Manhattan Mode Part 2
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.
Sunlit Brunette Layers
Style
Flowing, glossy brunette hair with a natural sunlit effect. Soft bends and movement catch the light, creating a luminous finish that feels effortless yet refined. This look balances everyday wearability with elevated polish.
Cut
Long layers throughout for body and natural movement
Textured, feathered ends that cascade smoothly and reflect light
Softly angled face-framing pieces to complement the profile
Color
Base: Deep Level 5 brunette
Highlights: Fine Level 7 caramel ribbons placed in mid-lengths and ends
Effect: Mimics sunlight brightening the hair, adding glow and dimension while maintaining depth
Toner
Level 7 GB (Golden Beige): Enhances warmth and radiance for a golden caramel finish
Level 7 NB (Natural Brown): Creates a subtler, neutral blend for seamless transition into the base
Pro Tip
When consulting your colorist, say:
“I’d like a Level 5 brunette with caramel highlights focused on the mid-lengths and ends, finished with a Golden Beige toner for warmth—or Natural Brown for a more neutral finish.”
Wall Street Money Piece
Style
A bold, high-contrast blonde with striking face-framing highlights that deliver instant brightness around the hairline. The lighter front pieces melt seamlessly into a softer ombré through the mid-lengths and ends, styled with polished waves to showcase movement and dimension.
Cut
Long layers with a softly texturized finish
Face-framing sections designed to spotlight the bright blonde money piece
Blends naturally into longer lengths for balance and flow
Color
Base: Level 6 brunette
Highlights: Bold Level 9 blonde money piece with balayage ombré through the mid-lengths and ends
Effect: Brightens the face while maintaining sophistication and depth at the root
Toner
Level 9 N (Neutral): Creates a soft, luminous blonde glow
Level 9 V (Violet): Delivers an icy, striking finish while keeping the blonde clean and cool
Pro Tip
When speaking with your colorist, say:
“I’d like The Wall Street Money Piece — a bold Level 9 blonde in the front that melts into a Level 6 brunette base, finished with Neutral for softness or Violet for a cooler effect.”
Upper West Side Golden Curls
Style
Full, defined curls with a radiant golden finish. The look has natural bounce and vitality, paired with a luminous glow that feels polished, confident, and timeless. This is textured hair elevated with a chic, Manhattan-inspired touch.
Cut
Layers shaped throughout to preserve volume while enhancing balance and movement
Rounded silhouette keeps the overall shape flattering
Layering ensures each curl springs freely without heaviness
Color
Base: Level 5 brunette
Highlights: Fine ribbons of Level 7 golden highlights painted throughout the curls
Effect: Enhances natural curl texture, mimicking sunlight for a glowing, multidimensional finish
Toner
Level 7 GB (Golden Beige): Adds a soft, caramel-like glow for refined warmth
Level 7 G (Gold): Deepens the golden tone for extra vibrancy and impact
Pro Tip
When speaking with your colorist, say:
“I’d like Upper West Side Golden Curls — a Level 5 brunette base with Level 7 golden highlights painted through the curls, finished with Golden Beige for softness or Gold for more intensity.”