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After finding the right dress, the hunt begins to find the perfect hairstyle to complement the total look. Just as important as the dress you wear, the hairstyle helps frame your face and neckline to enhance both. Jamie McDaniel, Sam Villa Ambassador @jamiemcdhair, works with brides often and agrees that their hair is just as important as the dress they wear. Why? Because the two elements must complement one another to tell the story. In order to fully understand a bride and what she envisions for her hairstyle, McDaniel has them fill out a Bridal Consultation Form and share an image of the dress. Read on to learn more about her bridal consultation process.

Halloween is an exciting time of year for all members of the family. Whether your little one is dressing up or you’re looking for a fun idea for a themed party, pop culture always plays a role. And this year, we’re sure to see plenty of Barbie’s and Ken’s make the rounds. No matter what Barbie you decide to be, Ellen Devine, Sam Villa ArTeam and Master Stylist at Lunatic Fringe @Ellendevinehair, shares a quick Barbie look any stylist can teach a guest for an everyday style or Halloween costume.  

It’s bouncy, it’s fresh, and it doesn’t sacrifice any length — these are just a few of the reasons why the butterfly cut has become the standout haircut of the year.

While we are all creatures of habit, we do also crave change, just not too much at once. Some of us are brave enough to do a big chop or test out a bold color, many of us only want slight updates to our styles. This is exactly why the butterfly cut continues to trend.

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to embrace the festive spirit than by flaunting a fabulous hairstyle? Whether you're attending a family gathering, an office party, or a glamorous New Year's Eve celebration, we've got you covered with the best holiday hairstyles and the essential products to achieve the look you desire.

Redken Shades EQ, also known as "the hair color that thinks it’s a conditioner,” is a haircolor range that has reached fan-favorite status as America’s #1 demi-permanent haircolor. Whether you’re looking for new ways to add shine to your natural color, need to refresh your global shade or need to tone your highlights, this gloss can do it all. Here are some top tips and techniques for using Redken Shades EQ.

On the heels of Cowgirl Copper hair trends it’s no wonder a new warm peachy shade is emerging as one of the top new color trends of 2024. This hair color trend has taken off thanks to the announcement of Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024 as Peach Fuzz. Here, we’re detailing all the ways you’ll see Peach Fuzz hair color trends emerge this year and how to add a similar tone to your style.

Now more than ever, we are all aware of just how much a haircut and color go together. One helps shape and inspire the other, and when paired perfectly they can both create a truly stunning finish. The thing about hair color is, that you can concentrate on switching up your shade or simply focus on adding a stellar shine to show off your new ‘do. No matter what is in the cards for your hair this season, we’re detailing a few of our favorite haircut trends and exactly how to make them shine!

From color, styling or normal wear and tear, rescuing damaged hair requires a combination of effective products plus proper care routines. Whether you’re interested in an entire overhaul or just a few add-ons to refresh your finish, Wella Professionals ULTIMATE REPAIR range has you covered. Designed to restore strength, resilience, and vitality to damaged hair your hair will be revived and rejuvenated in no time.

Hair color is an investment. It requires time, upkeep, and patience to keep it looking its best. Regular color touch-ups and gloss treatments are an ideal way to perfect your color at the salon — but what happens between your salon appointments really counts. Whether you opt for bold reds, sun-kissed blondes, or rich brunettes, maintaining your hair color's vibrancy requires dedication and the right products. If you’re looking to enhance your color — quickly and with ease — Redken Acidic Color Gloss is a must-have to keep on hand.

The allure of the healthy, vibrant hair that ruled Paris Fashion Week continues to captivate. Alongside the influx of trends and products, one range emerges as the ultimate solution: Wella Professionals ULTIMATE REPAIR. As endorsed by none other than style icon Victoria Beckham herself, these products have become indispensable backstage essentials, ensuring flawlessly sleek locks that are as healthy as they are glamorous.

The 2024 Met Gala Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion brought fantasy to reality with the dress code The Garden of Time. The event was inspired by a J.G. Ballard story which references an imaginary tale of a count who cuts roses from his garden to ward off an angry mob from his castle. It brought a focus around a dystopian tale while drawing attention to the impact technology can have on present-day fashion.

Many of us at home were even fooled by a circulating AI image — which only seemed fitting when the event was to discuss how technology can breathe life into garments that are too fragile to be worn IRL.

In addition to raising money for The Costume Institute, each year the event is a feast of the eyes for fashion and beauty lovers around the world. With everything from the whimsical to the dramatic, the 2024 Met Gala had plenty of inspiration to go around — here are a few of our favorites.

From the way curly hair is cut, to how it’s colored and the steps you take to style it — this texture pattern deserves as unique a method as your curls! Often taking on a less uniform approach and one that’s tailored to your exact curl type, these are the ideal ways to utilize hair techniques and products to enhance your curls.