Here, we take a look at the trend’s revival and the best products for you to use when recreating it at home.

Chanel’s SS22 runway saw models like Luna Bijl and Anna Ewers blind the crowd with their super shiny locks! The 90s hair perfectly complemented the 90s revival collection created by Virginie Viard. Chanel’s hair artists styled the look in different ways, demonstrating how the straight hair trend does not have to be same-ish. Some models wore headbands, others rocked tiny bows in pastel hues to match the tone of the collection.

As shown by Balmain’s SS22 show, 51 year old fashion icon Naomi Cambell is still setting our favourite hair trends. The model confidently stormed the catwalk and her long locks were set in a straight and sleek, centre-parted style that almost took our attention off the stunning all- black cut out dress she showcased.

And it wasn’t just on the runway itself that the trend took off. As Megan Fox sat front row to support her beau MGK walk the runway for D&G’s FW22 Collection, the star’s hair didn’t have a crinkle in sight. She later posted on Instagram recapping her time at the D&G show and showcased her centre-parted, dark straight hair which completed her all black lace bodysuit look.

Jlo added her own twist to the look, styling curtain bangs alongside straight hair with not a single strand out of place. The look was achieved by her talented hairdresser Chris Appleton, who later showcased the look to his Instagram followers.

Another fun take on the look was showcased by Gigi Hadid on Fendace’s SS22 runway, as the model’s ultra- straight hair was pinned back by two 90s- style clips, demonstrating another fun and funky way to rock the style.

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Words By Olivia Booth

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Boris’ latest announcement has all had us feeling some kind of way. Frustration, anger, sadness or maybe even acceptance for some, 2021 hasn’t kicked off in quite the way we have hoped. Despite the current sitch, positivity is vital. And with positivity (and a fresh lockdown) comes hair. Or hair experimentation. We’re talking vintage throwbacks from LaQuan Smith and LRS, short bobs of all shapes and textures from Anna Sui and Brock, and an electric shock from Claudia Li that we simply can’t get enough of. 

Despite the difficult start to the New Year, we’re excited to welcome in a whole new era of inspirational styles that we’re certain will get some heads turning (and that you can easily try out when you’re bored at home with nothing else to do). Get ahead of the game by diving into our predictions for the hottest cuts, colours, and textures in the coming Spring/Summer 2021 seasons. 

1. 70s Updos

Ever since Ariana Grande blessed us with her stylishly retro 34+35 music video, we’ve seen a resurgence in glamorous vintage hairstyles—ranging all the way from the 60s beehive to this 70s high pony with a fringe twirl seen at LaQuan Smith. Achievable for any hair type, we really see this trend catching on in the months to come. 

2. 90s Grunge Waves

Grunge revival is back and here to stay, with LRS showcasing tangles of seemingly effortless waves and uneven layers that are only structured by a clean centre part—think Kurt Cobain meets Kate Moss circa 1992, both untamed, wild, and free.

3. Swooped Back

Simple, clean, and a breeze to achieve, the look at Marina Mascone was cool, calm, and collected with hair swooped back, surfer style. The ideal look for when we can finally hit the beaches again, or at the very least emulate with a healthy dose of sea-salt spray. 

4. Neon Buzz Cut at Claudia Li

Through the wash of natural hues and longer styles spotted this season, the neon turquoise buzz cut from Claudia Li stood out from a mile away in the best way possible—it’s exactly the electrifying jolt needed to bolster our creativity and boost our imagination.

5. Tucked In

There’s something oh-so chic and sophisticated about understated strands tucked below a collar, and that’s exactly what Overcoal is doing right now. Ideal for those with mid length cuts, we predict this easy to achieve style will become a staple within our hair wardrobes. 

6. Side Partings

Poker straight fringes and deep side partings were all the range at Anna Sui, coupled with a distinguished array of blunt cut bobs presented in angular formations—a blatant contrast to the whimsical collection but a welcome one, nonetheless. 

7. Natural Textures

Veronica Beard has never made embracing our natural hair more fashionable, with models flaunting soft, bouncy curls that cascade from shoulders—inspiring us to ditch the straighteners and box dyes in favour of the au naturale instead of the superficial. 

8. Choppy Bobs

Brock favoured cheeky chin-skimming blunt cut bobs this season and quite frankly, so do we. This windswept style is simply oozing ‘cool’ with an understated edge that comes from voluminous, well-kempt locks coupled with a relaxed tuck behind the ear.

Words by Vinona Baines,  Graphics by Millie Pollok

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It was probably with you on your first day of school, and possibly escorted you on the first day of your career—you may be sporting one right now. The ponytail is one of the few things that can transition perfectly from childhood right into adulthood. The versatile style can be worn in an infinite amount of ways—high or low, straight or curly, sleek, or messy—and is a staple in almost every long-haired person’s lifestyle. The ponytail has a slightly casual reputation and isn’t always given the easily achieved finesse it deserves. Here are five simple ways to personalise your power-pony to transform it into a chic statement.

Wrap It

One of the most simple ways to elevate your ponytail to a level of sophistication is beyond easy. By simply covering your hair tie with a small ribbon of hair, it takes your ponytail from casual and relaxed to powerful and high fashion. Sleek roots give this look a sharp and minimal vibe; however, this technique can be used on any style of the ponytail to give it a polished result.

Quick N Easy| Shake N Go “Wrap-Around” Pontaytail| Ft. Elevatestyles

Textured/disheveled

images via @_hairbygabrielle Instagram, Luxy Hair Extentions

Achieving a perfectly sleek ponytail—with no lumps, bumps, or stray hairs—is a lot more difficult than one would imagine. Aiming for a textured, flyaway ponytail is an easier option that can give you a whimsical finish with minimal effort. Simply create a ponytail at the nape of your neck with your (previously waved) hair. When styling the ponytail, leave some hairs loose and undone around the front hairline. Use these hairs to cover the hair tie and also to create a tousled halo of strands around your face.

HOW TO | HIGH TEXTURED PONY via Rachel Vitullo

Bubble

How to: Genie Bubble Ponytail via Dutchess Briads

The ‘Bubble Ponytail’ is another look with a huge impact, but very little effort. The key to creating this look is all in the details. The playful pony is styled with hair ties placed at uniformed intervals throughout the style. Personalise this look by your choice of hair elastics. Coloured, black, or transparent hair ties will give you completely different results. Accessories and jewelry are other ways you can elevate this look to an entirely new level.

Kendall Jenner image via C Flanigan, @hairbykele

Scandinavian Bun

For a less kawaii approach, tie the ribbon in a knot instead of a classic bow. This look is divine and works best if you wear the ponytail in a low bun. Simply beautiful. The fabric of choice gives the raw and simple bun a level of style while keeping it pure and effortless. This is the perfect look for literally any outfit or mood. Amazingly, this also works on every single hair texture and type. Win-win! It’s a simple style that has no limits and can convey any mood or feeling you desire. It’s a lifelong companion and one of the first things we learned to style ourselves. Never underestimate the power of the Ponytail.

HOW TO: 3 EASY Low Bun Hairstyles

Words by Luke Nolan

Graphics by Frances Scott

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Before you press ‘checkout’ on that dodgy box dye you found suspiciously cheaply online, ask yourself: is it worth it? The answer we’re guessing is no. But we also understand the need to hide your 10-week abandoned roots but fear not the perfect solution is here. Whether you’re a fake blonde, brunette, or want to keep those greys at bay, root concealers are the simple and least damaging answer.

Here at Voir, we’ve picked out our favourites to keep you going until salons finally open (we’re crossing our fingers and toes Boris opens them next month).

First up, what exactly are root concealers? Put simply, root concealers are a temporary fix for those times between hair appointments where roots start to annoyingly appear. They can be applied with a brush, sprayed, squeezed, or sprinkled. Normally root concealers will last a few washes after each application, meaning if it’s a botch job it’s not the end of the world.

Check out our favourites below.

Phil Smith Hair Root Touch Up

How much: £6

Where can I buy it? philsmithhair.com

Award-winning celeb hairstylist Paul Smith created this root touch up after his clients wanted to reduce their salon visits and boost hair colour at home. So Smith listened and created this concealer which covers any unwanted roots instantly whilst leaving a salon-inspired shine. The product is a hit for many due to its true colour match. Welcome your newest handbag staple.

Fudge Professional Root Disguisers

How much: £15.95

Where can I buy it? Fudgeprofessional.com

What we love about this one is you can wash it out straight away if you need to. The product comes with a brush so the powder-based concealer is easy to apply. Side note: on the first application just make sure you tap the brush quite hard to get the product flowing easily, once you’ve done it once it’s extremely easy to apply.

Charles Worthington instant root concealer

How much? £9.99

Where can I buy it? Boots

Praised for its natural and even application, this concealer can last up to two days without coming out. Even better news, you don’t need much to get rid of those pesky roots so this bottle will last you a good while.

Oribe airbrush root touch up spray

How much? £29

Where from? Space NK

A dry shampoo and colour corrector in one, this product is perfect for covering grey hairs whilst adding volume. The microparticles offer maximum coverage whilst giving an even colour and absorbing dirt ensuring the glossiest locks.

Words by Grace Dembowicz

Graphics by Katie Janes

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For all those growing out their hair during this lockdown, I’m sure you have come to notice that your split ends have grown out too causing some strands to break off since it has been almost two months or more since we have seen our hair stylists or had a salon appointment.

So how can we prevent your split ends from getting in the way of your hair growth without sacrificing the length of your hair? Let us introduce you to micro dusting the non-hair cut you need to keep growing your hair healthy.

Micro dusting popularly known as surface cutting is the cutting your split ends along the hair strand. We call it the non-hair cut as compared to a regular haircut micro dusting does not sacrifice as much length.

So how can you, micro dust or surface cut from the comfort of your own home. First, we advise that if there is even a small chance for you to go to the salon and have this done professionally do it. Second, if you are going to do it at home, we suggest asking someone else to help you as they have a better view of your head.

Split Ends Hair Hack for Removing Damage Without Cutting Off Length | Sam Villa Hair Tutorials

Now that we disclaimed the main causes of at-home hair disasters here is how to micro dust from home

1). Grab your tools

The reason we recommend this method is because it does not need a lot of tools All you need is a paddle brush, fine-tooth comb sectioning clips and a pair of hair scissors

2). Brush your hair

Before you do anything, you need to ensure your hair is dry with very little product and brushed out using your paddle brush to get rid of any knots you may have.

3). Section your hair

After you have brushed out all your knots section your hair using the fine-tooth comb and comb through the sections.

4). Tuck and Micro dust

The final step is to grab a small portion of hair, comb it through using the fine-tooth comb and tuck it between your first three fingers. Bend it over your middle finger and cut the hairs that stick out. Do this along the strand of your hair in every section.

How To Get Rid Of Split Ends — Dusting Vs. Trimming | Hair.com

Words by Precious Njoki

Graphics by Katie Janes

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As lockdown gradually brought everyone’s lives to a complete halt and we scribbled over all the plans for the foreseeable future our diaries held, never mind the date you had planned for next month or your cousin’s wedding- the real heartache occurred when you had to (begrudgingly) put a big fat cross through ‘hair colour appointment’.

A lot of us are feeling at a loss right now; the feeling of helplessness you might be feeling as you watch the colour that your stylist painstakingly picked out for you slowly vanish as your lighter roots begin to appear, and then dominate your hair turning your once luscious locks into a kind of upside-down balayage gone-wrong. Or the agonising feeling as your build-up of carefully chosen high-lights and low-lights fade right before your very eyes. Then there are the boyfriends, husbands and partners of the ‘blondes’ of the world are gradually realising that they’ve actually been with an undercover brunette all these years.

To take your mind off the state your hair might be in right now, and give you a little bit of light at the end of the tunnel, Voir spoke to Fudge Colour Genius Tracy Hayes about how to maintain healthy hair and preserve your stylist’s hard work as best you can- ready for the post-lockdown revamp your poor locks will truly deserve!

1) Do you have any tips on how to cover roots and avoid messing up your current hairstylists/colourists hard work?

I would avoid trying to colour your own roots at home, this could result in a hair disaster, and not been able to visit your hairdresser to rectify, so a Root Concealer is a perfect go-to. The Fudge Root concealer is perfect to add a little TLC. These come in 4 shades from light blonde to Dark Brown. You may not be able to go out, but perfect for an instant feel-good factor, and great to look good for any video conference calls! Visit Look Fantastic to purchase.

2) What are the best hair shampoo/ products you would recommend to maintain our colour?

For the blondes, which will include all over blondes, highlights and the popular Balayage technique that without regular visits to their hairdresser, will tend to look brassy. So the perfect shampoo & conditioner I would suggest the Fudge Clean Blonde Damage Rewind, this is a violet shampoo that will banish underlying yellow tones, and with added conditioning properties to keep the hair in ultimate condition. For all the Brunettes, providing there are no grey roots, then the Cool Brunette Shampoo & Conditioner is perfect to banish any underlying warmth to the brunettes, keeping the brunette looking cool, polished and expensive looking.

3) Are there any hair treatments we could make at home to help with condition from our kitchen cupboard?

If you are lucky enough to have Rice in your cupboard in these very strange times, preferably Basmati Rice, then this is a perfect solution for a hair treatment for your hair. Simply cook the rice as directed, and keep all the water once the rice is cooked and you have enjoyed your meal! Once you have shampooed your hair the rice water can be applied and left for around 20 mins. With the carbohydrates minerals and vitamins the rice water will contain, it will leave your hair feeling healthier, shinier and fuller.

4) What are your thoughts on Co-washing?

I think this is very much up to the individual on how you personally feel at not washing your hair as regularly as you normally would. I think giving your hair an occasional break and just rinsing with conditioner is certainly not harmful, but if you are thinking of not washing to keep the condition and save hairs natural oils, then there are plenty of hair treatments available, and great shampoos & conditioner’s that will keep your hair in prime conditioner. Fudge Damage Rewind Shampoo & Conditioner is the perfect go-to for ultimate condition.

5) What’s your favourite Hair Hack?

To add instant colour to your hair then it is always fun to play with hair colour sprays or chalks. These are temporary and will just last one shampoo, easy to apply, and you can use just 1 colour or multiple depending on how creative you want to be. 2. Purchase some hair wefts, these can be clip-in, so very easy to place within the hair. If you buy real hair blonde wefts, then you can have a playful time with our Paintbox, and colour them yourself to suit your mood.

For more, check out Fudge Professional’s Instagram @fudgehair

Words by Ella Winfield

Graphics by Katie Janes

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Unleash your inner home-hair-colourist with BLEACH LONDON’s ultimate guide to colouring your hair at home.

Hair-wise, there are two types of people in the world. Those who would only consider a colour change under the reassuring conditions and safety blanket of a Hair Salon’s roof. And the fearless, brave home hair dye-ers. Myself? Partially due to my impulsiveness, and partially due to my habit of always thinking I know best- I fall into the latter category.

Upon deciding one morning that there was no way I could possibly live another day with the hair colour I was born with and that I’d lived with for 14 years, by lunchtime, me and my best friend were stood in the home-hair-dye isle of Superdrug. And low and behold, by dinner time, I was sneaking around the back of my house. Drawstrings of my hood tied suffocatingly tight in an effort to conceal the patchy brown, white and weirdly luminous orange travesty that was hiding underneath- in a self-less effort not to give my mother a heart attack.

From this point to the present day has given me 9 years of home-dye expertise under my belt. Giving me the knowledge, that this hideous, mottled disaster was inevitable with the £3 ‘20 vol’ bleach kit my friend smothered over my head with no particular method.

With age, comes wisdom, and if I fancy a colour change now, I am a little less inclined to run to Superdrug, pick up the cheapest dye I see and get my friend to slap it on my scalp. Nevertheless, (clearly) I’m no stranger to my home salon- AKA the bathroom. If you try to look on the bright side of isolation, we currently don’t even have the worry of having to fix any disasters before having to go into the office.

There has literally never been a better time to experiment with your hair.

But what about those of you out there who are now in the irritating predicament of craving a colour change but are stuck in isolation without having ever braved a home hair dye in your life? In these times where the salon seems like a distant memory, Voir has teamed up with the elite of home hair dying- Bleach London. To give you the confidence to dare to be different and unleash the home-hair colourist we know you all have in you!

“Colouring your hair at home is much easier than you think and we’ve developed a new digital salon appointment feature, the ‘Bleach London Hair Party’ series, on our website to make dying, maintaining and caring for your hair at home foolproof.

If you head to chat.bleachlondon.com, you’ll have a virtual consultation to talk about your current hair condition and colour, and the final look you want to achieve. From there, we’ll put together a ‘Party Pack’ of all the products you need to create your hair colour. Order these online, stay home and we’ll deliver your pack and send a link to join the Hair Party.

You’ll be joined by one of our Bleach London Colour Experts by a video call, who will talk you through each stage of the process from the comfort of your own bathroom. They’ll give you all the tips you need and answer any questions you have along the way.”

1. How would you recommend to dye your Pink / Blue/ pastel at home and avoid a disaster?

“To create pastel hair, your base needs to be bleached as light as possible or the colour won’t show. Use our Plex Bleach Kit to lift the hair to a very light, creamy yellow. You want to achieve a similar colour to the inside of a banana skin.

“Then, to neutralise any brassy or yellow tones, use our White Toner Kit to colour correct and create a blank canvas. If you apply pastel pink to a yellow-toned blonde, it will create a warm peachy colour, or if you dye your hair blue before toning the brassy tones out, it will create a green hue.

“Follow with your pastel colour of choice, and use our virtual consultation tool to figure out which colours and maintenance products you’ll need. For pastel pink use our Pinkcess Party Pack or for pastel peach use our Juicy Party Pack. Our Violet Femme Party Pack is great for a pastel lavender look or if you want a more subtle lilac, our Pearlescent-ville Party Pack creates a really soft, opalescent effect.”

Bleach London’s How To Guide: Rose Gold

2. Do you have any tips on how to highlight your hair at home?

“I’d suggest trying balayage at home rather than highlights as it’s not quite as fiddly. Balayage is less meticulous and uses a freehand painting technique which looks really natural and grows out beautifully without having to maintain your roots.

Use our Plex Bleach Kit to lift your hair to your desired level of blonde while minimising damage. You might need a friend to help out with the application, especially around the back of the hair, but if not set up two mirrors so you have full visibility. We have a balayage guide on YouTube here – the steps are as follows:

● Step 1 – Prepare dry hair by brushing and sectioning into thirds: one large section at the bottom of your hair from the top of the ears down to the nape of your neck, then two on top of the head, from the ears up and parted in the middle.

● Step 2 – Work through each third at a time, starting from the bottom. Use a tint brush to weave through the hair and create smaller, thin sections. Gently backcomb to secure the weave before applying the bleach. This prevents the bleach applying in a thick block and creating a chunky effect.

● Step 3 – Use a tint brush and your hands to ‘smoosh’ the bleach into the weaved section and softly smooth it up to meet where the backcombed hair sits.

● Step 4 – Place the bleached section into a piece of tin foil to separate from the hair you don’t want to lighten, folding the edges to secure.

● Step 5 – Continue with the same sectioning pattern until the back is complete.

● Step 6 – Carry on with the front sections, this time taking the bleach slightly higher up on the pieces around the face for a framing effect.

● Step 7 – Develop for up to 45 minutes, checking the progress every 10 minutes. Once it is ready, rinse thoroughly, shampoo, condition and towel dry.

● Step 8 – tone and colour as desired”

3. Any tips on shampoos to use to maintain the colour?

“You can prolong your colour using our Toning Shampoo and Conditioners for a 5 minute, in shower top-up. If you need to boost a vibrant colour, you can make your own colour toner by mixing your Super Cool Colour in with a conditioner and wearing the mixture like a mask for 5-10 minutes. Keeping the hair nourished also helps prolong colour, as healthy hair holds on to the pigment better than dry hair. Use a rich mask to keep the hair hydrated, my favourite is our sell-out Reincarnation Mask (£15) for an intensely moisturising treatment once a week.”

4. Are there any other products/ tools we need to dye our hair at home other than the box dye?

“If you purchase a Bleach Party Pack through chat.bleachlondon.com you’ll receive our reusable Eco-Conut Mixing bowl and brush. I’d also recommend having an old t-shirt or towel to hand to avoid staining your favourite clothes, and a shower cap to wear whilst the bleach or dye processes. If you don’t have a shower cap, cling film works perfectly too. If you’re creating a bleach bit or balayage and need to keep sections of hair separate from the bleach, you cause strips of kitchen foil.”

All quotes by Alex Brownsell, co-founder and creative director of Bleach London. www.bleachlondon.com

To join the hair party, discover your look at chat.bleachlondon.com

Words by Ella Winfield

Graphics by Katie Janes

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