Hair Trends for Winter 2013/2014 by Fern Framberg

Short Cuts Are In 
With temperatures falling and over-sized scarves abounding, women are opting for shorter, layered and more textured hairstyles.  

Stylist Piet says, “Thanks to the Jennifers (Lawrence, Hudson and Anniston) we’re seeing everything from swept-back pixies to boyish crops and  piecey A-line bobs. When humidity is not a factor, more women are willing to take the plunge and go shorter.”

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Waves Rock Mid-Length Locks
For those who prefer the versatility of mid-length locks, softer, looser, wavier styles offer a fresh alternative this season.  Easy, breezy blow dries are replacing the super-straight styles that took way too much time and effort to create.   

Vartan says, “Softer styles add a more youthful look.  If you haven’t had a roller set before, now is the time.  Lifting hair off the scalp plumps up thin hair, adds height and fullness and takes years off your age,” he says.

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Bang It Out
Assymetrical bangs -- choppy, chunky, fringed or swept forward across the face -- are a great way to update any look, Vartan points out.

Holidays Call For Polish and Shine:

Hydrate and Condition Your Hair  Now!
With the holidays drawing near, styles call for more polish and shine.  Regular conditioning is key to keeping hair healthy and hydrated.  Gels and oils tame flyaways, while adding texture and gloss.

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Warmer Haircolor Tones, 
Light Up Your Complexion
When it comes to color this winter, the freshest looks are darker, deeper and a little redder.  Shades of cinnamon or ginger add warmth, depth and dimension to hair.   

Michael says, “Warming up your haircolor diminishes dull, winter pallor and make your skin glow.  “I like to think of haircolor as permanent makeup – not only does it add heft to the hair, it brightens skin tones,” Michael notes.

Apres Holidays:  
Lighter, Brighter Colors, Lift Your Spirits!
Once the holiday season ends, and the dark days of January commence, Vartan suggests lightening up your haircolor to fight off winter doldrums and banish post-party blahs.  

“If you’re blonde, go lighter; if you’re brunette go brighter.  If you’re red, go a bit bolder,” he says.  “An extra shot of color will brighten your perspective and help you ring in the new year in style.”