Le Baiser by Sassoon
Haute Couture Meets Burlesque: Grand style is designed to tease and tempt, to shock and be adored. Created in the Sassoon tradition with refined cutting techniques and high-quality styling, these works of art merge post-modern geometry with the heat of cult icons like Bettie Page.
The outrageous hairstyles feature bodacious curls placed atop smooth, controlled bases. Bold, thick bangs cut with sharp precision are juxtaposed with dazzling movement.
Two-Tone Coloring
A mass of dark, untamed curls forms a round silhouette rising from a graduated neck and covering the entire top. The sides are meticulously cut in a precise line around the ears and transition softly into the highlight of this style—the fringe.
Colored in bright persimmon orange, the fringe stands out with its intense hue and sleek texture. A long tendril of the same hue sprouts on one side, adding both a savage touch and extravagant asymmetry.
High on the Fringe
The metallic, slick shimmer of the bevel-cut, rounded fringe draws attention to a towering heap of lofty curls that wrap around the head in a descending curve. The style begins with significant height above the right temple and ends at the left ear, level with the cheekbone.
The hair color is a deep garnet red, conveying mystery and elegant seduction.
Modern Veil
The otherworldly smoothness showcases Sassoon's superior design and cutting technique. Each hair is meticulously placed, with no intention of moving. A laser-sharp line moves straight across the forehead, forms a small curved transition to the sides, and continues around to the nape.
Adding to the stunning effect, a thin veil of hair is pulled forward, descending in semi-transparent beauty right in front of the face. The hair color is a skillful blend of white gardenia, pearlescent oyster, sea gray, and a hint of lilac.
Dominant Angles
This sci-fi inspired bob works directly with the shape of the features and makeup. The curved bangs complement the shape of the eyebrows, while the sides curve into the face at the right spot to highlight the high cheekbones.
The intensity is softened by a creamy shade of dark orange combined with bright platinum, achieving an almost metallic effect.
Flamboyant Headdress
A half wreath of whirling curls extends from the nape far into the face, topping a sleek helmet of perfectly outlined smoothness below. This lower base for the dramatic foaming curls features a high fringe curved to perfect harmony with the shape of the head, extending to tiny sideburn points and around the ears.
The most spectacular element is the purple hue—a memorable look for priestesses of burlesque and daring modern fashion.
Hair & Color: Sassoon Creative Team
See also: Short hairstyles