Oribe's top educator Tom Gallagar paid us an inspiring visit in which he taught us Oribe's take on the Classic Bob. Always conscious of Sassoon's legacy, Oribe's approach is all about clean lines and beautiful perspectives. Thank you for giving us your time, your skill, and your heart, Tom! Check out the Pics here! |
Darrin Plesh, one of Cartier's regional trainers, was kind enough to take a few hours out of his travel schedule to give us a seminar on customer service.
Mr. Plesh analyzed every step of the interaction between our staff and clients then helped us improve each facet of the process. While we were just hoping his style would rub off on us a bit, the notes he gave us were full of powerful insights. We are sincerely grateful to him for this truly unique educational experience.
Clients are often sent to us in need of color correction. In these situations the only constant is a worried client. For the colorist, the first job is to build confidence through communication. It is a crucial step because the task of color correction is often arduous and no two corrections are ever alike.
By the time we see the hair it usually has a long history. It may have passed through the hands of several artists, each with their own vision, technique, and chemistry. Sometimes the structure is sound and the color can be enhanced to satisfaction, other times the entire composition must be reworked. If the hair is fragile, this is done slowly and can take three sessions or more to correct. The most important thing is to maintain the integrity of the hair; without a healthy canvas the colorist’s art remains on the shelf.
Once the history and state of the hair has been assessed the collaboration begins. The client and colorist envision the goal of the process together. If the process is complex the colorist must help the client understand the milestones and what they, literally, look like. At the end, when the color is right, the client’s confidence is also restored.
More often than not, color corrective situations result from miscommunication. Here’s some advice on how to avoid them altogether! When changing color or choosing a new colorist, be sure to come prepared with as many images as possible. When you book the appointment tell the receptionist that you will be making a change and will need additional time for a consultation. Most importantly, if you don’t feel your colorist understands what you want, speak up. |
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Technique based on knowledge, knowledge enhanced by collaboration, that is our philosophy and, we're proud to say, the reality. We invest heavily in artists with talent and integrity. Our stylists travel in teams to New York's Bumble and bumble University, Oribe's Backstage Runway Training, hold monthly workshops in the salon, and work together daily to achieve the best results possible for our clients.
Unless they meet our high education and experience requirements, new artists that join the Kendall & Kendall team have to complete 2 years of apprenticeship, refining their technique and building confidence, before they earn a chair. We endeavor to create an environment that builds knowledge, creativity, and trust.
The synergy between our artists and clients is the result of passionate training and a commitment to personal customer service (all the models on our site are Kendall & Kendall clients). Call 407.629.2299 for an appointment and be a part of something extraordinary.
Crossing the art of hairdressing with high fashion and fine art, Oribe creates looks that make your heart beat faster. As the unabashed master of styling beautiful hair, Oribe stands alone. His creativity and ingenuity are behind many of the iconic photo sessions of our time. From Christy Turlington to Heidi Klum--Sarah Jessica Parker to Kate Winslet--Kate Moss to Gisele--simply put, Oribe makes you fall in love.
Oribe’s new line, in character with the man himself, leaves the rules behind. Working with Daniel Kaner, one of the geniuses behind the Bumble line, Oribe transcended convention to create a new tier of hair care products. In an industry first, Oribe merged artistry with science in a Swiss skin care lab and delivered a full palette of styling products with a weightless, sheer quality. The result is unmatched hold and separation with luxurious body.
Each product in the line is uniquely crafted to its purpose. The ultra-gentle surfactant in the shampoo was chosen because it works above the hair shaft to cleanse what has collected on the hair, avoiding the internal oils below the surface. The scent for the line was commissioned to Givaudan, the French fragrance house responsible for perfumes by Tom Ford, Versace, and Yves St. Laurent among others. In another industry first, the elegant fragrance Cote d'Azur was created for the Oribe line.
Kendall & Kendall is proud to have been selected as the first salon in Florida, outside of Oribe's Miami salon, to carry the line. Oribe's approach is that hair should be beautiful; a philosophy at our core. Oribe also brings with it incredible opportunities for education. We already have an in-house session planned the elite educator Tom Gallagher. Expect great things!
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Throughout the year our stylists fly to New York to study with the best at Bumble and bumble University and Oribe. They also actively seek inspiration and education on their own, which is supported and encouraged. Over the years we've built an impressive resume, here are a few highlights:
Beth Minardi - Along with several intensive color classes, Kendall was fortunate enough to shadow Beth for a day in her New York Salon
Oribe's Tom Gallagher: Advanced Cutting
Bb. University: Design Studio I
Bb. University: Design Studio II
Bb. University: Immersion I
*See our Artists section and learn what our stylists have been up to lately! |
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Current Events
04/11 - Oribe visits K & K for hands-on new product training
03/11 - Lisa takes Advanced Style class @ Bb. Live
03/11 - Bethany and Kendall take business class @ Bb. Live
02/11 - Bumble's Bb. Advanced Education cetner opens in Orlando
05/10 - Complex Color - In-House with Kendall
03/10 - Runway Style - BbU's Andrea from NYC
02/10 - Lauren and Cindy at BbU in NYC!
11/09 - color theory class - Lauren Rieck
10/09 - Bumble Product Education - In-House
10/09 - Apprentice Workshop - In-House
9/09 - Apprentice Workshop - In-House
8/09 - Backstage with Oribe - New York, NY
6/09 - color correction class - Lauren Rieck
6/09 - body blowout class - Simone Gault
5/09 - Oribe's Tom Gallagher - master cut, Oribe product knowledge |
Oribe's Latest
10/11 - V Magazine Oribe Joan Smalls Spread
Vanity Fair - The Hollywood Portfolio, March 2011
Vogue - Anne Hathaway, November 2010
Armani Spring Collection 2011 - Milan Fashion Week
V67 - New York!, Fall 2010
Marie Clair VIDEO - Oribe Volume!
Vogue Cover - Cameron Diaz, July 2010
Vogue Cover - Cameron Diaz, July 2010
GQ Cover - Taylor Lautner, June 2010
Vogue Cover - Blake Lively, June 2010
Tony Awards - Scarlett Johansson Updo, June 2010
Barbie 50th Anniversary with Chrome Hearts
Mango 2010 Spring/Summer Collection featuring Scarlett Johansson
Penelope Cruz' Updo 2010 Oscar's
Vogue, Jessica Biel Cover, Feb. 2010
Michael Kors Resort 2010 Ad Campaign
Featuring: Carmen Kass
Vman, Nick Jonas Cover, Spring 2010
Armani's Prive Show, Spring 2010
Versace Spring/Summer 2010 Ad Campaign
Penelope Cruz, 2010 Golden Globes
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