salonwear statement style
However, just because you and your team are wearing a uniformdoesn’tmean you can’t have some fun with the designs and
colourways.Think about your salon and choose a uniformthat creates the impression you are trying to portray. Is your salon or nail bar fresh and funky, or calm and serene? Choose a style that complements this.You can also add accessories to personalise your uniform further;many suppliers offer coordinating belts and cummerbunds, or a pop of colour with contrast piping, diamantés, embellishments and stylish necklines.
Alternatively, you could base your choices around one staple colour but allow your teamto choose the individual styles that they would feelmost comfortable wearing – dresses, either on their own or paired with leggings, or tunics with their choice of fitted, flared or Capri style trousers for example.
“Although it’s important that uniforms are consistent with the overall look and feel of the salon, there’s no reason why you can’t experiment with different colours and styles to showcase your personality,” says Helen.
“For example, opting for tunics that are the same colour and have bold design details, such as feature zips or turn back lapel, can helpmaintain a unified, professional look amongst the
team.The statement colours we have used in our new Colour Block, Bolero and Contrast Lapel tunics offer our customers a uniformthat is both fashionable and functional, enabling the wearer to showcase their individual style while still looking part of a unified team.”
on trend shades
As we enter the Summer season, salon wear designers have been taking inspiration from the catwalks to create a bouquet of striking seasonal shades:-
blue
“This year blue, in all its guises, has been hailed as the new colour for 2014 and is reminiscent of clear open skies and calm seas,” explains Cavell. “Blue signifies freshness and the simplicity of nature which is why it works very well in the Spa industry. [Inline London] have a lovely range of blues on offer – cornflower, blueberry, cobalt and aquamarine.”
Simon Jersey have also introduced Cobalt Blue to their collection for therapists wanting amore vibrant look.
plum / grape
“One of the key shades for 2014 is plum,” says Helen. “Combining fashion and functionality, it offers a striking alternative to brighter palettes, while concealing obvious stains that tend to showmore easily on lighter colours, such as white and pastel shades.”
Cavell adds: “Purple shades are a firm favourite and have been a very popular choice for three years running. Our new grape colour, with pink undertones is a wonderful alternative to the standard purple shade as it ismore vibrant and suits all skin tones.”
coral
“Radiant coral is still very much in demand for this season. Set to be the stand out colour of the season, it's punchy, bold and everything we've been waiting for to shake off thoseWinter blues!” says Cavell.
lime green
“Lime green features strongly in all designer and high street collections for Summer 2014,” says Diamond Designs’ Aisling Kavanagh. “TheAshley and Diane tunics pay homage to this trend and add a pop of colour to your professional uniform.”
sorbet
“No one can resist the sorbet shades (such asmint green, peach and pale pink) associated with a hot
Summer.They are so girly, feminine and fresh.We launched these colours in direct response to the fashionable nail colours on offer for Spring / Summer
2014.They fit very well in nail bars and are a great alternative to the bright, vibrant colours in the range,” says Cavell.
Take a look at our round-up of the latest tunics, dresses and trouser combinations to get you styled for Spring / Summer 2014…
This season’s salonwear collections feature Summer-inspired shades ranging fromTiffany Green through toRadiantCoral.
“Awell- presented and
stylish uniform is essential for giving clients the right
impression.” - Amy Housley, La Beeby
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