Couture Design House Draws From Historic Royalty

TeKay Designs, a couture house based in Houston, debuted its “Queen of the Brides” royalty themed bridal gowns during New York Fashion week this past February. The collection was inspired by the elegance of historic monarchas, and featured luxury fabrics, textures and colors. Not only were the gowns unique, but the faces that graced the runway were as well, as diversity was applied to the model … Continue reading Couture Design House Draws From Historic Royalty

HOW TO: Perfect Buns At Paris Fashion Week

Pulled back hair dominated on the runways of Paris Fashion Week. Whether they were sleek and sulty or messy and edgy, this hairstyle prevailed. Here are some tips on how you can get the looks styled by Redken Creative Consultant Guido. LANVIN FALL – WINTER 2014 The hair at Lavin’s F/W 2014 collection was amped up with wet and greasy textures to give the hair a nighttime … Continue reading HOW TO: Perfect Buns At Paris Fashion Week

HOW TO: The Ponytail At Valentino’s F/W 2014 Show

Redken Creative Consultant Guido created a playful twist on the traditional ponytail look for Valentino’s Fall/Winter 2014 Paris Fashion Week show. The out-of-the-box look lent itself well to the eccentric designs presented in the collection season, and added lightness to the collection as a whole. “The collection this season felt more eclectic, so I wanted the hair at Valentino to be more whimsical and playful,” said … Continue reading HOW TO: The Ponytail At Valentino’s F/W 2014 Show

Diego Binetti NYFW F/W 2014 Hair Recap

During New York Fashion Week designer Diego Binetti revealed his FW14 collection title LOVE. The collection features cape-like wool coats, wild prints, and oversized knits and tops. According to Binetti, “The LOVE by Diego Binetti FW14 has a spirit that is Nomadic with a city-slicker vibe…LOVE collection is unapologetically street-inspired with a sophisticated bohemian flair.” Stylist Jenny Balding created the hair look for the collection’s debut developing … Continue reading Diego Binetti NYFW F/W 2014 Hair Recap

Couture Fashion Week New York 2/14/14 6pm Show

On Friday, February 14th I attended the 6pm show of Couture Fashion Week featureing designers Nonye Lumm Couture, Wesley Petermann and Marisol Henriquez. Set to the pulsating beats of African music Nonye Lumm Couture was first up with a vivid display of gorgeous evening gowns, billowing dresses and tailored suits. The edgy androgynous creations of swiss designer Wesley Petermann was up next. Highlights included a show-stopping fur dress creation, and a flamboyant Lady-Gaga-esqe … Continue reading Couture Fashion Week New York 2/14/14 6pm Show

NYFW 2014 Hair Recap: Marc By Marc Jacobs

The hair at the 2014 Fall/Winter New York Fashion Week presentation by Marc By Marc Jacobs, brought us all back to our school girl days, with two tight clean braids accessorized with black headbands. The hair was made a little playful with slightly disheveled strands, as a way to make it clear that even though the hairstyle was playful, a Marc girl isn’t a typical girl … Continue reading NYFW 2014 Hair Recap: Marc By Marc Jacobs

A/W 2014 By Misha Presentation

On Monday, February 10th I attended the A/W 2014 Presentation of London fashion designer Misha Vaidya at New York’s Lali Lali Gallery. Vaida’s clothing line By Misha, which launched in 2011, always unveils a collection with a unique story and theme. This season’s collection titled “Eloquence,” debuted against a simplistic romantic backdrop of hanging lights in a dimly lit room. Featuring deep colors such as navy, burgundy, … Continue reading A/W 2014 By Misha Presentation

PFW S/S 2014 Louis Vuitton Show Hair Recap

In case you missed it, the hair at the Louis Vuitton show at the S/S 2014 Paris Fashion Week was a spectacular production. Styled by Redken Creative Consultant Guido, messy hair strands poked out of the dramatic headpieces. “It’s a very stylized look, which is fitting for Marc Jacobs. I wanted the hair to be in a messy knot to offset the richness of the headdress.” … Continue reading PFW S/S 2014 Louis Vuitton Show Hair Recap

Highlights From Nolcha Fashion Week’s September 11th 7:30pm Runway

On September 11th, I attended the 7:30pm runway show of Nolcha Fashion Week. The night’s show was jammed pack with an audience eager to see the creations from up-and-coming designers Mariana Valentina, Leka, Lum, Studio 6th Sense and Nina Athanasiou. The designers did not disappoint. Mariana Valentina’s line on women’s eveningwear kicked off the show with freely flowing silk gowns. Next up, were breathtaking dresses by Léka, … Continue reading Highlights From Nolcha Fashion Week’s September 11th 7:30pm Runway

MBFW Backstage Access: Brandon Sun

On Wednesday, September 11th, Brandon Sun presented his Spring/Summer collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. According to Red Door Spas’ National Creative Director and Master Hair Stylist Zahir Ziani, since the garments in the collection were bold and geometric, the hair was kept soft and sophisticated. Long hair was parted down the center, then swept back into a low side bun. Stray pieces were allowed to fall … Continue reading MBFW Backstage Access: Brandon Sun