WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE THING TO DO IN YOUR FREE TIME?
One of my favourite things to do is visit fashion exhibitions and art galleries. Not only do I find them an enjoyable thing to do with my family and friends, but they also give me new ideas for colour techniques! I love seeing the craft behind the designer’s vision. I am currently obsessed with the artist Yayoi Kusama, whose own personal style, art and installations are so cool – her collaboration with Louis Vuitton was incredible and she is 94 years old. What an icon!
CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR LATEST COLLECTION.
My latest collection is called Capsule. It was created using the new Insight Professional colours, with tones of Mink, Rouge and Bronze through my mini and midi colour blocking techniques. We explored each haircut shape and created a fresh, wearable texture which we felt was current and suited varying lengths and styles. The possibilities with these colour and styling techniques are endless and I love the fact that they’re so versatile.
CAN YOU SHARE WITH US ONE OF YOUR PROUDEST HAIRDRESSING MOMENTS.
I am so fortunate to have many proud moments, choosing one is so hard. Being awarded the first ever 99% mark in the L’Oréal Colour Specialist Degree in 1997 was an important achievement. It made me realise how much I knew about the technical side of colouring hair, which then helped me to launch my own role as a Colour Director and Colour Expert. The second proudest moment was when I launched my ‘Be Your Best’ Mentoring Programme in 2023 – this was my way of giving back to the industry through free education sessions to apprentices and graduate stylists.
My happy place has always been when I am doing hair and teaching hairdressers wherever I am in the world. I just love connecting with people of all ages – it truly drives my passion for our industry. If I can offer just one idea, technique or skill that my students actually use to grow their client business, then I know I have fulfilled my objective.
Quick fire favourites
To watch: Right now, I am loving silo, slow horses and for all mankind. I have just finished finished ultra-processed people by chris van tulleken. It has really made me think about the food types we eat and the effect it has on our bodies.
To look up to: Vivienne Westwood. She was such an incredible designer and inspiring business icon, educating us on climate change as well as fashion and style.
To visit: Australia! I love going home to hang out with my family and friends, especially when it’s summer so i can spend time swimming and drinking cocktails at the beach cafes.
To listen: My current favourite artist is Jessie Ware. I recently saw her live at Alexandra Palace, which was full on disco vibes! Her album ‘that feels good!’ is fabulous.
To eat: Who doesn’t love a fish and chip supper!
To use: Insight Professional texturizing sea salt spray. This product gives volume to my fine hair without the stickiness, and i love using it on my clients to create beachy, wavy textures too.
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