Creating a Fun Updo
October 26, 2009 by Aly Walansky
Filed under Hair Care
Are you getting ready for your holiday parties and looking for easy no-fuss ways to look ultra- glam? According to Umberto Savone, of Umberto of Beverly Hills, it’s easier than you may think.
Check out his tips, below, for creating a really fun and festive updo in five easy steps.
1) Start by misting hair with Controller Conditioning Spray then blow dry hair straight
2) Comb all hair back as if you are about to make a ponytail, but twist hair up instead to form an upside down French Twist
3) …read more
Scorching Summer Hair Trends
July 29, 2009 by Aly Walansky
Filed under Hair Care
My BFF and I are currently sitting at a local cafe, watching it thunder and lightning outside. It is decidedly not summer-feeling.
However, it IS technically summer, and you may actually want to have a summer ‘do.
What’s some great looks of the season? Edmondo Blando, owner of Salon Vanity in Philadelphia gave me some pointers!
Sleek updos are hot this summer.
This clean and simple look keeps hair away from the face–letting your true, elegant beauty show. Don’t forget to use spray or gel to keep fly-aways at bay! For a more dramatic style, go for the very slick, almost wet look.
The …read more
Be Grinch-chic for this week’s holiday parties!
December 26, 2008 by Aly Walansky
Filed under Hair Care
It seems the Grinch has come to town this holiday season, with limited spending and low-key holiday parties becoming the new trend forecast. Companies are spending less money on corporate parties by cutting down extravagant food and liquor, using smaller venues, inviting fewer guests and even buying less expensive glassware. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t look glamorous and spread the holiday cheer.
Suki Duggan, owner of the Donsuki salon & spa (62nd and Madison), says you can create your own personal look and style to stand out at simple holiday parties, without spending as much on expensive hair products …read more




