What is in right now? I am often asked this question and always ever so pleased to answer: Everything so, nothing. I am happy to be a hair stylist in the time we live in currently. There was a time when a look, style or even specific article of clothing could become the “it” of the season and as such, all would flock. This is where the “in” look came from. “In” being short for in style, all that was not “in style” was OUT. And thus all who did not jump ON the train would find themselves “OuT Of sTyLE!” OMG!! Well breathe, step away from your closet and put down the lighter fluid, it is a new day.

I am very pleased to report that, fashionably/stylistically speaking, we have far moved beyond the times of “This is cool, if you wish to be cool put it on!” Hair, clothes, makeup, all things encompassing personal style are no longer subject to the narrow scope of the world before the internet. I do believe it is our rapid exchange of information that has led to the opening perspective of the masses and individuals alike. We are now capable of studying and admiring the styles of the world all over. Before the internet became what it is today, programmed television and magazines were the primary sources for current information. Farrah Fawcett was the “it” girl with the “in”-hair-style in the mid to late70’s because television and magazines were inundated with her image. Today we know what people are doing with fashion all over the world, if we care to look. This Is what has brought us to the exciting and liberating time we live in today.

What is your personal taste, what is your body shape, color palette, lifestyle these are a few of the determining factors in deciding what is right for you as it pertains to your personal image. And even when considering all of the relevant factors this does not narrow the scope back down to a “this is what’s right for you, this and only this” option. All over the world, for quite awhile actually, we have been seeing an emergence of new artists, with an array of influences and cultural upbringings, that are introducing new perspectives in a new world. This has led to an expansion, for industries that progress through creativity, in how they produce as well as how they market what they produce. And for us, the fashionably focused, this means options options options! And not just for a select few but for anyone who cares to look in all the boxes as a way of staying out of just one. So don’t find yourself falling into the “what is in right now” box. Rather find yourself realizing who you are right now and use that as your guide to finding your personal style.