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How can you capture hair transformations in a way which feels fresh? James Parr has the solution

How can you capture hair transformations in a way which feels fresh? James Parr has the solution

How can you capture hair transformations in a way which feels fresh? James Parr has the solution

Nashwhite’s James Parr is capturing hair makeovers through a fresh lens.

“The whole concept of ‘The Switch Up’ grew from a personal need to scratch a creative itch – not just from a hair perspective but on a visual level as well. I grew tired of seeing the same stuff on social media and felt like I wanted to bring a fresh approach to the table.
 
Working with my friend and fellow creative and videographer, Paddy Walker, we came up with a concept that ripped up the rule book with how we shot it. This allowed me to get hands on with the direction of the filming and the project.
 
Working with the Wahl styling range was great for this as the tools were perfect for creating more movement and texture in the hair, while ensuring I could still deliver my signature hairdressing style. 
 
This is the first in a new concept where we will be having free reign and bringing a whole new meaning to the term ‘makeover’.” 
 
 
 
Hair: James Parr, using Wahl
Visuals: Paddy walker
Colour technician: Siobhan Fagan
Make-up: Sacha Jones
Model: Ana Maria
 

“The Alchemists” By Charles Rose, Wez Jones, Luke Hartley And Wesley Luiz

“The Alchemists” By Charles Rose, Wez Jones, Luke Hartley And Wesley Luiz

"The Alchemists" By Charles Rose, Wez Jones, Luke Hartley And Wesley Luiz

In a collaborative project under the creative direction of 2023 It List Business Builder Charles Rose from Crate Cheshire, Wez Jones, Luke Hartley and Wesley Luiz showcase fresh fades and amplified texture with organic finishes.

Photography: Michael Young
Hair: Wez Jones, The Heartbreak Club; Luke Hartley, Club Thirteen; Wesley Luiz, Innovation Barbers for STMNT
Assisted by: Willk Taylor, Taylors Co; Luke Nancollis, Crate Cheshire; Kasey Lee-Carmichael, Club Thirteen; Juan Pablo, Innovation Barbers
Creative direction: Charles Rose, Crate Cheshire
Make-up: Claire Evans

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“Every You, Every Me” by Mia Mozely And Millie Braham

“Every You, Every Me” by Mia Mozely And Millie Braham

"Every You, Every Me" by Mia Mozely And Millie Braham

Back in the Autumn, Most Wanted Business Thinker victors, Lee Nash-Jones and Rob White from Nashwhite, were mingling with their fellow victors at the Most Wanted and It List Award winners’ lunch. They got chatting to the It List Rising Star, Mia Mozely, and The Big Question was asked: “what next?”.

Mia was keen to drive forward her creative quest and shoot more. In a ‘hold my beer’ moment, and after just two minutes of talking, they had a plan! “We have a photography studio at The Heist House, a photographer in Lee Nash-Jones, a make-up artist, a mentor in James Parr and an incredible young stylist called Millie who would love to be involved,” says Rob. “The perfect recipe for a fun-packed day, helping Mia and Millie on what would be their first solo shoot.”

After months of bouncing around ideas and sharing mood boards, shoot day arrived, with Mia on colour and Millie styling in a true collaboration. This has been just as rewarding for the Nashwhite founders, too. “It reaffirms why we do what we do. Just to see their reactions to the finished work makes it all worth it,” grins Rob. “You never know where you might end up, who you might meet or what opportunities might come up if you just put yourself out there…”

Photography: Lee Nash-Jones
Hair: Mia Mozely (colour) and Millie Braham (styling)
Mentor: James Parr, Nashwhite.
Make up: Lauren Wheeler.
Shot at Nashwhite The Heist House

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Coke-Themed Hair Colour? It’s The Real Thing

Coke-Themed Hair Colour? It’s The Real Thing

Coke-Themed Hair Colour? It’s The Real Thing

Sophia Hilton and Coca-Cola start a fizzy pop partnership called the Flavour Parlour.

Sophia Hilton

Sophia Hilton

Not Another Salon is fizzing up its colour services by partnering up with Coca-Cola on the Flavour Parlour. The pop-fuelled pop-up – on between 6 to 8 June – uses iconic Coca-Cola flavours as inspiration for colour transformations. And yes, Dua Lipa’s beloved Cherry Coke is on the menu…

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But it’s the new Coca-Cola Lemon, alongside an improved recipe for Cherry, that’s fuelling tie-up. Salon owner Sophia Hilton has a VIP space downstairs in the salon that’s exclusively themed with eye catching seating to themed mirrors with witty quotes, as well as that all important selfie station.

 

What’s on the menu?

Cherry Coca Cola hair colour

Coke Cherry – a rich and luxurious looking red ranging from a deep dark shade that reflects black and blood red, to shiny crimson with touches of magenta. “We’re obsessed with Dua Lipa’s cherry red hair revival,” says Sophia, “but we can’t resist a throwback of Cheryl circa 2010 with this exact tone, or Rihanna also in 2010 with her bright cherry.

Coke Lemon hair colour

Coke Lemon – the ultimate bright summer yellow vibes, from pop art bold to lemonade subtle.

Coke Zero Sugar hair colour

Coke Zero Sugar – a rich brunette with warm sweet undertones of red and gold.

Vanilla Coke hair colour

Coke Vanilla – a blend of buttery and icy, delivering a delicate combination of warm and cool.

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Who is Sebastian Professional’s New Global Ambassador?

Who is Sebastian Professional’s New Global Ambassador?

Who is Sebastian Professional’s New Global Ambassador?

Lady Gaga’s hairdresser takes on new global creative & culture director role.

Frederic Aspiras

Frederic Aspiras

Lady Gaga’s stylist, the Oscar-nominated Frederic Aspiras, is looking to “foster an inclusive space that celebrates individuality and creativity” in a new global role with iconic hair brand Sebastian Professional.

He’s the new global creative & culture director, and will have an eye on merging talent and “sparking a global movement of self-expression” through hair and culture.

Across a two-decade career, Aspiras has become known as something of a visionary trailblazer in the world of hairdressing, particularly through his wig making and his long working relationship with Lady Gaga. Since 2009, he’s formed part of her Haus of Gaga styling collective, working on red carpet styles, stage looks and even film work as she broadens her career in movies. In 2022, he was nominated for an Academy Award in the
category Best Make-up and Hairstyling for the film House of Gucci.

The appointment is another reason for Sebastian Professional to celebrate, having marked its 50th anniversary celebration last year.

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