Inspiration Meltdown

Inspiration. We all look for, seek, out and try to capture it.

On April 4, the designers and colorists at Robert Andrew received it with a day filled with tips and techniques from Brent Borreson and Brian Washburn.

Brent, a designer and National Artist with REDKEN, lead the team on a journey and how to find inspiration from the things in life that we enjoy everyday. This translated into a hands-on workshop with a modern shape called “Fluid Yin-Yang.”

The designers experienced how to approach the design so that the techniques could be used for any guest that they encounter. The disconnected “Yin-Yang” through the top area allows additional movement and texture with several different finishing options. “Approaching the shape from the inside-out allowed our team to experience a different approach that gave more consistent results” states Brent.

The completed shape was then enhanced by an “Ombre” color technique. Brian Washburn, Robert Andrew Artistic Director, shared the latest color trend from the runways and Hollywood. The French word means “shade or shadow.” This technique allows the colorist/designer to give the guest a softer looking placement of color that looks like nature did it.

The color melts from the scalp and lightens more towards the ends. This more natural effect allows a longer wearing result. The application of the color/lightener is key to the end result. “Dry brushing the product into the hair at different points allows us to change the saturation of the color, thus changing the end result within the same strand of hair!” states Brian. Jennifer Anniston has been wearing this technique for several years; she never looks like she needs her “color” done.

“Awesome technique!” “I see this type of color on celebrities all the time.” “My clients will love the low maintenance approach to high lights!” Are just a few of the comments from the stylists.

As we finally experience the renewal of Spring, come experience a new you inspired by “Fluid Yin-Yang” or “Ombre” color. The staff at Robert Andrew is ready to share their excitement with these modern, and on-trend techniques!

12th April, 2011 - Posted by Andrew - No Comments