hair trend: THE INDIE FRINGE

WHAT DISTINGUISHES ONE FRINGE FROM ANOTHER HAS A LOT TO DO WITH ATTITUDE...

and getting the perfect cut!

In 2012 there are several ways to wear your fringe and the Indie fringe is one of the big trends. Messy, scruffy even if you will, but in that devil-may-care way that looks like you’ve perpetually just rolled out of bed. It’s youthful, carefree with a grungy edge. 

Here's how to wear and style the Indie Fringe...

* This style works best if your hair is straight, or a bit wavy.

* Slight waves can add to the tousle of the look, but anything more will require regular straightening, so only make the cut if you’re prepared to spend time styling it.

* The thicker the fringe the better. If your hair is thin consider that the fringe will have to be quite deep (i.e. start from far back on the crown) in order to achieve thickness.

* Don’t go for wispy layers – as with fringes generally in 2012, a blunt cut is best.

* Length-wise you want below the eyebrows or just sweeping the eyes. The rest of the hair can be bobbed or long – the key is just to keep it relatively straight but tousled.

* Use a texturising product to get that messy effect even on cleanly washed hair.

* For a styling variation messily curtain the hair from the centre sweeping out.

To make an appointment to get yourself an Indie Fringe, 

call Mana 02. 8919 0146

style school: TWISTED TENDRILS

LOVING THIS STYLE SEEN AT GUCCI'S FALL COLLECTION 2012...

and it's so easy to copy!

1. Using a curling iron, work your hair by sections trying to get soft curls. For lasting results, you can spray a bit of hair spray before curling it. 

2. Grab one section of hair and twist it around until you get to the back of your head. Secure it with a pin. {Try different heights to start tidying up the hair to see what looks better.}

 3. Grab a section from the other side, trying to keep the same level on both sides. Twist it up and using a fancy pin or clip to hold both ends. 

4. Finish up with a little spray....

... and you're ready to go!

autumn / winter hair trend: THE PONY

THE NEW PONYTAIL...
is looped, bumped, ponytails look unfussy yet refined.
Take a visual cue from these backstage shots and recreate a ponytail that works for you!

hair inspiration: MICHAEL KORS FALL 2012

LOVING THIS UNCOMPLICATED BUN AT MICHAEL KORS FALL 2012...

TO DIY: Rake your fingers through your hair and secure with an elastic band at the nape of your neck. Wind the ponytail into a knot and pin the style into place, leaving the ends out.

{Source: Allure}