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,