Modern Salon Blog

NEW Bridal Hair Style App!

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:47:49 GMT

Check out this new bridal hair style App for iPhone! Now you will be able to snap a photo of your client and they can choose from 55 different hair styles to "try on." Want to learn more? Read on...

Barex Italiana Revamped!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:05:54 GMT

Barex Italiana just revamped its line of products, and has entirely new packaging!

Emmys: Juliana and Emily Go Glam

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Two of the stars that sparkled most brightly on Emmy night were brunettes Juliana Margulies and newlywed Emily Blunt. Each wore dramatically different looks that matched perfectly with their dresses for the evening. Celeb stylist Robert Vetica styled Margulies shiny down 'do, while Laini Reeves was responsible for Blunt's gorgeous, decorated updo. We got the scoop on how they each created their styles.

Child's Play

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 18:00:00 GMT

For the past week I’ve been with my family in Atlanta: two nieces and their husbands along with their children aged five, four and one.

Having never birthed a child, I have zero “mothering” genes, and since I live in an adult business world, I rarely have the opportunity to be in the pure presence of a child. It was bound to be an awakening experience—especially since it lasted for nine days! That’s how long we were together, splitting time between their two homes and navigating their different lifestyles, schedules and parenting rules.

Nicole Richie is Back to Blonde!

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:14:02 GMT

Nicole Richie is back to blonde! It was only less than a year ago that she darkened her famous honey hue to a rich brunette shade. This week, she texted Joico Celebrity Colorist George Papanikolas and requested a shade reversal, back to her signature blonde pronto!

Learning From Friends

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:37:47 GMT

I love learning from friends, because most of the time they are more honest about their experiences (what worked and didn’t work), and more open to sharing embarrassing things that happened while they were learning. That is why our studio is offering an open and ongoing shadowing program where outside stylists and colorists come and hang out with our team members.

Extravagant Updos at the 2010 Emmy Awards

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:37:44 GMT

Delicate, structured, classic...these are just a few of the words to describe some of the stunning updos that graced the red carpet last night at the 2010 Emmy Awards. I picked out some of my favorite styles...which were your favorite?

Magnificently Mussed

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:13:04 GMT

Jack and Joelle Ray, owners of Raleigh, N.C.’s award-winning Samuel Cole Salon, recently completed a photo shoot where they created three versatile looks on three different models---a blonde, a red head and a brunette.

Don't Make These Hairdressing Mistakes!

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:37:57 GMT

Jon Gonzales, the president and founder of Hairdresser Career Development Systems provided MODERN with some common Hairdresser Mistakes to Avoid.

Color Convertibles How-to!

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:12:25 GMT

Pravana Naturecutical's fall trend, Color Convertibles, is a fun, trendy way to spice up your client's style. I love the black and purple combination in this cut. If you would like to learn how to do the cut AND color, check out this blog.

Traveling the World with Will & Jada Smith

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

This summer, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith and their kids, Jaden and Willow, traveled the world for Karate Kid premieres and red carpets in eight different cities. Lucky celeb hairstylist, Marcia Hamilton, went along with them, creating fresh, edgy styles for Jada and Willow at each event. She kept a diary of her summer travels and shared it with us, showing five of the different looks and what made them memorable.

Vend a Flatiron!

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:07:45 GMT

A vending machine that vends a flatiron? Check this out—it's now available in the U.S.!

Cameron Diaz's Glam Blonde

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

For the perfect shade of blonde to take your clients from summer into fall, just check out the August cover of Harper's Bazaar. Cameron Diaz's blonde mane was one of the hottest this summer—and seen all over the world as she traveled to promote her movie, Knight & Day, with Tom Cruise. Celebrity colorist and Redken's Creative Consultant for Color, Tracey Cunningham, created Diaz's stunning blonde look for this cover.

A Party With Purpose

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:40:35 GMT

Last Friday, our studio held it’s latest Associates Soiree, planned by our team’s Artistic Director Tammy Reynolds and inspired by TLC’s Project Runway. Thirty-one friends, family and team members gathered to celebrate our associates while they demonstrated their talents in two timed skill challenges, creating bridal and avant garde looks.

KEVIN.MURPHY Celebrates Men

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:38:23 GMT

Modern Salon Media designates August as "Men's Month" and KEVIN.MURPHY appears to celebrate with us! Just launched is NIGHT.RIDER, a matte paste that provides firm styling hold for men.

Celebs Go Short, Shorter, Shortest

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Emma Watson made a splash last week when she debuted her new Mia Farrow-like crop. It was a drastic change for the Harry Potter actress, who had kept her locks long for years to play Hermione in the eight films. She's not the only one who's been to the salon recently, though. Naomi Watts also showed off a new, shorter blunt cut at the Salt premiere, and Scarlett Johansson modeled a short, choppy bob at Comic Con.

Advice for the Student Colorist

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:41:12 GMT

I recently received this question from a student colorist and thought it was wonderful she showed such an interest in being the best colorist she can—even as a student!

LOLLAPALOOZA: Styling Rockin' Hair with RED 7 Salon to Lady Gaga!

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:34:01 GMT

Lollapalooza in Chicago this weekend was a blast! Before I attended the shows, I stopped by the VIP Music Lounge at the Hard Rock Hotel to get a glimpse of what RED 7 Salon had in store for Lolla bands and VIP members. I also snapped some photos of crazy hair I saw at the festival on Friday! Check it out!

How I Spent My Summer Vacation

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Every fall, back-to-elementary-school meant having to stand and deliver: “What I did on my summer vacation.” Well, that’s what I decided to do in this week’s blog!