Don’t call them stylists – the term is “hair entertainers.” Today a hair show with a circuit of about 10 major American cities, Hair Wars began in 1991, and originates from nightclub events put on by one DJ Hump the Grinder. Today the event features some of the most multi-layered, hyper-detailed hairstyles I’ve ever seen. From haute-couture hair architecture to silly, surreal takes on everyday objects, images from this event convey artistry, humor and kitsch, all of which constantly flow into one another.
“Hair Wars” is an annual event on tour that is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before – if your hair isn’t standing on end in excitement, it surely will be by the show! Started in 1991 by David Humphries, this competition of hairstyles is a showcase for stylists and their salons to bring their outrageous coif creations to life. Here, the stylists are truly accomplished artists using hair as a medium to create unusual, elaborate and sure-to-be-talked about masterpieces.
In 2010, “Hair Wars” celebrated its 25th anniversary with yet another touring show – since its initial inception in Detroit decades ago, each show has gotten bigger, better and wilder! A typical show might last over four hours and feature 250 hair model that strut their stuff across the runway. While they might wear elaborate costume outfits, each model is dressed in a way that helps show off the hair. From interlocked Olympic rings seemingly suspended above a model’s head to plumed Las Vegas showgirl headdresses made entirely of hair, spectators have to be wondering how its all done.
It’s basically a hair fantasy come to life! Why make a statement with just a costume or clothing when you can live larger than life with outrageous hair – we’re telling you, it’s all about the hair! If you’re interested in replicating a “Hair Wars” inspired ‘do, you’ll need to stock up on some supplies – bobby pins, lots and lots of heavy-duty hairspray, and fake hair extensions that you can twist, braid, curl and sculpt up into anything you please. Transform your locks into a Halloween costume worthy look by using spray-in color (rinses out), glitter mousse, and all types of props!
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In 2010, “Hair Wars” celebrated its 25th anniversary with yet another touring show – since its initial inception in Detroit decades ago, each show has gotten bigger, better and wilder! A typical show might last over four hours and feature 250 hair model that strut their stuff across the runway. While they might wear elaborate costume outfits, each model is dressed in a way that helps show off the hair. From interlocked Olympic rings seemingly suspended above a model’s head to plumed Las Vegas showgirl headdresses made entirely of hair, spectators have to be wondering how its all done.
Other memorable hair styles have included spider web headpiece, a football touchdown goal and helicopter hairstyle with an actual rotating propeller. Each of the styles is planned months in advance and a stylist might actually start making some of the pin in pieces weeks before the event. Prior the show, the hair artists work feverishly backstage to pin, glue and weld (just kidding) these unusual hair extensions onto the head to complement the model’s natural hair.
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