Seung Ki Baek works frontline in hairdressing! As creative colour expert at Rush salons, he’s totally tuned into the high street, whilst also being a busy educator and show presenter. He scooped the title Colour World Colour Collaboration Genius this summer so he’s super-close to our hearts, too!
As we roll into Autumn/Winter, our man has this advice to share on how to work your blonde colour clients to beautiful effect. Enjoy!
Seung Ki Baek moves summer to autumn
There are four key vibes to share:
Syrup Blonde
“I can guarantee that syrup blonde will be Autumn’s sweetest shade – this is maple hue has been sported by the likes of Matilda Djerf, Rosie-Huntington Whiteley, and Jennifer Lawrence. Syrup blonde is an intensely glossy, rich blonde that seamlessly blends darker shades into a blonde base. This syrupy hue is a mix of warmer beige tones and bright golden ribbons, with a few lowlights blended throughout to achieve that natural sun-kissed effect. Syrup blonde is a great option for those gradually wanting to darken their colour as we move towards the colder months, thanks to its low-maintenance up-keep. Natural roots can blend seamlessly with the darker hues, whilst not straying too far from bright blonde shades, making it a great transitional shade from summer to autumn.”
Biscotti Blonde
This tawny, mousey blonde is perfect for the transition into the cooler months, having recently been seen on Margot Robbie. The versatility means this subtle shade can work for most colour palettes, with a cool acorn base and subtle blonde pieces blended throughout the hair. Biscotti blonde can be effortlessly personalised to suit your features and skin tone without being too much of a change, whilst harmonising perfectly with the change in seasons. This is the ideal colour for those not wanting to commit to the upkeep of brighter blondes, or if you’re transitioning for a darker shade and just want to try something new!
Chantilly Blonde
This creamy vanilla hue is perfect for those wanting to be bright and blonde for the autumn, whilst maintaining subtle warmth throughout. Chantilly Blonde is an ultra-dimensional creamy, soft platinum shade that has been sported by Beyoncé and Sabrina Carpenter, and I can understand why! This creamy blonde is perfect for warmer skin tones as it makes the blonde pop. If your client has fairer skin, this colour may make them look washed-out. To achieve this shade, blend a few highlights and/or lowlights to add dimension to the base colour. To preserve this creamy blonde hue, make sure to use to use a champagne-coloured toner to give the hair that extra oomph!
Creamed Honey
Creamed honey is the latest blonde to take the hair world by storm after Bella Hadid debuted the colour on the Cannes Red Carpet. It’s a creamy, warm blonde shade that looks expensive, rich, glossy, and perfectly pristine. The sun-kissed colour is soft and glamourous, blending seamlessly with a naturally lighter base colour, whilst the addition of lighter ribbons are used to emphasise richness and brightness. To achieve this subtle, sophisticated look, it’s all about colour placement and ensuring that the highlights are placed strategically throughout the hair for that glowing, glossy, luxurious effect. Adding a super subtle shadow root will add depth and dimension to the creamed honey colour.
Blondes to delight
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