Emirates Woman went in search of the best ’dos in town. Here are our pick of the crop…
Style: The Bow
Tested by: Assistant Beauty Editor, Elizabeth Whiston-Dew
Hairdresser: Alexandra
Salon: Sisters Beauty LoungeA good accessory should not just be the reserve of the fash pack. Calling all beauty aficionados – opt for the bow. A little tongue-in-cheek, it’s perfect for party-season posing. The hairdresser started with a simple looped ponytail, then splitting the hair down the centre she secured either side with a bobby pin. Pulling the ends of the hair up through the middle and then pinning creates the bow-like shape. A misting of super-hold hairspray, and you’re set.
Location: Level 1, The Dubai Mall
Tel: (04) 3398500
Price: Dhs315
Time: 25 minutes
Style: The Grecian
Tested by: Fashion and Beauty Writer, Annah Cuthbert
Hairdresser: Alexander
Salon: JetSet
With something a little Helen of Troy meets this season’s Pucci plaits in mind, I asked Alexander, my Brazilian hair stylist, for a Grecian-inspired up do. After whipping my locks into a frenzy with a weave of clips, curls and braids, I was left with a soft, windswept style that remained true to my number one rule: “Nothing too bridal!”
Location: Level 4, Grosvenor House
Tel: (04) 3995005
Price: Dhs220
Time: 50 minutes
Style: The Glam Pony
Tested by: Fashion and Beauty Assistant, Alexandra Venison
Hairdresser: Manuel
Salon: Pastels, The Ritz Carlton
The ponytail is my go-to style of choice, so I had high expectations for the pro version. Manuel began by brushing out my hair and tying it into place, and then with a bit of backcombing, some more brushing and a dash of hairspray I was left with a stunning, and most importantly, lasting creation. After a flurry of compliments, all I need to do now is master his technique.
Location: Jumeirah Beach Residence
Tel: (04) 3186141
Price: Dhs250
Time: 20 minutes
Style: The Messy Chignon
Tested by: Deputy Editor, Alexandria Gouveia
Hairdresser: Johnny
Salon: Jacques La Coupe
A modern twist on the classic style favoured by Alfred Hitchcock’s leading ladies. To add texture to my heavy, straight hair, Johnny lightly curled my locks with a curling tong before achieving the volume by backcombing my hair to within an inch of its life. What happened next was a show of absolute precision and skill as Johnny sectioned my hair before ingeniously twisting and pinning it into sections, slowly creating a neat twist, working from the bottom to the top, until all my hair was gripped into position with bobby pins, except for the fringe, which was swept across my forehead for a more romantic touch. Some loose strands at the back added a playful spin to the otherwise conservative look. Set with hairspray and a little wax on the fringe, the style lasted for two days!
Location: The Address Dubai Marina
Tel: (04) 4458381
Price: Dhs350
Time: 30 minutes
Photo: http://www.hji.co.uk/, Mary Katrantzou
