Hair Extensions | A Beginners Bible
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Confused about hair? Unsure of the various many different types of hair there is out there. Haven’t got a clue as to where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve been there and can totally empathise with you! We understand that searching for the right hair can be a daunting experience but, fear not, our quick 5 minutes of 'Everything hair’ should alleviate the stress. We promise to have you fully up to speed on the need to know when it comes to hair and extensions.
Winter In Coming
It’s hard to believe that the UK summer season is coming to an end and boy didn’t that go fast? Autumn is standing right outside the front door and, do you know what? I think will let her right in. So what looks can we expect to see this season?
Top 3 Summer Looks This Weekend
The weekend’s finally here and with the weather blazing over the next two days, it’s set to be a...
Get The Love Island Look
The girls – who include 'fashion blogger' Kaz, 'waitress/marketing student' Liberty, 'lettings manager' Faye, 'model' Shannon, and 'operations lead for the UK Department of Transport working on EU exit policy' Sharon – all made their entrance this week to the joy of viewers everywhere, clad in luxury extensions and glam outfits.
Top Five Restaurants to go Post-Lockdown
Finally, after months of waiting, restaurants are finally opening again! From May 17th we’ll be able to go back to gossiping with girlfriends, flirting with first-dates, or simply enjoying a freshly made cocktail and fine dining. It’s safe to say all of us have been looking forward to our freedom! With late-night restaurants a thing again, that not only means pornstar martinis and cute outfits, but best of all showing off your post-lockdown glow on the gram.
Top UK Female Rappers Up Their Hair Game
Hair has always been a focal point for women in hip-hop; whether it’s icons like Lil Kim creating a legacy with her coloured wigs, (looks that have been copied for decades, now – notably by Beyoncé for Halloween in 2017), or Nicki Minaj rapping about how she “Got Malaysian, got that yaki, that wavy Brazilian” (Flawless, 2014) and going viral for her 40-inch tresses. Whether it’s for creative expression, or simply a status symbol, rappers have used wigs, braids and natural hair to convey meaning and create colourful characters for themselves.
The Post-Lockdown Lookbook | Outfits, Restaurants and Hairstyles
Though the rules have slowly eased, we’re still very much in a nationwide lockdown. With the announcement of lockdown easing in April, however, there’s hope in sight! You’ve probably been busy planning brunches, parties and festivals – we don’t blame you girl! All these new plans will definitely mean new outfits, and so we’ve built a post-lockdown lookbook for you to celebrate the roaring 20s in style! From brunch looks to wedding styles, read on for five affordable outfits you can pair with plsLONDON hair this summer.
Top 5 Spring Trends and CosxSlay Giveaway
With spring around the corner and lockdown set to ease over the next few months in the UK, there’s so much to look forward to, from longer days and warmer nights, to the return of sun, brunches and cocktails! Now is the time to prep and get ready to do the most for summer 2021. So, do that Chloe Ting workout, fill your wardrobe with the latest trends and, most importantly, buy that plsLONDON wig so you can come out of in lockdown in style!
The CosXSlay Line | Anime Looks at plsLONDON
January blues? Don’t worry, we’ve got you! Our new product releases are bound to cheer you up. Freedom, confidence and choice is our ethos here at plsLONDON, so we wanted to create a wide range of bold and fresh colours to reflect that. In a time where most of us are dressing up with nowhere to go, we know how important it is to switch up your looks and keep up to date with the latest trends. Our new extensive range is just that; with five new products and a diverse shade-range, you’re bound to find the perfect fit!
The Anime Inspiration Behind Celebrity Wigs
Whether you’re an Anime fan or simply love brightly coloured hair, you can’t deny that Anime has inspired and has had a huge impact on crazy colours becoming more mainstream. As we’re seeing pastel and neon wigs becoming more popular because of celebrity exposure, it’s important to note where that inspiration is actually coming from.
The Best Hair Trends for 2021
Let’s be honest, we’re all looking forward to this year drawing to a close (We won’t miss you 2020). It’s all about moving forward, not just on to A New Year, but onto a new and improved you. And what’s the best way to celebrate a new beginning? A new look, of course! At plsLONDON we know how much a new hairstyle can be immediately uplifting, giving you a well-deserved instant glow up.
And that’s exactly why we’ve compiled our Top 5 Hair Trends for 2021, to showcase new and upcoming trends, from colours to haircuts. So, keep scrolling and make sure to check out our hair range to get the look!
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
Just like you, we’re bursting at the seams to show off our new looks as we part ways from the cocoon of lockdown and all turn into beautiful butterflies.
Here are our Top 5 GLAM Christmas looks to ensure you’re fully locked and loaded this season.
DIY HAIRSTYLES AT HOME | Lets Get Creative
Yes, it's that time again. Another period of the dreaded lockdown!
This time, the UK government has ordered a mandatory lockdown to everyone residing in England for a period of 4 weeks which will be reviewed on December 2nd. Whilst this can be a eyes roll back to head a moment, it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. Besides, plsLONDON was setup during the first lockdown period back in April of this year. During this period, we all learned how to cope with our hair without our stylists. We began to get creative at home.
This time, the UK government has ordered a mandatory lockdown to everyone residing in England for a period of 4 weeks which will be reviewed on December 2nd. Whilst this can be a eyes roll back to head a moment, it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. Besides, plsLONDON was setup during the first lockdown period back in April of this year. During this period, we all learned how to cope with our hair without our stylists. We began to get creative at home.
NEW SEASON, NEW ‘DO: BEST AUTUMN HAIRSTYLES
50 shades of Red
From Ariel inspired luscious fiery locks to warm copper tones, this autumn is all about the reds. What is undeniably great is that with so many different tones, there’s a perfect red hue for everyone. If you’re not ready to go all in just yet, consider adding some depth with auburn highlights while still maintaining your current hair color, or pull off a KKW with the help of our new the fall line.
World Afro Day: Change The Facts, Not The Fro
For as long as we can remember straight and long cascading locks have been considered the epitome of beauty and success. In desire first and foremost to blend in and fit the very narrow standards of what’s considered desirable, women around the world have been straightening their curls or wearing wigs. Bias against afro hair had been present in our society for decades, with black and mixed-race men and women being pressured into styling their hair in a way that is considered more presentable and put together than their natural afro.
HOW THE WIG GOT SO BIG: NOW IS THE BEST TIME TO GIVE HAIR EXTENSIONS A TRY
Hair extensions have come a long way since introduced to society by Egyptians. The innovation in the field has created a variety of products that are not just high-quality and more durable but more convenient and comfortable to wear, boosting the hair extensions market growth. And while donating hair is a common practice over the last few centuries, the increasing demand is forcing suppliers to source more human hair, or find (synthetic) alternatives.
All You Need to Know | Heated Styling Tools On Hair Extensions
Styling your new hair extensions for the first time can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you’ve had lots of lengths added. Investing in high-quality hair styling tools is worth it even if all you’re styling is your own hair, but especially important with hair extensions. Taking care of your new luscious locks will make your hair extensions last longer so make sure you’re blowing, waving, and curling with the best of them!