The Group by Sassoon Academy
Two great names come together in this summer collection: Sassoon and J.D. Salinger. Inspired by the iconic American novel The Catcher in the Rye, Sassoon designers create distinct looks of contrasting types—ivy league socialites and misfits, the elite and the soul-searchers.
The difference between the yacht club set and the Karma Bums is also expressed through color. Sun-kissed blondes stand in contrast to washed-out shades, existential browns, and muted tones. The cuts cover preppy looks with neat intentions, yet at times the styling is wild and unconventional.
Ivy Mania
A preppy look with a turtleneck and Ivy League flair, as though pulled from a Kennedy family photo album. A streamlined, neat, and flawless cut highlights his distinct features, closely following the shape of his head. The part looks as if drawn with a ruler, matching his composed facial expression. It wouldn't be a Sassoon cut without elements of surprise and innovative design.
The traditional look is elevated with scalloped styling on the wider side of the hairstyle, which also enhances the contrast in hair colors. Underneath the golden blonde sits a crisp white blonde, revealed through multiple narrow partings created with a styling comb and non-sticky modeling paste.
Done Undoneness
The cut—interrupted or resembling a jockey hat with fringes—leaves room for interpretation. The top hair juts outward with dynamic movement towards the back in a straight line. Instead of an undercut, there’s an "undergrowth" with long sections falling down the sides like a thin, straight veil.
The cutting line around the neck is laser-sharp, while the front section is softened by meticulous texturing. Alternating between white linen blonde and a warmer shade, the design creates an intriguing play of light and shadow.
Lifted Locks
She accentuates her status with high, rising curls arranged in noble disarray. Styled away from the face with a small accent on the side, the hair resembles a dollop of whipped cream with white and brown sugar.
The curls are dense and more deconstructed closer to the head, but sizzle out at the edges, especially at the high peak of the center, creating lofty, swirly delights.
Sophisticated Vintage
Vassar vintage with an Ava Gardner appeal still holds its irresistible magnetism. Today, this glamorous style is looser and lighter. A short fringe gives the look a debutante-like shape, while the top waves are clear and defined. The lower, more voluminous half of the hair is separated for a feathered, lighter feel.
Aristocratic Androgenic
With a side part and elements of a classic cut, yet boasting modern texture and adventurous color, this hairstyle pairs perfectly with a shirt, suit jacket, and even a bow tie. Her short brown hair features a softly jagged cutting line, with the length not exceeding her ears.
The top hair is long and swept diagonally, beautifully displaying the dark and light contrasts of the hair colors. The highlighting is a silvery gray with a mother-of-pearl effect.
Feminine Regulation Cut
The stubbly short sides are super neat and exude military-style discipline, but the longer top adds a seductive softness. This effect is enhanced by warm brown coloring with a few gentle highlights that accentuate the hair’s movement. She complements this gender-neutral look with bright eye shadow and a charming bow tie, paired with an Ivy League sweater.
Silver Emo Style
Punk and Oriental design elements merge to express her colorful personality, charting her own path against the odds. Her hair is twirled, spiked, and ruffled in various places, creating a wild pattern of beautiful rebellion.
Karma bum, fire dancer, modern nomad, and star child—this short hairstyle, paired with goddess-like makeup and a painted bindi at her third eye, opens the door to a new world of freedom with intercultural design.
Lupine Colors
The call of the wild is reflected in the wolf-like colors of silver and light lavender, as well as in the texture of this short cut. Large swirls, fine spikes, and contrasts in length are all part of the design, revealing surprises from every angle.
The sides are velvet-short, with a few longer accent strands just before the ears. The irregular cut on top is styled into a variety of exciting shapes. Her large bindi and expressive makeup complete the look.
Wild Child of Style
Dharma, Karma, and Sassoon—a meticulous short haircut with unconventional and innovative styling. Some designs elevate our spirits and take us beyond the sea of conformity and the norm.
With a bright red Om sign painted on her forehead, she’s on a journey to enlightenment, channeling the energy of the Hindu goddess Kali through her eye makeup. Her short hair features two round sections of extra length, feathered up like little swirly antennae.
Hair: The International Creative Team led by Mark Hayes
Color: The International Creative Team led by Peter Dawson
Makeup: Daniel Koleric
Styling: Lucie Perrier
Photographer: Colin Roy