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Hair Color Trends 2011-2012

Staying true to my color philosophy " Hair color should look natural," I am not too thrilled with some of the bold tones that are still surfacing this season. I understand that with each year comes seasonal changes and hair is no different. In fact, Fall and Spring are the most popular time of the year when seasonal changes take place.

Just because Pantone sets the trend for fabric colors doesn't mean that these color selections should fit well on hair. Pinks, blues, yellows, silver...Now don't get me wrong. I am fascinated by these tones and as a colorist, I crave to play with them. They look absolutely beautiful.

Trends do come and go. They offer a breath of fresh air and excitement to one's wardrobe and hairstyles. Needless to say, the classics will always reign and will always be in style.With that said, lets talk about color trends: Ombre, Reverse Ombre, Pop of Color and Pastels/Avant-Garde Colors.


Here are some examples:


Absolutely gorgeous to See  by Chad Demchuk (not an every day wear, unless it fits your personal style)


Beautiful to See on Kelly Osbourne (not an every day wear, unless it fits your personal style)

 
Beautiful to See on Katy Perry (not an every day wear, unless it fits your personal style)




Pop of Color (is beautiful to see and wearable)






For this Summer, expect to see lots of warm colors like dimensional browns and blondes with fine ribbons of caramel color and soft cool tones.




Brunettes with caramel accents

Soft Cool (like vanilla tones) 

Blonde with caramel accents




 "Ombre" is a French word that signifies ” graduation, shadow.” In color terminology, it describes the graduation of color from dark roots to light ends. Ombre is sexy, sensual, versatile, easy to maintain, need I say more! It was laying low for quite some time and thanks to our creative colorists and celebrities showing it off, Ombre is here to stay.
It's become one of the most requested color service in salons. Few, however, can perform this technique. Be cautious when selecting the salon or the colorist. Don't be afraid to ask questions and to ask for pictures of their "Ombre" work.

The "Ombre" can be achieved using the the balayage method or the foiling method.  A perfect Ombre does not show lines of demarcations. Instead, color is diffused to blend mid-lengths with the the roots. In this manner, as you can see in my model, you do not see where the graduation of color really begins. It's like nature made.


Beachy Ombre
 Pink Ombre























"Reverse Ombre" is the opposite of Ombre. The top section is lighter while of the mid-lengths and ends are darker. Check out Beyonce and Jessica Simpson.
Reverse Ombre on Beyonce

Reverse Ombre on Jessica Simpson



Pop of Color or POC is nothing really new. However, the name seems to be. They are just like Pee-A-Boo highlights. They add a splash of color, boldness and coolness to one's hair. In my opinion, POC is the perfect way to show avant-garde colors (colors that are outside the norm. Like greens, blues silver, etc.)

Picture by Brillantine
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You can add POC or the Ombre effect to your hair without compromising your own hair. POC and Ombre require, in most occasions, for your hair to be pre-lightened. However, you can bypass all this work by adding hair extensions. You can also opt for Hair Chalking ( another form of POC) It's simple, just select a color chalk and sections of your hair where you want the hair chalking to be. It's easy, fast and temporary.



If you are looking for a color change, consider consulting with your stylist/colorist about theses and other options you may have. Remember, trends need to fit  and enhance your lifestyle, not the other way around.

Your Friend and Colorist,
Maria Polanco-Arias

Photo Credits: womenhairstyles1st.blogspot.com, L'Oreal, Chad Demchuk: Salon 7(NAHA), celebsalon.sheknows.com, nameskincare.com, Getty images
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