2008 hairstyles

There are some great hair tutorials on youtube, this one shows how to create the illusion of a simple bob from longer layered hair.

The bob initially hit the big time back in the 1920’s worn by the liberated flappers of the time. Vidal Sassoon reinvented it for the sixties, bringing it up to date with a simpler cut. In 2008 you should not be constrained by fashion but choose a bob that suits your own style. There are many versions of this cut inverted, layered, asymmetrical -some of the more popular styles with pictures are shown below - I’m using Jessica Simpson as my hair model as she seems to have an affinity for the bob. Funky retro flip out bob on jessica simpson.




Some pictures of modern bobs
A page dedicated to the cut

My top pick for the star that will most influence popular fashion this year is Scarlett Johansson, a thouroughly modern girl with a classic sense of style, every look she tries she pulls off beautifully. Unfortunately for us, shall I say lesser beauties following the Scarlett route can be perilous,she can own so many styles because she is truly beautiful. The pictures really show off her range. My only reservation is that she changes hairstyles so frequently that she may not keep one long enough for it to become iconic.
A simple candid showing her hair pulled back.
Cute and simple.

Inspired by my last post for a medium length sleek style like Jennifer Anistons, I have decided to post a version that can be done with short hair. For this style its good to start with shoulder length bob cut hair. First wash and towel dry your hair so that it is still damp but all excess water has been removed, apply smoothing balm - there are so many to choose from I won’t recommend one - try them out and see what suits your hair. Secondly part your hair - for the look shown it will need to be a side parting but experiment to find what works in your individual case. Section your hair into 2 inch pieces so that they can be worked individually, Use a hairdryer to dry your hair section by section while using a large round brush to pull hair straight, for this style a slight curl is added to the ends to create bounce, repeat this step on the same section until that section is completely dry. Then move to the next section until the whole head is done. When you are happy with how the style looks a litte hair gloss can be added to give that extra shine. As with most hairstyles the basic technique can be described, but each person needs to adjust the hair style to suit their own hair type, cut and personal preferences.

In 2008 one big style trend as in 2007 will be the medium to long super sleek hairstyle often achieved with a straightening iron such as the sedu, to achieve this hairdo without an iron, follow these simple steps. 1. Apply shine serum to towel dry hair making sure not to use to much product - more is definately not better. I recommend Clinique healthy shine serum with UV protection or for a cheaper but still good option try Neutrogena’s triple moisture healing shine serum. 2. Divide hair into manageble sections, clipping each back out of your way. 3. Take the first section and create smaller 1-2 inch sections, use a large round brush to comb the hair straight, keep combing hair until the section is completely dry - it should now be a lot straighter, make sure not to let the ends rest on anything that will cause them to flip out or curl under itself. 4. Move onto the next section and repeat until all hair has been straightened. 5. Part hair on one side in a place that is most flattering to your own facial features/shape and use a large flat brush to smooth the locks for a beautiful shiny finish.

A safe bet for the upcoming season will be Posh’s new hairdo, a graduated bob created for her by top London hair salon lockonego. The style is perfect for her fine features and far easier to maintain than her previous hair extensions. To get the look you’ll need to ask your stylist for a graduated bob. Phil Smith a celebrity stylist who recreated this look for the UK ’s NOW magazine advised that a V-shape section should be cut into the nape of the neck, the hair is deep point-cut and sliced through to create a soft flattering cut. To maintain the cut it should have a maintenance trim every 6 to 8 weeks. As you can see in the picture Posh’s hair is also coloured with a mix of golden blond and caramel blonde and has chocolate brown lo lights.

This retro hairstyle is perfect for prom paired with 1920’s inspired ensemble. To achieve the look follow these simple steps.

1. Wash and condition your hair using smoothing products.
2. Pat dry your hair to remove all the excess moisture.
3. Part your hair to one side and using a large flat brush smooth the top of your hair as you blow dry.
4. Wait until the hair is dry and then with the smaller parting use heated rollers on one inch hair sections to create curls. Once the hair has cooled unravel each tight curl and fix in place with hairspray. Acentuate the look with a funky hair clip.

This is quite a complicated style so be sure to have a rehersal well before the big night so that your prom haircut can be perfect, also for such a big night consider having a stylist do this hairdo for you.

This is the first post on a blog with a very short life - just one year. Im planning to document this years hairstyle trends on this blog for 2008 and then no more. I’l get to write about something I love, without too much commitment - something that I hate. Anyway hopefully this will be the first and last rambling, self indulgent post on the blog. But the first post - for me its something of a tradition to write rubbish while setting up the blog just to get a feel for it. Because it will probably be deleted very soon.