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Shop It NowPunch Up Your Part With This Beyond-Easy Hair Color DIY
Is it just us or are plain ol' parts feeling a little bit blah these days? Sure, we can always add a jazzy side sweep to our ‘dos, or back to the tried-and-true zig-zag of the '90s, but that doesn’t always, well, do it. Thankfully, in the midst of trying out all of these new bun iterations, Fahrenheit Salon's Emily Bassolino turned us onto a style that ups the ante when it comes to cool coif creations.
And, since adding a "pop of color" is making major waves, sartorially speaking, these days, we thought: Why not give it a whirl on our locks, too? Perfect for finicky or indecisive types — this statement-making DIY is an must-do for gals wanting to turn heads — temporarily. Read our steps below on how you can achieve this punchy part in no time flat.
1. Drape a towel around your shoulders to protect your clothes from the color product.
2. Open Kevin Murphy's Color Bug temporary hair dye ($20.60, comes in orange, pink, and purple). Wipe the color on your finger and stroke it along your part.
3. When you are finished applying the color, add a bit of hair spray to lock it in. Et voilà!
Photographed by Christine Ting
Give Tired Buns A Twist With These 4 Fresh Styles
A wise man once said, "My anaconda don't want none unless you got buns, hon." We totally agree — a chick with a fierce bun rules. And while most gals lean toward easy top knots, we’ve definitely "bun there, done that," so to speak.
What we're really craving is a style that takes it to the next level, so we teamed up with one of S.F.’s most stylish hairstylists, Emily Bassolino of Fahrenheit Salon, to show us four DIY buns with a super-fresh twist. From upside-down braids to a twisty topper, the hair guru styled real-girl model Kim Schultz to perfection…four times! Um, we believe these styles might even make Lauren Conrad do a double take. Here, our step-by-step guide to scoring summer's best buns.
Photographed by Christine Ting
What we're really craving is a style that takes it to the next level, so we teamed up with one of S.F.’s most stylish hairstylists, Emily Bassolino of Fahrenheit Salon, to show us four DIY buns with a super-fresh twist. From upside-down braids to a twisty topper, the hair guru styled real-girl model Kim Schultz to perfection…four times! Um, we believe these styles might even make Lauren Conrad do a double take. Here, our step-by-step guide to scoring summer's best buns.
Photographed by Christine Ting
She Bangs! 3 Cool (And Easy) Ways To Style Your Fringe, Right Now
We love a gal sporting the current holy grail of hair: a face framed with full-on fringe. It’s almost like an S.F. pre-requisite: Move to the city, date a musician, get bangs, break up with the musician, and keep the bangs. While breaking up is easy enough (or not), anyone married to chopped locks can tell you that there are times when they wish they could do something (anything) with those little suckers beyond just letting them hang there!
And now you can, thanks to the handiwork of S.F.’s go-to bangs stylist, Wendy Newsome of Dreamers and Make Believers Salon, and local blogger Kathleen Murillo, who we paired together to bring you three super-cute (and extra-easy!) DIY styles that will help you switch up your fringe. Whether you have an extreme case of rooster bed head (our bang-tastic friends know what we’re talking about), are in the awkward growing-out stage, or just want to take off your hair helmet for the day, click through for the how-tos. We've got a cool twist, an extra-quirky top-knot style, and a deep side sweep that will let you change your look without having to chop your strands (again).
Photographed by Christine Ting
And now you can, thanks to the handiwork of S.F.’s go-to bangs stylist, Wendy Newsome of Dreamers and Make Believers Salon, and local blogger Kathleen Murillo, who we paired together to bring you three super-cute (and extra-easy!) DIY styles that will help you switch up your fringe. Whether you have an extreme case of rooster bed head (our bang-tastic friends know what we’re talking about), are in the awkward growing-out stage, or just want to take off your hair helmet for the day, click through for the how-tos. We've got a cool twist, an extra-quirky top-knot style, and a deep side sweep that will let you change your look without having to chop your strands (again).
Photographed by Christine Ting
Meet 6 Hairstylists Who Master Style Below The Neck, Too!
In the Bay Area, it’s hard to tell which came first, the tattoo or the hairstylist. But hey, we’re not complaining. We like a girl with a little edge! Our colorful city is chock-full of interesting gals who are not only known for their amazing shear-wielding and dye-slathering skills, but also for what’s going on under their smocks. That's why we think it's high time that someone pointed the spotlight behind the chair and onto the ladies responsible for making our city so beautiful.
From a sultry siren to a California girl next door, these six hot local hairstylists have all the bases covered. And we got to know them all the same way every girl does, in their salon chairs — gabbing and gossiping, duh! Keep reading for some juicy dish on the most-requested celebrity hairstyles, insider tips and tricks, and the ladies' very own S.F. shopping secrets.
Photographed by Jasmine Gregory
From a sultry siren to a California girl next door, these six hot local hairstylists have all the bases covered. And we got to know them all the same way every girl does, in their salon chairs — gabbing and gossiping, duh! Keep reading for some juicy dish on the most-requested celebrity hairstyles, insider tips and tricks, and the ladies' very own S.F. shopping secrets.
Photographed by Jasmine Gregory
3 Easy (Festive!) Ways To Upgrade Your Ponytail
We trust you've put a lot of thought into what you're wearing to every
soiree this holiday season, but have you contemplated your hair?
Before you tie up those tresses into a last-minute ponytail, we've got
a few instant upgrades for you to consider. The folks at the
much-beloved Union Square salon Festoon came up with three cool and
creative twists on your average pony that you'll be able to whip up in no time flat.
Just take a peek at the easy-to-follow pictures and
step-by-step instructions after the jump, and get ready to pony up!
Get Your Hair Did On The (Sorta) Cheap At Sassoon!
With all of those holiday parties (and, ahem, holiday pictures!) right around the corner, it's high time to get your hair looking compliment-worthy. And thanks to Sassoon Salon's big sale, which kicks off today, you can get fab tresses for a bit cheaper than usual. This month only, knock $50 off a series of treatments, including the Ladies Indulgence Package (a cut, single-process color, treatment, and blow dry, now for $175; or get highlights added for $280), the Men's Sprucing Package (a cut, treatment, blow dry, and brow trim for $105), or give a gift to a pamper-happy friend — or yourself — by buying a sequence of haircuts, blow dries, highlights, and treatments that are now $30-$75 less than normal. Interested? Step on it! This deal lasts through December 30. And, while you're mulling this major sale over, find out what the color masters at Sassoon can do for you thanks to a new over-the-top amazing series of color-block hair styles! Photo: Courtesy of Sassoon Salon
Rainbow Brite! Peep Sassoon's New Color-Blocked Hair For Fall
Sure, we all know about ombre tips, but Sassoon Salon's latest color collection (Fun fact: The international salon comes out with new collections twice a year just like fashion houses!) is taking the dipped-and-dyed trend one step beyond. "In fashion, a desire for simplicity is emerging — epitomized by the pared-down but immaculately cut collections of fashion houses such as Céline and Stella McCartney," explains Sassoon's new S.F. color director, Dianne Degnan. "However, this simplicity requires a creative edge to be infused with a sense of fun, and we're seeing this concept translate into the block colors that have been very popular this season. Our Minimum collection uses these bold colors as a way to radiate energy while accentuating the pure, graphic shape of the cuts."
Just what does that translate to for your hair? In essence: vivid color poking through in unexpected streaks, with either blunt of faded edges, and unexpected places. Peep the slideshow to get your fill of Sassoon's newest (and completely customizable) range of colors for fall. And, if you like what you see, book an appointment at the salon's Sutter Street space, pronto!
Two Rad Hairstyles For Girls Who Are Growing Out Their Locks
Ever lopped off your locks to rock a crazy-cute bob or a slick pixie, only to miss your mane in a month? Trust us, we’ve been there (way too many times). For those of you currently in hair-limbo, there’s no need for post-shear regret! We’ve tapped super-talented stylist and owner of Pretty Pretty Collective, Georgia Rew, to help ease your pain. So, before you cave and schedule another
snip that you don't really want, check out these insanely-easy in-between-length styles, modeled by two local ladies. Seriously, they're so super-simple, you
can whip them up at home without breaking a sweat. So, whether you are sporting a ‘lob’ or a grown-out pixie, we’ve got a trouble-free ‘do for you.
A Trio Of Super-Sexy DIY Styles For Pin-Straight Hair
Dream of voluminous, tousled, super-sexy tresses, but naturally possess utterly limp locks? We feel your frustration. But you pin-straight sisters don’t have to fret for long. One of our favorite straight-and-narrow locals, public relations maven Joanna Riedl, led us to her secret source for when her hair needs an extra boost of sexy. The place: Dreamers and Make Believers Salon in the Mission, where stylist Wendy Newsome showed us three deceptively simple styles that take linear tresses to bombshell status in no time flat. Check out the results on pretty lady Riedl—plus the super-easy step-by-step instructions—and get ready to pump up the volume (and sex appeal!) on your own.
3 Great Autumn Hairstyles And The Spots To Score Them!
Ever get amazing twinges of hair-envy every time you see a girl with utterly cool tresses stroll past you? Us, too. But this time, we've decided to do something about it. We tapped three local ladies with to-die-for ‘dos and drilled them on their secret sources. What we came away with was a list of three super-cool salons scattered around S.F. From the Haight’s funky Edo Salon, to Johnny Bueno’s city slicker studio in Union Square, and cozy Mission spot Devil’s Hairhouse, we explored just where these awesome cuts come from. Check out the spaces and faces after the jump, and be prepared to get inspired, no matter what color or length your own locks might be... now.
3 Awesome DIY Updos For Super-Curly Hair
Curly-haired ladies, this one’s for you! Sure, your locks might look utterly fab all loose and free, however, sometimes all those spirals need to be tucked up and out of the way. And while a chic ponytail is always an option, we’ve got three new awesome and unexpected updos to add to your arsenal. This trio of deceptively simple DIY styles comes courtesy of diPietro Todd Salon’s mega-talented assistant creative director Moises Villa (who has a few super-curly strands of his own!) and local lady Margot Bookspan, who possesses to-die-for natural curly locks that we just couldn’t wait to play with. Check out the results, along with Villa’s simple step-by-step instructions—and get ready to march into S.F.’s Indian Summer in style.
Jennifer Aniston's Mane Man Is Coming To S.F.'s Elevation Salon
If you needed another reason to book an appointment at Elevation Salon—that is, beyond the central location, clean, modern space, and in-salon cafe—here's one. One of Hollywood's most in-demand colorists Michael Canalé, will now be popping up in the salon two days each month starting this fall. The man behind the glistening manes of Heidi Klum, Penelope Cruz, Jennifer Aniston, and Carolyn Murphy, will kick off his two-day-a-month tenure September 6 and 7. Want to snag an appointment? Hit up Canalé's Beverly Hills salon at 310-273-8080 to hash it all out. Who knows, we could be hair stalking you next!
Michael Canalé at Elevation Salon, 451 Bush Street (between Claude Lane and Grant Avenue); 415-392-2969.
Photo: via Michael Canalé Salon
Michael Canalé at Elevation Salon, 451 Bush Street (between Claude Lane and Grant Avenue); 415-392-2969.
Photo: via Michael Canalé Salon
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