A Fresh Play on Curls:
Fall 2011 Bridal Hair
By: Angie Manson
Girls start planning their weddings far before they even get the ring. Almost every detail of the big day is carefully planned out in their heads, from the beadwork on the dress to the color of the linens. But often, choosing a hairstyle is one of the last decisions a bride makes, even though it’s one of the most important. To get your fall brides thinking about how to wear their hair, we asked Redken Session Stylist Giovanni Giuntoli to provide how-tos for three distinct looks from Fall 2011 Bridal Fashion Week. This fall, Giovanni said bridal hair is all about a play on curls to create an edgier, more youthful look.
CUTTING EDGE PLEAT AT KENNETH POOL
"The luxury finish to the updo reflects the high-end Kenneth Pool look,” commented Giovanni. “This line is more avant-garde and more high-fashion, so we created a striking, contemporary updo that pushes the envelope.”
How to Get the Look:
To create this look, prep the hair by blow-drying with aerate 08 bodifying cream-mousse, applying at the roots and through the ends for all-over body and texture. Fold all of the hair except for the front section two inches from the crown into a pleat. Curl small sections of the front two inches with a 1-inch barrel and pin each up in place atop the head. “The curls add a softer silhouette for height and a light, airy texture that you can almost see through.” Giovanni said. For added shine and hold, finish the look with pure force 16 non-aerosol fixing spray.
END-OF-DAY WAVES AT CHRISTOS
“This season the traditionally preppy Christos look evolved for the next generation, and the hair embraces this edgier attitude,” Giovanni said. “The hair is down when it is typically up, resulting in a youthful, casual after-wedding look that’s flattering and flirty.”
How to Get the Look:
To achieve the look, prep hair to add texture and extra hold with Redken wool shake 08 gel-slush texturizer and then layer on spray starch 15 versatile ironing spray. Part the hair wherever it best reflects the face shape, whether it be left, right or center. Set the curls with a 1-inch curling iron and pin in place until dry. Let the curls out and pull until you have soft waves, finishing the style with fashion work 12 versatile working spray to achieve a silky matte finish. “These waves are not tight, they’re fresh. We’re trying to get away from the corkscrew,” Giovanni explained.
STATEMENT PONY AT AMSALE
“This season of Amsale reflects another evolution and a new approach, with a natural, youthful ponytail with soft with volume at the crown for added glamour,” Giovanni said.
How to Get the Look:
Obtain this look by first sectioning off the hair at the crown, misting with forceful 23 super strength finishing spray and then back brushing for height. “Play with the shape and height at the crown to keep it tailored to the face shape,” Giovanni explained. Next gather the hair into a pony and wrap a 1-inch section around the elastic. Leave a natural wave in the pony tail and mist with shine flash 02 glistening mist for a glossy polish.
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