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“I wanted to celebrate confidence from a woman’s perspective.

I imagined each model as the distilled qualities of female empowerment, ambassadors of an elemental and commanding feminine Presence. This collection is called Parousia (the Greek word for Presence). Each look was used as a focal point to display core hairdressing techniques, to emphasise the strength of skill and how it is embodied by the models.”

Efi Davies British Hairdresser of the Year  

Hair: Efi Davies
Photography: David Mannah
Makeup: Lan Nguyen-Grealis
Stylist: Borna Prikaski

Tutti parlano della riforma del settore parrucchieri ed estetica
(DDL 1916 detto "ANCOROTTI" - agosto 2025)
e si dà per certo la sua già avvenuta approvazione :
NON E' COSI'.
TUTTO E' ANCORA DA DISCUTERE e ...
APPROVARE da CAMERA e SENATO.

Alcune fonti parlano di una possibile APPLICAZIONE
tra fine 2026 e 2027 se l'Iter va a buon fine.
Dopo l'approvazione serviranno comunque decreti attuativi
e tempi tecnici prima che le nuove regole diventino operative.

The beauty of this style is its deceptive simplicity. This is not “just” a haircut.  It’s a square-layered shape with geo angles cut around the face accenting cheek bones and jaw line with a bold fringe that makes it instantly modern. 

What makes this cut truly special is its versatility. When hair is pulled into a ponytail, the face-framing pieces remain to give a short hair cut look highlighting the cheekbones and defining the jawline. It’s structured yet wearable. Fashion-forward yet easy. Powerful, without trying too hard. It’s geometry with attitude.

Hair: Vivienne Mackinder
Photography: Roberto Ligresti
Makeup: David Maderich

“This collection is a true collaboration of skills, personalities and artists of the Smartest73 Artistic Team and photographer Jamie Blanshard. The vision, born from the concept of Japanese street culture fused with manga influences, was a collective decision to explore. We all share a passion and fascination for the history behind this culture, so all relished the opportunity to create our interpretation of it. Originally shot in colour, our Synergy collection was changed to black and white to give a darker, moodier atmosphere. Contrasting darks to ultra lights enhance the strong undone textures of big, soft curls, brushed out dishevelled waves to the clean, blunt lines and smooth shine.

Steven Smart

Hair: Smartest 73 Artistic Team
Photography: Jamie Blanshard
Makeup: Debra Smart
Stylist: Ginder Ninja

“We were inspired by the rise of modern Japanese fashion and its influence on future trends.
This collection channels a youthful street sensibility. a fusion of dynamic style, bold statements and unapologetic self-expression. Celebrating individuality, personality and creative freedom, each look explores a spectrum of textures, vivid colours and sculpted shapes.”

Debra Smart and Jo Lomax

Hair: Debra Smart and Jo Lomax
Photography: Jamie Blanshard
Makeup: Debra Smart
Stylist: Ginder Ninja

“This collection is my reflection of the strong, vivid colour predominately illustrated in the Japanese comic genre. The vision for this collection was born from the concept of Japanese street culture fused with manga influences. Creatively it was a fascinating concept to explore as the history behind this culture is so intrinsically reliant on colour in all its forms but especially the bold! I relished the opportunity to express my creativity with my interpretation of such an exciting and diverse subject.
From melted, blurry pastels to the strong, bold vivid shades. the variation and breadth of the palette really exaggerates and perfectly complements the undone textures of big, soft curls, brushed out dishevelled waves to the clean, blunt lines and smooth, glossy shine.”

Steven Smart

Hair: Steven Smart
Photography: Jamie Blanshard
Makeup: Debra Smart
Stylist: Ginder Ninja

There has been so much talk about Pantones colour of 2026 ‘CLOUD DANCER’ and I for one am totally here for it 🤍.

Now, we all know that Pantone predictions aren’t directly aimed at the hairdressing industry nor would we actually want it to be, personally I believe it to have more relevance to fashion, textiles and furnishings but as it’s always a huge buzz over socials I believe to ignore it would be a wasted opportunity.

CLOUD DANCER doesn’t necessarily mean plain white - there are so many variations of white and each provokes a different feeling. Stark white, creamy white, buttery white, pearl white - just to name a few. 

For me white is a strong symbol of peace and tranquillity, starting from fresh and new beginnings, calming and soothing, dreamy and day dreaming.

I’m totally a day dreamer and constantly looking up to the sky so CLOUD DANCER it’s a yes from me

Hair: Andrew Smith
Photography: Richard Miles
Makeup: Louise Lerego

“ICHI”, the debut collection from KIKU Salon. Named after the Japanese word for “one,” ICHI marks our first creative expression — a bold meeting point between Scottish strength and Japanese refinement. This collection is a hybrid of cultures, techniques, and textures, rooted in our belief that beautiful hair begins with individuality. Each look in ICHI explores the elegance of natural texture, shaped with precision and intention. From structured silhouettes to softly undone forms, we’ve embraced the character of real hair to create styles that feel both effortless and elevated. Drawing on our international background and local perspective, ICHI reflects the spirit of KIKU: quietly powerful, creatively sharp, and always listening.

Hair: Paul Ralph, Hiro Kudo
Photography: Chris Bulezuik
Makeup: Grace Hayward
Stylist: Clare Frith

ONLINE il SITO di GIADA MARTELLI:
un’ESPERIENZA di bellezza e
informazione a portata di CLICK

Scopri ora il nuovo sito ufficiale con tutti gli 
ultimissimi aggiornamenti della TOP HAIR INFLUENCER !
Tutorial esclusivi, trend del momento e consigli personalizzati:
tutto ciò che serve per trasformare ogni look in uno stile unico…
proprio come quello di Giada.

ONLINE il SITO di DESDEMONA BALZANO:
un’ESPERIENZA di bellezza e
informazione a portata di CLICK

Scopri ora il nuovo sito ufficiale con tutti gli 
ultimissimi aggiornamenti della TOP HAIR INFLUENCER !
Tutorial esclusivi, trend del momento e consigli personalizzati:
tutto ciò che serve per trasformare ogni look in uno stile unico…
proprio come quello di Desdemona.