The hair brief for Zambesi’ NZFW show, ‘Song to the Siren,’ took inspiration from the siren’s mysterious allure with an otherworldly touch. This was achieved by creating a sculptural silhouette, sleek and intentional, echoing shapes inspired by the sea. Calmly powerful in mood, this hair look interprets a modern siren through clean, restrained styling that complements the collection.
Want to achieve the siren look at home? Here's everything you will need:
- Davines More Inside Strong Hold Cream Gel
- A hair dryer
- A small brush
- Hairpieces (optional)
Photographed backstage by Guy Coombes. Creative Direction by Marissa Findlay, Hair Direction by Sean Patrick Mahoney & Lauren Gunn with Colleen & Davines, Makeup Direction by Kiekie Stanners with Youngblood.
STEP 1: SECTION & GEL
Find the centre part and section out a 1-inch horseshoe section at the top of the head. Fasten this section away. Work from the nape upwards, taking 1-inch sections. Apply Davines More Inside Strong Hold Cream Gel to each section with a small brush, then use a comb to sculpt the hair downwards and create a tight, sleek head shape. Continue this technique all the way up the head, maintaining a clean, sculpted shape.
Photographed by Laura Snelling. Creative Direction by Marissa Findlay, Hair Direction by Sean Patrick Mahoney & Lauren Gunn with Colleen & Davines, Makeup Direction by Kiekie Stanners with Youngblood.
STEP 2: DRY
Using a hairdryer on high speed and low heat, dry the hair thoroughly into place.
STEP 2: FINISH
Take down the top section and use the gel to create twisted shapes, laying them over the top of the sculpted hair. These twists are designed to add dimension and help create the siren-inspired look.
PRO TIP– For some looks, we have also used pre-made hairpieces, fastening them around the face to create soft, wave-like shapes across the skin. The finished look combines the tight, sculpted head shape with softer, flowing details around the face.
Show Credits:
Creative Direction: Marissa Findlay
Music Direction: Sophie Findlay
Pūtātara: Muru Maipi
Hair Direction: Sean Patrick Mahoney & Lauren Gunn from Colleen / Davines
Makeup Direction: Kiekie Stanners with Youngblood
Backstage beauty by Guy Coombes and Dot Agency
Runway images by Laura Snelling
