ESTETICA Magazine USA (Spring 1/2023)

hairdirection CREATIVE FUSI N O James Earnshaw for Wella Professionals ■ E14

HAIR DESIGN HAS NO BOUNDARIES – IT’S A LIMITLESS EXPRESSION OF CREATIVITY, EXPERTISE AND BEAUTY. SO, IGNORE CONVENTION AND EMBRACE THE DIFFERENCE! Gary Kelly & Marie Scarano ■ GO GIRL BUZZ CUT. Once a moralebreaker for marine boot camp, the buzz cut for women and girls conveys a message of attitude, self-confidence and no-nonsense beauty… especially if you add your favourite fashion colors. James Earnshaw <strong>USA</strong>/UK ▲ GRAPHIC ANDROGYNY. This androgynous short style highlighted Mirza’s intention to showcase textured hair in obscure shapes using only male models. When it came to make-up for this short style, full smoky eyes and glossy lips were added to emulate the look of a female model, playing up the gender-bending elements in his design. “The extreme shape was meant to be showstopping - an expression of fun fashion on the edge,” says hair designer, Mirza Batanovic, <strong>USA</strong> ◆ UNISEX CURLS. Given how the hair is brushed back, could we call this a faux mullet? In any case, these curls can work for both the male and female of the species. Suitable for trending wet looks... or maybe even with a headband? Alex Burt, <strong>USA</strong> ● STRENGTH & CONFIDENCE. “In a world where you can be anything you wish to be, I was inspired to create a collection of images that represented the individual rather than the gender, with styles that could be applicable to every single person and give them a confident outlook on life. This gorgeous image, although shot from behind, portrays a feeling of strength, confidence and individuality at its very best. The look also showcases the progress of the hairdressing industry, where much more creative styles are being completely transitioned into modern day trends and requests.” Darrel Starkey, UK Hair: Alex Burt @barberdynamics for Denman Brushes / Photo: Chris Bulezuik Hair: Mirza Batanovic / Photo: Richard Monsieurs / Make-up: Emilia Adamkiewicz ▲ Hair: Darrel Starkey @hairbydarrel / Make-up: Abbie Beautement @abbiebooboo Photo: Anthony Sheridan @sheridanphoto ◆ ● 15E