Phillip Lim AW 13/14 NYFW
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Looking `undone’ sounds like the opposite of what you’d want to achieve. But before alarm bells start ringing, hear us out on this one because when done well, the `undone’ look can be a seriously sexy hairstyle that takes minimal effort.
It’s all about getting the right product.
This stripped-back appeal dominated the beauty looks at NYFW bringing the `undone’ style back into vogue for Autumn Winter 13/14.
Still not sure? Take style notes from Kate Moss and Alexa Chung who live by the `I just woke up like this’ hair motto.
To get the low down on the latest beauty trend, we asked Brett Albury Director of SUKI PADDINGTON along with ELEVEN Australia who are the Fashion Exposed Live Look Book sponsors for the upcoming Sydney 10-12 March event.
“The ‘undone’ look is a reflection of the ‘grunge’ trend that was very popular at both New York and London fashion weeks,” he said.
“With a nod to the ‘90’s and influences of the music of Nirvana and Garbage, this hair trend has a modern twist. Instead of the ‘dirty’ look of 90’s grunge the hair is clean and with a healthy shine, not the dry, beachy look of past seasons.”
Proenza Schouler AW 13/14
Do you think it’s still a result of fashion’s obsession with the model-off-duty look? What is the appeal?
Certainly the designers are influenced by their muses and with social media we are seeing more and more of the models off the runway. The way they style themselves outside of work definitely will influence us and encourage us to emulate their looks.
Sure this `hot messy’ `bed hair’ kind of style looks good on gorgeous models styled by professionals, but how will this look translate off the runway?
It’s not just about getting out of bed and heading out the door with this trend. It does take some preparation and styling to get it right and not look like you just don’t care.
The hair needs to be looked after with using the right shampoo, conditioner and leave-in products that create shine and give the hair a weightless feel if you have fine hair, or control if your hair is thick/coarse.
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What are some of the products you need to achieve this look? It seems like the models have very natural, healthy hair? Is there a treatment that can help achieve this look minus the frizz?
ELEVEN AUSTRALIA MIRACLE HAIR TREATMENT is the best!
It is a lightweight, leave-in cream that nourishes the hair without weighing it down. It moisturises and protects the hair from UV and adds the perfect amount of natural shine. Because it is absorbed into the hair you are left frizz free all day!
Of all the NYFW shows, which made your top 5 for the best hair? Why?
When looking at the top five hair looks we think about what would the ‘suki’ girl wear, so here are our top 5 picks;
1) Marc Jacobs – We love the nod to the return of the mullet with a retro twist as seen on our favourite Aussie model, Ruby Jean Wilson.
2) Alexander Wang – The beautiful sleek low ponytails are definitely a suki signature look, timeless and perfect with his high fashion sports’ looks.
3) Naeem Khan – Amazing finger waves which were bought into a low bun were perfection and are the ultimate in sophistication.
4) Prabal Gurung – messy up-do’s that look effortless, stylish and fashion forward at the same time.
5) Calvin Klein – low side parts and the `undone’ look done with minimalist precision just like the clothes.
The latest hair craze sweeping the fashion world is `the Karlie’, with everyone from fashion editors to models going for the `chop’ a la Catherine McNeil – what is your take on this new cut? And what’s your advice for those considering it?
We love the ’ Karlie’. Hair has either been long or a pixie cut for a while now, so it’s great to see a cut that can be adjusted to suit any face shape.
If you are considering going for the ‘Karlie’ make sure your hairdresser takes your face shape into consideration when personalising the look. The length of the layers will make a huge difference to the suitability.
If you have a long face, face-framing layers beginning around the nose or higher will instantly lift the face.
For round faces a long fringe that sweeps at around the cheekbones will make the face appear more oval and add interest to the cut.
To learn more about the Suki Paddington team, visit facebook.com/sukihairdressing
For more information on ELEVEN Australia, visit elevenaustralia.com