Aristocratic looks from the stars of downton abbey
Published
10th Sep 2012
by rachael
As a new series of Downton Abbey starts on ITV, we take a look at the real-life styles of the show's leading ladies.And while your clients may not be so interested in recreating their period hairstyles, the female leads in the show are set to go stellar as the most-anticipated drama of recent years returns to the small screen.
Here we take a look at the show's leading ladies and rate their off-screen looks...
Elizabeth McGovern
"Elizabeth has opted for soft, vintage-style curls pulled away from her face. Given the length of her hair, I think it would look great with a few added wefts for both length and volume. The parting, starting from the arch of the eyebrow, works well, but I would loosen the hair from
behind the ears to give a softer, more romantic feel. The hairline should also have a more polished finish."
Paul Ferguson, Hooker & Young, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Laura Carmichael
"This classic bob is the perfect style for oval and heart-shaped faces, but in my opinion it doesn't show off Laura's amazing cheekbones. While this is a really commercial and low-maintenance look that is perfect for the high street, I'd love to take her colour deeper and warmer, really bringing out the copper tones - her current shade makes her look a little pale. I'd also cut the length shorter to reveal her enviable jawline."
Kelly Scott, Strands Hairdressing, Hill Head, Fareham, Hampshire
Jessica Brown-Findlay
"Jessica has such a delicate and elegant bone structure that she has plenty of options for how to wear her hair. Styling is ultimately the key to her look and in this case a less roughly-dried finish would have been a better option - or indeed up-styling, which would really work for her look. As far as the brunette shade is concerned, it matches the key elements of her natural characteristics perfectly."
Christian Croce, The Private Space, West Hampstead, London
Michelle Dockery
"The very subtle highlights in Michelle's hair soften her look and help to give a youthful glow to her complexion. The dishevelled layers and textured lengths help her break away from her role as Lady Mary Crawley and create a softer, more girl-next-door image."
Freddie Cunliffe, Freddie's Salon, Rawtenstall, Lancashire
