ESTETICA Magazine USA (3/2022)

Getty Images NOW THEN Hair&Photo: Matt Swinney Is it because we have more and better products and tools to create fresh interpretations that hair artists are getting more creative with hair? According to Crosby, a lot of that self-expression comes from the current economic situation. “When the economy is strong, hairstyles are tighter, cleaner and more symmetrical,” she says. “When there is less structure in the economy, there is less structure in hair. When the economy is distressed, styles are more grassroot and alive.” Crosby believes that opportunities are created because of post-pandemic stress and worldwide politics. “Hairdressers are taking more chances on historic hairstyles. It’s a great time to play with hair.” POWER SHAPES FOR ROCK STARS, ACTRESSES AND ATHLETES The mullet, a shape that seems to be a favorite of rock stars like the aforementioned Bowie, does not seem to ever feel the impact of any current issues. It has been celebrated by high profile artists including the hip-hop group the Beastie Boys, country stars like Billy Ray Cyrus and actors Patrick Swayzy and Jane Fonda. It is also a favorite of Matt Swinney, Global Creative Director, Rusk. “I love the mullet because no matter fashion, there is a subculture committed to the edge and excitement of this haircut.” Swinney updates the look with expertise. “A great way to modernize this style is to add small connection pieces in places for exaggerated length. This will add texture to make this cut cohesive and blend the two haircuts.” The pixie is one of the most favored looks by great haircutters because it offers a great opportunity for self expression. “What I love best about the timeless pixie haircut is the versatility of style,” says Alyssia Dotson, Senior National Creative Team for Alterna Haircare. “You can go for a sleek polished look or a more tousled feel.” Dotson cocktails products for a modern finish or uses dry shampoo for texture. “Because the hair is cropped, dry shampoo can multitask to add light texture while 22 trends

absorbing any oils or sweat throughout the day.” Joan Novak, master colorist, updates the pixie blending softer colors and pops of unexpected shades supported by a polished, shiny finish. The modern wedge, made famous by Olympic skater Dorothy Hamill and Princess Diana, remains fresh and sassy according to Dee Fortier, Eufora Artistic Director who uses hair color as one way to update this iconic silhouette. “Classic shapes are timeless and brought to life with bold shades of coppers and yellow,” Fortier says. “Beautiful healthy hair is vogue, no matter the era.” When asked for a comment, Garren, famed celebrity hairdresser, style expert, R&Co co-founder and the inspiration for R&Co BLEU points out that “the mullet, the shag, the pixie and all the other great haircuts are always in fashion, it just depends on the way you approach it and the exaggeration of the shape.” Garren, who is credited with chopping Farrah Fawcett’s celebrated feathered and winged face frame and modernizing Marilyn Monroe’s curls for Madonna’s Vogue Italia cover, adds that “the choice of cut is never out of style - it’s all about the way you finish the look.” Not surprisingly, Garren comes up with the perfect parting line about tweaking classic shapes: “This is the time to be an artist.” It’s the extraordinary multi-dimensional hair color that makes Eufora’s Dee Fortier’s wedge fresh and Joan Novak’s pixie contemporary. Getty Images Hair&Photo: Joan Novak Getty Images Hair: Dee Fortier @ Eufora - Photo: Ron Rauto Getty Images