Be the best tressed this summer

By: Kay Renz

What’s hot and happening in hair this summer? I chatted with Tony Mannino, who for years styled Boca ladies at Regis Town Center and is now at a new salon just a few miles north at Jon Edwards in Boynton Beach.

Hair stylist Jon Edwards

The Delray resident has been styling for over 25 years and has seen all the trends come and go and come again! This season, the models sported styles that varied in length and color, but all featured a freer more casual feel than in years past.

“The young client is always trying to set a new trend,” said Tony. “They usually don’t care about risk as long as they have a tight relationship with their hairdresser.”

These girls are actually going all the way back to the 80’s for inspiration! (Feeling old yet!) Some touches of Madonna and Blondie are making a comeback. In addition, they are leaning toward fringe—-from short bold pixie styles to longer sexy asymmetrical looks.

While many do not want to do a full out runway coif, the feel can be reproduced in a way that works with your look and personal style. Fringe can be long and layers can be done in a less edgy way, confirms Tony.

Another classic look that remains a constant is the Bob. “Yes it’s back again for summer and appropriate for all ages. It can be tailored for your facial shape and can be given a fresh modern interpretation depending on how you fashion it,” he explained.

New color of course can up your cool quotient. While there is great buzz about Lady Gaga’s golden glow and Rihanna’s red, most of us prefer an easier to wear shade.

“Color is a process done since Cleopatra’s day,” he said. “Basically there are 10 levels ….1 is black ….10 is blonde. The key is finding the right level that works with your skin tone, then we decide what tone works best such as neutral, red, gold, ash and more.”

Changing color is something that many women really enjoy! For others it can seem too radical a departure. But if you want to try something new consider highlights…it’s a minimal commitment yet it gives you a fresher look!

With summer here, are the frizzies a problem? Tony suggests you talk to your stylist about a Brazilian Keratin Treatment. Many women could not survive without this treatment which brings manageability to curly, frizzy hair, but there has been some buzz as to what versions are the best to use. So always consult with a trained stylist like Tony and a salon like Jon Edwards that only uses the best products for the most demanding women.

While keeping hair silky smooth is the priority for many women, there are an equal amount that are longing for more body, curls and waves. So consider a perm. Yes, the perm is back, too! But don’t think the kinky poofy looks, instead, Tony said the goal is the soft flowing waves we admire on the red carpet!

Thanks Tony… that was “Locks” of great advice!

To ask Tony any questions, you can contact him at Jon Edwards Salon at 561-737-6700