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Part 1

Manhattan Mode

Your educational guide to getting exactly what you want at the salon.

We help you understand styles, colors, and techniques — so you can communicate clearly with your stylist and leave the chair with confidence.

Style

Broadway Brunette Layers

A rich, dimensional brunette with soft, voluminous movement. Long layers fall naturally and catch the light, creating glowing elegance. Sweeping front pieces frame the face and bring a sense of modern femininity.

Cut

  • —Long layers carved through the lengths for flow and body without heaviness
  • —Softly texturized ends for a natural, airy finish
  • —Sweeping bangs blended seamlessly into face-framing layers for added softness

Color

Base:Deep Level 5 brunette
Highlights:Level 7 golden highlights, concentrated around the crown and face
Effect:Brightens the complexion with subtle, natural-looking dimension
Technique:Fine, blended placement avoids striping for a luxurious glow

Toner

Level 7 GB (Golden Beige):Adds warmth and a sunlit glow to highlights
Level 7 NB (Natural Brown):Creates a deeper, cooler blend for a seamless, neutral finish

Pro Tip — When consulting your colorist, say:

"I'd like a Level 5 brunette base with Level 7 golden highlights around the face and crown, finished with a Golden Beige toner for warmth—or Natural Brown toner for a softer, blended look."

Style

City Blonde Bob

Effortlessly modern with airy movement and a slightly undone finish. The bob is chic and fashion-forward, with a windswept texture that adds a cool downtown edge while still maintaining softness and polish.

Cut

  • —Blunt bob with internal layers for structure and movement
  • —Point-cut ends for a soft finish
  • —Long, sweeping side bangs to frame the face and add versatility

Color

Darker natural base:Achieved with a double-process blonde (lightening the full head before toning)
Lighter natural base:Achieved with a full head of tightly woven highlights, maximizing brightness for a luminous overall effect

Toner

Level 10 White toner:Delivers a clean, cool blonde with no yellow undertones and an ultra-refined, pure white effect
Level 9 Violet toner:Maintains brightness while adding a slightly softer, more natural finish

Pro Tip — When consulting your colorist, say:

"I'd like either a double-process blonde or a full head of tightly woven highlights (depending on my base color), finished with a Level 10 White toner for the cleanest look—or Level 9 Violet for a slightly softer blonde."

Style

Autumn Red with Wispy Fringe

Soft, airy movement with a glowing, feminine finish. Wispy bangs delicately frame the face, creating a timeless effect that feels both romantic and fashion-forward. The overall look is luminous and elegant, designed to beautifully catch the light.

Cut

  • —Wispy fringe paired with long layers to encourage natural flow and movement
  • —Point-cut ends for a dreamy, lightweight finish
  • —Removes heaviness while adding an ethereal softness to the style

Color

Base:Deep, vibrant autumn red
Highlights:Sun-kissed pieces placed around the crown and face
Effect:Adds glow and dimension, softens the tone, and enhances radiance

Toner

Level 7 R (Warm Red):Creates a bright, glowing red glaze that softens and ties in highlights
Level 7 RR (Intense Red):Intensifies vibrancy for a bold, dramatic, high-fashion finish

Pro Tip — When consulting your colorist, say:

"I'd like an autumn red base with sun-kissed highlights around the face and crown, finished with a Level 7 R toner for softness—or Level 7 RR for a more vibrant, fashion-forward red."

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