October is all about things PINK

Essie Yes We Can, Pink!

Yes We Can, Pink! ($8) , a new nail color, for which a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women affected by the disease.

ghd Pink Limited Edition gift set

Another one of my favorite PINK products is the ghd Pink Limited Edition gift set ($255) www.ghdhair.com .

ghd will donate $15 to support the Young Survival Coalition (YSC) (www.youngsurvival.org) , for every gift set sold. The Young Survival Coalition is dedicated to helping women under 40 who have been touched by breast cancer.

The new pink ghd IV styler is only available as part of ghd Pink, which is complete with an array of exclusive ghd styling accessories including:

• The iconic pink ghd IV styler with matching pastel pink plates

• A pastel pink heat-resistant styler pouch to protect your beloved styling tool

• A matching pink hair brush

• Two pink sectioning clips for your hair

• A pastel pink tote bag to hold your beauty essentials

Just For Fun...

Sir Alistair Rai Pink Crystal Love Dupatta

I am a huge fan of Sir Alistair Rai scarves !!!! This is my pic for Fall.. not only is the pink an ode to the cause, but its just lovely !!!!! These Dupattas ( various colors and styles available) , are really a must have staple in everyone's wardrobe !!!!!

For more information check out www.siralistairrai.com

Miami Fashion Week Re-Cap !!!!

ghd Runway Report
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2010


ghd once again did an amazing job at the past Swim 2010 shows. Here's a look at my favorite picks !


WHITE SANDS AUSTRALIA
Hair lead: Andy Bodine for ghd

“The Ethereal Goddess”
(my favorite of all three looks!!)

The Look

Celestial glamour reigned supreme with frilly bandeau bikinis in a heavenly mix of sweet gelato colors.

The ghd Way

Beautiful cascading curls polished to perfection.Bodine began the look by spraying ghd thermal protector all over to prepare hair forheat styling. Using the ghd IV mini styler, Bodine created the classic ghd ribbon curl throughout the hair. Once the curl was made, a light mist of ghd ultimate hairspray helped set the look.

Finally, just before the girls stepped out onto the runway, Bodine gently finger combed
some of the curls to create a little extra volume and give the look a slightly tousled effect.

XTRA LIFE LYCRA
Hair lead: Omar Lopez for ghd

“Sleek and Timelessly Chic”

The Look

Lycra took guests through the decades with archival garments from 1960-1990. The
2010 designer collections featured a variety of timeless styles inspired by elements of
nature.

The ghd Way

Lopez created a classic, sophisticated sleek look that complemented both archival and
present designs.

Hair was prepped with ghd creation spray to help create a base for heat styling. Using
the ghd IV styler, Lopez straightened hair, running the iron through small pieces at a
time to limit the amount of volume created and ensure a pin straight result.

Once all hair was straightened, Lopez brushed all the hair straight back to prevent any
parts from being created, then sprayed ghd ultimate hairspray at the roots until hair
was slightly damp. Lopez alternated between spraying hairspray and brushing hair back
until the roots were left looking slick and wet while the ends were left completely dry.
The result was a timelessly chic and sleek style that would easily complement all
fashions from past, present and future collections.

RED CARTER
Hair lead: Omar Lopez for ghd

“Trashy & Flashy Circa 1984”

The Look

"My theme this year is Rock & Roll Space Hooker Circa 1984. It's very flashy and trashy.
I'm going to show my true self this time,” Red Carter described on his 2010 collection.

The ghd Way

Lopez reinterpreted the rock and roll space-age theme from the collection and worked a
beachy flavor into it for the runway. The result was a sculpted, sophisticated look that
was tough, yet glamorous all around.

First, ghd sea spray was sprayed into the hair then diffused throughout using a blow
dryer. Lopez created a part in the hair that ran from ear to ear, passing through the
crown, then secured each half into tight ponytails. After working a bit more ghd sea
spray into the back piece, Lopez backcombed the top part/interior of the ponytail to
give it more texture then rolled it up into the head, securing it with bobby pins.

The same rolled shape was mirrored in the front half with a slight variation as the front
ponytails were placed off center and more to the side, coming down slightly more
towards models’ foreheads. A final misting of ghd ultimate hairspray provided
additional hold for the runway.

The Tale of Two Jessicas

Andy Bodine (ghd artistic ambassador) gives tips on how we can re-create both looks as seen on Jessica Alba .

Sleek and Sassy Jessica

"If you’re born with natural texture in your hair like Jessica, you’ll need to use an iron to get hair looking this sleek. Start off with a lightweight product, like ghd thermal protector, which protects hair from the heat of your styling tools. The formula also controls static and brings out your hair’s natural shine. On hair with medium length, I use the ghd IV styler to straighten strands from root to tip. To prevent the style from looking too stiff and straight, slightly curl the ends inward. The ghd IV styler is great for this since the ceramic plates are beveled and float (meaning they have more give when you use it to curl, which prevent dents or lines in the hair). For Jessica’s fringe, I would use the ghd IV mini styler which comes with ½” plates that are great for using on shorter styles. After using the styler, apply just a small amount of ghd shining serum to smooth the cuticle and you’re ready to show off your sleek, sassy style."

Textured and Tousled Jessica

"If your hair is like Jessica’s and naturally has a slight wave in it, after showering use a product that helps define that natural wave. I use ghd texture lotion on hair when it’s still slightly damp. The formula is great at defining and piecing out your hair’s natural texture without looking or feeling too stiff. Use a diffuser with your blow dryer when drying the rest of your hair to prevent frizz, then apply ghd sea spray which has Dead Sea salt crystals to help recreate movement in hair and also provides a good hold that lasts throughout the day.

If your hair doesn’t have the natural wave in it, try creating a loose wave with your styler. I take a section of hair and place my ghd IV styler close to the root. Once I clamp down on the piece, I turn the styler 180 degrees away from the face and slowly pull through to the ends of the hair. The more quickly you pull through, the looser the wave and the great thing about this look is that if your waves turn out slightly messy, it looks even better! Finish the look with ghd sea spray to add matte texture and you’re good to go!"

Romantic Hair with an Edge

“A romantic adventure through Morocco, Africa and Greece”

Show : Whitley Kros

Hair lead: Andy Bodine for ghd
The Look : Relaxed, colorful, and all-around fun to reflect Whitley’s safari adventures in Africa and a romantic Grecian getaway.
The ghd way : A laid-back, soft and textured top knot with loose ends—perfect for Whitley Kros’ whimsical, yet chic traveling style.

1. First, the ghd Directive Team sprayed ghd sea spray into hair, then blow dried to create texture.
2. Hair was then finger-combed into a high ponytail for a slightly messy effect. ghd polishing serum was applied to ends of the ponytail to tame flyaways, and the hair was then twisted into a knot and secured with bobby pins, leaving the ends free.
3. A final light mist of ghd ultimate hairspray finished and secured the look.

This look is very "the softer side of Grunge" ( in my opinion at least.)

Beautiful rendition on the messy up-do .