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Coby Ignites Creativity in Oribe Cutting Class

Oribe educator and owner of Little Axe Salon, Coby Alcantar visited Samuel Cole Salon to demo three trending haircuts – a long layered razor cut, a shoulder-length modern shag, and a throwback to Winona Ryder-days pixie. These versatile looks are custom-tailored to provide a great frame for eyes and cheekbones.

Stylists were inspired by Coby’s visual, free style approach, giving a very sexy, undone look to these three seemingly traditional shapes.

Coby is truly a powerful educator. It’s rare to see an educator who can conduct the teaching conversation and cut an amazing demonstration simultaneously. Coby has certainly mastered that craft, and we are re-inspired by her classes.” – Owner Jack Ray

Master Stylist Nikki Kepley Announces New Boutique Hours

Q: Tell us about your new life… How’s motherhood?
A: Oh goodness! Motherhood is crazy. All the emotions! It’s been the biggest, most consuming and confusing, rewarding and exhausting blessing I’ve ever experienced. Helping another human grow up is a fascinating experience.

Q: So you’re back to work, how’s that transition been?
A: It is actually wonderful! You know, leaving your sweet little baby at home sounds heart breaking but I am passionate about my career as a hairstylist. I love returning to the creativity and the inspiration that I experience on a daily basis.

Q: Now that you’re back into the swing of things, what trends are catching your eye?
A: Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of natural enhancements, which I am totally digging. I love the concept of taking what God gave you and making it amazing – Keeping color rooty but sun kissed in all the right places. I’ve been drawn to utilizing my razor to create natural movement and texture, I love creating lived-in wearable signature looks for my clients.

Q: We’ve noticed you have new boutique hours. When can people come see you?
A: I do! I am so fortunate to have a new schedule that lets me share my two passions, hairdressing and baby Nollie. I am in the salon Monday through Wednesday and look forward to seeing long time clients along with new folks in the future!

Stay connected with what’s trending! Follow Nikki professionally on Instagram @craft_and_mane

Samuel Cole Salon Attends First of It’s Kind LBP “Front Row”

Owner Jack Ray and Samuel Cole Salon stylists* attended the first ever Luxury Brand Partners Front Row in Miami. This four-day festival of inspiration featured industry leaders educating and sharing experiences with top salon owners, stylists and trendsetters from around the world. In addition to exposure to some of the most notable names in hairdressing, Front Row provided nonstop education in the form of hands-on hairstyling sessions and forums in which stylists learned from masters of the craft in a more intimate setting.

The epic kickoff show was introduced by hilarious comedian Natasha Leggero, and electrified the creative passions of the audience. Ronnie Stam and Joey George styled graffiti-inspired masterpieces side by side; James Pecis revealed that the most complicated looks can be simple to achieve if you think outside the box; Coby Alcantar paid homage to 80s artist Patrick Nagel by translating his iconic work into haircuts; Vivienne Mackinder deconstructed a classic french twist; Nicci Welsh used a flat iron to create beachy waves; color brand Goldwell illustrated a timeline of blonde on the runway – from Marilyn Monroe to Lady Gaga; and Kien Hoang landed the finale with a recreation of his backstage work in New York Fashion Week 2016 (for The Blonds). This star studded kickoff set the tone for the rest of the 4-day event: audiences honoring talent, and talent giving their all to inspire the industry.

Left to Right: Joey George, Ronnie Stam, Coby Alcantar, Nicci Welsh (top), Vivienne Mackinder, Kien Hoang

On the heels of the amazing kickoff, best-selling author Jim Collins inspired attendees with a keynote address to provide tips on how to combine passion, talents, and economic drivers to build a career. James Pecis led a hands-on editorial styling session, taking away safety nets to show stylists how to explore beyond their comfort zone.

Samuel Cole Stylists’ Hands-On Models: Alley, Kelsey in James Pecis’ session and Cara, Carolyn in Garren’s workshop

Vaughn Accord, creator of men’s line V76, energized the crowd with a drum performance in tribute to the late David Bowie. Vaughn created “Seven Characters of Men” as a collective snapshot of what his brand is becoming. From a “Brooklyn Biker” to an “Urban Bohemian,” V76 is about bringing out a man’s confidence and energy in his look. Smith and Cult exploded with color on stage, which reflects their nail and lip lacquer palettes. Models stormed the runway dressed to represent unique color names, like “Kings and Thieves,” “Cut the Mullet,” and “Psycho Candy.” Videos of fast-paced tutorials and depictions of each color decorated the show’s backdrop. Founder Dineh Mohajer strut the runway in a wedding dress – to Nirvana – holding a wedding cake that she completely smashed on the song’s cue.

Vaughn Acord with his “Seven Characters of Men” and the colorful Smith and Cult cast

IGK, a modern salon made up of four trend setting stylists: Leo Izquierdo, Franck Izquierdo, Aaron Genia and Chase Kusero, finished the show. It has locations in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and pop up salons around the world. The team of four simultaneously demonstrated various cuts, colors, and stylings with energetic passion.

R+CO creators Howard McLaren, Thom Priano and Garren hosted a “fireside chat” style interview in which they discussed their start in the beauty industry, what inspires them in their craft, and what they would be doing if they weren’t hair stylists. They each demonstrated cutting techniques inspired by artists – McLaren by the movie A Clockwork Orange and the late artist David Bowie, Priano by Classic Rock Icons, and Garren by a range from old Hollywood glamour to 80’s Rock. They also taught individual hands-on sessions in addition to the main stage shows to offer personal feedback. Samuel Cole Master Stylists Carolyn Nord and Cara Harrison learned from Garren first-hand how to balance the use of texture in an editorial look.

IGK Simultaneously Styling, and “The Collective:” R+Co founders Howard McLaren, Thom Priano, and Garren

“To experience Front Row was indescribable. Being surrounded by so many legends in the beauty industry was unforgettable. It puts things in perspective on how to really make something of yourself and provide the ultimate experience for our clients.” –Cara Dempsey.

*In attendance: Carolyn Nord, Sara Beard, Alley Biehl, Cara Harrison, Cara Dempsey, Tiffanie Spellenberg, Kristen Carson, Jenny Smith, Kelsey Easley,
Katie Hu, and Libby Bink

Stylists Katie and Libby Attend Master Razor Techniques at Bb.U

Razor bob by Katie

Samuel Cole stylists Katie Hu and Libby Bink attended a hair cutting and styling class at the highly regarded Bumble & Bumble University, Bb.U, in the Meatpacking District of New York City.

The class aimed to define the stylist’s individual career journey by perfecting foundation and classic techniques, so the stylist has a versatile skill that allows for a greater range of specialties.

Razors are versatile and can be used in long haircuts to remove weight without removing length, and in short bobs to provide a light and airy texture to the ends. The knowledge and use of exclusive Bumble and Bumble products enhanced the cut with a custom look to match the model’s natural features and lifestyle.

The small class environment allowed us to expand our comfort zone and skill set with the razor. The razor really allows the stylist to customize each cut to the client’s specific hair type and style. – Libby Bink

The World of Curls at Bb.U

Stylist Véronique attended the new Bb.U Curl Class at Bumble and bumble University in New York City. Curly hair comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, from spiral corkscrews to loose waves, and many curly-hair clients spend a lifetime looking for a stylist who can use tools and products to compliment their curls. This hands-on course addressed the needs of every curl type on the texture spectrum, expanding hairdressers’ knowledge of cutting and styling all curly hair textures. The students identified various curl patterns and applied Bb.U design techniques to create dynamic looks that complimented the client’s natural curls.

Veronique had the pleasure of learning how to conduct an effective curl consultation while analyzing curl types and patterns. Understanding the behavior of various curl patterns is critical to cutting and styling curly hair because each person has up to three different curl patterns that must be cut and styled uniquely. Some curls require weight removal, while others crave definition.

“This class gave me the confidence to suggest changes in my clients’ morning routine so they can enhance their natural curls every day.” –Véronique Breault