My Bumble and bumble Hair Transformation

Last month, while in New York City, I realized I wasn't just having a bad hair day--I just had bad hair. It was too long and heavy, which is why I resorted to a top knot 5 every morning. I needed a massive change.

Thankfully, Manhattan is the home to my favorite salon, Bumble and bumble in the Meatpacking District. I arranged for a last-minute appointment and headed to the hair oasis. This place of styling zen is truly an experience--its loft-like reception space is filled with tester bars, art books, and even a cafe. Downstairs, the salon features floor-to-ceiling windows that allow sunlight to pour in, dappling the styling stations, leather chairs, and rolling full-length mirrors.

I expressed to my stylist Eric that I wanted something drastic, and we decided that a bob would be the best route to take. After my relaxing shampoo and conditioning treatment, Eric pulled my hair back in a pony, and whipped out his shears.

Hack! Half my hair was gone! No turning back now. Surprisingly, I was very calm about it. (After all, I did the same thing 3 years ago.) I was actually excited watching Eric flip sections across my head, playing with various parts and applying Tonic Lotion and Thickening Hairspray. He then razored the rest of my hair into a signature Bumble and bumble bob, blow-drying and straightening the strands into pin-straight pieces. (Tip: When straight-ironing hair, pull it in different directions, so the hair falls more naturally.) A little bit of Grooming Creme, and I was obsessed.


The best part: I can wear my hair wavy, too. All I need is some Bb. Texture (Un) Dressing Creme and Surf Spray.

Now? Good hair days all around.