Arcadia, Ingrid Starnes AW12 collection, is described as a playful take on the impossible romance of memory; themed loosely on an imaginary garden so beautiful it might be haunted. 

“Ingrid’s look is quite feminine but there’s a real strength behind it,” says KMS California Hair Director Greg Murrell of Auckland’s Ryder Salon.

“She wanted the models to look strong but feminine,” says Greg. “So I created an off the face, messy chignon at the nape of the neck, starting from a ponytail base, with a loose surface texture.”

The overall feel is sculptural, with a sense of freedom to the hair texture.

To achieve this enchanting look from Ingrid Starnes AW12 runway show, follow Greg Murrell’s tips:

The Look – Strong but Sensual Chignon

To prepare your hair, apply KMS California Add Volume Volumizing Spray liberally through, then blowdry with a round brush for volume. Lightly back-brush the surface of the hair if necessary to create a slightly imperfect texture.

Pull the hair back into a ponytail at the nape using an invisible hair elastic.

Take a fine section of hair and wrap it around the hair elastic to disguise it.  Fix in a place with a fine hair clip.

Take the ponytail in one hand and start rolling it under from the end towards the head.

Next, start pinning the hair so that the chignon is attached to the head.

Keep pinning until it feels very secure. Make sure the shape does not look too wide from the back.

Now pull at the chignon to loosen the surface texture and create a dis-sheveled feel.

Lightly brush against the hair on the surface of the head to create a loose slightly fly- away texture.

Finish by lightly spraying the style with KMS California Hairplay Dry Wax for a flexible matt hold.

KMS California Add Volume Volumizing Spray (RRP$34)
KMS California Hairplay Dry Wax (RRP$36)