Reality TV star Taylor Hastings embarked on a journey to mark her milestones, finding lasting love, getting married, and stepping into a new life chapter. She decided to go blonde, a bold move that reflected her transformation and identity.
From Brown to Blonde: Hastings’ Hair Journey
Taylor Hastings had been maintaining her light brown hair with balayage for over five years. However, she felt ready for a change, something that would symbolize her new phase in life and love. •
- She had been attached to her hair since she was young, having grown up with an in-house stylist.
- Her mom was a cosmetologist, and Hastings even won Best Hair in her graduating class.
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To guide her through the transformation was Schwarzkopf colorist and stylist Josie Vilay. Vilay used Schwarzkopf BLONDME Premium Lightener 9+, a unique professional product that can lighten hair up to nine levels while maintaining its strength and elasticity.
| Product Used | Description |
|---|---|
| Schwarzkopf BLONDME Premium Lightener 9+ | A unique professional product that can lighten hair up to nine levels while maintaining its strength and elasticity. |
| Integrated Anti-Metal Bond Technology | Enforces bonds within the hair fiber when used with BLONDME Premium Developer, minimizing breakage. |
The duo decided to keep Hastings’ transformation bold but not too drastic, stopping short of an icy blonde. Vilay applied Schwarzkopf IGORA VIBRANCE, a state-of-the-art demi-permanent color that delivers multi-tonal results and vibrant shine. “Josie really took the reins creatively,” Hastings says. “As an experienced pro, she understood the realities of our time constraints and the importance of preserving the health of my hair. I’d say we got pretty close to ice blonde.”
Key Takeaways
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- The use of Schwarzkopf BLONDME Premium Lightener 9+ and Schwarzkopf IGORA VIBRANCE helped maintain the health and integrity of Hastings’ hair during the transformation.
- Working with a professional colorist like Josie Vilay is crucial for a successful blonde transformation.
- Patience is key when it comes to achieving a bold hair transformation, as it ensures the best results.
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After the transformation, Hastings felt confident and refreshed. “I walked out of the salon feeling like a brand-new version of myself—fresh, bold, and totally transformed,” she says. Her husband’s reaction was also telling, with his mouth dropping open in amazement.
A New Chapter
Hastings and her husband are navigating life in the public eye, attending events, and building a new home together. She is eager to start this new chapter with her new blonde look, feeling ready to take on the world. “Steping into this new chapter after our wedding felt like the perfect moment to go for it,” Hastings says. “This is by far the biggest hair change I’ve ever made. My hair has always been such a big part of my identity, so it only felt right to mark this next phase with something just as significant.”
She credits her husband for being supportive and understanding, saying, “I think he was surprised by my boldness but was really happy to see me feeling confident and excited about this new chapter.”
Looking to the Future
As Hastings embarks on this new chapter, she is excited to see where life takes her. With her new blonde look, she feels ready to take on the world and make her mark. “I’m not sure what the future holds, but I know I’m ready for whatever comes next,” Hastings says. “I’m excited to share this new chapter with my husband and to see where life takes us.”
Conclusion
Taylor Hastings’ journey from brown to blonde is a testament to her transformation and identity. With the help of Schwarzkopf colorist and stylist Josie Vilay, she achieved a bold and beautiful blonde look that reflects her new phase in life and love. As she embarks on this new chapter, Hastings feels confident, refreshed, and ready to take on the world.
