P.A.M. Hair Style - Spotlight
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The creative team at P.A.M. Hair Style presents a cutting-edge collection of bold, urban styles. Rich, vibrant colors and daring application techniques serve as mediums through which styles are sculpted into exciting and energetic looks.
This isn't your grandmother's hairstyle - in fact, this isn't a collection for the faint of heart. These styles are designed for women who exude vibrancy and courage, daring to be seen and admired for their spirit and strength.
Aubergine Hue Hair
Somewhere between the neon glow of magenta and the blue-black of Concord grape lies this aubergine (purple) hue, adding interest and energy to an angular, asymmetric, and gamine short haircut. The squared fringe and cleanly defined perimeter feature a wedge-point on each side and a longer, squared nape area.
The sharp horizontal line of the fringe is interrupted by a razor-softened forelock falling across the brow line. Achieve this look with a straight blowout, using smoothing product and a few passes with a flat iron for a sleek finish.
Faux Sideburn Effect
Soft, golden, medium-blonde tones blend in thick strands, creating a deep, dimensional visage in the silky, smooth styling. Evolving from the traditional pixie cut, this style offers an elongated interpretation of that classic look. Short layers at the nape and sides transition into longer lengths, contouring the foreground.
The layered locks are textured with a razor for a softer, wispy appearance, especially in the fringe, where the hair forms a broad, rounded point before being swept in a wide curve across the brow. The faux sideburn effect of the hair in front of the ears effectively frames the face, drawing attention to its length.
With such light volume and texture in the cut, styling must be gentle. Begin with a low-heat dryer for a nearly dry blowout (using protective products), followed by lightweight styling product to define the style and maintain the smooth finish in the final look.
Asymmetric Side-Lock
Here we have a short hairstyle, featuring a classic contoured silhouette, brought into the modern era with an asymmetric side-lock. While the cut itself may seem relatively straightforward, it comes alive with vibrancy through the use of color. An espresso base tone is enlivened with warm cinnamon highlights, creating a smoldering effect in an otherwise ordinary style.
The perimeter, particularly in the fringe area, is textured using a point-cutting technique to soften the edge without giving the whole look a wispy appearance. The style is then blown out with a smoothing product and carefully pressed to achieve a smooth, shiny finish.
Long Curved Forelock
This is another of the short gamine hairstyles that are becoming increasingly popular today. It, too, is based on a classic pixie-style cut but stands out with finely shaped curves and edges that taper to tendril points at various corners of the style. Even with the intensive texturing, the cutting lines of the perimeter remain clean and sharp.
The overall styling involves blow-drying in a forward direction with smoothing and texturizing products for a smooth, shiny finish. A dab of smoothing serum can be applied to the fingers to add extra definition to the hair once the basic style is achieved.
New and Edgy Pixie Cut
At first glance, we see what appears to be another classic pixie cut style. While this assessment holds true to some extent, there are updates that infuse the look with edginess and novelty. The perimeter and inner layers are deeply textured with point-cut ends, giving the style a choppy, pointed appearance and feel. The styling reflects controlled chaos, suggesting a wild and free-spirited attitude.
The styling process involves blow-drying the hair straight with texturizing products, followed by the application of pomade to define the tendrils and provide a glossy finish. While this look may be more mainstream than many others seen today, it still possesses enough edge to turn heads, whether at the market or in the nightclub.
Flamboyant Effect
Warm browns and burnished blonde chunks create a flamboyant effect in this curly crown of coppery color. The sides and back are contour-cut with over-directed layering, while a full-volume top section is styled into a nest of casual waves. The styling emphasizes volume in the top section with a blowout for the sides and back, and a diffused drying technique for the top to maintain the curl.
Use a firm-hold product to provide structure to the hair and maintain the style's strength. And don't forget a light misting of hairspray to define the curls and help the look last through the night. This short hairstyle is perfect for the catwalk and the dance club, where all eyes will be on you.
Short Hair Redirected Forward
If we return to photo three, we'll notice a variation of the hairstyle depicted here, with a couple of alterations. First, the short style is directed forward, creating a splayed arrangement that adds more texture for increased movement and visual interest.
The hair color is deeper, shifted to a mocha tone from the previous cinnamon shade. This redirection reveals the cleaner lines of the fringe interspersed with the lingering point-cut ends. The reworked style may still be too bold for many mainstream settings, but overall, it presents a softer variant of the edgy styles seen here.
Hairstyles: P.A.M. Creative Team
Creative Team: Mandy & Pietro, Carla & Melanie, Anne & Daniela
Visagist: Christine Eleven
Photography: Thommy Mardo
See also: Short hairstyles