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Jan 24, 2012 | Post by: admin No Comments

Wedding Hairdresser of the Year

National Wedding Hairdresser of the year. Epic! I’m currently in Spain at the moment after an all time high of a week. From running a fantastic bridal masterclass for a talented stylist from the Netherlands at the beginning of the week. Then I was involved in a cool Bridal film by Taylor

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Jan 20, 2012 | Post by: admin No Comments

Bridal Fashion Video

What an epic week! You may already know I have won Wedding Hairdresser of the year at The Wedding Industry Awards. I will put up the details and pictures very soon. To finish the week off Crash Taylor has just released A bridal shoot which I headed up the hair

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Jan 13, 2012 | Post by: admin No Comments

Elizabeth’s Bridal Hair

  I was over in West Bridgford when I created Elizabeth’s relaxed up style. Below is a selection of Elizabeth’s wedding hair. We created a soft and relaxed shape to the lower nape of the head. We also placed a stunning headpiece in right side. I hope you like.    James.

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Jan 13, 2012 | Post by: admin No Comments

A Classic Chignon at Crockwell Farm, Northamptonshire

Its a pleasure to show you some fab images of  a recent wedding. I headed over to Northamptonshire to Crockwell Farm. It is an established venue and working family farm owned and run by Bay and Hermione Harper. It is in South Northamptonshire, close to the Oxfordshire and Warwickshire borders,

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Dec 15, 2011 | Post by: admin No Comments

Behind The Scenes of Dior Couture by Patrick Demarchelier

The visual dream team didn’t stop with Demarchelier and Baron’s collaboration, the two recruited contemporary top models such as Sasha Pivovarova, Karlie Kloss, Agyness Deyn, Gemma Ward, Daphne Groeneveld, Gisele Bündchen, Catherine McNeil, Arizona Muse, Candice Swanepoel, Natalia Vodianova and more to model over 100 pieces of Dior’s finest haute

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Dec 14, 2011 | Post by: admin No Comments

2012 Wedding Dress Trends

See below the newest wedding gown styles, silhouettes, and details from New York Bridal Fashion Week from Jenny Packham to Oscar de la Renta. {1} High-Low Hemlines This cut really combines the best of both worlds: short and long, sexy and sweet. With a nod to ready-to-wear, fashion-forward couturiers added

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Dec 12, 2011 | Post by: admin No Comments

Creative October With Eternal Spirits & Marcus Holdsworth

Back in October I had the pleasure with working with Susi Henson from  Eternal Spirits & Marcus Holdsworth. The project was Nottingham’s “Creative October” Below are a selection of images for the shoot.

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Dec 10, 2011 | Post by: admin No Comments

{How To} Brigitte Bardot Hair Modernized

{1} Make sure there is enough texture and support in the hair to make the style hold. In this example we’ve kept the texture just enough to add volume but not so much to make the style messy. For night time, or to really add to the sixties sex kitten feel of

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Dec 09, 2011 | Post by: admin No Comments

Brigitte Bardot Hair Modernized

Some hairstyles have a habit of dipping in and out of fashion, while others are so classic they never seem to date. It’s one from the latter category that we focus on today, drawing inspiration from those icons of the 1960s that were so seductive, so utterly sex kitten, that it’s

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Dec 07, 2011 | Post by: admin No Comments

An effortless updo

  If there’s a middle ground between being stylishly done and carelessly undone, this hairstyle occupies it. It doesn’t require precision or complex tools (bobby pins are your friend – and lots of them) but it does require a little finesse to pull off that undone-done look of effortless chic.

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  • Recent Work

    Volumised French Twist
    Bold, Strong Chignon
    Low Relaxed Curls
    Low Side Bridal Knot

       

    Polka dot Vintage
    Stylish & Effortless
    Volumised & Down
    Relaxed Romantic & Styled Up
    Soft & Glamorous Curls With Birdcage

    A birdcage veil is a retro, short veil that has a romantic and vintage look. Many hairstyles work well with this type of veil, from loose and flowing to hair that is pinned up. During the wedding day, all eyes are focused on the bride, so it is important to have a style you are [...]

    Classic French Roll

    The classic French twist is elegant and sleek, perfect for a wedding. The modern French twist, a flirty modification of the classic, is good great for a strong look.

    Low Curled Chignon

    Nicole Kidman is often seen sporting a curly chignon hairstyle.She wore a low curly chignon at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.

    Relaxed Effortless Messy Knot

    The messy bun look is a fresh update to the classic bun hairstyle. Despite their name, messy buns are not only for bad hair days. This relaxed version of the classic bun quickly transforms straight or curly hair into an elegant, deliberate hairstyle that is often sported by celebrities and style icons the world over. [...]

    Luxe Wavy Hairstyle

    This sexy yet elegant side-swept wavy down-do will have you look like you are red carpet ready. Style: Loose waves, down Hair Length: Long Hair Density: Thick

    Romantic Down Waves

    A romantic, carefree hairstyle for your wedding day will accentuate your best features and can be worn almost any wedding dress style.  Insert a fresh flower just above the ear  for a fresh look. Style: Wavy, half up half down Hair Length: Short to long Hair Density: Thin, Medium, Thick

    Regal Bridal Hair

    Claire wanted clean strong regal wedding hair. We created volume and structure with a french roll place at the back. To keep a clean strong feel we decided to keep all the hair off her face. Taking all the hair off the face can be to harsh and unsuitable for other so try the look with [...]

    Relaxed Low Curls

    This intricate updo shows a formal chignon at the base of the neck with loose curls that are delicately curled to show off the back of your wedding gown. Worn with or without a fringe, this favorite classic hairstyle for years allows a bride to easily insert a veil for some added aisle drama. Style: Curled, [...]

    Ballerina Inspired Chignon

    A beautiful bun is a simple yet classic look for hair that is shoulder-length or longer. It’s achieved by pulling hair back into a low ponytail with a second elastic at its end. The ponytail is wrapped and pinned around top elastic. Letting some strands fall free softens it. Inspired by the classic ballerina, this [...]

    Audrey Hepburn Inspired Hair

    A Stunning Audrey Hepburn inspired look. Fiona wanted a clean strong shape with a huge Audrey Hepburn feel. This top spring/summer hair trend has been worn by celebrities like Heidi Klum, Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian at recent events. The high bun is great way to add some height to your wedding dress. Style: Straight, high [...]