"Identity" by Shampoo by Michel Dervyn
Here we have a collection of short, trendy hairstyles from Shampoo by Michel Dervyn, aptly named "Identity." The looks are simple, sassy, and have a mod feel reminiscent of 1960s and early 1970s hair fashions. Common features include razor-cut texture, wispy, elongated perimeters, and soft, "edgy" finishes.
As one might expect from a collection of short hairstyles, it includes both women's and men's styles and showcases the subtleties of styling for each gender within this genre. Color also plays an important role in these looks, but it remains within the natural spectrum rather than utilizing bold accent techniques.
Pixie Crop
This warm, auburn pixie crop is razor-cut, offering elongated perimeter points and smooth, tapered layering. The cut emphasizes perimeter lines with a soft, diffuse nature. The fringe follows a wavy line along the brow with a dip between the eyes and features point-cut texture to create a flattering, almost organic outline for the face.
The layers are styled for smoothness overall, with some redirection at the top and crown to add a touch of height and visual interest. The rich color showcases subtle variations of coppery highlights and warm brown low-lighting, potentially using a balayage technique.
Short Razor-Cut Hairstyle
This sable-hued, razor-cut crop with nutty-brown highlights features a cleaner, sharper fringe line that just brushes the upper lashes. The steep layering of the razor-cut sides gives a rounded look and feel to the silhouette, diffusing the lines of the perimeter as we move away from the face.
The elongated sideburns trace the jawline and accentuate the cheekbones, while the tapered, softened nape section helps elongate the neck. The overall effect is a "mod look" with a significant measure of gracefulness.
Pixie Cut
This pale blonde pixie cut follows the traditional pixie style with extra bulk in the top section. The back and sides feature slightly choppy layers for visual interest, while the top layers are smoother, creating a soft curve and somewhat plume-like finish.
The perimeter of the cut is wispy and diffuse, with slightly more solidity across the brow in the fringe area. The styling likely involves a blow-out with a round brush and volumizing mousse, followed by a touch of pomade or sculpting paste for added definition.
Pixie Cuts
Let's revisit Hairstyles 1 through 3 with a revamped styling. Where the previous styles focused on creating smoother, softer silhouettes, these looks highlight the variety available even in such a dramatic (and shorter) cut.
A firmer hold product will be needed for the more elevated looks, and a touch of pomade or additional smoothing serum can be applied to add definition and create points in the styling.
Men's Look
In the first of our men's looks from the Identity collection, we see a masculine version of the pixie cut. The primary differences from the women's cuts are a less diffuse perimeter texture, giving the edges a more solid appearance without being truly blunt. The cut retains its razor texture but has an overall bold and solid feel.
The hair color is a carefully accented blend of sable and chestnut highlights, providing depth without looking too contrived. The hair is styled using a blow-out technique focusing on smoothness and likely employing a smoothing serum for a glossy finish. A dab of gel or pomade adds definition and control, preventing flyaways.
Short Layered Men's Haircut
This neo-classic look features a short, layered razor cut designed to create an almost fur-like quality. It works best on very straight, thick, medium-to-coarse hair types, particularly for those of Latino or Asian descent.
The cut follows traditional men's perimeter lines, but the razor tool results in an imprecise finish and a soft, fuzzy quality. With blow-dry styling and a smoothing serum to control frizz and add shine, you can maintain a soft silhouette without a puff-ball appearance.
Haircut with Ease of Styling
Our last men's look in the collection harks back to the "shag" era. The razor-cut layers create a diffuse, feathery feel in this longer layered style. With a weight line falling around ear level and dipping to the occipital bone in the back, the look is a cross between the classic mop-top and the later shag-do.
It carries a classic "rocker" feel and is designed for those who want a look that appears effortlessly tousled, as if everyone constantly tries to run their fingers through it. It's got all the essentials: ease of styling, a flattering silhouette, and charm.
Hairstyles: Shampoo by Michel Dervyn