6th February 2023
There aren’t many companies that are brave and audacious enough to launch a collection consisting of one model. But when that model is representing Balmain Hair Couture with a haircut that is so on trend, why would there need to be other models that detract from the incredible variety of styling and message this stunning style delivers.
We all know that the trend for disconnected hairstyles has been growing in popularity of late, but here we see it reach its zenith. ‘Cleopatre des temps modernes’ created by newly appointed Artistic Director Ilham Mestour on hair with Olivier Rousteing’s vision ….. “Much of what moved me as a child about the ancient Egyptian civilizations creations continues to excite me today, as a designer. I’ve always loved how the astonishing minimalism of Egypt’s most impressive signature monuments—those enormous pyramids, those soaring obelisks—finds its perfect complement in the sumptuousness of royal treasuries. To bring the modern-day Cleopatra to life, there is a disconnection in the hair, with different lengths that represent power and potential. A 2-in-1 coupe that mirrors the different sides to a woman that once ruled ancient Egypt for almost 3 decades. “I want a woman to feel strong, like she has no one to answer to but herself.”.
A bold statement of intent from a bold visionary designer, executed with panache by Ilham Mestour. Each image showcases the brilliant combination of cut and style. Combined they create a daring vision for the future, a hairstyle that demands attention.
For me, I see a futuristic style that harks back to the past and then pushes it into a new and vibrant dimension with the face framing front and the ultra long lengths through the back area. For sure it’s high end, but it’s commercial enough to be a salon friendly style as well. Naturally the different effects are created with Balmain Hair Couture care and style products, click the logo below for details of the entire portfolio.
Balmain Hair Couture, pushing hair creativity to new and dazzling heights.
