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Cowboy Core, Restyled

Cowboy Core, Restyled

Cowboy Core, Restyled

Exclusively for Creative HEAD’s October 2024 front cover, BaByliss PRO ambassadors Michelle Sultan and Tariq Howes delivered their unique take on the ‘modern cowboy’ – and we’re wild for it

by JOANNA | PORTFOLIOS

Exclusive video content, extended image galleries, hair team insight – click here to see mountains more

A Creative HEAD shoot in partnership with BaByliss PRO

HAIR: Tariq Howes, assisted by Lauraine Bailey and Nick Barford; Michelle Sultan, assisted by Deen Fashola and Schola Rose, for BaByliss PRO
PHOTOGRAPHY: Bob Foster (A&R CREATIVE), assisted by Luke Weller
FASHION: Twinks Burnett, assisted by Rosie Devine
MAKE-UP: Tricia Woolston using Pat McGrath, assisted by Megan Goram
MODELS: Alan Bea; Olivia Belgrave-Ruse (The Milk Collective); Ryan Brown; She-Lan Duane (W MGMT); Robbie Jr; Skye Metrowich (Zone Models)
SHOT AT: Street Studios

Fashion credits (in order of imagery):
(1) Suit: L.O.M Fashion; top: model’s own; earring: ALOË (2) Jacket and top (just seen): YEF STUDIO; trousers: Warehouse; sunglasses: Hot Futures; bolo: Rosita Bonita; rings: Tessa Metcalfe (3) Jacket: Future Folklore; top: model’s own; bolo: Rosita Bonita; main earring: ASOS (others are model’s own) (4) Top, trousers and gloves: Hildur Yeoman; hat: stylist’s own; necklace and earrings: Lag Word (5) Top: ASOS; skirt: Warehouse; boots (just seen): Boohoo; necklace: Lag Word (6) Jacket: Nasty Gal; jeans: Wrangler; belt: stylist’s own; ring (just seen): Tessa Metcalfe (7) Jacket: Warehouse; dress: Jane Bowler; shorts: Wrangler (8) Suit: GRLONDONPARIS; top: ASOS; main earring: Lag Word (others are model’s own); rings: Tessa Metcalfe (9) Jumpsuit: Jenn Lee; gloves: The Glove Girl; earrings: Kata Haratym (10) Jacket: Warehouse; shirt and trousers (just seen): PHIX (11) Shirt and trousers: Phix; bolo: Rosita Bonita; earring: model’s own; rings: Tessa Metcalfe (12) Jeans and jacket: Ray Chu; boots: ASOS; earrings: PRYA; rings: Tessa Metcalfe

‘Shift’ By VAINHomme

‘Shift’ By VAINHomme

Shift

By VAINHomme

by AMANDA | PORTFOLIOS

This collection from VAINHomme explores the shifting patterns of what it is to be masculine in today’s society, using real people taken straight from their work shifts and shooting them in all of their glory. Shift shows the movement to remove layers of toxic masculinity and replace it with what really matters.

Hair: Vincent Quinn and Elliot James, VAINHomme

Photography: Brian O’Hanlon

Styling: Vincent Quinn

Why Are We Not Talking About The Industry’s Biggest Exclusion Barrier?

Why Are We Not Talking About The Industry’s Biggest Exclusion Barrier?

Why Are We Not Talking About The Industry’s Biggest Exclusion Barrier?

Not Another Salon launches a pioneering initiative for Price Inclusivity

Sophia Hilton

Not Another Salon has been a driving force of inclusivity and innovation in the last decade. Since becoming the world’s first gender-neutral salon in 2017, then continuing to pioneer unique offerings such as silent haircuts and mirror-free experiences that went viral globally, Sophia Hilton, founder of Not Another Salon is taking a bold new step. 

“Inclusivity these days seems to focus so strongly on sexuality, gender, and race,” says Sophia. “While that is hugely important, in order to be truly inclusive we have to consider all aspects of inclusivity, and that includes economic access.”

Not Another Salon are proud to launch this new pioneering initiative, Price Inclusivity, becoming the first salon in the UK to offer a specific number of appointments each month at a reduced cost for individuals on low incomes. All clients have to do is provide an income statement or bank statement and make less than £25,000 a year. 

How It Works
Each month Not Another Salon will allocate a set number of selected appointments and services to be offered at a reduced price. These appointments are designed to accommodate individuals who would like premium salon services but may find them financially challenging. Availability will be on a first-come, first-served basis, to ensure fairness and equity.

Sustainable Quality and Commitment 
“It was tough to create these appointments because after all, we have premium prices for a reason,” Sophia adds. “Our team is among the most highly trained in the country, our rent is high as we’re in a premium location, and the products we use are the best money can buy. We’ve created a menu of appointments and services that we were able to reduce, while still making it viable to our business.” 

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Who Is Heading To The Wella TrendVision Awards Grand Final?

Who Is Heading To The Wella TrendVision Awards Grand Final?

Who Is Heading To The Wella TrendVision Awards Grand Final?

Wella Professionals names its TVA 2024 finalist lineup

Wella TVA

Wella Professionals TrendVision Award 2024 finalists have been announced. Finalists are set to compete at the UK & Ireland final in London on Monday 7 October; having been selected from their initial photographic entries, the finalists will take to the stage at Old Billingsgate, London. 

Hosted by Wella Professionals, the TrendVision Award showcases competitors’ creativity and craftsmanship and offers a platform to excel. The categories this year are Colour Visionary (the global category), Craft Visionary (local to UK & Ireland) and XPOSURE Creative Colour (for students only).  

With more than 600 guests expected on the night to celebrate the winners and runners-up, the event remains one of the most exciting moments in the hairdressing calendar, with finalists competing live on the day, before celebrating throughout the night. Not only will the exciting winner announcements take place, but guests can also expect a lavish drinks reception, gala dinner, exclusive hair shows – from leading Wella Artists including Jordanna Cobella and TONI&GUY – after-party, and a luxury gift bag to take home. 

Find the full list of finalists at wella.com

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This One Tool Could Transform Your Client Bookings

This One Tool Could Transform Your Client Bookings

This One Tool Could Transform Your Client Bookings

If you’re looking to build your salon brand, consider Fresha a must-have tool to run and grow your business 

Promotion – Fresha

As the social media landscape continues to evolve, having a strong website and social platforms has never been more important for your salon’s online visibility. While great content and engagement will get you so far, there may be one missing ingredient in your perfect progress potion… an online marketplace like Fresha.

Here’s how it works
The marketplace is a hub where potential clients can find, compare, and book services in their local area. Imagine your marketplace profile as your online shop window – it’s the best way for you to make a great first impression and bring new clients straight to your salon’s doorstep.

Most new client journeys start on the internet, and you need to show up in those searches for the best chance of bookings. Having a profile on a platform like Fresha marketplace will boost your local SEO rankings. So, even clients searching on Google are more likely to find your business, especially if you can offer popular services and treatments that set your business apart.

120,000 appointments are booked on the Fresha marketplace every day. Not only is it the world’s largest wellness marketplace, but it’s perfect for showing off your brand, as well as quickly and easily offering discounts or running sales.

A Fresha top tip
Clever pricing is one of your best tactics for winning new clients, and your marketplace profile is there to help you do it. Anyone who browses your services will instantly see how your deals and promotions affect your prices – whether it’s a seasonal flash sale that drives urgency, off-peak pricing to keep your salon busy throughout the day, or last-minute offers to quickly fill un-booked slots.

Treat clients to a better booking experience
With an online marketplace profile, you’ll unlock online bookings for your salon – letting your clients book, rebook, and reschedule their own appointments, 24/7. You’ll cut down your time arranging appointments on the phone and save hours each week, all while filling your calendar even faster.

Nowadays 70 per cent of clients prefer to book online, whether it’s for comfort or convenience, so they’ll love the ease of booking their appointment with you through Fresha. Add clear “Book Now” buttons to your profiles on Google Maps, Instagram, and Facebook, as these are apps your clients use every day.

You can do it all on the Fresha marketplace

With over 18 million monthly users and 120,000 appointments made every day, the Fresha marketplace is the best way to reach new clients, almost effortlessly! Salons typically gain at least 26 per cent more clients after joining the marketplace, and four out of five of those clients return.

Ready to get your salon’s name in lights? List your salon on the Fresha marketplace today, get seen by thousands of local clients, and watch your calendar fill up.

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