Ever since spying January Jones’ headband-adorned updo at the Golden Globe Awards, I’ve been in search of a hair band of my own. This Metallic Whip-Snake Headband from J. Crew ($18.50; www.jcrew.com) fits the bill. The textured leather is subtle enough to wear day and night, but more interesting than basic black or tortoise shell. [...]
In need of a some hair and scalp love? Ask your stylist to give you a brush treatment. It works like this: Two brushes are used on the hair and scalp in firm sweeping motions. The process stimulates oil glands (great for the health of the hair, especially if yours is prone to dryness), massages [...]
I’ve been thinking a lot about brushes since Ron’s post this morning about his shiny, new Mason Pearson and, specifically, keeping them clean. I mean, think about it, when was the last time you cleaned your hairbrush? Never? Me, too. I asked my friend Charles, the hairstylist on a side project I’m working on, how [...]
I finally broke open my last X-mas present. (I was saving the best for last). It was a Mason Pearson—the ultimate hairbrush. Opening it reminded me of the first one I ever owned, back in London in 1967. There aren’t many things in this world that I need, but a great brush is one. Alas, [...]
Want to upgrade your updo for an upcoming black tie affair? Make like Mad Men star January Jones at this week’s 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards and add a chic ribbon headband to your style. According to Jones’ stylist, Mark Townsend, the sleek and chic head wrap lent the classic French twist he whipped up [...]
It’s a ball. It’s a hair accessory (correction, many hair accessories). It’s both! These colorful balls—made up of 100+ elastic bands each —are popping up everywhere I surf (www.hatattack.com, www.bumbleandbumble.com, www.hottopic.com, www.jcrew.com, to name a few). They’re fun, bouncy and, best of all, practical. One will last a year, easy. And they make great holiday [...]
Introducing the Tuesday Q&A. Each week we’ll dedicate this space to answering YOUR burning hair questions. Need some advice? Confused about a service or style? From cuts and color to tools and techniques, our style experts are available to weigh in on all things hair-related. To submit a Q, send it here: questions@thehairbookonline.com. Q: How [...]
After giving birth to my daughter I experienced some crazy hair breakage. Looking back at the pictures, I realize now it was because I wore my hair in a super tight ponytail before, during and after the delivery. Sporting the same tight style day after day is bound to take its toll on delicate strands. [...]
Want (or need) to squeeze an extra couple of weeks out of your hair color? Blur the line of demarcation between the old color and the new regrowth with a headband. It looks cool and those roots will appear much less noticeable.
Hair accessories are making a major comeback. This time around they’re drawing inspiration from the past. From fascinators… feather clips… and mini top hats (reminiscent of Flapper-, Vargas- and Burlesque-girls, respectively) to a slew of headbands inspired by the bohemian 60s and 70s and the new age 80s, these latest style enhancers can be used [...]
