Say goodbye to… cold shades, like platinum, and boring bobs, says top Auckland hairdresser Natasha Radonich.
“With colour, we’re moving to warmer tones like coral or honey blondes,” she explains. “And we’re putting more red in the hair. Traditionally, copper tones have been seen as difficult for anyone with a lot of pink in their skin but I think you can find the right shade for pretty much anyone.”
Natasha says she’s seeing shorter pixie cuts coming through – think oia Farrow with softer waves, not straight and spiky. Longer hair is curled loosely or worn in waves. Heavy fringes pushed to one side are still quite big.
And if you’re going for a bob, wear it with curls or a natural wave. “The young ones are going crazy with top knots,” adds Natasha. “They’re worn high on the head, big and messy, as though they’ve just been pinned up while you’re taking off your makeup.”
You can still use your hair irons, but Natasha advises only to create a sleeker look – avoiding poker-straight hair.
Say hello to… international travel.
A big world trip is beyond the budget for most of us but your hair can still have an international flavour thanks to L’oréal Professionnel’s spring/summer 2010 colour collection. It’s called Travel Journal and is inspired by exotic destinations.
“Hair follows what happens with the fashion trends,” says Rebecca Brent of Wellington salon, Willis York. “This summer, there are lots of styles based on Farrah Fawcett and Jaclyn Smith in the original Charlie’s Angels. Not as big though – a toned-down version with lots of loose layers and soft around the face.”
Colour looks like it’s been naturally lightened by travel in sunny climes and Rebecca says there are lots of sandy or golden blondes, and copper or mahogany hues in the collection.
All six Travel Journal styles are named after the places that inspired them. Casablanca is a Farrah-like golden blonde with flipped ends. Darjeeling is a deeper brown with copper, full and soft like Jaclyn Smith.
Big soft braids remain on trend. “They’re easy to do and great for summer,” says Rebecca.
Suit yourself
Choosing a new hair colour? Look to your skin-tone to work out what will suit you best.
Coppers, honey golds and caramel browns look best if you have red-toned skin. Steer clear of pinky reds and burgundies.Dark tones with blue notes, such as burgundy or deep auburn, are the choice if you have sallow or yellow-toned skin. Give golds a miss.
Burgundies, chestnuts and caramels look great with olive skin. Don’t go more than three shades lighter than your natural hair colour.
Ashier browns or dark chocolates look good on pale-skinned, pink-cheeked complexions. Too much red should be avoided.
And lucky you if you have pale, ivory skin – think Nicole Kidman – because you’ll look good in dark, blonde or red shades.
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