Nouveau Romantic
Rainbow Room International
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Mix modern graphical and architectural lines with some of the favorite hairstyles of the 60s and 70s, and you get a mind-blowing contemporary collection of looks that is, at once, elegant and extravagant. Shapes are reduced to their essence, and the hair is treated to bring out its full beauty with all the supple softness and shine it can have.
There is a perfect balance of control, polished and bold expression. Bobs, bowl cuts, round styles, and rolled, tufted creations celebrate the color blonde, but there is also room for one brunette style. The soft hair color, together with the smooth texture, gives even a very geometric haircut enough gentleness to have a sensual and romantic allure.
Short Bob
A very short A-line cut to laser sharpness and treated with smoothing serum for a precious, sleek surface without any disruptions. Straight lines and distinct angles dominate the shape, but the entire look still exudes a soft, sensuous feel.
Part of the reason is the beautiful beige blonde hair color and the rounded silhouette that closely follows the contour of her head. The partition is used as a strong design element with its unique line, allowing the front section to originate far back on the crown.
Cap Cut with Sideburns
If you have finer hair and are tired of trying to build up volume, the new sleek shorties might be just the right look for you. The hair is contoured close to the head and cut in a cap shape that continues all around the head at eye level.
The lower hair is clipped short, and on each side, in front of her ears, a tiny, stylish, and feisty sideburn was shaped. If it weren't for the little curve in the fringe, there would be perfect symmetry in this simple but daring short haircut. Her hair color is a cocoa brown, a great match for her skin tone and eye color.
Hair Rolled Inward
One of the most memorable retro hairstyles is round all over. Wherever you look, on all sides, there is no interruption to the lines that circle the head in an angled oval. Tapering along the sides of the face transitions into the bangs and down again.
Folded and Rolled
Preppy, immaculate, and space-age chic. A novel interpretation of the chignon boasts a unique combination of techniques to create this updo. The hair was separated into a wide section that includes the long front hair and the sides, extending to a spot just behind the ear.
The side hair was gathered and pulled fairly tight for a strict (but not painful) fit. The resulting long ponytail, which includes side and back hair, was folded and pinned into a puffy and smooth chignon.
As a last step, the wide front, after being treated with smoothing lotion and a strong-hold styling product, was folded back over the head, across the chignon, and also fastened invisibly underneath.
Upstyle with Tuft
Looking for a new look that will make heads turn at the office? Mix a bit of strictness with a playful tuft for a fresh approach to professional hairstyles.
To avoid flyaways, the hair was treated with either gel or wax and then combed toward the back, where it can be twisted into a tight bun or, alternatively, gathered into a ponytail. The front hair frolics in large curls and displays its lighter blonde color in a refreshing way.
Rolled Front Updo
Shaped almost like a seashell, this rolled-up look displays a true sense of style and innovation. It is inspired by vintage looks but, most of all, by the organic, round, and flowing shapes found in nature.
The message is soft, feminine, and deeply romantic, with a glowing aura filled with the golden radiance of her medium blonde hair.
Hair: Suzie McGill, Rainbow Room International
Makeup: James O'Reilly
Styling: Jared Green
Photography: John Rawson
See also: Short hairstyles | Up styles