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Admire all the angles of this chic short design-created with a weave! Get all the styling how-tos for this modern glam look.


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Weave Couture

EDGY ANGULAR BOB
EAST CLEVELAND, OH

Skevah Gustave, of Beauty & More in Brooklyn, NY, created a hip asymmetric snip using sew-in hair extensions.

Weave 1 Weave 2 Weave 3

Be bold and try a fierce style like this short mane that shows off gorgeous layers curved slightly under around the asymmetric perimeter. After extensions are sewn-in, a razor comb crafts the cut’s delicate shape. Then shears are used to form amazing angles, eye-catching layers and wispy bangs. Sheen spray is applied to tresses before styling with a wire brush.

Ted Gibson

GUEST WEAVE/WIG ARTIST

Ted Gibson

Hair guru Ted Gibson has his hands in everything in the hairstyling world—from an eponymous product line to high-caliber salons throughout the country to an illustrious career styling A-list stars like Zoe Saldana and Gabrielle Union.

REAL-WEAR TIPS

If you’re looking for some key tips for styling your luxe lengths, take note of these hints from celeb hair pro Ted Gibson…

TAKE CARE OF HAIR EXTENSIONS “Go into the salon and get a regular shampoo and conditioning treatments,” advises Gibson. “Make sure you brush it on a regular basis to really take care of it. It’s important to know those little tricks!”

PROTECT YOUR HAIR “It’s important to use some type of hear protection on the hair,” explains the tress pro. “My Tame It Shine Lotion is great depending on what kind of wave you’re looking for.”

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  1. lady sarah says:

    i have grey hair-since age 15.now i am in my early sixties and want a weave strand by strand and color,plus style.i am worried about damage to my hair and how to prevent that and have healthy haie and get it growing again.
    that was a mouth full—thank you

  2. Winona says:

    I need advice fast!I’m going on a cruise & I love the water. I wear weaves, but the longer style seems to be high maintenance. I love the curly-kinky look.What kind of hairstyle looks modern & low-maintenance for a week aboard ship?

  3. tbaby says:

    I love wearing wigs and weaves. I want to get a strand by strand weave, but the only problem I believe exists is that my hair is natural.Is it even possible to get this technique done and what type of hair would you suggest? I do not want to get a relaxer at all

  4. corine says:

    I will like to know where i find the weave fire & water.

    • SBH says:

      Hi corine: The Fire & Water Indian Human Hair weave is made by Sensationnel. Check your local beauty supply store or visit Sensationnel’s Web site.

  5. Marcia Mbona says:

    How do one look after the wigs such as pony tail and have wigs

    • SBH says:

      Hey Marcia Mbona: When wearing wigs on a regular basis, it’s always good to invest in a wig head/stand to help keep your style investment in good shape. Remove the wig nightly, prep it for wear for the following day then place it on the wig stand so the wig retains its shape. As for ponytail hair pieces, the main thing is to keep it smooth and tangle free. Remove it at night, brush through lengths then lay it flat.

  6. Monaka says:

    I would like to get a straight sew in weave but clueless on what brand hair is the best because I would like to wear the hairstyle for at least 2 months with it napping up. Any suggestions?? I am also on a budget…

    • jasmine says:

      Hey Monaka…hope you don’t mind me replying to your comment. But if you want an in-expensive weave that’s Good and reliable I would suggest “Premium Too”…it’s a good quality of hair and always works best for me with good care and if you want more of a true reliable weave you can also try any brand of “Remy Saga” it’s more expensive than the Premium Too and also a better quality. Hope this Helps :)

    • jasmine says:

      and also Monaka you can also try the brand “Outre” it’s pretty good

    • SBH says:

      Hi Monaka : If you’re most concerned about the lasting power of your weave, you need to consider investing in Remy human hair. Remy hair has all the hair cuticles facing the same direction. This is why your hair won’t tangle or break unless it is chemically treated, which disrupts the natural cuticle. Hair extensions in Remy form are of the highest quality and will last longer than a synthetic weave.

  7. Leslie says:

    I will be the most Fierce! Fabulous 40 year old black woman in my or my husband’s family come October 20th of this year! This also happens to be our 9yr wedding anniversary and I would like some mature yet slammin sexy ideas for hairstyles, befitting a lady of my,..ahem…experience…
    I’ve always relaxed and/or weaved my hair…Braiding damaged the hairline a while back and I’ve been trying to come up with styles that would camouflage that as well. Oh yeah!…I love long or shoulder length hair,..My yummy, hubby likes the curly afro look, on me that is,…;-/ I know kinda nutty,…

    • SBH says:

      We know you’ve got it goin’ on Leslie! Choose a hairstyle that gives your hairline the least amount of stress. Try a soft, tousled ponytail. That style is hot right now. Keep your hair in its Natural state and give the hairline a chance to recuperate. Wrap your hair in a silk scarf at night to minimize movement, oil the scalp periodically and remember to condition. Once you see an improvement, you can get another weave. However, make sure the hairline is loose and the braiding is not too tight. Also, do not incorporate synthetic hair into the hairline braids.

  8. sonya says:

    thank youy…

    • SBH says:

      Hi Sonya: Thanks for your interest in SBH’s Weave Couture…which you’re enjoying right now in this Web section! If you want a terrific selection of weave coif designs, please don’t miss the August issue of SBH (the one with Rihanna on the cover).

  9. sonya says:

    was read about and want to give it a try on my on heard

  10. sonya says:

    just would like to know about weave couture please

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