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some simple hair rules

(July 27, 2010 – 6:08 pm)

color does not and can not lighten hair that already has color on it.
you can not make someone platinum without bleach! (lightener)
washing too frequently is drying on the hair and scalp.
small frequent trims can and will promote growth.
bangs look good on everybody. (its just about finding the right shape)
anything you do with heat you must also let cool in the same shape/position or it will not stay.
touching your hair throughout the day does make your hair fall flat. (the oils in your hand eventually build up on the hair and weigh it down)

that’s all for now, i’m sure i will think of more later…

By Audra | Comments (0)

Two Hairstylists in Paris – The Reveal

(July 22, 2010 – 9:35 pm)

The fantastic world of Paris Fashion Week revealed. This is the show that Aubrey and Danielle had the great pleasure of working. The designer is Christophe Lemaire.

Written by Danny Leclair

Défilé Christophe Lemaire Spring Summer 2011 from CLPoitou on Vimeo.

Direction : Rosario Romagnoni and Daniel Klein

Cameras : Rosario Romagnoni Daniel Klein Ernesto Giolitti

Stylism : Samuel Drira

Casting : Barbara Blanchard

Artistic Coordination : Sarah-Linh Tran

Make-up : Carole Colombani par Shiseido

Hair : Ramona Esbach (with assistance of Aubrey Loots and Danielle Prahl of Studio DNA)

Soundtrack : Pillosoki (1.Sons of Pioneers / Japan 2. Atabat / Omar Souleyman)

Production : Bureau Betak

Models (in order of appearance) : Ataui Dang at Elite, Matvey Lykov at Success, Liu Wen at Marilyn, Jacquelyn Jablonski at Elite, Kirill Vasilev at Ford, Liu Xu at Marilyn, Jerry Fu at Madison, Ajak Denk at Img, Iekliene Stange at Marilyn, Aiden Adrews at Ford, Monika S at Metro, Chantal Stafford Abbott at Elite, Debora Muller at Nathalie, Daiane Contrerato at Elite, Mathias Bilen at Success, Caroline Brash Nielsen at Elite, Bastien Bonizec at Succes, Luis Borges at MGM, Flo Gennaro at Viva, Philippe Bierbaum at Nathalie, Marike Le Roux at Marilyn

Special thanks : Jonathan Barban, Capucine Crenn, Marie Errandonea, Naoko Honda, Marie Lallemant, Anthony Levy, Beatrice Laure, Namiko Otsuki, Martin Michaelis, Yuko Rabemila, Clotilde Themia, Nina Touitou, Bureau Betak for their support and Betc for the generosity of their welcome

By Aubrey Loots | Comments (0)

Fringe in Rock ‘n Roll

(July 15, 2010 – 1:08 am)

Audra top half “i love you!”, “you rock”, “you have awesome bangs!”

At a She&Him concert these are some of the catcalls fans scream out to front-woman Zooey Deschanel. But why the bangs?

Zooey Deschanel’s bangs are the most sought after bangs in hair salons right now and when you google “Deschanel Bangs” you will get 430,000 results. Deschanel’s stylist herself says, “they want what the haircut conveys, there’s something about bangs that makes you feel cool.”

With other front-women like Jenny Lewis, Chan Marshall, Karen O, Alison Mosshart, and Sharin Foo rocking the bang its no wonder bangs have been dubbed the rock’n'roll haircut of choice.

Bangs in Rock ‘n Roll: A Timeline

The “invention” of bangs as a women’s hairstyle is credited to a musician turned hairstylist named Ziryab
In the 1920’s when bangs appeared on the controversial bob they were associated with rebellion
1950-60’s bangs were a tandem with rock’n'roll: trendsetters such as Mary Quant adopted the Vidal Sassoon pageboy. Nico telegraphed glacial cool with her full fringe.
In the 70’s Debbie Harry rocked a DIY-looking mussed up bang that is still being replicated on Courtney Love and Drew Barrymore
Currently bangs have been the go-to style for an edgy look (Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Richie)

Audra bottom half Contrary to popular belief, everyone looks good with a bang. The problem is finding the right bang for an individual face. They can really bring out your eyes and cheek bones, if cut correctly.

If you have a round face, straight across the forehead-bangs can widen yourcheeks making you look puffy.

Long, side-swept bangs will downplay a broad face. An above the eye brow bang will add length to your face and features.

My personal favorite is a bang that sits just below the eyebrow and cut in the shape of an “M” giving the illusion of longer bangs while keeping your ability to see.

For a consultation come into the salon and find out which rock’n'roll inspired bangs will work for you.

By Audra | Comments (0)

California Dreamin…

(July 15, 2010 – 1:04 am)

Once again, so happy to be back at Studio DNA in Santa Monica! Summer is officially here, while I hear it’s been a lil’ muggy, I think I’m bringin’ the sunshine back where it belongs! As it has been hot & sunny here in NYC, but will be glad to escape the humidity!

So real quick, just want to share some inspiration and trends I’m really into at the moment:

Rachel Bilson ombre hair #1: Ombre hair coloring! If you haven’t experienced it, now is the time. It’s a way to be edgy & different with your color placement rather then the color itself. Think more lived in, beachy, low-maintenance, sun-kissed. It’s the perfect summer look. You’ve seen it on celeb’s such as Sarah Jessica Parker who’s been rockin’ it for years now! Rachel Bilson just recently came on the scene sporting the new trend and of course we have the ladies of ‘The Hills’ sporting the ever so California look. It doesn’t just have to be on blonde’s, it’s perfect for a brunette beauty who wants something different.

#2 Long Hair, Long Layers-Of course with the perfect Ombre color goes the perfect cut. I’m really into ‘Bohemian Chic’ or embracing the ‘Hippie’ in you. Yup, Woodstock is back! With all the global climate changes, and society going green, the looks this season are more Organic and subtle is the word. Long layered textured haircuts accentuate the Ombre coloring and vice versa. You can achieve this with a Straight Razor haircut, removing weight & bulk in just the right places. Nothing better to compliment your long locks then some bangs! Whether they are full and swoop to the side or center-part and wave out to open your face up, a soft versatile bang cut with a razor makes for the hottest haircut!

#3 If your a short hair kind of girl, razor haircuts are just your look. You have the versatility of smoothing it out with textured pieces, or wearing it natural and the letting the texture accentuate any natural wave or curl you have.

#4 Styling: My personal favorite style right now, on & off the runway is the classic ‘braid’…this style has blessed the Summer 2010 runway looks of Alexander Wang & Miu Miu, compliments to the wonderful Orlando Pita, and thank you to the amazing Guido Palau for the gorgeous Kasia Struss in the January 2010 US Vogue

Jan 2010 US Vogue-hair by Guido Palau

#5 Last but not least, fresh from Vegas & Oribe (well actually not that fresh, I joined Mizu & Studio DNA in April for Oribe’s Annual Event, introducing their latest products! My favority being the New DRY Texturizing Spray!)

Products, Products, Products!!! I love them, I always say that in order to achieve salon style, you have to use Salon Professional Products! You are only as good as your tools!

For those crazy summer nights, I am obsessed with Oribe Anti-Humectant/Humidity Spray. Spray a lil’ all over after blowdrying for a light shine, define layers and some added protection from the summer frizz. Also works great as a heat styling tool when using a flat-iron or curling iron..

My second summer best is Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray mixed with a lil’ Bb. Grooming Creme. This is your sure to look beachy cocktail. The best part is no need to wash, the products get better with the days.

Studio DNA offers my fav’ product picks and I can’t wait to see some old’ friends & faces, as well as make some new ones!

Happy Summer All!

xoxo

-a

By Angela Soto | Comments (0)

Crop Tops

(July 11, 2010 – 4:39 pm)

The androgynous ‘do is hot. It allows you to scream confidence, play with contrasting looks, and have easy to style hair.

When going as short as a typical male haircut make sure to keep femininity around the ears and hairline. Just like you would wear a boxy blazer on top of a cocktail dress.. or some purple platforms with your t-shirt and boyfriend’s fit denim. The key is to keep it androgynous which is a playful balance of both male and female.

Speaking first hand (I went from long to short), I will probably never go back (even though I try every once in a while.) I used to be the girl that woke up an hour early to blow dry and flat iron every day. When it was hot out, I would dread this process… and forget trying to finding the right hair band to just throw it up. Soon you are overflowing with hair accessories, equipment, product and treatments to manage your mane of hair.

Now, with my short locks (varying between 1-4 inches) I get to wash and go. Sometimes I will flat iron the long sections of my hair… sometimes curl them… but, for the most part I allow my hair to air dry with a small amount of control serum.

When I went to the other side of the hair spectrum.. I didn’t know what to expect. At first with all of that hair suddenly gone, I did feel less feminine and a bit of regret set in. I felt myself trying to dress more feminine. I even pierced my ears so I could wear obnoxious earrings in to off-set the lack of hair.

But soon I realized that this haircut was a transformation. I found my style. And the attention I would get from both men and women was different, in a positive way. It set in that this was not just another haircut . I dare anyone to take the leap and see what it does to change your life.

When getting the pixie cut do some research. There are many looks you can go with and various details that need to be taken into consideration depending on face shape, features, hair texture, hair color, etc. Be ready to visit the salon more often once you have this cut. Men come into the salon every 4-6 weeks to ensure they dont look grown-out and messy. As opposed to women who visit every 6-8 weeks. The pixie is all about confidence, product, and some feminine fashion accessories to off-set. Enjoy

By Audra | Comments (0)