For many modern girls, the name of the Rhapsody hairstyle does not mean anything at all, although many have seen and done it. And this is not surprising, because the peak of popularity of this haircut fell on such distant and at the same time recent 90s. It was “Rhapsody” that became a symbol of the looseness of women who for a long time wore braids, buns, and other “collected” hairstyles.
What are the features of the Rhapsody haircut? And for what length of hair is it suitable?
What is a hairstyle?
Rhapsody is instrumental music performed in a free, improvisational style. This musical term perfectly reflects the performance and appearance of the hairstyle described in this article.
Rhapsody haircut is also a free arrangement of hair on the head, without strict ordering, but not making hair tousled at the same time. Strands are cut off of different lengths, and short ones smoothly turn into long ones, and all this looks neat. But such a description, and the very type of haircut, gives a reminder of the cascade, which is also based on different lengths of strands.
However, the features of the Rhapsody haircut allow it to be isolated from other similar hairstyles. It is worthwhile to understand in more detail.
Distinctive features
There are several features of the female haircut "Rhapsody".
The first is that it can be created in two versions: graduated and stepwise. But no matter which option is chosen, the main condition is that the strands that are short in length overlap with longer ones.
The second is that when creating a haircut, the emphasis is on the occipital-parietal part, which manifests itself in giving a greater volume to this area. This effect is possible due to the laying of strands one on top of the other.
Thirdly, the further creation of a haircut depends on the characteristics of the client herself: the shape of the face and its individual characteristics. Various techniques can be involved: thinning, combing and parting, bangs.
Advantages of haircuts
In addition, the Rhapsody hairstyle has a number of worthy qualities:
- It is appropriate for any hair length.
- It has no age restrictions.
- Visually "throw off" a few years old ladies.
- A haircut is ideal for thin hair, as it visually gives them volume.
- Easy hair styling.
- The locks will no longer be tangled and combed badly.
- Hair will gain volume, which will greatly adorn the entire look.
Hairstyle Technique
After studying the features of the Rhapsody haircut, the technology of implementation and the stages of work are the next that is to be considered.
It will not be possible to cut your hair in the style of "Rhapsody" on your own. But salon services will not only allow you to get the desired result on a professional level, but also spend a small amount of money on it.
And yet, what is the technique for performing the presented haircut?
- First, the client is washed her hair and slightly dried hair.
- Prepared hair is divided into several zones, each of which will be formed in its own way. There are 4 such zones: temporal 2, parietal and occipital. This division is carried out by parting: vertical (division of the temporal) and horizontal (division of the parietal and occipital).
- The next step is to determine the main hair length, from which the rest of the hairstyle will move. In the middle of the parietal zone, a strand of hair is separated and shortened by about 6 cm. Thus, an approximate strand is formed.
- Next, each new strand is separated from the bulk of the hair with an arched parting and cut it, focusing on the strand control.
- The basic rule is that each subsequent lock should be longer than the previous one. This is the method of graduating hair. There can be several strands of this kind.
- Next, proceed to the edging, given the shape of the face. So, for the oval type, any type of edging can be selected, but for the square type, a smooth edging of the haircut will be ideal, without sharp transitions and corners.
- After the client is determined with the presence of a bang. If the choice is made in favor of her presence, then, based on the type of face, the master cuts the bangs: straight, oblique, lacerated, etc.
- And in conclusion, they do the trimming, thinning of the strands in order to give more volume, and they put the resulting Rhapsody hairstyle.
Haircut "Rhapsody" on medium hair
It is on the average length of the hair that the Rhapsody looks better than even on long strands. This is especially the most successful haircut for owners of thin hair. The hairstyle will turn out to be voluminous, modern and will not cause problems with styling.
The volume reinforced at the crown visually “fluffs” the hair, and it will be possible to refuse daily styling, which will not negatively affect the appearance. But if you still go without styling - not your option, then every day you can create a new image. Namely:
- Leave your hair loose.
- Collect them in a "business" bunch.
- Screw small curls.
- Add extra volume with a hairdryer and brush, twisting the ends of the hair inward.
- The usual "tail", collected high or low on the back of the head. In combination with flowing front strands, such a hairstyle is suitable for daily exits and for special occasions.
According to reviews of the Rhapsody haircut for medium hair, this is truly a Hollywood hairstyle that gives youth, sexuality and at the same time elegance. In addition, she has no age restrictions. As the owners of blonde thin hair say, the Rhapsody hairstyle for medium hair is something that will significantly transform you.
Haircut for long hair
Hairstyle "Rhapsody" on long hair also looks good. Moreover, many stylists are of the opinion that for long hair, this haircut is appropriate if their owner appreciates the style, but does not like to spend a lot of time on styling.
A feature of the Rhapsody hairstyle on long hair is that it will be possible to beautifully shape the haircut contour and at the same time maintain an enviable length of strands.
Another feature is the ability to create a haircut even on curls that are naturally curly. Thus, the strands will turn out not only to naturally “lay” on each other, but also to align them a little.
If the hair is naturally thick and heavy, then the hairstyle is performed by cutting strands in an arcuate manner, from one temple to another. This technology will allow the strands to beautifully frame the face, and they will also visually become “light”. In this case, styling can be abandoned altogether.
And another feature of "Rhapsody" on long hair is a variety of styling. Most popular with girls:
- winding large curls by means of a curling iron or curlers;
- recreation of the “wet locks” effect, which is still irrelevant in the season of 2018-2019;
- wavy strands that are easily made with a hairdryer and gel or styling foam;
- internal or external spinning of strands by means of a hair dryer.
"Rhapsody" on long hair is a good way to renew your hairstyle without disturbing the length of the hair.
Is a Rhapsody haircut possible for short hair?
"Rhapsody" on shortened hair was very popular among girls and women of all ages from 2009 to 2011 (approximately this time). In combination with highlighting, every third girl wore a haircut. Now this option has lost its former relevance, but still has not sunk into oblivion at all.
But for ladies “over 50”, “Rhapsody” on short hair is the trend of this season. Its classical performance is fashionable: cascaded clear transitions between the volumes on the top and back of the head, the strands on the front side are cut with a ladder or complemented with a bang.
For young girls, a more extravagant haircut would be preferable. That is, the principle of the classical version will remain unchanged, but the emphasis will become more pronounced and shifted: the strands are even shorter, with sharp sharp tips, and the center of the haircut is the so-called crest, cut at the crown.
In the youth version, it is worth paying special attention to the thinning, because it will not only add unusual hairstyle, but also make it even more airy.
Rhapsody in a New Way
Hairstyle "Rhapsody" in the modern "processing" looks a little different than in the traditional form. Namely:
- The main volumetric emphasis is formed not on the top of the head, but slightly lower.
- Despite the fact that the layering of the strands remains, there is no clear drop in hair length.
- If there is a bang, then it gradually passes into the total mass of hair due to the smooth lengthening of the strands.
- Finishing tips in a modernized version is not used. Preference is given to smooth, clear edges.
Multicolored strands that are fashionable this season or unusual hair colors will go well with the Rhapsody hairstyle. An original solution will be staining the ombre with unusual, but discreet colors.
In addition to ombre, the following types of staining will also be appropriate: coloring, bronding, highlighting, staining in several tones of the same color.
Variations with bangs
Hairstyle "Rhapsody" goes well with bangs, and absolutely any shape. Moreover, the “facial” strand not only transforms the haircut itself, but also allows you to additionally hide the existing imperfections of the face. But the bangs should fit the type of person:
- Any options of bangs are suitable for an oval face, since such a person is considered to be ideal.
- For a round face, it will be preferable to make an oblique bang, which visually lengthens the proportions.
- The square shape of the face is suitable for elongated and shortened side bangs, and for the rectangular - a ragged and shaped straight line.
- The long bangs of an arched shape are universal for any shape of the face.
Ways of beautiful styling "Rhapsody"
The hairstyle presented in this article is good because it is easy to style. Moreover, the styling options can be varied: for special occasions, and for daily exit.
For hair styling at home, you will need the following devices:
- hair dryer;
- foam, mousse or gel;
- large diameter brush;
- comb with rare cloves;
- ironing or curling iron;
- curlers.
Before styling, the hair must be washed and slightly dried. Well, there are a lot of ways of styling. Here are the most popular ones:
- Twisting, curling or wavy strands.
- Wrapping on curlers.
- Twist the tips in or out with a hairdryer.
- Scratching back and adding volume to short strands.
Conclusion
So cascade or "Rhapsody"? Hairstyles are actually different, although they have a lot in common. The latest haircut option will give even more ladies with short hair more femininity, youth and attractiveness.
If you want to transform, but not radically, then Rhapsody is a good and relevant choice for the 2018 season.