Skims’ Collab With The North Face Is Here — And It’s Every Snow Bunny’s Dream

Skims’ Collab With The North Face Is Here — And It’s Every Snow Bunny’s Dream

by | Dec 22, 2024 | style/mode

Photo: Courtesy of Skims.

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If you thought you’d reached peak après-ski inspo on your Pinterest feed, think again: Skims just launched a collaboration with winter outerwear giant The North Face — and it’s giving chic, cozy chalet vibes.
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“This marks Skims first-ever foray into the world of winter wear, and partnering with The North Face allowed us to leverage their expertise in this category,” said Kim Kardashian, Skims co-founder and chief creative officer, in a press release. “I’ve spent a lot of time on the slopes, so I was definitely inspired when we were developing this collection and I can’t wait to wear these pieces on my next trip.”

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Skims x North Face
Photo: Courtesy of Skims.
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The ski-inspired collection includes a range of cropped puffer jackets, skin-tight jumpsuits, layering tops, gloves, headwear, and more. It blends The North Face’s iconic, functional designs with Skims’ body-hugging silhouettes and signature neutrals. The result? Mixed-and-matched layers or striking monochromatic looks, perfect for winter activities — from ice skating and skiing to holiday shopping and hot cocoa dates.

Sizes range from XXS through 3X in most apparel styles, and mule sizes 5 through 11; prices start at $60 for a beanie and go up to $1,200 for a down one-piece.

“At The North Face, we always put innovation and functionality first, the collaboration space is no exception. With Skims, we maintained best-in-class constructions and materials and this collaboration came about from a mutual admiration,” said David Whetstone, North Face director of collaborations and energy, in the press release.

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Skims x North Face
Photo: Courtesy of Skims.
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Whether you’re stocking up on cozy season essentials or leaning into Pantone’s Mocha Mousse, this collection will have you bundled up and looking good all winter long.

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Introducing The “Bell Bottom” Bob: This Season’s Breakout Haircut

Introducing The “Bell Bottom” Bob: This Season’s Breakout Haircut

by | Jul 7, 2024 | style/mode

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RF29: Looking for a way to update your bob haircut? Let us introduce you to the “bell bottom” bob, a blunt cut with flicked-up ends inspired by the most-loved trouser silhouette of the ’70s. Much like the nostalgic style of the disco era, the bell bottom bob — coined by hairstylist and trend forecaster Tom Smith — features a curve-caressing, concave shape (albeit here, it hugs the head rather than the body), which finishes in swept-up ends.
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What is the “Bell bottom” ?

Over the last year, we’ve seen many iterations of the bob haircut: the bottleneck bob, the baroque bob and the Italian bob to name a few. But if Instagram is anything to go by, the bell bottom bob is set to reign supreme.

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“It’s a bob with minimal layers and flipped out at the ends, either with perfect precision or a more undone texture,” says Smith. Editorial hairstylist, educator and founder of RAW Hair, Anthony Nader, adds, “The best way to visually describe this haircut is to think of a pair of cool ‘70s bell bottom denim jeans. Or of course, another definition is the silhouette of a bell.”
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While the bell bottom cut is unquestionably chic, its turned-up ends give it a playful edge. It’s already being showcased by a slew of celebrities and influencers, including Gigi Hadid, Bridget Brown, Inanna and Anok Yai.
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How do you style the bell bottom bob?

For anyone already sporting an above-the-shoulders cut, styling your bob into one of the bell bottom variety all comes down to how you heat style your hair post-wash. Starting with damp hair, apply a mousse from roots to ends, comb through and then blowdry with tension and volume, Nader says. When choosing your product, he suggests investing in a firm mousse, as you need to stretch your strands into a new shape. We also suggest going for one with heat protection to save your strands from being singed. Try Pureology Style + Protect Weightless Hair Mousse, or Color Wow Xtra Large Bombshell Volumizer.
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Next, you’ll want to start sculpting while continuing to use heat from the hairdryer. “When you’re shaping the ends, flip your brush the opposite way so your hair wraps around your brush and flows up and not downwards — this is key to creating the bell,” Nader explains. To achieve this, you’ll want to use a medium-round brush with plenty of bristles, as you need to create the curve all the way to the ends, he says. Try T3 Volume Round Brush.
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Smith has a top tip for keeping the shape intact: “If your hair drops out easily, try wrapping the ends up in a small roller while they cool to set the flick in place and finish with a stronghold hairspray,” he says. Try Drybar High Tops Self-Grip Rollers . “For a softer, more daytime look, shake the hair out after styling and add texture spray for a less perfect result.“
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If you’re time-poor or finding your arms get tired with too much hair dryer maneuvering, Nader has a trick for you: “Opt for using a [straightener] and iron from the roots down and flick the ends out,” he says. “This way is a no-brainer and will have more staying power as well.”
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Which hair types is the bell bottom bob suitable for?

Have full, thick lengths? Then you’re an ideal candidate for the bell bottom bob. “This haircut is waiting for you,” Nader says. “The thickness, especially in the back area, is what highlights the ‘drama’ of that incredible bell flick.”

 

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Those with finer hair can still wear the bell bottom bob, but according to Nader, you’ll need to “put in extra styling work to get the fullness and impact of the flick.” As for hair texture, the style is suitable for most. That said, those with curly or wavy hair will need to blowdry (aka ‘stretch’) “the blessed hair strands that you were born with to create that beautiful [bell] silhouette,” Nader says.
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Who best suits the bell bottom bob?

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The bell bottom bob is fairly versatile, provided that your hairstylist tailors the cut to your face. “The beauty of this playful retro vibe is that it can be various lengths depending on your face shape,” Nader says. A consultation prior to your haircut will help you land on a style that you love, and most importantly, can maintain easily at home.
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7 Top Summer Hair Colors & How To Ask For Them

7 Top Summer Hair Colors & How To Ask For Them

by | Jul 16, 2023 | style/mode

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RF29: What’s new in hair color right now? We’re so glad you asked. There’s a whole spectrum of shade options, which is both exciting and overwhelming when you’re planning your next appointment. To help, we asked some of our favorite colorists to break down the exact tones and styles they’re excited about for summer — like a surprisingly low-maintenance platinum-adjacent blonde, or a tone of gold that reads as almost pearlescent.
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Whether you’re heading in for a bi-annual refresh on your summer highlights or looking for something completely fresh to go along with a new short haircut, we’ve got your inspiration ahead.
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“Raw” Blonde

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When asked about her favorite color trend of summer, colorist Alex Brownsell immediately mentioned her recent client, model Iris Law. “I love Iris Law’s bleached hair,” says Brownsell. “This blonde is ultra-pale, but not quite as cool-toned as pure platinum. I’d call [it] a ‘raw blonde’ as the bleach is left untoned, keeping the color super bright and fun for summer. “
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Here’s how to ask for it: According to Brownsell, you want to ask your colorist to lift the hair with bleach, but skip the toner. “No toner — instead, Silver Conditioner was used to remove some of the yellow tones,” Brownsell explains of Law’s color. “The whole process takes about an hour to apply and then the bleach is left on for 45-60 minutes, depending on the depth of the natural hair. After this is all washed and shampooed, the silver conditioner stays on for five minutes, which helps neutralize any warmth but not overtone the hair.”
For maintenance, you’ll want to refresh your roots every six weeks, either at home with a bleach kit or (ideally) at the salon. Between touch-ups, you can alternate Bleach London Silver Conditioner with a bonding shampoo and conditioner to keep your color looking fresh and your strands healthy.

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Midsummer Brunette

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Richy Kandasamy, a colorist for R+Co, says that a shiny, dimensional brunette is designed for a natural summer growout. “The midsummer brunette is an amalgamation of rich deep brunette hues with light mid-summer reflects for dimension,” he explains. It’s a “natural” and “minimalist” color trend, as compared to your dramatic bleach blondes.
Here’s how to ask for it: You should bring photo references to your appointment. But beyond that, the word you want to use when describing this kind of color is “seamless.” As for what to expect with the appointment: “It will take an hour and a half to two hours,” Kandasamy explains. “The technique is a classic seamless highlight.”
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Strawberry Red

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When thinking of red color, the undertones are especially important, as that’s what differentiates strawberry (a gilded red-orange) from copper (a darker, true red). Moroccanoil’s Color Ambassador Matt Rez explains the exact tone to aim for right now as “a copper red base color with super-fine strawberry blonde babylights.” He explains, “Having the orange undertone to red hair color gives it the most natural result. I stay away from purple or blue tones when it comes to redheads.”
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Here’s how to ask for it: Ask for highlights and midlights to be woven simultaneously, Rez explains (midlighting is a technique that blends the root color to the ends). “This is the only way to get the perfect natural results in most hair colors,” Rez says.
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All colors fade with washes over time — but red in particularly is notorious for its quick fade. “To keep your color vibrant and shiny between salon visits, I suggest using Moroccanoil’s High Shine Gloss – Color Depositing Mask in Clear,” Rez says. “[It] gives the benefits of an at-home deep conditioning treatment with a professional-strength gloss service.”
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“Oysterette” Gold

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Kandasamy calls blonde with reflective gold undertones an “oysterette” shade, and he’s loving it for summer. “It’s a clean, rich blonde,” he explains, “not warm or cool, but balanced.” This example on model Kae, a client at Bleach London, shows an oysterette blonde with a warmer base that gives it the illusion of a “golden hour” glow.
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Here’s how to ask for it: This is a single-process blonde that will require bleach and toning. However, the key is to bring reference photos of someone that looks to have a hair color and texture similar to yours. That way, your colorist will be better able to achieve the tone of blonde that has the reflective quality by going a touch warmer or cooler, depending on your base tone. For maintenance, Kandasamy recommends a purple shampoo and color-protective hair mask.
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Caramel Glow

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Maryann Hennings, a film and TV hairdresser who most recently worked as the lead stylist on Daisy Jones & The Six, tells us that well-placed highlights can make fine or thin hair appear fuller. If your base tone is brown, you’ll want to ask for a “dimensional” brunette. “Highlights give hair texture, which is great,” says Hennings. Colorist Justin Anderson agrees: “I love a color you can live in, and it still looks expensive weeks after the salon,” he says. “I’ve noticed a big trend with variations of chocolate and caramel hues to add a bit of depth in a very natural yet noticeable way.”
Here’s how to ask for it: You’re looking for a colorist who specializes in fine, hand-painted highlights — and your job is to come prepared with plenty of visuals. “The number one thing you should do is bring in lots of example photos to your colorist,” says Anderson. “This will better explain your vision so your colorists can bring it to life.” One of our favorite examples, shown above, comes from Carla Lorenz, a NYC-based colorist at Jenna Perry Hair Studio.
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Natural Chocolate

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A bit of an anti-color color trend, “natural chocolate” conveys a minimalist vibe and can help get previously color-treated hair back to a baseline tone. Here, NYC-based colorist Angela Soto shows her client, photographer Stephanie Mei-Ling, after receiving “natural chocolate” color and a keratin treatment. Soto’s technique is adding hand-painted highlights for sun-kissed dimension that reads as natural.
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Here’s how to ask for it: How you approach this trend will depend on what state your hair is in currently. If your hair is already a shade of brown naturally, this might be as simple as a hair gloss. Colorist Rita Hazan says that the tone should be one shade lighter or darker than your natural base shade — she prefers darker for the added shine. On the other hand, if your hair is in need of a color correction, it might require a single process, a cut, and a bit of highlighting.
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Earthy Blonde

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We don’t often see a bleached tone described as “earthy.” However, this blonde shade on Moses Sumney feels grounded because there’s a bit of warmth that keeps the platinum tone from turning icy. It’s similar to the aforementioned oysterette gold, but more beige-yellow in tone.
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Here’s how to ask for it: Ask for a shade of beige blonde that’s not over-lifted or too pale and incorporates a balance of golden and purple tones while keeping some of the natural warmth in your hair, recommends Cherise Wilson, a colorist at Marie Robinson Salon. The key word is “neutral,” so that you don’t lean too warm or too cool.
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