We’ve officially bid farewell to summer, and if you’re a little concerned your boss isn’t loving your textured beach waves and sun bleached tresses as much as you are – Never fear! Joh Bailey shares his tips and trick on nailing post-summer, work appropriate hair.
“Its all about having an age and hair appropriate style, your hair should be well cut and well styled” Joh said. So, whether you’re feeling daring and in need of a dramatic change or just need some styling tips, Joh Bailey has the answers…
The Pixie Chop
Made popular most recently by Harry Potter star and fashion icon, Emma Watson this do is all about effortless sophistication and style. “I think if you’re looking for a new look and you’re young and beautiful you should go for a pixie chop.” Joh Bailey said. Perfect for girls with thinner faces and finer hair, it extenuates your features and gives you a cool and calm demeanour.
Hermione, Emma Watson’s character in Harry Potter always had unruly, long, frizzy locks and never could we imagine that such a sleek short cut could look so good. So how do we know if the chop is right for us? Joh Bailey suggests sitting down with your stylist and discussing your options, and admits the Pixie isn’t for everyone. “Curly haired and round faced girls should steer clear of anything too short,” he said.
The Long Bob
“A shoulder length bob is big news, with a centre part – definitely long, not short,” Joh said. At Rescu. we can’t help but think the gorgeous Jennifer Aniston has something to do with this new tress trend – In need of a change she recently opted for a new do, that now everyone is coveting, and do you blame us? Her long bob is super chic, wearable and better again, 100% appropriate for work. According to Joh, this style suits most. It should be brilliant and blunt and no shorter than shoulder length.
Rescu. tip: Remember stylists aren’t mind readers and love as many points of reference you can give them! Print off celeb images or take magazine tears to your next appointment to make sure your desired do, isn’t lost in translation.
A Beautiful Blow Dry
We know there isn’t room in everyone’s busy schedules or budgets to get a blow dry twice weekly but for that very special meeting, review or client lunch, “Nothing can beat a beautiful blow dry,” Joh said. When going for a blowdry you don’t need to stick to super straight either, if you’re finding it hard to strike a balance between bed hair and overly straight, ask for a blowdry with some movement. It will be bouncy and fun, with enough sophistication to be taken seriously at work.
Just remember what doesn’t work, “…overly sexy hair, beach hair or bed hair that may look fabulous for a night out but are a big no no for the office,” Joh said.
The Sleek Ponytail
“If you want to keep your hair long and you want to look professional a sleek ponytail is the best way to go,” according to Joh. The perfect pony should sit at mid height, “Not high, not low, right in the middle of the back of your head, a little bit of product, tight, and with a bouncy frizz free tail,” Joh said.
Step By Step Guide To Creating The Perfect Sleek Pony With Joh Bailey
- The beauty of the sleek ponytail is that you don’t have to start with clean hair. It’s the perfect style for the next day, after a night out. If you feel you need to add some freshness though, Tresemme Fresh Start Dry Shampoo ($11.49) can be applied, concentrating on the roots.
- Next run a blowdryer or straightening iron over the ends that will make the ponytail straight and frizz few.
- A bit of puff is ok, but the front should be super-sleek. Sebastian Professional do a great gel, Gel Forte ($35) and the tiniest amount should be squeezed into palm of the hand, rubbed together to warm and then patted onto the very front section.
- With a good stiff brush, brush all the hair into the middle of the back of the head, try to keep it perfect and neat with no bunches.
- Use a nice thick hair tie to secure, or to add a little extra class adorn with a black ribbon, as seen at Topshop Unique at London Fashion Week A/W 2011.
- To add sheen to the ponytail, lightly spritz Sebastian Professional Halo Mist ($37) from the hair tie to the ends. Its light reflecting particles with make your hair look silky and shiny.