Umbra by Sassoon
Sassoon's masterpiece collection is named Umbra, after the Latin word for "shadow." The inspiration for it came from the masters of light and shadow, surrealist artists Man Ray and Salvador Dalí.
Their incredible imagination and perfection of technique are the foundation of the creations seen in this group of dramatic hairstyles, which feature dreamlike beauty and haunting presence.
Naturally Refined
Natural fall and extravagant details make this shoulder-length hairstyle irresistible. It appears so effortless, but every flip and curve has a purpose in the design. The fringe follows the shape of her eyebrows, including the little dip it takes into the sides.
This shape makes her eyes the focal point and balances all the movement on the sides. While the top is very sleek, volume builds up in the shallow waves on both sides. One edge is flipped outward, and the other turned in to follow the same direction. Her hair color is a raven black with a bluish shine, reflecting the color of her eyes.
Mushroom Cut in Blue
A complete work of art is balanced in its composition and in relation to its surroundings. The short haircut is shaped following the lines of her body, with the curve of the neck continuing into the design of the wedge-shaped sides. The soft angle brings all the volume up to the length of her fringe, which sits about halfway across her forehead.
The smooth shape recalls the famous mushroom cuts of the 1960s and has elements of vintage Sassoon. It exaggerates this form in size and color. A black base highlights the vibrancy of the electric blue streaks, which are most dominant in the bangs and on one side.
Geometry in Red
If you are looking for a neat short hairstyle that is out of the ordinary, then this exciting manifestation of geometry and hair color could be a winner. Sassoon's extraordinary hair cutting technique, honed by decades of creating the most beautiful and lasting hairstyles, is evident in every inch of this impeccable look.
A super-fine graduation around the lower perimeter, from ear to neck, ensures a smooth shape with most of its rounded volume at mid-length. The short fringe follows the curves of her eyebrows but does not touch them. Light and dark shades of shimmering red continue to define the shape in all its amazing dimension.
Vintage Waves
Fitting to the era of the surrealists who inspired this collection, this short hairstyle design is rooted in the 1930s. Strongly developed finger waves define the structure of the short bob. It’s a flamboyant look with an attitude of lavish luxury and timeless beauty.
The cut and styling focus on softness and a harmonious flow, with well-developed waves that are slightly separated. The black hair color is as timeless as the style itself.
Blonde Bob in Motion
Each of the silky strands moves with vivacious grace, bringing life to the chin-length tapered bob. The cut is so perfectly tuned that the hair curves on its own, making styling a breeze—just like the light summer wind that ruffles the hair in this image.
With a generous fringe covering her eyes, the movement also has a practical aspect. Her dark golden blonde hair color gets a special boost from the intricate highlights.
Hair: Sassoon