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SUMMER COLOR

In 2008, the accent continues to be on nuanced soft fusion of tones. Look for subtle shading as slightly different colors blend harmoniously to add depth and texture.

The main idea is mixing different shades to create a pure blend of texture and movement that doesn't give away the secret of why the sun picks up so many different highlights in your silky hair. Keep it light and natural -- not heavy handed. Your summer hair is a canvas and the blending of color brings you glamorously sexy hair that is healthy and alive with vibrant undertones.

SUMMER '08 - CUTS FROM THE CAT WALK

Styles, lengths and cuts were all over the place at the Spring-Summer '08 fashion events, incuding brash dirty blonde and platinum to a continuation of last summer's natural and feminine look. You can't always predict hot fashions by what the models are wearing, but a few standouts are going to be seen off the runway.

Bob
Back again this summer, the cut for the bob is strong graphic outlines. This is not a cookie cutter look. Incorporate curves and sharp lines. Go for asymmetry - try one side longer or raise the back and lower the front. Mix lengths gradually, add volume with layers or stick to one length cuts. This is a cut that you can tailor to your face and lifestyle -- a look for the individual. Soften it with wisps or a bit of back combing.

Suggestion for a bob look while still keeping your lovely length is the timeless roll. Just roll your hair from the bottom with the ends on the inside of the roll. Bring the roll to the nape of your neck (where your back meets your neck) and pin it in place. Very sophisticated and very cool... and still long and glamorous when you pull out the pins.

Fringe
Still very hot for summer '08, fringe cuts were tops on many of the runway's top models. Fringe can add elegance or make a bold statement. Look for variations with fringe cuts to bring out your personality and facial structure. Soft and wispy fringes, casual choppy edges and strong bold lines will all be hot. You'll find fringe cuts that go full length, others flowing mid length or brought forward into the eye. It's all about having fun, being sexy and being yourself

Layers
The cut that complements all the others in high fashion circles this season is lengths of layers with casual textures. The natural look is easy to create with layers of unstyled, free moving, subtly high lighted hair. Not a lot of curl but plenty of slightly tousled waves added to the volume and texture make this a fun way to style your hair.

Crop
For summer '08 the focus is natural looking movement and volume. Crops are holding their own this season with short unregimented lengths adding textures and bounce to this cut. Forget the solid crop and go for broken edges and textures that use the natural flow of your own hair as the guide.

The Masculine Look
If you're feeling adventurous, you won't be out of style with this look recently seen on Spring-Summer runways around the world. It's the retro 50's male rockabilly-do, or the short & spikey punk style. Have fun with this fearless, edgy cut, but don't expect it to go mainstream.

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