Black Book Review

Runway and editorial-influenced Londoner Ian Daburn looks to set trends via fashion, not celebrity, and his unisex salon oozes futuristic cool from the designer sinks to movies projected on the opposite wall in the minimalist white space. Offering texture services suited to the needs of Asian hair, plus density therapy and disaster color correction, staff includes a range of senior and junior members with rates priced accordingly. Exclusive retailer of Bumble and Bumble products, open till 9 on Fridays.

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Fashion Magazine - Best salon

I.DABURN SALON 1073 Cambie St., Van-
couver, 604-694-0639, i.daburn.com.
Owner Ian Daburn and his highly
skilled team claim to draw inspiration
from music, fashion, art and history.
Stylist and technician Laura Garwa-
siuk says that every great style begins
with a great cut. With the changing
trends and needs of each client, colour
prices are personalized and quoted after
a thorough consultation. Bold reds and
coppers are making a comeback for fall,
and be sure to ask for the complimen-
tary hair masque if your hair feels dry
and damaged from the sun. The salon
now uses Bumble and Bumble prod-
ucts exclusively. Cut from $45, colour
from $75.

Movie film at iDaburn salons

About Hostile Makeover

Based on the "Crimes of Fashion" book series by Ellen Byerrum. Makeovers can be real murder. Fearless Washington D.C. fashion reporter Lacey Smithsonian (also seen in "Killer Hair") sashays right back into trouble when her interview with reality TV makeover star turned fashion designer Amanda Manville reveals Amanda's been receiving death threats. When the uber diva, whose bratty behavior and tendency to take credit for her sister Zoe's designs have ruffled more than a few feathers, is gunned down at her own runway show, Lacey jumps in to investigate, one fashion clue at a time. But the one thing.

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Filmed at iDaburn salons

About Killer Hair

Based on the "Crimes of Fashion" book series by Ellen Byerrum. Who knew fashion could be dangerous to anything beyond your credit card balance? Lacey Smithsonian (also seen in "Hostile Makeover"), "Crimes of Fashion" columnist, finds herself reporting on more than just this season's line when dead bodies start showing up in her best friend's hot DC hair salon. Lacey's uniquely trained fashion eye catches clues that others miss. The only thing that knocks Lacey from her high-heeled stride is the sudden appearance of Vic Donovan, the guy she left behind and the one man that makes her heart.

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Pastel Ombre - Balayage

The Thin Chromatic Line

Published: February 27, 2009 At iDaburn Salon, in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, stylists used rocker runway looks as inspiration for rebellious hair. But it’s a fine line between avant-garde editorial and edgy wearability. To make the adventurous looks suitable, stylists transformed pinks and purples to pastels. Fast, fashionable and affordable color techniques employed include color blocking, balayage and shine bands, created by placing color along the curve of the head or under a veil of hair.

Pastel lavenders and pinks are all about placement; balayage makes the shades office-suitable.

Photography by Ian Daburn

Story by Laura Garwasuik

SPRING STYLE: Recession be damned! I’m not giving this up!

Tough times call for even tougher decisions, especially when it comes to maintaining your personal style standards. We asked some of the city’s top fashionphiles — Sarah Bancroft, Editor-in-Chief) and Tara Parker Tait (Publisher) of VitaminDaily.com; Adam Dreaddy, barber at Momentum Grooming (1237 Burrard, 604-689-4636, MomentumGrooming.com); and Rebecca Tay, Western Editor of Fashion magazine — what they refuse to do without.

Which luxury do you refuse to give up in these trying times?
Sarah: Bright-coloured manicures: hot pink, orange, red. That way you always look, ahem, polished — even in last season’s dress. I also still believe in investment dressing, like custom-made Ken Diamond moccasins (KenDiamond.com ). At $325, yes, they are a splurge, but they’re locally made and one of a kind. Much smarter than five pairs of throwaway flip-flops.

Tara: A great cut and colour does wonders for any outfit, and freshens your look for spring. I love Ian Daburn (1073 Cambie, 604-694-0639, IDaburn.com) for a razor-sharp cut, and Tonya at Holt Renfrew spa (737 Dunsmuir, 604-681-3121, HalcyonDaysSalonsAndSpas.com) for ultra-natural colour. As for fashion, I’m a believer in buying quality items that will stand the test of time. Do like the French and buy five key, quality items you mix and match all season. Lastly, accessories are a great way to add a touch of spring trend to your wardrobe without breaking the bank.