Love Low Maintenance Hair? Try a Bob!

Posted by: Ginnette  |  Category: Basics, Low Maintenance

low maintence hairstyleThere’s a reason that the bob haircut has been revived (yet again) from the flapper era of the twenties and the Vidal Sassoon revival of the seventies – it is eye catching, sexy, and incredibly easy to style. The bob haircut also happens to work with pretty much every hair texture available, and because it can be modified in so many ways, it can flatter every face shape: heart shaped, round, diamond, oval, or long.

The bob has evolved from the classic single-length round cut of the past into a multi-layered masterpiece. It can be cut as high as the cheekbones or closer to chin length, depending on your personal preference and what would work best for your texture. Choosing the right amount of Click to continue…

The Do’s and Don’ts of Updos

Posted by: Ginnette  |  Category: Basics, Updo

Updo bob hairstyle

There are so many different options available when it comes to an updo that it can seem impossible to choose just one when you have a special occasion. Following your natural hair texture and knowing what you like is usually a good start but here are some tips that might help:

Highlight Your Best Feature

Have gorgeous, full lips? Make sure you’ve pulled your hair back from around your face and let them stand out. Better known for having stunning eyes? Don’t hide your baby blues behind bangs. Pick the feature you most want to highlight and let that be the centerpiece of your hair. Click to continue…

Bob Haircuts: A New Take on an Old Classic

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Long Bob Haircut

Sexy. Conservative. Daring. Demure. Classic. Modern. Business. Casual.

Yes, all of those contradictions can apply to the new twists on the flapper-girl famous bob haircut. No longer a boring hairstyle, the new bob haircuts are fresh and fun and just as eye-catching as long hair. Ranging in length from chin length to just above the shoulder pageboys, bobs can be universally flattering.

Thoughts of the classic bob haircut conjure up images of 1920’s girls in short skirts standing around speakeasies during the Prohibition Era. The cut was simple, blunt lines cut near the chin and cheekbones and worn straight, angled towards the face.

Think of the more modern bob haircuts of today and Click to continue…

Going Short? Answer These 3 Questions First.

Posted by: Ginnette  |  Category: Basics

Textured bob hairstyleFor those of you looking for an effortless hairstyle with an edge, short hair could be a good option, especially if you’re a “wash-and-go” kind of girl. Short hairstyles have come a long way from the dull shapes from the past and if cut well, can be just as sexy as longer locks. Just think of all the daring celebs who’ve “made the cut” over the last few years. Still, if you’re wondering whether you can pull off a shorter hair cut, ask yourself these questions: Click to continue…

A Happy Medium: Bob Haircuts With Versatility & Style

Posted by: Ginnette  |  Category: Basics, Medium Length

Medium length Bob hair cutA compromise between very long and very short, medium length haircuts can be easily pulled back into a stylish updo, or worn down in a flattering face-framing way. Medium haircuts are usually around shoulder-length, give or take an inch and with the right products, can be great for straight, wavy, and curly hair. Easier to care for than long hair and flattering for most face shapes, they’re a great choice for someone who wants to look polished for work and playful for fun. Usually, all you’ll need to do to make the work-to-play transition is add some pomade or wax, tousle, and go!

Versatility is the number one advantage of a mid-length hair cut. Straightening your curly hair or curling your straight hair will give you an instant change without much effort. Layers, bangs, and complementary color enhancements add depth and uniqueness to a medium length cut. You also have the flexibility of Click to continue…

Haircuts 101: Will Long or Short Work Best For You?

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Burnett with short bob cutChoosing a new hairstyle can be as daunting as it is exciting. From long and layered to short and choppy, and everything in between, the choices seem endless. Generally, haircuts are classified as long, medium, or short styles. Some women love the sensuality of long, flowing hair and the flexibility that having long hair allows you, although it is harder and more expensive to care for. Medium hairstyles, usually around shoulder-length or slightly longer, offer the versatility of longer hair and the polished edginess of shorter hair. Long enough to pull back into a classy updo, they can also be worn in soft, feminine styles or blunt, edgy cuts. Other women prefer unique, funky short hairstyles – pixie cuts, crops, and shorter, angled bobs cut close to the face. Shorter haircuts can be especially sexy, edgy, and are definitely eye-catching. Typically, they require more maintenance than longer hairstyles as they need to be reshaped and trimmed more often to preserve the style. There’s also the awkward “growing out stage”, a much-dreaded time for women transitioning back to longer hair.

Pixie BobFollowing the latest Hollywood trends, and some of the classics, short and medium length haircuts have recently made a comeback. Think Victoria “Posh Spice” Beckham’s daring blonde cut, Rihanna’s short, cropped, raven style, and Katie Holmes’s face-framing brunette bob (Suri’s too!) Tons of women swear by the bob cut, popularized by 1920’s flapper girls, and reinvented by Vidal Sassoon, thanks to its sexy shape, easy styling, and seamless transition from work to fun. Creative stylists have taken the classic shape and reworked it in different modern ways that flatter virtually every face shape and hair texture by adding razored edges, angled bangs, layers, and the latest celebrity favorite – the reverse, or inverted, bob. Chances are, if you ask your hairstylist for a bob today, you’ll likely end up with a more unique and flattering cut than you’d imagined.