Thursday 31 May 2012

One Trick Pony

In that brief flash of summer we enjoyed, I heard lots of clients asking for advice on battling frizzy hair. Heat, humidity and rainy showers can wreak havoc with your luscious locks and it's not a good look, is it?

It's easy to beat the frizz with the perfect ponytail – (and no, it's not only a style worn by school girls) the pony is one of summer's key looks. As seen on the runway at Donna Karan, 3.1 Philip Lim and more recently, at the ECA Fashion Show styled by our very own creative senior stylist Ryan McCreadie and team.

Whether you want it chic & sleek, high & striking or soft & understated, there are so many ways to wear this simple style.

What’s your favourite ponytail? Check out the celebs below for some inspiration. I'm not sure about Katy Perry's look but I had to salute her bravery with fun colours. Now, how can I work a pony into my look...?


AnnaLynne McCord wears a soft and elegant ponytail with a side swept fringe on the red carpet


Kim loves a ponytail, and she wears is smooth and sleek for a red carpet event (that'll be her life then?)
Katy - never one to shy away from colour or high impact

High fashion at Donna Karan

Thursday 24 May 2012

Good hair day, bad hair day

Everyone is so happy with all the beautiful sunshine we're enjoying, isn't it lovely? Well I've been super busy as usual, what with entertaining in the salons and just keeping up with what the team are doing. This week they are all about the Edinburgh College of Art Graduate Fashion Show. Watch this space for a blog post with pics and details of the looks created.

In the meantime, here are some of the best and worst celeb looks around. What do you think?

Florence in Marie Claire - this shorter, curled look really works for her. Love the dark plum shade too.

The happy couple, rumoured to be engaged - Blake and Ryan. The messy fishtail, still cool and a nice relaxed summer style

Doesn't he look dashing? One of our favourite Scottish exports Ewan McGregor. Handsome and with good hair
Kirsten Dunst looks a little weird here but I'm diggin her old school Hollywood waves
K-Stew need some serious hair-help. Her barnet is screaming out for an actual haircut. A shape. Something!

Monday 14 May 2012

Blow Dry Masterclass: Lauren's Glamorous Waves


This California Girl knows a good blow dry

One of the most asked questions in the salon is 'do you have any tips on blow drying at home?' The answer my sweeties is YES! The lovely Lauren Conrad is never without a beautiful blow dry. Her classic Cali-girl blonde locks are always glossy, no matter how light she goes.  Here’s my quick guide on recreating LC's glamorous waves.

Toolkit:
Moroccanoil Extra Volume Shampoo and Conditioner – for body and shine.
Sebastian Volupt Spray
Sebastian Halo Mist Hairspray
Round brush
Large barrel tongs
Hair sectioning clips

1. After washing, apply Sebastian Volupt Spray to the root area to give the hair body. To begin with roughly dry the hair using only your fingers and the hairdryer. Once your hair is around 95% dry reach for the brush.

2. The trick here is to work section-by-section (1-2 inches) using your round brush, starting at the root to add volume, then working your way to the ends until hair is completely dry. The hair at this stage should be full of body and oomph with a smooth finish.

3. Now use your large barrel tongs to add the waves. Starting about three inches from the root, take one-inch deep sections and wind around the tongs. Hold for up to 30 seconds depending on the thickness of your hair (you’ll be able to tell by the first section how long you need to hold for) then slowly release. After each section has been curled, wind it back into itself and secure with a long hair clip.

4. Work up each side of the head and then through the back (a friend to help is handy here!). Remove the clips once the hair has cooled. Allow all sections to fall then gently glide your fingers through the hair and bring the curls together to form the wave. 

5. Finish with a blast of hairspray to seal the style and you’re ready to go.

Let me know how you get on recreating this look!

Wednesday 9 May 2012

The Met Ball 2012


Actress Amber Heard stole the show in dusky pink satin Zac Posen. With the man himself on her arm, of course.

The Costume Institute Gala aka The Met Ball, is the launch of the annual fashion exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum in New York City. You know, those steps where Blair Waldorf perched with her minions in Gossip Girl? It’s the BIGGEST red carpet event in the fashion world and if you’re not there then quite frankly darling, you’ve not arrived. I was simply too busy to attend this year, as you know, my Medusa clients come first!

Instead I’m sharing a quick rundown of my favourite looks, a few not so good and oh can somebody please give Rachel Zoe a burger! Who was your favourite?
       













Diane Kruger looking radiant in bright purple Prada frock.

Solange Knowles in Rachel Roy and some killer jewellery. We love!
Christina Ricca in Thakoon - daring and different.
Scarlett looking timeless in Dolce & Gabbana.

Coco Rocha - not sure about the suit, but loving the pink dip dye.
The ultimate glamorous mummy - Jessica Alba looks every inch the classic beauty.
Her glossy waves and red lip are the eptiome of old Hollywood.
Now I LOVE Bey, and she looks fabulous having lost all of her baby weight . Who wouldn't want to show that booty off.
This was not the right dress choice. It. Is. Terrible. Why didn't anyone stop her?
Don't get me started on this one. Celeb fashion stylist turned reality TV star Rachel Zoe needs
to be rushed to the nearest hospital. Painfully thin.







Monday 7 May 2012

Kim Kardashian and THOSE heels


The signature K-Dash glossy waves.

Kim's understated heels look so comfortable.

The crazy lives of the Kardashians are one of my biggest TV guilty pleasures. Come on, doesn't everyone watch them? Kourtney is definitely my favourite but I love watching all of the shows, even the re-runs.

Kim posted a picture of the new Christian Louboutin heels she was breaking in over the weekend and just looking at them made my paws hurt! No pain, no gain - right! These spiked silver heels are incredible.

We are always asked how the K-Dash girls get their subtle and sexy waves, and this week, I'll be sharing a quick guide on how to recreate the K-Dash blow dry at home.

Which Kardashian is your favourite?




Thursday 3 May 2012

Tulisa, say what?

Tulisa looking coy...

Everyone is (still) talking about Tulisa. Now, if you know me, then you'll know I'm not a huge fan. I can't believe she was voted FHM's sexiest woman!

Still, she's come along way from the UGG boots and velour tracksuit combo of her early days in N-Dubz. Oh but we do love her lustrous, shiny hair, so I'll give her some points for that.

Shopping list: Sebastian Halo Mist Shine Spray, RRP £12.50 available at all Medusa Salons.