N I H O N C O L L E C T I O N

2018

Unique Expired is proud to present The Nihon Collection. The collection explores the spiritual, social, literary, artistic and cultural roots of the “Land of the Rising Sun”. Each look is devoted to a different element and is a unique expression of its essence.

1

Red


Artfully portraying Japanese culture, this bold colour represents Bushido – the Samurai way of life – symbolising courage, respect, loyalty, and self control, amongst other virtues.

In modern times, there is no better way to express yourself than a colour that stands out this vividly, whilst staying true to yourself and we pride ourselves in bringing this experience to you.

Hair by @uniqueexpired.don

2

Blue


Ukiyo-e is an art form that covers woodblock prints and hand-painted works of color printing depicting characters, landscapes, and daily life.

Through this art, modern people can understand how the Japanese lived, and it is also through this that we can fully appreciate this striking and lively shade of blue through an effortless hairstyle.

Hair by @uniqueexpired.sam_chia

3

Purple


As a recognition of the honour system in Ancient Japan where the highest ranking royal owned the colour purple, it belonged solely to the royals – until the people claimed it back during the Meiji period.

Lucky for us that it is now free for all, because without it we couldn’t have developed this classy yet outstanding shade that represents your crowning glory.

Hair by @uniqueexpired——

4

Orange/Green


Proudly representing the identity of Japanese clans, this light yet stunning colour combination is inspired by the nobles’ choices of patterns and colours for their families.


By translating these elements into hair artistry, Unique Expired successfully brings back the importance of this tradition known as mon (紋), also monshō (紋章), mondokoro (紋所), and kamon (家紋) into modern times.


Hair by @uniqueexpired.keigo

5

Yellow


Ka-Bu-Ki from left to right, means sing (歌), dance (舞), and skill (伎). Kabuki is therefore sometimes translated as "the art of singing and dancing", and is artfully represented by this cheerful and refreshing shade of yellow.


Dance the night away with a swish of your effortless locks, and embody the spirit of Kabuki.


Hair by @uniqueexpired—-

6

White


Inspired by the softness of Japanese ink painting, this hairstyle and shade expresses the freshness of Japanese natural scenery and its unique rich poetry.

 Its simplicity conveys a delicate and quietly contented style, that will last through our modern daily lives.

Hair by @uniqueexpired.ash