“Women always want to go lighter in the summer, especially
after our gloomy winter,” says the wonderful Liz Edmonds, colour director at
Daniel Galvin. “In fashion, we are seeing a lot of bright colours so to be able
to pull off the look, hair needs to be lighter.”
But, there are always exceptions to every rule. As I have
lots of gold in my skin, Liz suggested that I went darker. “Hair colour should
match your complexion and eye colour. Light hair works well with pale skin.
Brunettes should ensure that their hair is lighter at the ends than at the
roots to ensure that it looks natural.
“This summer, there has been a move away from the very blonde look. It is much more
natural looking, with a paler shade around the hairline to throw light on to
the face to avoid emphasising any lines and wrinkles you may have. The rest of
the hair should be in a deeper tone.”
If you want inspiration for your summer colour, Liz suggests
looking at children’s hair between the ages of five and eight. “You want
beautiful tones that blend effortlessly,” she says.
When you change your hair and add different tones, you may
find that you will have to adjust your make-up and even your wardrobe as
colours that you have been wearing previously can instantly look wrong with
your new hue.
My hair was amazing. As it is darker, it has also allowed me
to introduce more colours into my wardrobe, though not neons.
They always say that the mark of a good colourist is having
hair that doesn’t shriek “I have just come out of the salon”. You want people
to say you look great. Have you been away? And that is exactly what
happens when Liz has worked her magic on me.
By Daralyn Danns
Daniel Galvin (danielgalvin.com)
