Fall Hair Trends

Fall Hair 2019

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Color Trends

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Fall weather is in full effect. We’ve switched our iced coffees for the Philly favorite “PSL”, so why not do the same with your hair? The trends for this season will be shying away from all the icy colors and transitioning into fall with some warmer, darker tones. Think of all the colorful leaves falling on the ground with tones of gold, brown and red. Icy blonde girls will want to go for a more rooted and golden blonde color. Dark Blonde / light brunettes can deepen their tone to add more shine and warmth. You’ll be seeing more rich and chocolaty tones on Brunettes. Red Heads will pop with copper dimension or keep it subtle with the “natural” auburn look. Ask your stylist about which hue is best for you or virtually consult with us here.

 

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Fall Trending Haircuts

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This year, we’ve seen all the trends from Modern Shags to Bold Colors, but the one constant is the textured bob. This classic look is being rocked by most of the Hollywood elite from Michelle Williams, Mila Kunis, Cara Delevingne, Etc. If you’re looking to really change up your look; short and chic Pixie cuts are hot right now. You can always play it safe with textured layers and lived in Textured looks and and wearing your hair with it’s natural texuture is definitely trending.

At Architeqt Salons, were always here to advise you on what would fit you and your lifestyle, whether it’s a big change or seasonal adjustment.  Request your appointment here.

 

 

 

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Summer Hair

Summer is in full swing here in Philadelphia. The temperature is rising and the humidity is our hair’s worst enemy. Luckily for you, you have us! This summer’s trends are all about ease- work smarter not harder. Embrace your natural texture with lived in hair cuts, brighten up with golden blondes, switch things up vintage fashion colors, or look sharp with a fun Bob.

 

Lived in Layers

 

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Golden Blonde Hues

 

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Hints of VIVID Tones

 

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Summer Fringe

 

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Sharp Bob

 

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Here are our trusted products that are a must have for your beach bag.

Colorproof Anti humidity spray- A quick, light weight fix for those pesky summer fly aways.

 

 

 

 

 

Evo Mane Tamer Shampoo and Conditioner- This is our go to for unruly, frizzy, summer hair.

 

 

 

 

 

Evo Salty Dog Sea Salt Spray- Can’t make it out to the shore? Get that gorgeous beach texture from the comfort of your own home.

 

 

 

 

 

Davines Renaissance Circle Mask- Has your hair had too much fun in the sun? This once a week mask will help nourish and restore your hair after long weekends down at the shore.

 

 

 

 

 

Davines Blow Dry Primer- This product is a must have for a sleek blown out style. Help prep for a smooth look with defense against humidity.

Whats Trending for Spring?

Winter is coming to an end and so it’s about time to come out of hibernation and refresh your hairstyle.

 

Here at Architeqt we like to add our own signature  to what we’re seeing trending in hair. Here are the looks we’re doing behind the chair that will make you feel fresh and beautiful for Spring time.

 

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The Golden Blonde Balayage and Dry Cut

 

The Dimensional Blonde

 

The Textured Shoulder Grazing Bob

 

 

Chin length no layer Bob

 

The Modern Pixie 

 

 

 

 

Copper Reds

 

And the always trending Balayaged Brunette

Architeqt Summer Trends 2018

The Summer 2018 Hairstyle Trends to Know About Before You Hit the Salon

 

‘Tis the season when we all start dreaming of drastic changes for our hair, mostly because Philadelphia’s summer heat and humidity can cause us all to start wondering if we could pull of an Amber Rose look. But before you go chopping off all your tresses, take note of the summer 2018 hairstyle trends Architeqt Salon owner and stylist Alexey Kats and stylists Sequoya Yeagle and Alba Karabina are seeing and doing behind the chair.

 

Before we dive into the more specific hairstyle trends for summer, a few across-the-board trends and tips to note: First off, natural textures rather, than big blown-out Kardashian-like ‘dos—which can feel like a pipe dream to maintain during a heatwave—are in, regardless of age. So no need to overheat under a blow-dryer at home, only to have your hair frizz up once you head out the door. Another trend that’s being seen across most styles and age groups is blunt cuts, rather than choppy layers. And secondly, while you may see fringe-like bangs infiltrating your Instagram feed, Alexey warns that summer is not—I repeat: NOTthe time to get them: You’ll just end up with hair plastered to your forehead and plenty of regrets.

 

Okay, let’s get to the top hairstyle trends the stylists from Architeqt are seeing for summer 2018.

 

Summer 2018 Hairstyle Trends for 20-somethings

 

Jaw-length bob: The Amelie look is back, y’all. As Alba points out, while this look requires some upkeep maintenance, with trims roughly every six weeks to keep the length just right, the actual styling of this look is veering toward less pin-straight and more textured and tousled, which means it’s possible to maintain with a natural air-dry for some, depending on hair type.

 

Less Fairytale hair color, more natural hues: This is good news for anyone who moans and groans at the time spent in the salon chair to get their locks to a lavender hue. Sequoya says the pastel pinks and blues are out, and embracing more natural hues while embellishing with soft copper balayage is in. This means less time spent in the salon , because frequent upkeep isnt required, and less fading from the sun, pool and ocean.

 

Summer 2018 Hairstyle Trends for 30- and 40-somethings

 

Lob: Lob is short for long bob—so this isn’t your super-duper short ‘do, but rather a shoulder-length take on the shorter style. As Alexey notes, while this style used to often be paired with a voluminous blow-out, now it’s shifting more toward a more laid-back, natural styling. Meaning: Less work for you each morning.

 

 

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Asymmetrical cuts: As Sequoya points out, asymmetrical cuts—which can range from pixie-length to lobs, and are paired with a deep side part—are having a moment. A nice bonus, along with the versatility in length, is that they provide you with a strong hairstyle without necessarily requiring too much everyday styling on your part, depending on length and texture.

 

 

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Summer 2018 Hairstyle Trends for 50- and up-somethings

 

Long looks: Surprise! Long hair is no longer a “don’t” as you get older, Alexey says. And the stylists at Architeqt are seeing more and more women embrace longer tresses. Instead of swearing off long hair once you reach a certain age, it’s all about knowing how to make long locks work for your face: The goal with a long style should be to frame your face in a way that gives the illusion of volume added to your face—something we naturally lose as we age.

 

Clavicle-length bob: Yep, there’s a bob trend for every age group! This bob, which lands smack-dab in between the bob and the lob, works to do what we just talked about above: Framing the face to add volume. Again, you’ll want to stay on top of your trim appointments to keep this cut at the perfect length and doing its job.

 

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What Colorists Wish You Knew…

 

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What Colorists Wish You Knew Before Your Hair Appointment

 

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How to best prep your tresses for transformation.

If you have a hair-coloring nightmare under your belt, you are not alone. But chances are, that “Ack!” experience was born out of a lack of preparation, whether that was a refusal to prep mentally (sadly, platinum blonde tresses will not magically transform you into Kim Kardashian’s clone) or a refusal to prep your actual hair for the process (spoiler alert: dirty hair is not the way to go). Here, expert colorist Allison Condon’s secrets for properly preparing your tresses before you head to your next hair-coloring appointment.

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Don’t fall prey to the dirty-hair myth.

Despite the myth that hair color is best delivered to dirty tresses, having a bunch of buildup on your scalp and in your hair actually prevents the hair color from doing its job. That layer of build-up from products and oil acts a shield, meaning the color has to work double-duty to break through all that gunk before it actually gets to the real work: coloring your hair. So the first step in making sure your hair-coloring appointment is smooth sailing is to arrive to the salon with a clean mane. (And note: If washing your hair just isn’t in the cards, make sure to show up to your appointment a bit early so you don’t eat into your coloring time with a wash.)

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But be smart about how you wash your hair.

So you do want to wash your hair but, ideally, not on the same day as your appointment. (If you do have to wash your hair on the same day, avoid getting carried away with your at-home scalp massage — you don’t want your scalp to be sensitive when the dye is being applied.) While you don’t want to have a ton of buildup on your scalp, it does help to have a thin layer of natural protection. In order to give yourself time to build up a slight cushion, Condon suggests using a detoxifying shampoo (some are better than others — a safe bet is the Architeqt-recommended ColorProof Clear It Up Detox Shampoo), a rockstar when it comes to cutting through oils and residue from styling products, and a hair mask the night before you head to the salon. If you’re trying to fix a botched box-dye job (been there), you’ll want to consult with your colorist first and most likely get the “Get Pure” clarifying treatment ($25) which prepares your hair for a chemical service by removing minerals and cosmetic build up so that your hair will be a clean canvas for your coloring service.

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Don’t be afraid to go au naturale.

You wouldn’t go in for a facial with a full face of makeup, right? Getting all that foundation and blush and mascara off would cut into the time your esthetician has to actually, you know, perform your facial. So natural face it is. You want to think the same way when it comes to getting your hair colored. I know: The thought of walking out of your house without your usual styled-to-perfection locks might feel a bit scary, but all those “I’m so exposed!” feelings will pay off when your hair color is able to do its job more effectively, without your styling products creating a barrier that it needs to break down first. The same rule goes for using powders and sprays that conceal gray hairs — you’ll want to skip them for the day or risk them blocking the color from reaching your hair.

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Know that, try as you might, you will not magically transform into Jennifer Aniston in the chair.

Condon says she likes for clients to show up with some photos for reference while also understanding that there is no way to guarantee that a color that looks flawless on someone else’s hair — let’s say Jennifer Aniston — will turn out exactly the same on your hair. The way color presents is tied in not just to the actual color, but also hair texture, style and how your hair reflects color. You also want to have realistic expectations when it comes to how light you can go in one sitting. As Condon says, ever since Kim Kardashian went platinum blonde, that’s been a popular request, but the reality is that it took more than 13 hours (really) to get Kim’s hair to that hue. Your hair can also only lighten so much in one sitting — you have to give it some time for the cuticle to close so that you can go in and color it again. So if you have a dramatic transformation in mind, just be prepared for it to take a few sessions.

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Don’t slack off in between appointments

This one’s for all my procrastinators: You don’t just want to squeeze in the prep work in the days leading up to your appointment — you should be using a color-safe, low-PH shampoo and masking your hair regularly in between appointments to keep hair healthy for future coloring sessions. At Architeqt, a L’oreal Power Mix, an add-in treatment to keep hair healthy, is performed during all color treatments and clients are recommended to purchase Olaplex #3 or Smartbond #3 to help rebuild the bonds in the hair that might became damaged during a lightening service. And after using those, Condon suggests using a mask once a week. The reason? Your color isn’t going to look great if it’s painted onto damaged hair, and it’s also more difficult to predict what color will look like on damaged hair. (Psst: You can also head into Architeqt for a reviving Power Mix treatment for $35 anytime your hair is feeling less Jennifer-Aniston healthy and more Courtney-Love hot-mess. There are different formulas for everything from keeping color-treated hair healthy to adding moisture to repairing everyday wear and tear)

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olaplex_smartbondAnd there you have it! How to prep before you land in the chair for your hair coloring appointment.  Here’s to looking and feeling your best!

 

By Adjua Fisher