Talk us through what a normal working day looks like for you.
I get up at about 5am, go to the gym for a couple of hours and get myself ready for the day. I like to go into the salon before anyone else is there, to get things sorted.After a mixture of clients and meetings, I normally finish my day at around 7pm. I like todo something after work to achieve that work/life balance –this can be anything from going back to the gym, catching up with a friend or just chilling!
What’s your favourite thing to do in your free time?
It’s not very often, but I love a day that is unplanned. I think I’m very conscious of not having much time, so my new attitude is to really try and make the most of my downtime by doing things that are good for me. I am mindful of filling my time by doing things that make my soul happy.
Can you tell us about the inspiration behind your latest collection?
It has to be the new Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS campaign, which I worked on recently. The aim was to create a gender neutral, inclusive collection to reflect the brand, but without stereotyping or labelling people with certain looks. It is a celebration of people’s natural characteristics – of what makes them feel powerful and unique. I just wanted the looks to flow naturally. Tom, one of our models, features in the collection both as a boy and as Tamara, a fierce hot drag queen – I wanted to show both sides of his beauty and celebrate them equally.
What is your favourite wardrobe item at the moment and why?
I am very much a shoe person. From a pair of Jordans, to UGGs, to dress shoes –they just complete any outfit. My go-to right now are Cleens trainers.
Can you share with us one of your proudest hairdressing moments?
My standout moment would have to be the November Collective –myself and my business partner, Emma-Louise, have created something really special that we are so proud of. It’s our dream salon and will always be my baby. Second to this, in February this year, ghd invited me to work in the nominee style suites for the EE BAFTA Film Awards at the Savoy Hotel. I got to prep some of the biggest stars ready for the red carpet, as well as pre-stage touch-ups for the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Geri Halliwell and Cate Blanchett –definitely a career defining moment for me!
QUICK FIRE FAVOURITES
TO EAT: ANYWHERE I CAN FIND A GOOD SUNDAY ROAST
TO VISIT: LISBON
TO LISTEN: MY REGGAE PLAYLIST OR DR DWAYNE W. DYER’S PODCAST
TO WATCH: FANTASTIC FUNGI (A MUST WATCH ON NETFLIX)
TO READ: I DON’T TAKE REQUESTS – DJ FAT TONY
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