Hair Quickie: Having hair that’s flowing and down-to-there is a very glamorous look, but you have to keep in mind what it could be doing to your scalp. For most women extensions that are between 26″-30″ (inches) can be worn safely. Tresses that are longer, thanks to the laws of gravity can begin to pull on your own strands and put unnecessary weight on your scalp. Such continuous damage after awhile may not be able to be reversed. Extensions when properly installed and maintained can result in a healthier head of hair. Be sure to watch the length in order to enjoy these benefits.
We love any hairstyle that is effortless, cool yet super stylish. Ponytails will never go out of style, especially since the ways to design one continues to get a fresh makeover on a yearly basis. We enjoyed the look created for Roksanda for the autumn/winter collection. The hair look is pulled back with not so much emphasis on sleek perfection allowing a few wisps to to escape and is accessorized with a headband. The headband is a perfect addition to deal with the impending winds of the fall and winter seasons.
She’s already played a Belle on the big screen and now the gorgeous Gugu Mbatha-Raw has completely owned her former character’s name on the red carpet! Gugu’s pulled back natural curly hairstyle included a deep side part (a trend for fall, be sure to get our October issue to learn more). However, it wasn’t just her hair that we took notice of, Mbatha-Raw wore a stunning flowing printed spring 2014 Delpozo gown. We felt the floral prints reminding us of the goodness and beauty of nature as well as Gugu’s natural hair look complimented each other perfectly. A great hair choice for a chic and fresh gown.
Today we are battling it out to see if its true that blondes truly do have more fun! In this corner we have diva songstress, Beyonce with her version of the short blonde bob. Queen Bey has worn her blonde locks in curly as well as wavy style bobs, but we personally thought she looked killer with it super straight.
Bey’s opponent today is Ms. Good who has joined the blonde girls club. Not everyone can pull off this bold tint, however Meagan looks fierce! Good gives her short hair the curly treatment that perfectly frames her face. So then, the time has come, who wins this match up? By a very slim margin we are giving the win to Mrs. Carter for the fact she has seniority with this particular hairstyle. Both ladies look fantastic and are both hair winners in our book.
Nevertheless, enough talk on our end now it’s time for all you to weigh in. Who wins this hair war, Beyonce or Meagan? Meet us on our social medias, leave a comment and cast your vote now!
Solange hit the red carpet at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards with divalicious hair! She channeled some of the voluminous hair greats: Diana Ross, Chaka Khan and Donna Summers proving bigger is better. We absolutely loved her hair look and wanted to swing it around for her!
Fashion Notes: Would you believe us if we told you that Solange’s stylish pant suit is H&M? Yes, it is true the chic jacket and pants are from H&M’s Studio Collection. The fabulous and affordable look is less than $200!
We spotted plenty of breath-taking up-dos coming down the runways for the Fall/Winter fashion shows. They ranged from vintage/retro waves to braided masterpieces. However, being girly girls sparkle and glitz will always be a major favorite such as this look worn by the gorgeous Malaika Firth.
Firth walked the Dolce & Gabbana runway show that exquisitely matched their gleaming floral hair accessories with their neck pieces. Talk about a one-two fashion punch! We about died from hair joy over this look and can’t wait to wear our own versions of this lush hairstyle later this year. So ladies, what do you think of this hair trend, will you be indulging in floral hair accessories?
This is nothing but a TKO for both parties! A few weeks back Keri scored the nod of our Hair of the Week for her purple tip French braids and now Keke has hit the scene with her own version. Who rocks the trendy look the best? After much deliberation and several Starbucks coffees we just could not pick a winner, so this hair battle is a tie. Keri and Keke both look stunning and you can too! This summery hairstyle will still be a hot trend for the fall and winter seasons. So then, braid away this look is here to stay.
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Clarence Patrick, Hairstylist Extraordinaire, Over 15 Years
There is something extraordinary taking place with numerous women’s hair daily. An ultra friendly hairstylist by the name of Clarence Patrick has BIG passion for women and their hair. His love affair with styling women’s hair came about fifteen years ago. By popular demand, Clarence Patrick has maintained a growing, loyal, client base since 1998.
Clarence Patrick is known as the “ Maestro of Hair ” in Los Angeles. His grandmother and close friends are the main inspiration for him launching his career in the beauty and hair industry. His passion for styling hair along with his creative artistic eye constantly results in stunningly beautiful, creative, original hairstyles he offers his clients daily.
His hair studio is called “Pure Salon” located at 1170 E. Mariposa in El Segundo, California. His Mantra is “ When you look good, you feel good”. Patrick believes, the more love you put in anything you like, only the best will be revealed in all that you do. He specializes in Precision Cuts, Hair Color, Weaving and Hair Restoration and Regrowth.
Many women get their weekly hair fix with Clarence Patrick. He values all his clients. His special hair treatments focus on growing a woman’s hair to maximum health. When this man precisely cuts your hair easily with a razor blade, then quickly straightens or curls your hair flawlessly. You know a hair styling star is born!
It’s hard to believe, more than two decades ago Clarence Patrick enrolled in the Pasadena City College to study Cosmetology. He graduated with honors along with extended his education in haircutting, coloring and weaving. Women from all creeds and hair types drop by to have their hair styled and colored by Clarence Patrick.
His Favorite Quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel “ by Maya Angelou.
For hair consultations and styling appointments, contact Clarence Patrick via email at puresalon.ps@gmail.com and or call his hair studio at 323-273-6943.
Hair Quickie: Tying your hair back super tight could eventually run you the risk of developing hair loss. Pulling your tresses back tightly can train your locks to grow scarily close to the surface of your scalp. Over time if this continues, your hairs can grow so close to the surface that they lose their grip in the skin and fall out. Don’t get tied down, keep things a little more loose when you can.
We love hair that is creative and fresh! In lieu of Project Runway’s new season debut (yup we can’t wait either!) we decided to flashback to the spring/summer 2014 fashion show. If you have ever wanted to try a bang without all the commitment then this hairstyle is perfection.
The reverse ponytail sent hair greatness chills up our collective spines. To this day we still adore this modern fresh take on a classic hairstyle. A ponytail that doubles as a bang? Argh, we just died and went to hair heaven!
