NORTHERN EXPOSURE

By Stephen Puddisterfrom models and musicians to actors and actresses, Canada has no shortage of talented celebrities. How they wear their hair—their cut, colour, texture and styling—can have a huge influence on their public appeal and, as a result, on their careers. We asked some wellknown hairstylists and their teams to comment on some of our biggest and brightest celebs. Here’s what they said.

Avril Lavigne

Lavigne’s hair took her from tomboy to trendsetter

“Over the past couple of years Avril Lavigne’s look has undergone a dramatic transition from pop punk princess to a stunning, mature young woman. Early on in her musical career she revealed a natural look, but has since transformed into a trendsetter with her latest choice of colour and style, which is soft, romantic and ultra-feminine.” —The team from Ricci Hair Co, Edmonton

“What can I say about Avril? We watched her grow up from sk8ter girl to a gorgeous bride and hugely talented young singer/songwriter with the wave of a colour brush.” —Bill Rowley, Philosophy, Toronto

Linda Evangelista

Evangelista’s versatility helped catapult her to supermodel status

“The year was 1982. At a hair show in Niagara Falls, New York, Linda Evangelista was one of my cutting models. We got the models from an agency in St. Catharines, Ontario, and drove them across the border. I cut her long hair off into a bob and she cried! I think it is funny that she has since gone on to run the gamut with cut and colour. Bravo, Linda!”

Jessica Stam

Stam’s latest look is a golden blonde bob

“Supermodel Jessica Stam’s style started out looking very plain and cookie-cutter, but her colour change to striking red allowed her beauty to be exposed. Her extraordinary fiery hair brightened her eyes and gave her skin a porcelain-like appearance, showcasing her true exquisiteness.”

—Team Ricci

“The red was amazing for Jessica, but she looks pretty hot as a blonde, too.”

— John Steinberg

“Jessica proves all young girls should be fearless. Maybe not all girls who colour their hair bright red will appear on the cover of Italian Vogue, but it’s worth a shot if you ask me.”

—Bill Rowley

Molly Parker

Parker can be seen in the movie Hollywoodland

“Lovely brunette locks and soft waves have helped this top actress look the part. Her hair is as versatile as she is and sets off her lovely doe eyes and supple features.” —Team Ricci

“Some are better known for their hair than their talent. Not Molly Parker—she’s a chameleon. She uses her hair to help her establish a character. Red, dark or blond Molly’s hair is a beautiful accessory to an incredible talent.” —Bill Rowley

Nelly Furtado

Furtado’s most recent album is titled Loose “Nelly Furtado gets my vote for sticking to great colour that suits her. Maybe we should give her the top brunette promotion award… such an inspiration for women who love brown locks.” —John Steinberg

“Since giving birth to her first child, Nelly has undergone an entire style makeover, from youthful to elegantly mature, with a softer look full of curls and chic layers. Nelly has stayed true to her brunette roots, proving that brown hair can be dynamic, yet as soft and amorous as a blonde.”

—Team Ricci S