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The following interview was quite a fascinating experience for me. Few weeks ago I was given an incredible chance to chat with Allen Edwards the man who created The Farrah for Farrah Fawcett one of the most famous haircuts of our time. I grew up in Israel watching my mom trying to get The Farrah and even me as a child was dreaming of having that flip and layered cut. It felt like I was writing a piece in history. Farrah left Allen Edwards at one point to another hairdresser called: Jose Eber, who apparently also takes credit for creating The Farrah. But, Farrah Fawcett went to Allen first! Read more.

Allen Edwards

For more than three decades the internationally recognized beauty industry icon, Allen Edwards has been styling the tresses of some of the most glamorous women in the world including Farrah Fawcett, Donna Mills, Anne Bancroft, Diane Keaton and Raquel Welch. It was Edwards who fashioned Assistant District Attorney Marcia Clark’s new look during the O.J. Simpson murder trial. Modern Salon Magazine recently named Allen Edwards among 50 most influencial hairdressers in history with industry leaders Vidal Sasson, Jose Eber and Sally Hershberger. Also a must read Allen’s 200-page memoir: “Shear Force: An Image-Maker’s Memoir”, released in 2008. The book details the glitzy Beverly Hills beauty industry over the past 30 years and Allen Edwards tumultuous parallel ride through it all.

In this interview Allen Edwards talks to Marta Walsh about his beginnings as a young hairdresser in Beverly Hills. How one day he met Farrah Fawcett and what led him creating The Farrah one of the most famous haircuts of our time . Talks about the changes in hairstyles and celebrities over the years. The celebrity who he would love to style today. His favorite Shear Force products. Gives advice to aspiring celebrity hairstylists. And talks future plans.

Marta Walsh: When did your interest in hair design begin?
Allen Edwards: I was always into the arts side of the world. I was a musician and a dancer from 8 years old till I was 19. I thought that’s what I’m going to do. After meeting other musicians I’ve realized they really didn’t make much money. When I got out of high school I quit playing trumpet. Around that time I met some people who went to beauty school. That interested me. Since I quite music and career was always important to me, I decided to go to beauty school. It came really easy to me.

I love Blake Lively’s hair at the New York City premiere of “Sherlock Holmes” last night. In fact, it seems that I always love Blake’s hair. She’s just got it going on. Blake’s dress is once again the opposite of plain, and somewhat outrageous. I love how she is not afraid to go for unexpected and sexy styles. I see a little bit of Lady Gaga influence with the dress. Is this a dress/body suite? All in all, Blake Lively’s style experimentations are SO Marta Walsh:)

Sought-after colorist and co-owner of the Ted Gibson Salon, Jason Backe, will serve as Creative Consultant to TouchBack, Streekers and ColorMark, acting as a voice of the temporary hair color brands and a liaison to both the media and consumers. In his capacity as Creative Consultant, Jason will bring his salon expertise to the at-home color formulas, sharing tricks and techniques for achieving salon-quality results with the complete range of products. From the fun, lively shades of Streekers to the undetectable gray coverage of TouchBack and ColorMark, Jason will offer insight into maximizing the impact of the temporary colors.

Jason Backe

“I’m so excited to be the voice of products that empower women to be their own colorists between salon visits,” says Jason. “TouchBack, Streekers and ColorMark all give women the ability to experiment and play, which is what hair color is all about. When used correctly, these formulas can really add dimension and give hair new life.”

Over the course of the past decade, Jason has established himself as one of New York’s most in-demand color artists. From editors and models to actress and executives, clients flock to Jason for his chic, complementary color. Jason has brought his attention to detail and artistic expression to high-profile clients like Ashley Greene, Anne Hathaway, Lake Bell, Rene Zelweger, Elettra Weideman, Idina Menzel and Amerie as well as campaigns for Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein, Chanel and Versace.

Taylor Swift was spotted recently with straight hair. This is the first time I’ve ever seen Taylor in a straight hairdo.

What’s the verdict guys: Taylor Swift looks best with curly hair or straight hair? Left or right?:)

Nicole Richie who has been famous for her signature blonde hair now goes brown! Do you love?

Nicole Richie the before photo in blonde hair.