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"The number-one request from guests is layers, then a trim, and then a bob— but the shag is inspiring the bob now and is sure to rob it of all the glory," says Sam Villa, co-founder and chief creative officer of Sam Villa and global artistic ambassador for Redken, who devoted an hour to cutting a Brigitte Bardot-inspired shag in a recent class. "The past is where we learn, the present is where we apply it," Villa adds. "The timeless, effortlessly layered volume and fringe of this Bardot-inspired shag is the perfect example of how technique can deliver a modern style rooted in a past trend that's full of the big volume and soft lived-in layers women want today.". This shag is retro yet relevant, with modern gentle edges and multi- layered disconnection . . . like a bob on a shag. Concealed short and long undercut layers work together to create a hidden secret that allows moldable volume to be bold and strong—or soft and seductive. "The key here is controlling texture by not texturizing your guest's hair every time they come in for a cut. Instead, add variance by point-cutting at every other appointment," adds Villa. "These techniques allow a seasoned stylist to spend less time cutting, and possibly add more guests to their day. Novice stylists can adapt disconnection skills to create texture and volume in any style." STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Pre-section: Section five different areas. Note the profile view—side, top horseshoe section, center back, and nape. Note the curved nape section in back view. Step 1: Elevate the entire curved nape section at a 90-degree vertical angle with your hand up against the head to ensure proper elevation. Cut a horizontal 90-degree finger angle with no over-direction with a Sam Villa Signature Series 7-inch Dry Cutting Shear. 50 indie stylist Volume 2 Issue 4