Sky Fits Madonna
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The V magazine music issue dared to push the limits when photographer Mario Testino captured the young model/singer Sky Ferreira and transformed her into the queen of all queens of pop culture: Madonna! Anthony Palermo (who has had the honnor of working with Madonna in the past) along with Oribe created the iconic looks that defined the “Blonde Ambition” star…. The pictures are so amazing you may have to do a double take!
Tags: Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Blonde Ambition, Leonard Zagami, Madonna, Mario Testino, Oribe, Sky Ferreira, V Magazine, Whose That Girl
The Queen of Hip Hop
Posted by Anthony Leonard Salon | Filed under Events, Hair Products, Media, Movies, Music, Products, Services
The music issue of V Magazine 2012 brings us back to old school hip hop flavour with a fresh new twist, models featured as pop stars. Street style brought to high fashion has always been amazing but nobody does it quit like Carlyne Cerf De Dudzeele , her obsession with hip hop has always been glamorous, sexy and powerful……. Watch how our very own Color Director Anthony Palermo along with the fabulous Oribe , the amazing Lena Koro, and the genius Sebastian Faena make it royal!
THE QUEEN OF HIP-HOP – V Magazine
Tags: Adidas, Anais Mali, Anthony Palermo, Anthony White, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Carlyne Cer De Dudzeele, Chrishell Stubbs, Click Model Management, Cora Emmanuel, Ford Men Direct, Ford Women, Gucci, hop hop, Judy Erickson, Justin Bieber, Lena Koro, Leonard Zagami, Major, Manolo Blahnik, Melodie Monrose, NARS, Oribe, Rob Evans, Sebastian Faena, Silent Models, Supreme, Travone Hill, V Magazine
Dear John
Posted by Anthony Leonard Salon | Filed under Hair Products, Media, Movies, Music, Products, Services
New beginnings are a great way to start the New Year. The AnthonyLeonard Salon knows how important it is to bring forth great new finds! Our hidden treasure happens to be our very own “Colorist to the Elite”, John Whelan . As the newest member to our team, his talent is as fresh as his Beautiful Blondes, Bold Brunette’s, and Royal Red heads… This month we asked him to foresee the future in the beauty world, explain his technique and let us in on a few of his best kept secrets. When it comes to great hair color, we’re all ears!!!
Q-1: What is your specialty at the ALS?
JW:- As a colorist my specialty is sexy,beautiful,timeless, classic, color. I stay abreast of the times but I don’t follow the trends.
Q-2 : How long have you lived in NYC?
JW: 15 years and counting.
Q-3: What do you see in the future for beauty/hair color industry?
JW: Getting back to anything natural. I feel the hair color industry is always producing more gentle , less harsh and conditioning products.
Q-4 : What sets you apart from other colorists ?
JW: My ability to make people feel comfortable and have my clients understand what the end result will be. I am also a very good listener.
Q-5 : Who is your pick for the ultimate beauty?
JW: I love Charlize Theron. Besides being gorgeous she is an amazing actress. I love the Dior campaign.
Q-6: What is your favorite music on your I-Pod at the moment?
JW: I love Mariah Carey. I’m really in to her music, I have all of her albums and I am crazy about her dance remixes.
Q-7 : Where besides NYC would you want to live?
JW: Paris! It’s very sexy and there is so much art to be inspired by. I would also love to do what I do best there…. bring my highlights to the city of light!
Q-8: What was the last film you saw?
JW: The Skin I Live In by Pedro Almodovar . It’s a great film.
Q-9: Who in the world of fashion designers inspires you?
JW: Tom Ford . I love everything he does, he’s super high fashion and I always loved what he did when he was designing for Gucci
Q-10 : What is your favorite ALS retail product?
JW: I love the Oribe Ultra Rich Shampoo/Conditioner combo. It is a must have!
Tags: Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Charlize Theron, City of Light, Eiffel Tower, John Whelan, Leonard Zagami, Mariah Carey, New Year, Oribe, Paris, Pedro Almodovar, The Skin I Live In, Tom Ford, Ultra Rich Conditioner, Ultra Rich Shampoo
Happy New Year
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All of us here at the AnthonyLeonard Salon wish our extended salon family a very happy safe and fun New Year!!!
See you in 2012……
Tags: 2012, Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Ball Dropp, conffetti, Fireworks, Happy New Year, Leonard Zagami, New Year's Eve, Times Square
Tree’s Company
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The AnthonyLeonard Salon would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas !!!
Tags: Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Leonard Zagami, Merry Christmas
Tiff’s the Season!!!
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year again, but before you start decking the halls and spending too much on senseless gifts, treat yourself to one of the best that NYC has to offer! Tiffany Damiani understands the real meaning of a great haircut, her master technique has the ability to have you hooked before you’ve reached the five golden rings!!! Four calling birds and a few mistletoe’s later, we sat with her to hear what she has to say about the future in hair trends, the look for the holidays, and her specialty perfect , haircuts!
ALS: What is your signature salon style ?
TD: I love for my clients to leave the salon with beautiful , touchable, effortless hair. It consists more of a feeling, It is great when the hair matches the personality !
ALS: How long have you been a NYC hairdresser ?
TD: I moved to NYC in 2003, so about 9 years. I have always worked in high end salons from the beginning.
ALS: What are your hair predictions in 2012 ?
TD: I think it is about embracing your God given texture, healthy hair is so important, less chemicals more treatments.
ALS: Give us a tip for a great holiday hair do .
TD: Anything up-swept is a great idea for a holiday party, a chic polished, sleek look will always turn heads.
ALS: Where besides NYC would you want to live ?
TD: I could really see myself in London. I fell in love with this beautiful city the minute I arrived at Heathrow Airport. It’s an amazing place.
ALS: What is the last film you saw ?
TD: I just watched “The Usual Suspects”. It’s one of my all time favorites. I love Benicio del Toro.
ALS: Who would be your choice for ultimate diva…. past or present?
TD: Gwen Stefani! She is a real style icon and not a pop princess, she’s a rock star!
ALS: What is played most on your I-pod ?
TD: Right now I have been listening to The White Stripes on repeat.
ALS: Who is your favorite fashion designer?
TD: Alexander McQueen. I’m actually blessed to have one of his amazing dresses.
ALS: What is your favorite ALS retail product?
TD: Volumista by Oribe, it is made for all hair types. It is not heavy and it manipulates the texture to make it do what it should . And like all his products it smells fantastic!
Tags: Alexander McQueen, Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Benicio del Toro, Deck the Halls, Five Golden Rings, Four Calling Birds, Gwen Stefani, Heathrow Airport, Holiday, Leonard Zagami, London, Mistletoe, NYC, Oribe, Tiffany Damiani, Usual Suspects, Volumista, White Stripes
Something About Mary
Posted by Anthony Leonard Salon | Filed under Hair Products, Media, Movies, Music, Products, Services
The very tricky month of November has lots of ups and downs, you might see or bump into someone you haven’t seen in a long time, so your look is extra important. It is the kick off for the legendary NYC holiday party’s and the time of year to be thankful. Our stylist to some of the most glamourous Madison Ave girls, Mary Zingone, shares her thoughts about beauty, style, and something we all want, gorgeous hair!
ALS: What would you say is the signature hair cut that you are known for at The ALS?
M: I’ve been known for a clean but sexy long layered haircut, I prefer a soft razored look.
ALS: When did you start hair dressing?
M: At the age of 19. I started at a salon called Bumble & Bumble.
ALS: What is your favorite hair color?
M: I adore a highlighted look, a rich brown into a mixture of multicolored honey’s ,caramel’s and soft blondes.
ALS: What is your trick for a bad hair day?
M: Don’t try to fight it! I love a a messy braid, a chic scarf, or a great hat. You can’t go wrong with that.
ALS: Where besides NYC would you like to live?
M: Florence Italy. It is full of amazing art, beautiful people and great wine!
ALS: Who is your favorite fashionista?
M: Marilyn Monroe did everything better than anyone else. She is timeless. Every woman wants to feel her magic still to this day. She is an amazing muse, and still inspires the element of glamour!
ALS: What do you think is the most important part of a woman’s look?
M: Hair & make-up!! If you get that right , the rest is easy. But the most important is lipstick. I don’t leave the house without my MAC Ruby Woo!!!
ALS: Do you see big changes in the beauty industry?
M: I was interviewed by New Beauty Magazine (aug 2011) about preserving hair and keeping it young looking. The beauty industry is obsessed with youth. For example, staying away from gels, and harsh hairspray’s, being more aware of tepurture controls on hot tools and moisturizing is always the key. Bottling a healthy 19 year old girl’s hair…This is what the beauty industy is trying to achieve for women of all ages!
ALS: Top 3 artist on your i pod?
M: At the moment I’m hooked on Adelle, but I still listen to Prince and the one and only Ms. Billie Holiday.
ALS: What is your favorite AnthonyLeonard retail product?
M: I don’t let my clients leave the salon without buying SACHAJUAN Leave In Conditioner spray, its light, its oil free, it really makes styling effortless and most important it is the first step in healthy shiny beautiful looking hair, I absolutely love it!
Tags: Adelle, Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Billie Holliday, Florence, Italy, Leave In Conditioner, Leonard Zagami, MAC Ruby Woo, Madison Avenue, Marilyn Monroe, Mary Zingone, New Beauty Magazine, November, Prince, SACHAJUAN
Eli’s Eagle Eye
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The October month is a reality check for most people. The routines have gone in to flow, the extra clothing has been worn, and your hair should have a new look! Our style guru Eli Lee tells us what we should and shouldn’t be doing with our locks all the time, but this month he is right on point! Here is what he had to say…….
ALS: What is your specialty at the ALS ?
E: I’ve been know for my blow drys, I love giving women a great cut with a flowing not to done look
ALS: How long have you been a NYC hairdresser?
E: I’ve been doing hair in NYC for 8 years and I’ve always worked with the best in the business
ALS: What is your hair vision for the fall this year?
E: It’s a richer toned down hair color, accompanied by longer layer’s and playfully ponytails
ALS: Who is your all time favorite diva?
E: SJP’s character Carrie Bradshaw she new the real meaning of the word diva!
ALS: In your opinion how important is hair when doing a NYC fashion show?
E: It’s very important because you have to know how to make the hair look special without upstaging the clothes even if it’s a simple twist, not everyone gets it, but the New Yorkers do it the best!
ALS: If you could live anywhere else besides NYC where would it be?
E: Berlin Germany, I hear it has an amazing energy since The Wall came down and an old NYC feel to it when it comes to artists
ALS: Who is your all time favorite fashion designer?
E: Marc Jacobs
ALS: What would we find in your hairdressing kit?
E: Dry shampoo, Mason Pearson brushes, scissors, combs, a blow dryer, a curling iron, a flat iron, pins and elastics, and hairspray with these things you do just about anything!
ALS: Is music important to you when your working, and what is your preference?
E: I love my music, it totally soothes me when I’m working, I prefer the words of the ladies such as Adele and Beyonce, but I’m crazy about Jay Z and Kanye West’s new “Watch the Throne” album, BTW thanks for always playing it for me- (ALS, no problem!)
ALS: What is your favorite hair product of the moment?
E: Right now I really, really love Ocean Mist by SACHAJUAN, you can use it on any texture, and you can achive any look you want, it smells amazing, and the blue liquid is gorgeous!
Tags: Adelle, Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Berlin, Beyonce, Blow Dry, Carrie Bradshaw, Eli Lee, Jay Z, Kanye West, Leonard Zagami, Marc Jacobs, Mason Pearson, NYC, Ocean Mist, SACHAJUAN, Sarah Jessica Parker, Watch The Thrown
2nd Annual Fashion’s Night Out
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After three days of continuous rain and grey skies here in NYC, FNO emerges with bright colors and dryer crowds of the fiercest fashionistas in the world. Vogue’s high priestess, Anna Wintour, created the evening years ago to evoke the economy, it then became a night of fabulous people in their best threads, making their rounds from store to store and flashing the latest styles.
Anthony Leonard Salon participated this year by honoring noted sculpter/artist Salvatore Zagami bringing his personal collection for viewing to NYC after being in museams across the country . We also celebrated our blog anniversary that attracted A-list celebrities, leggy models, ice cold champagne, and a Cuban African band that rocked the beauty temple all night long. A great night in NYC, and an amazing way to kick off Mercedes Benz Fashion Week! Till next year, FNO……The world is better place now that you are here!
Tags: Anna Wintour, Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Artist, Cuban African Band, Fashion's Night Out, Fashionista, Leonard Zagami, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2011, NYC, Salvatore Zagami, Sculptor, Vogue
Jane’s Addiction!!!!
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AnthonyLeonard Salon would like to introduce you to their new blog feature spotlight:
Style Log Artist of the Month
September is the most important time of the year….for fashionistas!!! It is considered the high holidays, if you will, and this month ALS interviewed one of The Big Apple’s most sought after trendsetters , our very own Jane Witkowski …
And here is what she had to say……
ALS: What is your specialty at The AnthonyLeonard Salon?
J: I am a hair color specialist.
ALS: How long have you been a stylist?
J: 10 years…. I have always worked on 5th Avenue or Madison my whole career
ALS: Who is your favorite actress of the moment?
J: I really adore Rachele Weisz.
ALS: Who is your favorite actor of the moment?
J : Ryan Gosling right now
ALS: What is the last movie you watched?
J: Bridesmaids, I loved it!
ALS: Where besides NYC would you want to live?
J: California preferably Monterey or Carmel
ALS: Who is your all time favorite designer?
J: Valentino. Gorgeous
ALS: Who is your muse?
J: Grace Kelly hands down
ALS: What is the last album you bought?
J:Bon Iver …..Amazing!
ALS: Whats your favorite product of the moment?
J: Oribe Masque For Beautiful Color, I simply can not live without it!
Tags: 5th Avenue, Anthony Palermo, AnthonyLeonard Salon, Big Apple, Bon Iver, Bridesmaids, California, Carmel, Fall Fashion, Grace Kelly, Jane Witkowski, Leonard Zagami, Madison Avenue, Monterae, Monterey, NYC, Oribe, Oribe Masque For Beautiful Color, Rachel Weisz, Ryan Gosling, September, The Big Apple, Valentino
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