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Celeb Hairstylist Tackles Red Carpet Weather Woes
1 Feb
Summary
- Awards season runs November to March, with January being the busiest.
- Humidity and rain are major challenges for outdoor red carpet events.
- Current hair trends include healthy shine, movement, and longer lengths.
Awards season, spanning November through March, presents a hectic period for celebrity hairstylist Matt Benns, with activity typically peaking in January. Benns, known for styling clients like Kim Kardashian and Charli xcx, navigates the complexities of creating timeless yet trendy looks under pressure.
A significant challenge during this period is combating environmental factors, particularly humidity and rain, which can compromise outdoor red carpet hairstyles. This often requires last-minute adjustments to meticulously planned looks.
Benns finds inspiration for his creations from a wide array of sources, including street photography, art, and film. He recently referenced a Cher music video for Charli xcx's Golden Globe hairstyle, adapting the look for a contemporary feel.
Regarding current hair trends, Benns observes a resurgence of the 'blowout' style, emphasizing healthy hair with shine and movement. He also notes an increasing preference for longer hair lengths. For at-home styling, he recommends investing in hair treatments, smoothing creams, and heat protectants, specifically mentioning a combination of smoothing cream and bonding oil for achieving a perfected blowout.
