We’re still reeling over Eniko and Kevin Hart’s wedding this past weekend! The bride was absolutely stunning and we couldn’t get over her two simple, yet impactful hairstyles for the day—truly letting her gowns play centerstage while giving a real complement to her natural beauty.
“Your wedding day is by far recognized as one of life’s most important and memorable days,” said stylist to the stars Cesar Ramirez. “Therefore, being a part of the bride’s glam team is a lot of pressure. Eniko was a dream bride.” Usually brides-to-be get cold feet or panic just a bit, but Eniko was relaxed, calm, and open to Cesar’s ideas. “We quickly discussed two simple looks to pair with her two gorgeous dresses.”
Here, all the steps to recreate both of her hairstyles for the ceremony and wedding reception.
1. Starting on dry hair, Cesar applied a few small pumps of Mizani Foam Wrap to build volume at the roots.
2. Next, Cesar used a One Styling blow dryer and finger combed to create body and movement all over, while drying the Mizani Foam Wrap he previously applied. This created a nice and natural, messy texture.
3. Once dried, Cesar clipped in small wefts of Indique Pure Wavy hair which is all natural and unprocessed. After he achieved the fullness he wanted, he cut her hair into a long bob using his Karg K-Wide Shears.
4. Cesar then used a flatiron to add texture and define the wave so that the added hair blended with Eniko’s hair.
5. To finish Cesar sprayed each layer with MIZANI HRM to make sure the look lasted through the humid summer weather.
Cesar on the Reception Updo:“As a celebrity stylist, it very important to be able to work under pressure. My change over time was cut short but I was prepared and able to go into look two in 5 minutes.”
1. With the texture already set, Cesar Ramirez parted Eniko’s hair into three sections first—from front to back and then left and right.
2. He then twisted the back section into a French twist using hair pins to keep it in place.
3. Next, Cesar pinned back each side into the twist—pulling the fringe area out and while also extracting random pieces to create a messy finish.
4. Finally Cesar sealed the hair strands with Mizani HRM spray for a light hold.
Let us know if you try these gorgeous looks out for your big day or a special event to come!
She played up her pretty features with a poppin’ pixie. Smokin’!
Her classic halter silk bodysuit features a seamless microfiber panty with a snap closure at base.
Her pants are crafted from a light-weight silk and designed with a loose silhouette, cut perfectly to accentuate one’s waist. Ideal for an easy transition from day to night.
Well push through then Keke!
If you’re up for the splurge, purchase her body suit here and pants here.
With the Olympics underway taking place in beautiful Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, all eyes are glued to television screens watching the world’s most elite athletes compete for coveted medals. But there are a few that stand above the rest, figuratively and literally when on the podium for awards. One such athlete has been on everyone’s radar, taking the gymnastics world by storm. Her name: Simone Byles.Since competing professionally in 2011, nineteen year old Simone catapulted into history by becoming the most decorated female gymnast in American history, having a combined total of nineteen Olympic and World Championship medals.In the past week, the pint-sized phenom delivered at this year’s Olympic Games, captivating onlookers and securing gold medals in the team, all-around, floor and vault exercises and received a bronze for her efforts on the balance beam. You read that right: four gold medals and a bronze in the space of a few days.And have you seen her leotards? Giving nods to the colors of the American flag and covered in dazzling Swarovski crystals, doing a double-layout punch front has never looked so resplendent. Aside from tumbling her way into the hearts of many, Simone has also landed a slew of endorsement deals with huge companies like Nike, Kellog’s, Hershey, and Procter & Gamble, propelling her way into commercial success.Her accomplishments are indicative of her fervent determination as far as the sport is concerned, but there’s so much more than winning medals. In a sport that doesn’t see a myriad of African-American women compete, it’s so important for her to be a positive representative for black girls everywhere who participate in artistic gymnastics. From Dominique Dawes in the 90’s to another decorated teammate, Gabby Douglas, Simone is the perfect person to pass this torch to.
Though all eyes are on her, it doesn’t seem like she lets any of the attention get to her head. Being a beacon of hope and inspiration for many young black girls the world over can be a bit daunting. But she’s focused, accomplished, but most of all, wears such an inviting smile and exudes so much humility.
So, join us in congratulating this week’s Woman Crush Wednesday, Simone Biles on all of her achievements, especially those at this year’s Olympics! This just goes to show how much magic there is in melanin.