Bond @ Illumina

On Monday night the Bond Team attended a workshop for an exciting new product called Illumina. It's an exciting new colour that creates shine in the hair like never before. It will be arriving in salon in the New Year and we will post more details as the time gets closer. Leslie was also fortunate enough to help with the the hair for the night where he got to work with colourist extra Marie Uva of Rokk Ebony in Melbourne. He got to see Illumina first hand and said " It left  the hair feeling smooth and extremely shiny and sleek". We are very excited to be offering this product and will bring you more information closer to the release of this exciting new product.

Avant Garden- Canberra Fashion Festival

Sunday saw many beautiful Canberra designer pieces on display at the amazing Hotel Realm for the first Canberra Fashion Festival. We saw designs from the likes of Rockstars and Royalty, Zoe Brown and Jenifer Lee as well as last weeks blog entrant Knaves and Fables. Leslie was lucky enough to help out backstage and do the hair for the event. We saw very sleek high ponytails on the runway teamed with bold coloured eyebrows for a sleek ultra modern look. The event was packed with many Canberrans wanting to rub shoulder with Canberra's most talented designers.

Mo Update

Leslie is cruising in the pacific next week so he has banked his Movember money and he raised an amazing $350.00 for the cause. Thanks to all the amazing clients that donated for this wonderful cause.

Bond Xmas Party

The team took time out on Sunday to celebrate Xmas for 2012.  Jen took the team to the Alto Restaurant at Black Mountain Tower and then the party continued back at her place around the pool for a few hours more.  Some great gifts including an all expenses trip to Phuket, Thailand in May 2013 for the whole team to enjoy some team building and time out together.  Everyone is very excited and for some team members, this will be the first time overseas.  We cannot wait and will bring all our wonderful clients news closer to departure, although Shaun and Stewart already discussing taking some Thai cooking classes to hone their culinary skills.  Although rest of the team not too sure what the outcome will be if they have some champagne beforehand.

Knaves and Fables

This is for all you dapper gents. Knaves and Fables is a boutique jewellery label designed especially for men. From the creative mind of Danielle Day, the collection is inspired by Mycohrrizae Fungi (see Designs below).  These exquisite designs will jazz up any outfit. Knaves and Fables are about to release a new line, inspired by organic armour.  These peices are made from the same materials as the previous collection, however, this collection features stronger shapes. Knaves and Fables will also be a part of the Canberra Fashion Festival. Go to http://knaveandfables.com.au/knave-fables/ to see more.

Mo Updates

Week 3 of Leslie's mo and it getting pretty itchy and long now. Only 10 more days left to donate either online or donate in salon.

Pole Championships by Sarah Little

Sunday the 18^th of November Jen, Katie and I went to the Australian Capital Pole Championships. When we first arrived we were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of one of the contestants running through her rehearsal. The strength and grace that we saw was amazing.  Not one of us could imagine being able to execute what we had seen. We later found out that she was an amateur and that she had been pole dancing for only 2 years. The dressing room where we were working was filled with nervous energy. We created simple hairstyles consisting of braids and curls and messy buns. It was lovely talking to the contestants. Many of the girls and guys had travelled from all over Australia and overseas. We were lucky enough to meet Marion Crampe and Crystal Lai two of the three international acts show cased at the event. They have danced in other major events like the Asia pole championships. The contestants were all lovely and the afternoon was full of laughs. We would like to say a big thank you to Elizabeth at Aerial Pole Academy in Kingston for including us in this amazing event and for allowing us to watch the amazing show as well.

Trend

Colored panels are coming back in at the moment. People are wanting to make a statement with high impact colour. Its a simple way to change your colour and its cost effective! Ask your stylist today how you can make the change.

• Tips on how to Detect Damaged Hair and How to Fix it

You can detect damage hair one of two ways. By doing a surface level test and by doing an elasticity test.

Surface level test:
Hold a strand of hair with two fingers and with your free hand run your fingers down the hair.  If it feels rough and dry you may have surface level damage.

Elasticity test:
Pull one hair out of your head and then using both hands gently pull hair strand.  If the hair bounces and springs it is healthy. If it easily snaps then you have interior cuticle damage.

If you identify that you have damaged hair, have a chat to your stylist and we can recommend an SP treatment ritual to repair your damage.  SP treatments are great because they are a two part system targeting not one but two problem areas.  Ask your stylist today about how to get the most out of your hair.

Mo Update

Leslie is at week 2 of Movember and he thinks its getting pretty bushy (see pic below). Remember to donate see in salon or go to http://mobro.co/lesliehenshaw.

Education

A few weeks back you might remember Leslie and the Bond Team delivered a Two Day Masterclass at Canberra Makeup Academy (CMA). Well Leslie has now been asked to teach the hair portion of the class at CMA on Monday nights on a more permanent basis. Keep an eye our for updates as they occur.

YouTube Channel

Leslie has started up a youtube channel featuring videos that give you an exclusive behind the scenes look at various photo shoots and creative ventures that Leslie and the Bond Team have undertaken. To get your look at the behind the scenes action go to: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkjTGeLI8VjHR9wozkSe1Ew

Tips for Blondes by Katie

A lot of clients are going lighter for summer so here are a few tips to keep your blondes looking great.

1.  Use deep cleanser shampoo and moisturising conditioner after swimming in the pool or at the beach.   This gets rid of any chemical/ mineral build up from chlorine/salt water and puts moisture back into the hair.
2. Use treatments once a week as sun, salt water and chemicals are very drying on the hair.
3. Use purple shampoo every second wash to avoid yellow or gold tones appearing in the hair.
4. Always make sure hair is 100% dry before using straighteners or styling tools on the hair.
5. Use thermal protectors as it protects the hair from heat damage.

Fun Facts

• Brylcreem was the first commercial men's hair product in 1929.

• The word shampoo comes from the hindi word meaning champna meaning to massage and/knead.

• The first liquid shampoo to hit the supermarket shelf was in 1952 and was called Dop.

Pole Dancing Championships

Three (3) of the Bond Team are doing the hair for the Australian Capital Pole Championships this weekend, which is being hosted by the Aerial Pole Academy. It's on at the Erindale Centre and should be a fun event. As a supporter of small business in Kingston, Jen is excited to have a new small business, Aerial Pole Academy, recently open for business in Kingston. Some of the team are planning on taking beginner classes which should be a scream. Visit www.australiancapitalpolechampionships.com.au to be involved in classes.

Melbourne Cup

This years Melbourne Cup was spectacular to say the least. Fashion on the fields saw people taking fashion to the next level with slightly more avant garde dresses and hairpieces, it was fantastic to see people making such an effort. It wasn't just the ladies leaving an impression with guys bringing out some statement pieces. This year Bond helped clients look their best for race day with our Melbourne Cup Hair and Makeup special. It was great to see people taking advantage of this exclusive offer, we loved seeing clients looking glamourous for race day.

Movember Update

So the mo is on the grow! Leslie has been growing his mo for a week now and it's starting to look pretty bushy. So far we have raised $100.00 towards prostate cancer and men's mental health but we are aiming for $350.00, so if you haven't yet donated you can do so in salon or by following this link http://mobro.co/lesliehenshaw

Trend - Hairpieces

Seems appropriate as its Melbourne Cup. Hairpieces however are not just for race days. Lately we have been seeing hats, fascinators and accessories making a comeback. Whether it be a big bold piece or a simple head band, accessories are in!