Hairstyles Fall-Winter 15-16 by Laetitia Guenaou
Laetitia Guenaou’s collection is all about throwing caution to the wind and letting down our hair… literally. Here, you’ll find hairstyles that sizzle with energy and sass, turning up the heat and pushing all the gauges into the red zone.
Perhaps this collection is a fitting tribute to the late David Bowie, who favored his fiery red tresses, eccentric styles, and fictional characters that reflected his greatest fears and tribulations.
If you seek out glitter, glamour, and fire in a monotonous world, look no further. You’re about to open Pandora’s box of flaming styles that will put the heat back into your look.
Bed-Headed Curls
This shaggy hairstyle brings back the throbbing days of the 1970s. It evokes style muses like Stevie Nicks, Farrah Fawcett, and Mick Jagger, all of whom wore their hair in this fashion. The shaggy, bed-headed curls are back, as evidenced by every magazine and nightclub around the world, filled with sultry girls sporting fashionably disarrayed and voluminous hair.
The model’s medium copper-blonde hair has been curled with a large-barreled curling iron. The long bangs have been blow-dried, back-combed, and sprayed with hairspray to enhance the scraggly look. The curls have also been combed out with the stylist's fingers and back-combed for an exaggeratedly full effect.
This look is ideal for dress-up occasions, clubbing, or other laid-back events. It’s probably not the best choice for a debutante ball or wedding, though…
Razored Bob Haircut
This hairstyle resembles one that Taylor Swift has worn, with an emphasis on texturizing the style.
What makes this style stand out is that the back section is left long and not texturized, while the middle and sides are thinned out and texturized to create feathery layers that protrude toward the front. The frontal points of the weight line that frame the cheeks have also been thinned and razored for a soft, feathery look.
This style works well with oval and heart-shaped faces with delicate features. It’s important to style this haircut correctly to avoid a frizzy or unkempt appearance. The model’s light copper-red hair color complements her fair skin tone, while the intricate hairstyle highlights her slim neckline and attractive facial silhouette.
Red Hair with Finger Waves
This long hairstyle immediately brings to mind Jessica Rabbit from "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" (1998). The sultry, fiery red waves cascading down pale skin, paired with pouty lips, closely resemble the cartoon vixen created by Gary K. Wolf.
This hairstyle is for women who want to stand out in large crowds, often drawing attention and second glances. The model’s medium copper-red hair has been styled into finger waves, set with gel, and then combed out to form uniform, yet flat waves.
Hair with Crimped Curls
This hairstyle is similar to the previous one, except that the curls have been combed out and crimped with a crimping device. Crimping is also largely a thing of the past.
If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, you’ll remember celebrities like Christina Aguilera and Tyra Banks wearing their hair like this. It seems to be gaining popularity again, with models such as Gigi Hadid and the "Barefoot Blonde" blogger recently sporting this eclectic style.
The style has resurfaced on the runways, explaining the renewed interest in this distinctive look. The long, fiery light-red color complements the unique style, while the cool blue-light effect of the photographer creates a contrasting backdrop that perfectly plays with the hot and cold elements of the picture.
Grunge Style Bob
This inherently seductive, punk-rock style is executed with a touch of female flair. The model’s medium chocolate-brown hair has been cut into a slightly A-line short bob. Despite its fine texture, the density allows her to pull off this hairstyle with ease.
The back section has been curled with a medium-barreled curling iron, while the long bangs and sides have been blow-dried with a medium blow-dry brush to create half curls that swirl outward.
After the style has been ruffled by the stylist's fingers, a thick dry wax is applied to create a grunge look while keeping the style structured and in place.
This is the type of style commonly seen in music videos of emo punk bands such as "Jimmy Eat World," "My Chemical Romance," and "Taking Back Sunday," as well as in underground punk-rock and grunge clubs.
Wet Look Hair
This hairstyle has a "Barbie Gone Bad" vibe. If you’re all about pushing the envelope, this style will fit you like a flaming red glove.
The model’s hair is cut into a medium-length A-line with very long bangs. You may need to sweep your fringe to the side to avoid walking into things, but it’s all in the name of beauty, right?
The model’s medium copper-red hair has been slicked with mousse before being air-dried to achieve a bedraggled, ropey look. A thick, dry-base wax has been applied to emphasize the ropey texture and to the rest of the hair. Some pieces have also been crimped to enhance the extreme movement and dimension of the style.
This look is not for the faint-hearted, but if you have the attitude, it’s worth the risk.
Hairstyles: Laetitia Guenaou
Hair: Agata Kociolek, Magdalena Piwowarska, Coraline Gustave, Marine Da Costa
Makeup: Karolina Supernak
Stylist: Weronika Wysoczynska
Photography: Jacek Ura & Szymon Szyndlar