The MET Gala is one of my favorite red carpets of the year. So much creativity and glamour from the top designers in the world make this a top event to follow yearly. Fashion model/TV presenter Alexa Chung sparkled on the red carpet in a custom Thakoon striped sequin pajama tuxedo. It’s easy to see what inspired L’Oreal Professional Hairstylist Anh Co Tran, co-owner of the Ramirez Tran Salon in New York City.
“The inspiration for Alexa’s look was a modern, effortless take on David Bowie. Her beautiful, shimmery Thakoon outfit gave the appearance of a sequined suit, so we wanted her hairstyle to deviate from her signature casual look.”
Stunning Alexa Chung for the #manusxmachina #metgala2016 #makeupbyme using #myEssence @skii
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As much as this look was glam enough for an event such as the MET gala, it’s not overly done and can be worn beautifully for a luncheon or night out. I might even be inspired to wear this updo with a pair of dressed up jeans with a crisp button down and blazer. Talk about a power lunch!
Here’s how you can rock this look using three products from L’Oreal Professional:
Step 1: First I had Alexa wash her hair clean.
Step 2: Then I prepped the wet hair with Absolut Repair Lipidium Leave-In Blow-dry Cream ($27.00) – a pea size amount applied mostly on the ends to smooth them where Alexa has highlights.
Step 3: I then rough dried her hair with my fingers, without moving it too much which can make hair really straight, my goal was to keep her texture.
Step 4: Then I curled her hair, pushing the hair back, leaving the ends out, so it looked more effortless and natural.
Step 5: I finished off the look with Crêpage de Chignon Mineral Powder Spray ($26.00) and then sprayed it with Tecni.Art Infinium 4 Hairspray ($26.00) right before she left.
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