When I walked into the Chris Chase Salon my first thought was, “Do I need to be on the guest list to see my colorist?” This posh hair shop suggests more of a bustling “it” spot rather than a full-service salon. A breathtaking crystal chandelier, beautiful crown moldings and cool grey tones create a hip <... >
It was back in August that the retail world made us well-aware of the approaching holiday season; many stores skipping the in-between holidays altogether and moving right on to Christmas decorations, music and a forced cheer that we couldn’t snub. But even if back then you tried your best to ignore the impending holiday season, <... >
There are a lot of options out there. So, we’ll save you some time. If you’re looking for a new, knock-’em dead holiday hair style, we’ve compiled some of our favorites here. Give them a shot sometime, like when you’re stuck in traffic heading home for the holidays. We’ve got some tips on how to <... >
Hair is Seasonal; a Lesson From Two Salon Experts:
‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ and the ‘Madonna of Hair’
By Kelly Hushin
Sweaters are on, fingerless gloves are in, pashminas are wrapping, boots are strutting, coats are buttoned, tans are fading and hair…well, somehow hair is still Pam Anderson blonde and dry as the Sahara. Not that there’s anything wrong with blonde, but let’s face it; this is New York City, not Malibu. If you find your <... >
There once was a girl with a head full of curls and oh how she was adored. Her curls were pinged and twirled – she felt like the fairest in the world…until she grew up and realized she looked like a throwback from a time when afros were cool… Enter Haime Munoz’s EasyStraight, a revolutionary <... >
It’s time to get serious. And if you’re serious about the environment, and your role in its welfare, then you’re in luck. It seems that the world is finally waking up to the green movement and making it easier for every consumer to do their part. Davines, an internationally-renowned hair care company, is leading the <... >
Tosler Davis founders Alan Tosler and Sean Davis created an extraordinary salon above Fifth Avenue in the Flatiron district. Light-filled, modern and staffed with genuinely friendly people, it’s a place where you can be assured of a sophisticated cut tailored specifically to your face shape and personal style. A favorite for media and art world <... >
Next time that you’re in a rush, just give yourself a minute to breathe. You’ve picked over every detail from your face to your shoes, but how about the scent you’re leaving behind? Is it exotic? Is it one that you’d like to be remembered by? If success is truly in the details, then my <... >
Do you find yourself day after day staring dejectedly at your listless, dry, dull-looking hair? Do you dream about having a cascading head of rich, voluptuous waves, a shining mass of curls or a smooth curtain of velvety perfection? If the answer is yes, then you are amongst the hundreds of women who are inadvertently <... >
These days we are in a perpetual rush. Mad-dashing from meeting to engagement, hither and yon. That kind of thing can start to wear on a girl and even though you may be plumping up the lines and botulizing the crow’s feet, your hair can be a telltale sign of how old you really are. <... >
The Hue for You:
Celebrity hair stylist Sharon Dorram-Krause weighs in on achieving the best hair color this fall
By Nakisha Williams
Summer’s gone in for hibernation, and just as the seasons change, so do our looks. This fall, as you prepare to revamp your wardrobe with “it” bags and chic coats, consider adding another hot accessory to your list of splurges: a fresh new hair color. A new hair color can have as lasting an affect <... >
It’s been a while since we’ve seen the fall fashion show. It’s been so long, in fact, that spring has sprung in the fashion world. So, in case you forgot what the experts have conceived, here’s a quick refresher on the hair of the season – now that it’s finally here and all. Take a <... >
There’s always a certain thrill associated with discovering an untapped entity — especially when it relates to beauty. This is how I felt when I experienced Le Mino Salon which only opened its doors this past June. Like most things, I heard about Le Mino from a friend who insisted that I give it a <... >
Anna Wintour has immortalized it. Victoria Beckham, a.k.a. Posh Spice, wears it with an English rock star meets American royalty style. Even Katie Holmes has ventured from under Tom’s wing and added charm to trend. What am I talking about, you want to know? Only the escalating sensation of the blunt bob, I say. According <... >
September’s Featured Stylist: Sarra ‘Na With clients like Kate Hudson, Sofia Coppola, Calvin Klein and Scarlett Johannsen, celebrity stylist Sarra ‘Na has quite an impressive Hollywood hair portfolio. She has collaborated with celebrated photographers such as Annie Leibovitz and Tom Munro and her work has been featured in the glossy pages of Elle, Vogue and <... >
Robb Bruce was going to be honest with me. That’s what I determined after having a seat in his chair at David Ryan Salon of Hell’s Kitchen (aka the “gentrified “Clinton District) “You scheduled a single process?” he asked, his face full of worry. It had been four months since I’d let anyone touch my <... >
Finding the perfect bathing suit is hard enough, never mind having to worry about how your hair looks at the beach. Luckily, here are four easy and chic hair options to keep you not only cool but will also give you a sexy edge over other beach-dwellers. Jessica Biel’s Beach Waves – First, towel-dry damp <... >
Clarify The touch, the feel, of cotton…in your shampoo? Just when you thought you heard of everything, Fresh introduces Cotton Shampoo as a whole new way to add texture and enrich hair with proteins. This volumizing formula contains linden bud and moringa seed extracts which improve hair strength and shine and prevents microparticles from environmental <... >
Whether your hair is color-treated or not, everyone should protect their tresses from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Luckily, thanks to all the women that DO color their hair, there are a myriad of fabulous options to prevent your hue from fading and your locks from drying out at the beach and the pool. Frédéric <... >
Sun, salt water and chlorine signify summer’s arrival but our hair would rather hide under a hat for the next two months than face these seemingly innocent elements. Let’s not forget about the increase in heat and humidity that can turn even slightly wavy hair into the feared poof. You and your hair can make <... >