Red works really well with blue or green eyes and with a fair skin tone. Don’t rule out being a redhead, it is a great option for a lot of girls!

Tired of your basic over-processed blond or dull brown color? Maybe feeling like a dramatic change and want to go red? Take a cue from these beautiful stars, and make your appointment at Emerson today!

Post by Ellen

TagsBlonde Hair, Brunettes, Celebrity Hairstyles, Ellen Yates, Hair Color, Hair Ideas, Red Hair, Television

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Adam Lambert’s Fashionable Hair in his New Video “If I Had You”

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Adam Lambert has been making waves with his newest single If I Had You, moving up the charts and generating a lot of buzz. We love the song because of Adam’s great style and use of costumes. Check out the video below and find out how to get Adam Lambert’s unique hair style.

He has a great haircut that is a mixture of a pompadour, a mohawk, and a fade, which suits his hair texture and thickness. He has lots of radical texture cut into his hair to make it more manageable and interesting. His haircut has to be perfect because it is photographed so often.

To achieve the style for his new video, his hair is combed upward into a pompadour with lots of product to keep it in place. To get this look, a firm gel such as Alterna’s Hard Hold Gel blow-dryed into the hair keeps it in place, and the style is then back-combed, then set with a firm hold hair spray. He has cutout thick lines shaved into one side of his head-another remnant of the 80’s but modernized to appear current. Removable extensions were pinned into his hairdo in back to complete the look for some of the video shots. This look is totally achievable for your night on the town with a bit of work from your stylist.

Post by Lancer

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, Lancer Forney, Music

Sunday, August 1st, 2010

Scarlett Johansson Debuts New Bob..Yay or Nay?

Always been a big fan of Scarlett Johansson, most recently as crime fighting action hero Black Widow in Iron Man 2.

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She looks good with straight, blond, curls, updos but recently at Comicon she debuted here new bob and I can’t say I’m crazy about it. What do you think about Scarlett’s new look?

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TagsCelebrity Hairstyles

Monday, July 26th, 2010

Kelis Is Back!

The singer Kelis just came out with a great album entitled,”Flesh Tone,” that has garnered tons of praise for its single,”4rth of July (Fireworks.)” The New York City Harlem-bred artist started out her career collaborating with the hugely popular Pharrell Williams in their band,”The Neptunes.” Kelis previously topped the charts with the catchy, “Milkshake,” and continues her pop/R&B domination with the current album.

Kelis’ style is ever changing and metamorphosising. Her hair has been long and curly, short and blue, short and pink and many other colors in the rainbow! In the 4th of July video she dons a cropped do that utilizes her tight curl. This is a shear cut that allows for enough length to bring out Kelis’ natural hair texture. It is most likely slightly longer on top to allow for some fullness and versatility. Try using Intense Curl Cream by Moroccan Oil for curl control, definition and hold without a “crispy” feel.

Kelis’ hair color is interesting as it pairs a light, warm mahogany tone with her warm coloring. In the salon we usually recommend against a wash of similar tones but in a fashion video it is extremely exotic and stylish to create an outside of the box look to define the style of the album. If you are looking to try out this shade on naturally colored hair  be aware that this is an all over color or all over color going lighter depending on the darkness of your hair. If your hair is previously colored it might be necessary to lighten the hair with bleach before the desired color is applied. The important thing to know is that there is an element of violet to the tone in order to make it not look too orange or too brown. Consult with an Emerson Stylist as in certain situations this could be more of a corrective service which can be labor intensive and/or damaging. If considering a color correction, try deep conditioning your hair with the Intense Hydrating Masque in order to prep if for extensive chemical services. Following the color service it is imperative to go home with color support products like Luxury Wash and Rinse which will help maintain your color with high quality botanical extracts and oils.

Whether you stick to your favorite do or change it to something new like Kelis, we’re sure you’ll be dancing along to her songs with style!

post by D’Arcy

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Music

Friday, July 16th, 2010

The Cyrus Dilemma

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Cyrus is written and directed by the uber talented Duplass Brothers whose approach to making this film was focused entirely on improv and character development. The duo disparaged the importance of lighting, cinematography and sound design and made the movie more about creating and capturing true moments as they happen through the use of a small crew and a steady cam. The comedy stars a talented cast of A list actors who illuminate the struggle of John C. Reilly’s character to rediscover love again with Molly (Marisa Tomei) in spite of her 21 year old son’s (Jonah Hill) desire to protect his mother and their close relationship.

Marisa Tomei’s hair in this film is gorgeous and utilizes a curlier texture than we are usually accustomed to seeing her wear. On the red carpet, Marisa usually has mostly straight or minimally wavy hair. In Cyrus, we see how mature and sexy Molly can be with a tighter, shinier curl. This look was most likely accomplished through a shampoo set where the hair is shampooed, conditioned, and towel dried beforehand. A good setting lotion to use on Marisa’s fine, dense shoulder length hair would be Anti Gravity by Kevin Murphy which is an oil free volumizer. If you have natural texture/density to your hair we recommend using the Intense Curl Cream by Moroccan Oil. The hair is then wrapped on 1″ rollers and then secured with a shampoo set clip. It is then put under a hood dryer for 30 minutes (or allowed to air dry over night). Once the hair cools, the rollers are removed and the curls lightly finger separated. For added body or volume, one can back comb the crown and top for fullness. Spray with Alterna Caviar Working spray and scrunch!

Jonah Hill’s hair as Cyrus is shorter than the “curly mop top” he sported in SuperBad. The shorter haircut aids in our perception of his character as younger and immature. This haircut is one length all over and is most likely a short, finger length shear cut. It is important to know that the hair is cut short enough so that the first rotation of a curl is avoided (notice how much straighter his hair looks shorter.) We recommend using Easy Rider by Kevin Murphy to control frizz and curl as the hair will need light control if it is naturally wavy/curly.

We look forward to sharing the brilliantly created awkward moments that the Cyrus character causes to make John C. Reilly’s character “pull his hair out!”

post by D’Arcy

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Movies

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

Inception: Stealing the Mind

In the wake of the tremendous success of Avatar, it’s been a tough summer sci-fi/action/fantasy based films with many failing to impress. However, we may have finally found a contender with the new film by Christopher Nolan, Inception. This film opens this weekend with a top notch cast that includes: Michael Caine, Ellen Page, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Leonardo diCaprio, Pete Postelthwaite, Tom Berenger, Marion Cotillard and Cillian Murphy. The premise of the movie combines the power of the subconscious dream state during sleep with corporate espionage.

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Its scary to consider that corporate competition is infiltrating our minds for the purpose of profit but Leo’s character, Dom Cobb, is asked to do just that. Leo shows us that slightly longer hair on men can be stylish and modern yet still accessible. This is an entire cut achieved with shears only (minimal clippers.) His hairline is “blocked off” which means the nape of his hair is longer without any texture or tapering. Tapering creates an effect where the hair goes from short to long based on the head shape. The rest of the haircut is layered away from the face making sure to leave the longest lengths on top. Try styling this with Styling Mud by Alterna as it has light hold with soft control.

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Ellen Page’s character, Ariadne, shows us a different look than in her smash hit, Juno. Here, she sports an extreme slick bun very high on her head. In order to achieve this style you will need hair that is at least collarbone length. Start with applying Easy Rider by Kevin Murphy to the hair. Focus the product along the hair line in order to gather up all the fine haired fly aways. Slick the hair into a ponytail just in front of the crown of the head. Leave one strand out for wrapping around the bun once you’ve bundled the hair and pinned. Wrap the extra piece twice around and pin. Spray with Session Spray by Kevin Murphy for extreme hold and lasting wear. Tip: If any pieces of the bun pop out, try using a warm curling iron after applying spray to sculpt the frayed ends into place.

We’ll be on the edge of our seats for this modern thriller when it releases! Thank goodness our hair dreams are safe!

post by D’Arcy

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Movies

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Battle the Summer Heat Wave with Short Hair

We are overjoyed that warm weather and sunshine has finally hit Seattle! Now that we are heading into warmer temperatures, some female clients might opt for a shorter, more practical hairstyle in order to beat the heat. Shorter hair on women can definitely look feminine but also quite flattering. We recommend shorter styles for women who have oval, round or square face shapes. These face shapes do not require longer lengths to balance out the features.

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Here, Agyness Deyn is extremely brave with the shortest haircut shown here. This is most likely a simple buzz cut that utilizes one clipper attachment to create the same length of hair all over the head. Many women who have gone this short have reported that it is liberating to lop off all of their hair. No styling needed as you roll out of bed looking the same as you did the night before! This haircut needs to be maintained once a month and if you have this haircut, but want a little oomph to it we recommend spraying Glimmer Shine by Moroccan Oil for luminosity and shine.

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Pink has become well known for her version of a short haircut she has been sporting for awhile now. Her haircut is completed with shears only and is softly layered and textured into the length on top. Its important to leave enough length around the face and sides in order to create the “piecy” look you see in the picture. A great product to use while styling this haircut is Sticky Business by Kevin Murphy. It has good hold, is extremely pliable and stays workable in your hair throughout the day. Put a nickel size amount in your hand and rub your hands together before putting it in your hair. The warmth aids in distributing the product in addition to making it easier to absorb into the hair.

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Last but not least is Rihanna! Rihanna has been playing with different ways to wear her shorter hair in the last 2 years. Here, she has the sides and back completely clippered down to the skin. The top is longer and softly layered with a new hue of cherry red. This was most likely done through a bleach and tone service where the hair is lightened to a pale orange and then a vivid semi permanent shade of red is applied. The only down side to using such a bright color is it tends to fade quickly so make sure to use a color safe shampoo like Caviar Moisture by Alterna to extend the life of the color. A great product for styling this do would be Easy Rider by Kevin Murphy. It has light hold and gives control to frizz and fly-aways that might occur after an extensive color service.

Will you be brave enough to go short this summer? If you are, call Emerson! We will help you determine the best length to receive through a thorough consultation.

post by D’Arcy

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Extreme Hair, Hair Ideas, Short Hair, Summer

Friday, June 25th, 2010

Stars Triumphant Return with Five Ghosts

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A band like Stars from Montreal give indie pop a good name with its songs instrumentalized into thoughtful rock pieces with an inner emotional arc. They are upbeat yet lyrical simultaneously. Stars’ newest studio album, Five Ghosts, is a tour de force with its lead single, Fixed. Singer-guitarist Amy Millan rocks as the band’s front woman and holds her own in the mostly male band.

Amy’s hair color is soft and feminine even though it is on the darker side of brunette. She probably received an all over balayage service. If you are looking for similar color to Amy’s, ask your stylist to give you a rich, neutral brown base color with painted in highlights that are toned to a medium blond. This will create a fuller look to the hair in addition to softening the dark hue. This technique can go longer between services as its subtle application diminishes the effect of the inevitable “grow out” line. Amy’s haircut is a shoulder length, layered haircut with texture. This means that in addition to the basic shape shorter pieces are added to the layers to create movement. This can be done with the shears alone or a razor if your hair is not prone to frizz. Try styling this do with Motion Lotion by Kevin Murphy before blow drying with a boar bristle brush. It aids in enhancing and holding the bend created by the brush and extends the life of the style.

Drummer Pat McGee has become adventurous with his locks. He decided to buzz his hair into a boxy looking short mohawk and added pink and white blond hues to it. This can be achieved by bleaching the hair out completely and then a vivid semi-permanent toner is applied on top. These shades fade quickly so make sure if you receive this service that you go home with a color safe shampoo and conditioner like Caviar Moisture as the hair will be damaged. A great product to style this with is Hair Shaper by Fudge. It has firm hold and is pliable for creating height.

All we know is we are trans-’fixed’ on the success and style of this band and cross our fingers that they will tour Seattle someday!

post by D’Arcy

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Fashion, Music, Salon Playlist

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

Lady Gaga’s Hair Frenzy in Alejandro

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Lady Gaga recently debuted her new controversial video for her bonus track, Alejandro, from her Fame Monster album. The big apple alum has swept the world with her catchy dance hooks, outlandish fashion and performance art shows. From her fashion to her ideas, Lady Gaga pushes the envelope even more with this Steven Klein directed video. It features some references to fascism in addition to using some religious imagery. The song and the gorgeous male dancers with the pop star are an attempt to pay homage to certain people in her life.

Here Lady Gaga explains her thoughts behind the idea of the video: “It’s about the purity of my friendships with my gay friends, and how I’ve been unable to find that with a straight man in my life. It’s a celebration and an admiration of gay love—it confesses my envy of the courage and bravery they require to be together. In the video I’m pining for the love of my gay friends—but they just don’t want me to be with them.”

We love the shots of Lady Gaga with her modified bowl cut bob as the shape is amazing and is styled impeccably. It looks like a modern version of the Dorothy Hamill haircut that was so popular in then 70’s. Achieving this style requires a lot of round-brushing and we recommend doing so with a natural bristle brush in addition to using Radiant Smoothing Lotion by Alterna. A little flat ironing could be necessary for wavier/heavier hair types (any flat iron that goes above 300 degrees is sufficient.) Make sure to use a fluid round motion when flat ironing in order to bevel the hair.

Finish with Working Spray by Alterna in order to maintain movement and flexibility.

What will Lady Gaga come up with next?!?! We’ll be watching!

post by D’Arcy

TagsBobs, Celebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Music

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

The Powerful Men of HBO’s True Blood

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Since 2008, Alan Ball’s HBO drama has entranced its viewers with the special goings on of the supernatural world of vampires, shapeshifters and psychics. Now into season 3, the fervor for this overwhelming trend in entertainment is ablaze for these politically challenged blood suckers.

What makes this show unique is its amazing cast of men which includes Stephen Moyer, Alexander Skarsgard and Ryan Kwanten. These sexy hunks have wet the appetite of viewers with their intensity, individual style and allure. In addition, each of these men exhibit the casual, modern trend of wearing hair longer than traditional clipper cuts.

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In the first season of True Blood, we saw Alex’s character, Eric, with a shoulder length style which eventually morphed into the shorter version it is now. This style is long on top and front and layered through the sides. This is a very versatile style as it can be slicked back or parted on the side. A great product for this style is Easy Rider by Kevin Murphy. It uses shea butter to soften the hair for control and give it flexible hold.

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In contrast to Eric, Stephen’s character, Bill, looks like he has a long layered cut with added razor texture. This thins the hair out and creates more of a “piece-y” quality. This technique is great for darker colored hair that isn’t prone to frizz as it provides more interest to the style than a basic haircut. We recommend styling with Texturizing Glaze by Alterna to aid in defining the style.

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Lastly, the wayward Jason Stackhouse character’s hair is sporting a shorter shear cut. This cut is brought in close through the back and sides and then softly layered through the longer length on top. This haircut can also be razored for fullness but is not recommended on finer or low density hair types. Styling this look is easy with Extreme Wax by Alterna. Apply the product and muss the hair in an upward motion with your fingers.

We are so excited to see what surprising plot twists are in store for us as we watch Bill and Sookie struggle to keep their love alive amidst all the vampire chaos. We’re sure no matter what, we’ll see these creatures take a bite out of life in 2010!

post by D’Arcy

TagsCelebrity Hairstyles, D'Arcy Harrison, Men's Hair, Television, Trends

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