Has there ever been a better way to celebrate healthy hair than with delicious ice cream? We surely don’t think so.
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But CurlFest was more than just about the hair; it curated incredible activations and featured inspiring panelists that left us feeling empowered and motivated. Engaging discussions, thought-provoking conversations, and a profound sense of community warmed our hearts. These sessions imparted valuable knowledge and perspectives, emphasizing the strength of unity in celebrating our natural beauty.
Let’s not overlook the main stage–the DJs had the entire park on its toes with their incredible mixes and infectious beats. The vibes were unreal, prompting us to dance our hearts out. The music amplified the energy, keeping the party alive all day.
CurlFest went above and beyond expectations this year, and we were thrilled to be part of such a phenomenal event. It truly highlighted the beauty, creativity, and diversity within the natural hair community. Anticipation is already building for next year’s CurlFest, and we can’t wait for the incredible moments it will undoubtedly bring!
Celebrity Hairstylist Ruslan Nureev and Friends Celebrate the Launch of “Lev”
On July 15, Celebrity Hairstylist Ruslan Nureev celebrated the launch of his new hair extension line, “Lev.” This poolside event occurred in the glamorous Hollywood Hills. Celebrities attended the event and supported Nureev’s line.
Livia Pillmann, Lily Benardout, Chanel Stewart, Madison Brodsky, and Caitlin Lawson posed for pictures by the pool. Bailey Clark, Hoda Elkoussa, Yi Zhou, Caitlin Lawson, and Ella Udu danced to high-energy music. Guests also enjoyed the event’s cocktails and food.
Hailey Barnett, Megan Moilanen, and Zey Besaran drank Hollywood Vodka cocktails. Hannah Linderman, Oliver Trevana, and Ann-Katherine Rudel enjoyed El Cristiano ultra-premium tequila. Sergio Farias, Kailyn Shepherd, Rose Rosenfeld, Zoe Sellars, Laken Romine, and Georgia Ball ate delicious food, provided by Pizza Girl.
Guest chef and Pizza Girl founder Caroline D’Amore made a stunning appearance. The event featured cold Essentia water and Caliwater cactus water. The party celebrated Nureev’s accomplishments as a hairstylist as well.
He learned from top artists like Jennifer Yepez, Harry Josh, and Chris Appleton. For the last sixteen years, Nureev has styled hair. He created gorgeous red-carpet looks for celebrities such as Eiza Gonzalez, Hailee Steinfeld, and Dixie D’Amelio. He has worked with many models, including Josephine Skriver, Romee Strijd, and Jasmine Tookes.
Other big-name clients include Kim Kardashian, Bella Hadid, Jessica Alba, Priyanka Chopra, Shanina Shaik, Elsa Hosk, and Alessandra Ambrosio. Nureev expands his brand with the launch of “Lev.” The line comes in a variety of hair colors.
The extension set consists of nine clip-in pieces. With help from partner Merria Dearman, Nureev designed the hair in eight beautiful colors. Consists of ethically sourced and produced hair extensions.
Nureev treated this aspect with utmost importance. He properly compensated the woman who gave him the hair. He said, “This line differs completely from any other hair collection in the market, as all the hair is ethically sourced and produced in Bali, Indonesia.” He spoke about his goals as well.
Nureev said, “This has been a passion project of mine for the last three years, and I really hope to change the industry standards for the better.”
He connected his line to his Russian heritage. “Lev” means “lion and heart” in Ukraine. Also, it means “lion” in Russian.
Behind The Scenes: How Odile Gilbert and Jonathan Simkhai Achieved Their Show-stopping Hairstyles on the Runway This NYFW with TRESemmé
This NYFW was all about fluidity, and the sleek runway hairstyles showcased the versatility of all that hair can become. For Jonathan Simkhai, fluidity played many parts in the intricate aspects of both his runway designs, and the styling that takes place behind the scenes. Backstage, hairstylist Odile Gilbert worked to create two incredible styles with the help of TRESemmé. For Rodarte, Odile created The Gothic Fairy; and for Jonathan Simkhai, she created The Sleek Side Part.
Not Your Mother’s Launches Luxe New Looks with New Products and Old Favorites at Premiere NYC Event
Not Your Mother’s just celebrated the launch of their newest innovations with a private VIP styling appointment at Dop Dop Salon in Manhattan.
On Saturday, June 25th, Founder and CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products, Jesseca Harris-Dupart, accomplished an industry first by setting the Guinness World Record title for the largest donation of haircare products in 24 hours.
The brand collaborated with Harlem Pride during their 13th annual Celebration Day, alongside prominent guests including Mayor Eric Adams, to unveil this incredible activation on stage to a crowd of more than 20,000 attendees from across the country.
Prior to the celebration, we had an opportunity to speak with Jessica Harris-Dupart about how Kaleidoscope Hair Products came to be and its continued growth in the hair care space.
The Knockturnal: As the first black, openly gay founder in the multicultural hair space — How do you think your identity has influenced the impact you’ve made in this space?
Jesseca Harris- Dupart: It’s not like I went into this like “Hey, let me be the first!” I have just been very transparent about who I am and I hope my journey and my life can show everybody that they can do anything. You don’t have to stay within the guidelines of what people try to make you. Whoever you are, whoever you love, whatever you do, you can be successful.
The Knockturnal: What motivated your desire to enter the hair care space?
Jesseca Harris- Dupart: I was a hairstylist for over 20 years and one of my clients cheated on me and went to another hairstylist. She ended up having a bald spot in the center of her head from a ponytail install and bobby pins. It made me want to find a solution; I wanted to be able to fix this. From then on, I started exploring what that would look like. I started speaking to chemists and I never expected it to be from behind a chair, I never expected to retire. God just had a different story for me.
The Knockturnal: What are 2 of your best selling products from the Kaleidoscope Hair Product line?
Jesseca Harris- Dupart: Currently, it would be the Original Miracle Drops which is a light hair treatment and the Pecan Pie Growth Booster Oil. Both products are our top growth boosting agents.
After declaring the Guinness World Record title, Jesseca and leaders from Harlem Pride spoke to the impact this donation will have in the community, followed by a surprise performance from Jesseca’s new wife, Atlanta hip-hop legend Da Brat.