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Depending on hair type and length, adding layers to a cut can add a much-needed boost in overall style. It allows the wearer to create movement, add interest or simply create a more stylized finish. For stylists, understanding graduation and layering can be a huge money maker behind the chair, because it provides an opportunity to transform the shape of a silhouette without forfeiting length. Jamie McDaniel, Sam Villa Ambassador @jamiemcdhair, breaks down the best shears for creating the three most popular layers: compressed, 90’s modern and shaggy.  See her demonstrate each below. 

Is there anything as exciting as making a big change? Few things make a stylist’s heart beat as fast as hearing that a guest wants a major transformation and take off a lot of length. The trend toward short hair is everywhere right now and for many, taking off multiple inches can feel extremely freeing. Whether you’re nervous or excited to help create this change, Becka Bradshaw, Sam Villa Ambassador @beckabradshaw, outlines a few simple principles to help guide stylists through the big cut!  See it here!

Whether you want to get into session styling or already have and in, having a few go-to looks are key when working backstage. From fashion week to editorial shoots you never know when you’ll need a quick and easy change of style. Evie Rivera, Sam Villa Ambassador @eviedzine, travels the globe working Fashion Week in New York, Los Angeles, Paris and Toronto, so she has her fair share of tricks to manage the backstage mayhem.  One of her go-to's is a sleek chignon.  It’s easy and fast and puts the spotlight on fashion.  Learn how to build this runway-ready chignon below!