What a Week!
As they said in the musical Legally Blonde, "Ohmigod, you guys!"
This is one of those weeks that goes down in history. I went to London on Sunday to sell my product line and (of course) continued my perpetual search for new beauty trends. It was a great trip because the products sold out almost instantly. I can't even start to explain how exciting it is when this happens! I was literally high as a kite. By the way, the English women looked incredibly chic whether their look was sophisticated or punk. I took endless notes on how they put themselves together. I will do a follow up blog on English style very soon. They have a keen sense of style that is nothing short of genius.
That was just the beginning of the week. I was back in New York on Tuesday to do makeovers for a Today Show segment to be aired on New Year’s Day. Wednesday was a regular work day, but Christmas rush had kicked in, so it was a wild day at the salon. Thursday, we shot the segment to be aired on New Year’s Day at the Today Show studio and Thursday night was our office holiday party. Friday morning, which, needless to say, came very early, was my favorite day of the week. Ambush Makeover Day is really the closest you can get to flying by the seat of your pants. You don't know what you are walking into until the show begins!
As the show finished, I went straight to Kennedy Airport to fly to my Los Angeles salon. Believe it or not, I had a business dinner on Friday night. I did make it to work on Saturday, and the day went relatively smoothly. Holiday cheer filled the room. I went home right after work and totally crashed. I woke up on super early on Sunday feeling great and now I am writing this blog. (When things go well, you do feel super charged and feel like you can take on the world, don't you think?)
Well, enough about me. Now, let’s talk about Friday’s "Ambush Makeover.” We made over two sisters from Pennsylvania. There were actually three sisters, all in all, but one was a bit shy to be made over. She was disappointed that she wasn't bold enough to join in by the end of the show, but you know what they say about “Should have, would have, could have.” Maybe she will come down to the show again and be a makeover candidate? Never say never!
The sisters picked to be made over were Nancy, an accountant from Ellwood City, and Kathy, a nurse from Harrisburg.
Nancy has not changed her haircut since she was in high school. This is a major beauty faux pas. If you have had the exact same haircut for more than a few years, you most likely look dated. This doesn't mean you have to constantly make dramatic changes, but small changes such as moving your part or a bang trim will keep you looking up to date. Nancy, however, had a more serious issue. She had a mullet. You know, a hair cut that is “business in the front and a party in the back.” Yikes!
Arsen Gurgov, my "Ambush Makeover" hairdresser, first snip was to cut the back of her hair off. This is the first rule of hair cutting: One head, one haircut! The mullet didn't work for Billy Ray Cyrus or Joe Dirt and it won't work for you. Nancy made her hair progressively blonder over the years and it washed her out. I added depth to her hair color and she immediately looked younger. Her new golden red hair made her look prettier and younger. It took a long time for Nancy to make a change, but it was definitely worth the wait. She looked like a star.
Nancy’s sister, Kathy, had a brown, one-length bob. Her son is getting married in July and she wanted to have a more glamorous look for her the wedding. Arsen cut layers in her bob. This released her natural waves, added height, softened her face, and made her look instantly elegant. I made her brown hair dark blonde and added highlights to show off the layers and waves of her new cut. She is now the most glamorous mother of the groom.
Watch a clip of their Ambush Makeover segment:
Heads up everyone! Starting this week I have set up a team to help me answer all your blog questions. They will be my responses; I will just dictate the answers to my assistants.
Believe it or not, I peck this blog out on my iPhone, one letter at a time. The secret is out now. I can't type to save my life! I really am looking forward to have more of a one-on-one relationship with all of you. Don’t leave me hanging, drop me a line today!
I am holding my breath until next Friday’s "Ambush Makeover.” My fantasy comes true with each one.” I will do my best to make your beauty fantasy come true if you come to see me. …Until then!
Hair styling: Arsen Gurgov | Makeup: Enid O
More from Louis Licari
This is one of those weeks that goes down in history. I went to London on Sunday to sell my product line and (of course) continued my perpetual search for new beauty trends. It was a great trip because the products sold out almost instantly. I can't even start to explain how exciting it is when this happens! I was literally high as a kite. By the way, the English women looked incredibly chic whether their look was sophisticated or punk. I took endless notes on how they put themselves together. I will do a follow up blog on English style very soon. They have a keen sense of style that is nothing short of genius.
That was just the beginning of the week. I was back in New York on Tuesday to do makeovers for a Today Show segment to be aired on New Year’s Day. Wednesday was a regular work day, but Christmas rush had kicked in, so it was a wild day at the salon. Thursday, we shot the segment to be aired on New Year’s Day at the Today Show studio and Thursday night was our office holiday party. Friday morning, which, needless to say, came very early, was my favorite day of the week. Ambush Makeover Day is really the closest you can get to flying by the seat of your pants. You don't know what you are walking into until the show begins!As the show finished, I went straight to Kennedy Airport to fly to my Los Angeles salon. Believe it or not, I had a business dinner on Friday night. I did make it to work on Saturday, and the day went relatively smoothly. Holiday cheer filled the room. I went home right after work and totally crashed. I woke up on super early on Sunday feeling great and now I am writing this blog. (When things go well, you do feel super charged and feel like you can take on the world, don't you think?)
Well, enough about me. Now, let’s talk about Friday’s "Ambush Makeover.” We made over two sisters from Pennsylvania. There were actually three sisters, all in all, but one was a bit shy to be made over. She was disappointed that she wasn't bold enough to join in by the end of the show, but you know what they say about “Should have, would have, could have.” Maybe she will come down to the show again and be a makeover candidate? Never say never!The sisters picked to be made over were Nancy, an accountant from Ellwood City, and Kathy, a nurse from Harrisburg.
Nancy has not changed her haircut since she was in high school. This is a major beauty faux pas. If you have had the exact same haircut for more than a few years, you most likely look dated. This doesn't mean you have to constantly make dramatic changes, but small changes such as moving your part or a bang trim will keep you looking up to date. Nancy, however, had a more serious issue. She had a mullet. You know, a hair cut that is “business in the front and a party in the back.” Yikes!Arsen Gurgov, my "Ambush Makeover" hairdresser, first snip was to cut the back of her hair off. This is the first rule of hair cutting: One head, one haircut! The mullet didn't work for Billy Ray Cyrus or Joe Dirt and it won't work for you. Nancy made her hair progressively blonder over the years and it washed her out. I added depth to her hair color and she immediately looked younger. Her new golden red hair made her look prettier and younger. It took a long time for Nancy to make a change, but it was definitely worth the wait. She looked like a star.
Nancy’s sister, Kathy, had a brown, one-length bob. Her son is getting married in July and she wanted to have a more glamorous look for her the wedding. Arsen cut layers in her bob. This released her natural waves, added height, softened her face, and made her look instantly elegant. I made her brown hair dark blonde and added highlights to show off the layers and waves of her new cut. She is now the most glamorous mother of the groom.
Believe it or not, I peck this blog out on my iPhone, one letter at a time. The secret is out now. I can't type to save my life! I really am looking forward to have more of a one-on-one relationship with all of you. Don’t leave me hanging, drop me a line today!
I am holding my breath until next Friday’s "Ambush Makeover.” My fantasy comes true with each one.” I will do my best to make your beauty fantasy come true if you come to see me. …Until then!
Hair styling: Arsen Gurgov | Makeup: Enid O
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Hi Louis! I have a hair question for you:
Can anyone wear bangs?
I have been growing my hair out for a while now and want something different. However, my hair is thick and straight and I do not know if bangs would be a good option. I was watching "The Devil Wears Prada" yesterday and loved Anne Hathaway's do post make-over. My hair color/length is comparable to hers and I would like to know what your take on bangs is before I make any decisions. Thanks :-)
Louis...you always mention for women to keep their styles updated. Well, I like to keep my hair on the long side (not more than 5 inches or so past my shoulders)and I always have had layers. I've had my hair the same way for years...but I don't want bangs and I don't want to cut it off. Is this a serious fashion crime?
Carolyn,
Bangs work on almost everyone. It's the shape and length of them that will determine if they work on your face. (cut straight across? sideswept? etc) I would suggest you talk to your hair stylist to make sure you have the correct bangs for your face shape.
Louis
Jessica,
Remember, small changes make big differences. making layers a bit shorter or growing them a little longer can make a big difference in the way your hair looks.
Louis
Hi Louis,
I am really into the Victoria Secret Supermodel hair. I have really long asian hair, it is layered, and the texture is a little wavy. It is very difficult to work with because in order to get that type of shine and body I need to blow dry it straight first, then afterwards I go at it with a 1/2 inch curling iron, but the curls only congregate at the bottom and I can't get that wave effect to frame my face. The curls also don't stay or they look too structured to be effortless Help! There has to be an easier way to achieve that effortless looking sexy hair for the normal girl who needs to get ready in less than an hour!!
- All Tressed Out!
Good luck!
I tried to use Velcro rollers this morning - the big huge ones after I blowdried my hair, but after I unrolled it all I got was some volume, frizz, and after a couple of hours my hair was back to normal.