Local news anchors and celebrities rely on Sandy Barbetta to keep their coiffures up to date in both style and colorization.
Sandy, co-owner with husband, Cosmo, of Cosmos Salon and Day Spa, regularly attends the seasonal style shows, and brings all of what’s new back to the Valley. She shared her finds for our readers.
“Now that the summer is dwindling down, and the days shorten,” Sandy said, “our sense of style will change, and so will our hairstyles to match. It’s time to prep yourself for the next season’s hottest trends,” she continued.
According to Sandy, whether it’s for practicality’s sake or simply because we crave the refreshing breeze of change, fall/winter 2012 will see new hairstyles and cuts entering the list of choices for both women and men.
“For women, it’s bangs, bangs, bangs,” she predicted, “Fringe, to be exact. Trends can sweep in like an unstoppable avalanche, changing the landscape entirely (until they run their cycle), such as fringe/bangs did in 2007,” she further stated. “But some trends can drift on, lingering, having bursts of renewed vigor. That’s what the fringe has done this year.”
She reports the fact runways also are showing styles, such as tomboy ponytails or plaited buns, faux fish-plaits and the waved flapper bobs.
This season’s big look for men’s hair is the pompadour. Celebrity Ryan Seacrest is a prime example. He has a refined look with a casual appeal. “The style is shaped by combing it off the face and using a firm-hold styling gel, followed by molding clay combed through,” Sandy stated. “You definitely need a product called SuperGlue, by American Crew, to achieve the look.”
SANDY’S TAKE ON COLOR
Redheads will spice things up this fall with deeper dimension. Consider shades of burnt copper with hidden pieces of cinnamon and nutmeg. Red hair is such a stand-out color, and can be worn in a variety of shades. It can be subtle or dramatic, so it appeals to a wide audience. Add a few accent pieces, or go for full drama.
What to avoid
Stay away from anything that may strip away that lustrous color. Redheads should avoid shampooing every day, although wetting and conditioner is OK. Red shades work best on those who have golden or pale skin tones and/or green eyes, such as actress Isla Fisher.
For the cool brunettes, there’s a shift from full-head highlights with too much bleach, to a healthy, rich chocolate color. Over the past two years, more and more women want color that is increasingly natural looking, such as singer Cheryl Cole. Light eyes always stand out with brunette shades.
The fall and winter forecast for blondes shows a move away from the sunny, golden blondes, and a jump into beigey-based colors with creamy, icy highlights. It’s all about period looks right now, and since beige and icy shades are reminiscent of the mid-1960s to early 70s, they will be super hot for winter. Actress Elizabeth Banks has been seen sporting this look.
For apparel, strong colors and textures are leading the fall/winter clothing lines—black and ivory, teals, deep purples, metallics and copper, as well as blues. As for texture—heavy duty. It’s lace on everything.
“When you’re ready to do your season makeover, stop in for a free update consultation,” Sandy said. “Our stylists and colorists will be happy to show you options right for you and the products to keep them fresh.”
Cosmos Salon and Day Spa is located at the northeast corner of Power and McDowell roads. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (480) 844-0707.