Davines capped off Spring/Summer Bridal Fashion Week
2016 on Friday, April 17 with two stunning shows -- Naeem Khan and Reem Acra.
From regal to ethereal the looks were breathtaking. The Makeup Examiner
received the exclusive “how-tos” from Joseph DiMaggio for Davines for Team TME
readers. Oh, and you don’t have to wait until 2016 to coif the styles!
Show: Naeem Khan Spring/Summer 2016 Bridal Fashion Week
Inspiration: “There is nothing as
inspiring as the work of Naeem Khan, especially in his bridal collections.
Having had the chance to work with him at F/W 2015 Fashion Week, I was thrilled
to create the hair look for Naeem’s modern, yet classic bride. I complemented
his idyllic beadwork with a demure roped chignon - reminiscent of a flower in
bloom. The natural backswept style also provides the perfect frame for the
seashell crowns seen throughout the show.”
Lead Stylist, Joseph DiMaggio, Master Session Ambassador for Davines
Naeem Khan Hair Step-by-Step:
Step 1: Prep hair by applying a
generous amount of Davines More Inside This is A Volume Boosting Mousse onto
fingertips. Distribute thoroughly from roots to ends, keeping hair smooth and
in place.
Step 2: Section hair evenly from ear to ear, creating front and back
sections.
Step 3: Using a blow dryer and
large round brush, work to create subtle volume and bounce at the crown and top
of the head by blowing hair up and away from the face.
Step 4: *Once dry, use fingers to
sweep the hair into a layered ponytail, securing with an elastic tie directly
under the occipital bone. Tightly twist into a low bun at the nape of the neck,
fasten with pins. Use weft (virtually undetectable strip) extensions, to create
two tight twists. Twist these two extension wefts together, creating a “rope
braid.” Wrap rope braid around bun to create an elegant flowerlike shape and
pin securely. Using fingertips, customize the braid shape by applying Davines
More Inside This Is A Texturizing Dust to hands and massaging for additional
structural support and texture expansion.
Step 5: Finish by applying
Davines More Inside This Is A Medium Hold Hair Spray for all over for shine and
hold.
*At-home: Following step 4, separate ponytail into two
smaller sections and tightly twist each, securing with two small elastics. Wrap
into a rope braid and fasten to head with bobby pins in the same fashion.
Styling Products Used: Davines More Inside This Is A Volume
Boosting Mousse ($34), Davines More Inside This Is A Medium Hold Hairspray
($28), Davines More Inside This Is A Texturizing Dust ($28)
Show: Reem Acra Spring/Summer
2016 Bridal Fashion Week
Inspiration: “Reem Acra’s
intricate bead work and sexy silhouettes are true works of art. Rather than
accessorizing with jewelry, she wanted all attention centered around the hair -
creating an unexpected piece of bridal ‘jewelry.’ With that, I was able to push
my own limits and dream up an avant-garde bridal style. Using long extensions,
I crafted a strong structured braid and romanticized it with diamond and pearl
accessories of Ms. Acra’s creation.” ~ Lead Stylist, Joseph DiMaggio, Master
Session Ambassador for Davines
Reem Acra Hair Step-by-Step:
Step 1: Prep hair by
spraying a generous amount of Davines Essential VOLU Mist at the root. Follow
up by brushing Davines More Inside This Is A Volume Boosting Mousse from root
to tip to keep it smooth and in place.
Step 2: Section hair
evenly from ear to ear, creating front and back sections.
Sweep hair back in the back section into a ponytail at the
occipital bone, secure with an elastic cord. Create a strong center part in the
front section and allow to hang loose temporarily.
Step 3: *Apply
More Inside This Is A Volume Boosting Mousse throughout three wefts of
extensions. Brush through the length before creating a 12” braided ponytail
that falls down the entirety of the back. Attach this extension to the actual
ponytail using an elastic cord. Pro Tip: If the natural hair is long, create a
braid below where the ponytail is fastened at the occipital bone and fasten to
the underside of the extensions using clear elastics. For short hair, wrap hair
tightly around the elastic and extension.
Step 4: Brush the front section of the hair back towards the
ponytail, smoothing as you go with Davines More Inside This Is A Medium Hair
Spray.
Step 5: Lace the hair from the front sections underneath the
ponytail (including extensions) and continue to wrap around the base creating a
thick band over where the extensions meet the base of the head and ponytail.
Use pins to secure.
Step 6: Using a
variety of diamonds, pearls and golden wraps, pin and tie throughout the length
of the braided ponytail.
Step 7: Apply iron on stars sporadically around the head.
Step 8: Adhere carefully using a hot curling iron.
Step 9: Control wisps and secure the look by applying Davines More Inside This
Is A Strong Hair Spray for all over for shine and hold.
*At-home: Following step 3, braid your own hair and tie off
with an elastic at the bottom of your natural length. Continue on with steps 7,
8 and 9.
Styling Products Used: Davines Essential VOLU Mist ($34),
Davines More Inside This Is A Volume Boosting Mousse ($26), Davines More Inside
This Is A Medium Hair Spray ($29), Davines More Inside This Is A Strong Hair
Spray ($29)
Davines products are available online at Davines and select
salons.
