Sometimes they come back! Haircuts popular in the 60s – bob, sesson and bob – are again leading in the ratings of hairstyles. And they force fashionistas all over the world to mercilessly cut their curls. ELLE found out what awaits those who decided to turn from a languid diva into a perky “garcon”!
Everything happens for the first time. So I, throwing away reflections on the power of habit, dared – neither more nor less – to change. No need for reproaches! I ceased to be faithful only to the hairstyle, with which I went all my conscious life. As far back as I can remember, I grew curls, not even imagining that one day I could part with them. But the capricious fashion made a new verdict: the shorter, the better. My inner thirst for extreme has successfully coincided with the onset of the era of the “great tonsure”. In general, I decided on the most serious beauty experiment in my life. I have been walking with a short square for a year now. Paradoxically, with an almost boyish haircut I feel much more feminine. Friends say that I have become prettier and even younger. Looking at me, the friends went to the stylists. For the same purpose – to have a haircut. Amazing business! Gradually, the surrounding ladies turn from long-maned Amazons into desperate coquets with ultra-short hair. But even last summer, any of them would have reacted sharply negatively to the stylist’s bold proposal to cut off their hair … “How did it happen?” – I thought. And she came to the conclusion that the wind of change roamed the fashionable spaces not by accident. Bobs, beans and sessons – strict, structural, original … How did we manage without them for so long ?! Apparently, it was necessary to miss a lot in order to feel again the charm of half-forgotten hairstyles. Fashion, as usual, has left the catwalks. Designers and stylists were the first to make a graceful curtsy to the 60th. In those days, icons such as the short-haired Twiggy and the “living gods” of The Beatles with their straight bangs dictated style. Inspired by the vivid images of the past, stylists got down to business. Through their efforts … Saying goodbye to long curls, they got a square, fluffy bangs and cropped back of the head. Of course, not everyone was ready for drastic changes. But even here a solution was found – wigs! They were offered to models at the shows of Lacroix, Karl Lagerfeld and Yamamoto. These fashion shows have become iconic in both fashion and beauty. And most importantly, they showed all the victims of fashion the right direction: to the hairdresser. “All kinds of bobs and sessons are in fashion,” confirms Eduard Trishkin, President of the Haute Couture Hairstyles Association of France and L’Oréal Professionnel’s partner in Russia. – A distinctive feature of the old familiar haircuts is soft asymmetry. If you’re serious about it, experiment with overtly graphic forms. This is the highest chic! “
THE LINEUP
The most stylish variation of a cropped haircut is unconditionally recognized as an asymmetrical bob. The hit of the season was one of the first to be shown by the top model, Jacquette Wheeler. The fashionable public discussed her appearance in a new image at last year’s shows. A short hairstyle with torn bangs and elongated strands on the sides very successfully emphasized the swan neck of Jacquette. Now her face is both a deep neckline and a deaf collar. Wheeler’s makeover is the work of the French virtuoso stylist Julien d’Is. It’s funny that he was guided only by his own instinct. The inspiration was the model’s aristocratic facial features. Another runway beauty, Mariacarla Boscono, is also considered the harbinger of the trendiest trend. With the light hand of Luigi Murenu, art director of Kérastase, her fiery black curls were trimmed as much as possible. And then repainted. At last year’s fashion shows, the sultry Italian Boscono made a splash by appearing in front of the glamorous audience as a blonde with a super-short garcon haircut and bleached eyebrows. The change of image was beneficial to Mariakarla’s career. For the second season in a row, she is the main character of the Givenchy advertising campaign. True, the model herself complains that because of the haircut, she had to completely update her wardrobe. Apparently, outfits from Givenchy.
FACTORY GIRLS
The new trend has not bypassed the “dream factory” either. An original haircut is a great way to stand out from the crowd of fellow competitors. The international art director of the Tony & Guy London Academy, William Watson, is also convinced of this: “Actresses and models
! On duty, celestials are obliged to change their image more often than mere mortals. This way they don’t risk getting bored with critics or fans. ” One cannot but agree with Watson. Moreover, such beauties as Natalie Portman and Keira Knightley got rid of curls very quickly. True, the first one claims that she did not even think about fashion. And she cut her hair at the behest of her heart and the director of the film “V for Vendetta”. Knightley’s motives are vague. However, the English rose has literally blossomed! The haircut also helped Sienna Miller. The actress won the role of Andy Warhol’s muse in the Factory Girl film project. True, Sienna’s hair has already grown back. But who knows what kind of experiment she is preparing for now? However, not all screen stars are ready to change their corporate identity. For example, Jennifer Aniston would never give her mane a short cut. And for good reason …
THE RIGHT CHOICE
For many, a short haircut is tantamount to a public striptease. Who knows what hides under the thick curls: graceful cheekbones or a heavy triangular chin? Or maybe even a “square” jaw? When changing an image, you should first of all think not about fashion, but about yourself. How ready are you for a new role? You may need to change your wardrobe. Does the prospect bother you? Then go for it. But heed the advice of the pros. “A bob and a bob suit almost any type of face,” says Antonella, the legendary art director of the Aldo Coppola salon in Novinsky Passage. – But only the stylist will tell you the best option. His job is to improve your appearance with hairstyles. For example, a hooligan sharp bangs perfectly frame a rounded face. However, if you have a beautiful forehead, you shouldn’t cover it with hair. ” A short haircut is able to emphasize the diminutiveness of the image, a chiseled neck and shoulders.
A short haircut is able to emphasize the diminutiveness of the image, a chiseled neck and shoulders.
The length should also be consulted with a professional. He will determine the proportions with millimeter precision! And “prescribe” the image that suits you. According to Antonella, the only contraindication for a short haircut is small curls: “With them you will look comical. A kind of cherub in the form of a glamorous diva. It is better to prefer an elongated bob. ”Considering all the options for a future hairstyle, top stylists even take into account the client’s physique! “Big and plump people will not go with a lush bob or a playful garcon,” continues the omniscient Antonella. – On the contrary, I recommend short haircuts to owners of modest build. They will emphasize the diminutiveness of the image, the chiseled neck and shoulders. ”
GENTLE CARE
The strict geometry of the hairstyle can be compared to the cut of a suit: the slightest mistake, and the model will “skew”. But the main thing for us is “that the suit fits,” that is, over time, the haircut does not turn into something absurd. “To maintain the proportions created by the master, it is necessary to pay him a visit every month. This is the main rule! ” – assures Antonella. The master will also select a beauty arsenal for home care. To make it easier to style a bob or a session, Antonella recommends a “vitamin cocktail”: Power Vitamin shampoo and mask, Aldo Coppola. After meeting this duet, the hair is pliable and shiny. However, there are other secrets as well. Mousse traditionally helps to cope with fine hair. A spray for volume is suitable for a normal structure of hair. Unruly strands will be pacified by a cream or gel that gives smoothness. “Hair is a kind of DNA,” says Eduard Trishkin. – They are individual, so general advice on caring for them is inappropriate. Only the master knows the secret of handling your hair. ” However, some of the rules are universal. A flat, square brush will do the trick to quickly shape a short haircut. It is indispensable for giving hair the right direction and for textured strands. If you are used to traditional round brushes, choose soft, preferably natural, bristles. But leave the professional-powerful hairdryer to the hairdresser. Handling a miracle of technology is a real skill that a select few have mastered. The ideal option for “independent work” is a hairdryer with an ionizer. The hair does not dry out, it is simple and flexible to use – that is why stylists unanimously recommend it.
INCLUDE COLOR
If we are to change, then change thoughtfully and according to all the rules. A new hairstyle usually requires a new hair color. Which one to prefer? Aldo Coppola’s aesthetes insist on natural shades. “If desired, strands closer to the roots can be lightened by tone,” reflects Antonella. – The exclusive shatush technique is perfect for this. It looks really cool! ” Lovers of natural dyes at Aldo Coppola are invited to try special Italian henna, which is nowhere else in Moscow. The effect is exceptional with undeniable benefits for the hair. The combination of warm and cold shades is another “hot” trend. “Only without fanaticism! – Edward Trishkin warns. – Sharp contrasts do not adorn anyone. As well as a riot of colors. ” Much more interesting, from the professional point of view of Edward, is the fashionable technique “chameleon”. Thanks to her, when the lighting changes, the hair color plays in different shades. However, you should not blindly rely on fashion. Skin tone and eye color play a decisive role. Remember: cold shades look stricter, warm ones are softer and softer. What is closer to you, decide for yourself. But keep in mind that the spring sun shines brightly. Therefore, do not be afraid to enhance the usual color. After all, your ultra-fashionable haircut – whether it be a bob, a sesson or a bob – simply has no right to look dull. So shine!