Chris foster takes part in a swap shop

Current Barber of the Year Chris Foster, of Gentlemen's Tonic and top hair stylist Anne Veck, owner of Anne Veck Hair, recently held a skills exchange.

A brilliant new idea designed to maximise their teams' skill sets;  Chris and Anne decided that it would be a valuable experience for them to do a role swap.

Chris attended Anne's Oxford salon to teach the team a number of his leading grooming skills, while Anne in turn showed Chris some of the latest trends hitting her salon.

Chris said "I think the day went really well. We had a great session and learned loads from each other. Life is for learning."