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We all have those clients that come into salon with a blocky ombre. And, we all know the fear that starts to sink in when you are challenged with the task of “fixing it”. Here’s what ELEVEN Australia Katie Grove’s had to say on her approach on taking on a blocky ombre with ELEVEN Australia Colour…
When tackling a blocky ombré/balayage, lowlights are your friend. Start by adding some highlights through the top to soften the transition from dark to light. ELEVEN Australia lightener contains bond complex to protect and add strength allowing you to be able to protect the hair whilst lightening.
Next, go back through with your lowlight. The ELEVEN Australia Demi has been my savour! Having the ability to lowlight with a demi in a foil has given me a whole new dimension of colouring. The luminosity and shine helps break up any harsh lines and help balance the overall look.
TOP TIP – leave the very ends out of the lowlight to maintain brightness at the tips!
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We asked our ELEVEN Australia Collective what their predictions were for the rest of the 2022.
Here’s what Annabelle Arnold from @annabelles.hair had to say
“From shows at fashion week to high street stores, loud patterns, vibrant colours and vintage inspired styles are everywhere! Designers are pushing messages like “dopamine dressing” and “you be you”.
I love the idea of using a kaleidoscope of colours and patterns to boost our spirits after a dreary couple of years. Usage of colour therapy also ties in really well with the encouragement of personal authenticity, and the gender neutrality that we’re seeing too!
I’m also excited about the recycling of popular vintage styles, since it has made thrifting and up cycling more popular. Which is a big move towards more sustainable fashion. We are seeing these trends translate into hairdressing with the re-emergence of popular 60s, 70s and 90s haircuts/ up dos. Modernised by the vivid or lived in colours that are popular today.”
We also spoke to hair stylist and ELEVEN Australia Collective member Hayley Penny from @hayleypennyhairstylist about her 2022 trend predictions. Read on to see what she had to say…
Hayley predicts that fashion trends such as; cut-outs, colour blocking, dopamine dressing, mini skirts, biker jackets, oversized volumous sleeves & silhouettes will be very prominent in 2022.
Hayley advised that these trends translate into the world of hair through styles such as disconnected fringes, moving away from 70’s bangs to a more prominent fringe shape.
Strong panels of colour blocking in fashion, means that softer, natural, simplistic tones through out the hair, with a face frame or under panel are likely to be a look that many clients come into the salon looking for this year.
Hayley also predicts that full shiny, bouncey, voluminous blowouts, and away from the face styles will be in for 2022. As well as, slick and wet looks, with high shine, and all over muted natural glossy tones. With gold ash blondes, over silvers, and cool coppers blended through matte browns, will be the colours of choice.
Salons will also be more focused on being environmentally and socially responsible, whilst also offering more all gender neutral styles & services.
You’ve all been asking us, and now we are here to answer all your professional hairdryer needs! So, let us introduce you to Velecta Paris…
Velecta Paris are the number one global brand of professional hair dryers made in France. Since 1936, Velecta® Paris has designed, manufactured and marketed ultra-efficient, eco-responsible hair dryers for the whole world that respect the working conditions of the most demanding professionals.
Here at Wonderful Brands we are giving you the opportunity to have the Revolution 2.2 i hairdryer in your salon. This dryer is a marvel of innovation, combining top technology, a maximum power of 2200 watts and a light signature that amplifies the focus and skills of professional users.
Velecta have created their own in house research and development unit, to be able to bring hairdressers innovative and genuinely efficient products known for their longevity.
Velecta ® Paris professional hair dryers are 100% made in France, from the design and manufacture phase right through to product packaging. You are therefore guaranteed a hair dryer of irreproachable quality.
Velecta Paris Revolution 2.2 i
Ultra high power for quick precision styling. This superbly designed hairdryer boasts ideal ergonomics it is compact, lightweight, and perfectly balanced.
The Revolution 2.2 i is equipped with a ground breaking light function and a wide range of features in its ultra small form factor, such as adjustable blowing speeds and temperatures, a digital brushless motor, a cold air button, anti frizz ionic technology, an easy clip nozzle, and a cool touch nozzle.
The Revolution 2.2i instantly adds a spectacular touch to your styling, making it a state-of-the-art experience. It’s ‘Light +’ feature helps you to harness your expert eye thanks to a light ring that stimulates natural light. In addition, it’s multiple light effects allow you to showcase your amazing technique and spotlight your expertise.
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What is the ELEVEN Collective?
The ELEVEN Australia Collective is an exclusive team of digitally-active stylists, specially selected to create fun, fresh and informative hair content for the brand. The social savvy stylists enjoyed exclusive opportunities and education to help establish them as the next generation of hairdressing influencers, while sharing the love for ELEVEN Australia online.
Who dropped by to inspire them?
Andrew O’Toole, Joey Scandizzo, Melvin Royce-Lane, Zoe Rees, Viv Johns, Rachael Gibson and led by Jo Robertson.
What did they do?
• Discovered hair history and how to spot trends through history
• Learnt how to present live
• How to make engaging content
• How to create the perfect image
• How to write education
• How to be more Sustainable
• How to build your brand
& so much more!
A VIEW FROM THE FRONT – NICK HIGGINS
The biggest date in the hairdressing calendar, The British Hairdressing Awards, finally returned in person, after two years in the Zoom wilderness. And what a night it was. Our hair “Oscars” has always recognised the very best in British Hairdressing and this was to be no exception.
There was though, a real sense of something even bigger, better and more important on the night, the sheer delight from all, in seeing so many old friends and colleagues. That feeling was palpable. It was genuinely wonderful, feeling some kind of normality again following the difficult times we all have faced and the reminder that meeting people, chatting face to face is a simple but beautiful pleasure that we had lost for too long. Our industry is built on special relationships and contact with our clients and teams, so let us hope that 2022 brings them back… for good.
Wonderful Brands were in attendance and very lucky to be invited by the Executive Director of HJI, Jayne Lewis-Orr and to sit on her table (AKA Stage Front LOL). It was such a pleasure to attend and the night did not disappoint. Fantastic conversations on our table with a couple of major brand directors, Jayne and her colleagues and then hair legends Anthony Mascolo and Phil Smith! Two years to catch up on!
The awards kicked off with an incredible show from hair icon, Nick Irwin and then hosted by the ever reliable Rylan Clarke who did not miss a trick. I love his way of making all the award winners at ease on stage with his casual interview approach to receive them. Great to see several new winners and a couple of multiple award getters.
Following some incredibly well deserved regional award winners even the interval was fabulous, a genuine music legend, Spandau Ballet’s Tony Hadley appeared and was simply Gold (sorry!). It was amusing seeing anyone under 25 initially not sure who this was and anyone over 40 reminded of the amazing period of 80s UK music and in awe of one of the superstars of that time belting out his greatest hits. Whatever age, everyone was up. It was a wonderful moment.
And finally the build up to the big one, the ultimate accolade, British Hairdresser of the Year 2021. Preceded with an incredible hair model show from all of the finalists, demonstrating why British hairdressing is at the forefront in the world of hair. It must have been a difficult decision for the judging panel, deservedly the award was given to the supremely talented Robert Eaton. A second time win for Robert, based in the North of England and from a family who have over 40 years’ at the forefront of hairdressing. Congratulations to Robert, such incredible work and the most beautiful collection.
If any of our salons, stylists, colourists have ever wanted to or thought about entering for any awards then we are always happy to speak and support with advice, guidance or just putting in contact with the right people.
