The Cut
If a trend is Zendaya-approved, there’s not much more you need to say to get us to hop on the beauty bandwagon. Evidently, that sentiment rings true for the 400,000 viewers watching #butterflybob tutorials on TikTok. The appeal of the butterfly bob lies in the undone, nearly natural aesthetic emerging this autumn. So what does the butterfly bob entail, exactly? “It’s a less structured take on the traditional bob,”explains Tanya Estrid Van Renen, artistic director at Pastels Salon in Dubai. “It has the same short length as a bob, but features more layers throughout and face-framing pieces at the front.” It is these feathered, face-framing layers — think extremely grown-out bangs— that are the reason behind the ‘butterfly’ moniker as they are said to resemble butterfly wings.
The Colour
During autumn, hair salons typically see clients asking to transform their sun-kissed strands to deeper hues to reflect the cosy season ahead. Copper hair gently emerged when Kendall Jenner debuted burnt-orange hair at the Prada runway last year, though the colours lipped through the cracks as other trends took hold. Now copper hair is back with a vengeance (and a brand-new name): say howdy to cowgirl copper. The #cowgirlcopperhair hashtag has amassed 4.9million views on TikTok, spurred on by Emily Ratajkowski unveiling her own copper tresses last month. But is it achievable for us non-supermodels? “Cowgirl copper is a combination of leathery tones, reds, burnt oranges and copper shades,” explains Lucy Palmer, artistic director at Boho Salon in Dubai.
The name itself comes from the auburn hues found throughout Western clothing (who would have thought our hair choices would be influenced by cowboy boots and fringed jackets?). This fiery mix of tones means cowgirl copper is completely customisable and therefore complements a variety of skin tones. “By considering your skin tone, you can create a unique hair colour that complements your natural beauty. Those with porcelain skin should ask for a brighter orange undertone to add radiance, while redder shades are best suited for olive skin.” While cowgirl copper is on the high maintenance side, frequent visits to the salon will keep your colour fresh until spring. “My recommendation would be to schedule touch-ups every six weeks, whether it’s to add a gloss, toner or touchup your roots.” However, don't be afraid to get hands-on at home. “Use colour-safe, sulphate-free products and be sure to cleanse, moisturise and finish with a protective UV treatment,” adds Lucy.
