too, for that matter). No longer the preserve of the
bus pass brigade, silver locks are officially cool and
not just for those carrying the Y chromosome; the
fairer sex have finally got in on the act as grey finally
becomes socially acceptable (if it's good enough for
Kate Middleton...).
Ok, we admit, Kate Middleton's delicate silvery
strands may not have been a conscious fashion
statement, but it does show a more relaxed attitude
to what used to be one of beauty's biggest pariahs.
As a new mother there are more important things to
worry about than a date with the dye, and we would
wholeheartedly agree, but missed cover-ups aside,
it's a trend that has been on the cards now for a
couple of years.
Jean Paul Gaultier started it a few seasons ago,
with his ode to the granny rinse, when he sent his
models out in grey wigs - and it's been steadily
gathering momentum ever since. Demonstrated by
fashion's current love affair with models such as
Kristen McMenamy, whose trademark tresses have
been flaunted down every runway.
They say it takes three for a trend, so the minute we
spotted several fashionistas during fashion week
with copycat hues (all under the age of 35 - we're
pleased to note), we knew it was a keeper.
Think of it as an evolution of the pastel. The key is
the cool hint of blue/grey (achieved using a toner)
which overlays a super-light base.
It may not be for everyone but we're seriously
thinking of exploring our own 50 shades of grey.
But, if grey hair isn't your thing, a new pill has been
developed to stop you going grey. Worth knowing.
Need some hair inspiration for the festive season?
We've found loads of gorgeous party hairstyles.
