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 the popularity of this haircut fell on such a distant and at the same time recent 90s. It was "Rhapsody" that became a symbol of the looseness of women who wore braids, buns and other "collected" hairstyles for a long time.
What are the features of the Rhapsody haircut? And what length of hair is it suitable for?
What is a hairstyle?
Rhapsody - 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 order, but not doingthis hair is disheveled. The strands are cut to different lengths, and the short ones smoothly turn into long ones, and it all 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 distinguished from other similar hairstyles. Worth a closer look.
Distinguishing Features
Features of the women's haircut "Rhapsody" are several.
The first is that it can be created in two versions: graduated and stepped. But whichever option is chosen, the main condition is that strands that are short in length overlap with longer ones.
The second thing is that when creating a haircut, the emphasis is on the occipito-parietal part, which manifests itself in giving more volume to this zone. This effect is possible due to the overlay 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.
Pros of a haircut
Besides this, the "Rhapsody" hairstyle has a number of worthy qualities:
- It is appropriate for any hair length.
- No age limit.
- Visually "throws off" a few years for ladies aged.
- The haircut is ideal for thin hair, as it visually gives them volume.
- Easy hair styling.
- The strands will no longer be tangled and comb badly.
- Hair will gain volume, which will greatly decorate the whole image.
Hairstyle technique
After studying the features of the Rhapsody haircut, the execution technology and work steps are the next thing to be considered.
You can't cut your hair in the Rhapsody style on your own. But salon services will allow you not only to get the desired result at a professional level, but also to spend a small amount of money on it.
And yet, what is the technique for performing the haircut presented?
- First, the client has her hair washed and her hair slightly dried.
- 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. Such a division is carried out by parting: vertical (temporal division) and horizontal (division into parietal and occipital).
- The next step is to determine the main length of the hair, from which the rest of the hairstyle will move forward. In the middle of the parietal zone, a strand of hair is separated and shortened by about 6 cm. Thus, an indicative strand is formed.
- Next, each new strand is separated from the main mass of hair with an arcuate parting and cut off, focusing on the control strand.
- The basic rule is that each subsequent strand should be longer than the previous one. This is the method of grading hair. There may be several strands of this type.
- Next, go to the edging, given the shape of the face. Yes, for an ov altype, any type of edging can be chosen, but for a square type, a smooth edging of a haircut would be ideal, without sharp transitions and corners.
- After the client is determined with the presence of bangs. If the choice is made in favor of her presence, then, based on the type of face, the master cuts the bangs: straight, oblique, torn, etc.
- And in conclusion, trimming, thinning strands to give more volume, stack the resulting hairstyle "Rhapsody".
Rhapsody haircut for medium hair
It is on the average length of hair that "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 voluminous, modern and will not cause problems with styling.
Reinforced volume at the crown will visually "fluff" the hair, while it will be possible to refuse daily styling, which will not negatively affect the appearance. But if, nevertheless, walking without styling is not your option, then every day you can create a new image. Namely:
- Leave hair loose.
- Gather them into a "business" bundle.
- Twist medium-sized curls.
- Give extra volume with a blow dryer and brush by twisting the ends inward.
- Regular "tail", collected high or low at the back of the head. In combination with flowing facial strands, this hairstyle is suitable for daily outings and for special occasions.
As haircut reviews say"Rhapsody" 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 light thin hair say, the Rhapsody hairstyle for medium hair is something that will transform you significantly.
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 styling.
The peculiarity of the "Rhapsody" hairstyle on long hair is that it will turn out to beautifully shape the contour of the haircut and at the same time maintain an enviable length of the strands.
Another feature is the ability to create a haircut even on naturally curly curls. Thus, the strands will not only naturally "layer" each other, but also align them a little.
If the hair is naturally thick and heavy, then the hairstyle is performed by cutting the strands in an arcuate manner, from one temple to another. This technology will allow the strands to frame the face beautifully, and they will also visually become “light”. In this case, styling can be completely abandoned.
And another feature of "Rhapsody" on long hair is the variety of styling. Most popular with girls:
- winding large curls with a curling iron orcurler;
- recreating the "wet strands" effect, which is still irrelevant in the 2018-2019 season;
- wavy strands that are easy to do with a hair dryer and styling gel or foam;
- internal or external twisting strands with a hair dryer.
"Rhapsody" for long hair is a good way to update your hairstyle without disturbing the length of the hair.
Is it possible to cut "Rhapsody" for short hair?
"Rhapsody" on short hair was in great demand 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. It is its classic execution that is fashionable: clear transitions between volumes cut in a cascade at the crown and back of the head, strands on the front side are cut with a ladder or complemented by bangs.
For young girls, a more extravagant haircut would be preferable. That is, the principle of the classic version will remain unchanged, but the accents at the same time become more obvious and shifted: the strands are even shorter, with clear sharp tips, and the center of the haircut is the so-called tuft, cut off at the very top.
In the youth version, special attention should be paid to thinning, because it will not only addunusual 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 accent is formed not at the crown itself, but a little lower.
- Despite the fact that the layering of the strands remains, there is no clear difference in the length of the hair.
- If there is a bang, then it gradually turns into the total mass of hair due to the smooth lengthening of the strands.
- Thinning of the tips is not used in the modernized version. Smooth, crisp edges are preferred.
Fashionable this season, multi-colored strands or unusual hair colors will go well with the Rhapsody hairstyle. An original solution would be ombre staining of unusual, but discreet colors.
In addition to ombre, the following types of coloring will also be appropriate: coloring, bronding, highlighting, coloring 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 facial flaws. But the bangs should fit the type of face:
- An oval face will suit any bangs options, since such a face is rightfully considered ideal.
- For a round face, it would be preferable to make an oblique bang, which visually lengthensproportions.
- Elongated and shortened side bangs are suitable for a square face, and a torn and profiled straight line for a rectangular face.
- Long arched bangs are universal for any face shape.
Ways of beautiful styling "Rhapsody"
The hairstyle presented in this article is good because it is easy to style. Moreover, styling options can be varied: for special occasions, and for a daily exit.
To style your hair at home, you will need the following tools:
- hair dryer;
- foam, mousse or gel;
- brush-brush large diameter;
- comb with rare teeth;
- ironing iron or curling iron;
- curlers.
Before styling, hair should be washed and dried a little. Well, there are a lot of styling methods. Here are the most popular ones:
- Curling, curling or wavy strands.
- Curling on curlers.
- Twisting the tips in or out with a hair dryer.
- Combing back and adding volume to short strands.
Conclusion
So cascade or "Rhapsody"? Hairstyles are actually different, although they have a lot in common. The last version of the haircut will give more femininity, youth and attractiveness even to ladies with short hair.
If you want to transform, but not radically, then "Rhapsody" is a good and relevant choice for the 2018 seasonyear.
