The G.O.O.D.S. Magazine Winter 2014 | Page 25

The Beige Blonde: Cool, Classic, Sophisticated, Luxurious DO: Ask your stylist if they are familiar with freehand painting or balayage. While foils will always be a staple tool for stylists, current trends focus on subtle transitions of color and tone that is best achieved with a painting technique. If they’ve never heard of these techniques, it may be time to find a more trendsavvy stylist. DON’T: Ask for “OMBRE.” While the ombre trend helped soft color to hit the map, the true “ombre” is out the window. Focus more on asking for subtle highs and lows and for your color to look as effortless as possible. DO: Focus on shine! The cooler and lighter your blonde, the harder it is to maintain a shiny finish. Wella’s NEW Oil Reflections is a shine enhancing oil that can be used on damp hair prior to heat styling or on dry hair for a glossy finish. Regardless of texture, this oil remains weightless and allows hair to move. The Pastel Blonde: Daring, Sheer, Surprising, Youthful DO: Your research! Pastel shades have taken on a new life for 2014. Last year was focused on soft peaches and tangerines, where this year we are seeing more swirling of soft lavenders,