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Is your salon a wash-out?
Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 4, 2007 9:50 AM
Have you ever known a summer like this? Each morning you look out your curtains hoping for a ray of sunshine to blaze through the window, but each morning there's the same outcome - rain, rain, rain!
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Tags: clients
Wigs: an instant new look
Posted by
Emma T
Dated: July 4, 2007 9:55 AM
Last week I joined a group of journalists for a press event at the brand new Vicki Ullah Wig Boudoir in Harrods, and was stunned by what I learnt.
Vicki quickly laid to rest the misconceptions many of us had held about wigs and hairpieces – that they’re old-fashioned, itchy and unattractive. Instead, one look at the styles on offer at the boutique showed how realistic, chic and easy to use today’s products are.
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Tags: clients , hairstyles , wigs
Kate Woods
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 4, 2007 10:05 AM
Dated: July 4, 2007 10:05 AM
Hi All! I just wanted to introduce myself as HJi's new web editor, Kate.
I'm a complete newcomer to the HJ team - and the hair industry, but I'm assured that you are a friendly bunch who will make me feel very welcome!
Now that the very fabulous image gallery is up and running (and growing all the time), We're looking forward to bringing you more features, more competitions and more FUN!!!
You'll be seeing plenty of changes on HJi in the coming weeks - and we'll be encouraging you to get involved, tell us what you think and have your say.
Obviously, I'm really keen to add content that you love and want to see. So please do tell me exactly what that is.
That's what I'll be up to in the office; outside of work, I love spending lots of times with people who make me smile - going for nice meals, drinks and doing lots and lots of gossiping.
Like the rest of the HJ team, I have a shopping addiction and I've got a real thing for MAC make-up and high-heeled boots. As for my other passion - and this one might take you by surprise - football, or should I say Arsenal (especially Freddie Ljungberg - was there ever a more perfect man?).
You'll be hearing plenty more from me in the coming weeks - I do like to talk - but please let's make it a two-way process, I'd love to hear from you too...x
Tags: hair gallery
Talk-Back: Have your say
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 4, 2007 1:35 PM
Dated: July 4, 2007 1:35 PM
The new laws banning smoking in enclosed public places have been greeted with something of a mixed reaction.
The non-smokers' camp are soaking up the luxury of no longer having smokey hair and clothes after a night out; while members of the smokers' camp are struck with the indignity of having to go outside to enjoy a cigarette.
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Superb Customer Service
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Posted by
Jayne
Dated: July 4, 2007 4:42 PM
Dated: July 4, 2007 4:42 PM
There is nothing more refreshing than going to a salon where every client is treated as a valued guest and the time you spend there allows you to witness superb customer service - in every sense of the word. The Chapel in Tunbridge Wells is a fantastic example of a destination, where hair and beauty work together in harmony.
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Tags: customer service , hair , hair colour , hairdressing , the chapel
Francesco Group Wins Top Business Award
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Posted by
Matthew
Dated: July 5, 2007 2:20 PM
Dated: July 5, 2007 2:20 PM
Anyone who has met Frank Delicompagni of the Francesco Group will know training is something he's passionate about - I certainly was left in no doubt after having the honour of sitting with Frank and some of his team at the recent Business in the Community Awards of Excellence.
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Tags: Francesco Group
Your Salon Soundtrack
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 6, 2007 9:15 AM
Dated: July 6, 2007 9:15 AM
There aren't too many things that Madonna gets wrong, and the Queen of Pop was spot on when she sang 'Music makes the people come together'.
A good soundtrack can create a mood, get you all gooey-eyed, and make you feel relaxed in your surroundings. Get the music wrong and you can create tension, spoil a moment and ensure that people never come back.
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Tags: Madonna , salon
When Do You Say 'It Doesn't Suit You'?
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 9, 2007 11:51 AM
Dated: July 9, 2007 11:51 AM
On Friday night, I caught up with an old friend. Let's call her 'friend' because I don't want to fall out with her...
Anyhow, 'friend' has had her thick wavy locks chopped into something of a POB (mark one, you understand, not the shorter edgier look). At the same time she's gone from dark and glossy to having a full head of caramel-coloured highlights.
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Tags: hairstyles , highlights , POB
Teams triumph at HBSA Awards
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Posted by
Emma T
Dated: July 10, 2007 4:59 PM
Dated: July 10, 2007 4:59 PM
Some of the hairdressing world’s unsung heroes had their chance to shine last night, at the Hair and Beauty Suppliers Association’s summer ball and awards event.
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Tags: HBSA Awards , Salon International
DIY Hair & Beauty
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 12, 2007 8:40 AM
Dated: July 12, 2007 8:40 AM
Is anyone else as troubled as me by the story in today's papers that says more and more people are embarking on DIY cosmetic surgery?
In case you don't have the time, or the stomach, to read the whole article, there are tales of at-home nose jobs (curiously replacing the cartillage with a chicken bone), tummy tucks (you can only imagine) and pinning back ears with super glue.
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Tags: celebrity hairstyles , cosmetic surgery
'Hairspray': What Were They Thinking?
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 17, 2007 9:53 AM
Dated: July 17, 2007 9:53 AM
Really excited about 'Hairspray' coming out on Friday - nothing like a good musical with a man in drag to make you feel all gooey inside!
But one thing is really troubling me - what are those hair-dos all about?
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Tags: celebrity style , Hairspray
Louis Wesolowski
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Posted by
Louis Wesolowski
Dated: July 18, 2007 11:38 AM
Dated: July 18, 2007 11:38 AM
When HJi approached me about writing a blog, I jumped at the chance - I'm not the kind of person to shun the spotlight!
I'm looking forward to sharing my story of life as a junior; the ups and downs (I'm sure there will be plenty of each) of my training and any other momentous events that occur. Hopefully, some of you will share your tales with me too and we can learn from each other.
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Tags: colour technician
Victoria Beckham's in America
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Posted by
Ruth
Dated: July 18, 2007 4:05 PM
Dated: July 18, 2007 4:05 PM
I watched Victoria Beckham's Coming to America last night and couldn't take my eyes off her hair. Despite being a little too blonde, Ben Cooke did a great job of the cut, which really softened her features. Even in the middle of a desert, half naked, it still looked good. Victoria called Ben one of her best friends and was obvioulsy very proud of the fact that she had found someone she trusts with her hair and her life. It showed a great hairdresser/client relationship at its best. ruth@HJi x
Tags: Ben Cooke , pob , Victoria Beckham
Rihanna's Style: Have Your Say
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 19, 2007 4:16 PM
Dated: July 19, 2007 4:16 PM
R&B star Rihanna has been sitting pretty at the top of the singles chart but can she cut it in the style stakes? Have your say.
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Tags: Rihanna
Andrew Barton: The New Saks Collection
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Posted by
Andrew Barton
Dated: July 20, 2007 9:34 AM
Dated: July 20, 2007 9:34 AM
Welcome to my busy, hectic and very fun life!
As we speak, I'm on the first day of a three-day shoot for the new Saks collection. We'll be launching at Saks Live in November, so I can't say too much, but it is all going well.
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Tags: Andrew Barton , Saks
What's New at Salon International
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 20, 2007 10:41 AM
Dated: July 20, 2007 10:41 AM
This year's Salon International promises to be bigger and better than ever.
The Salon Live Theatre has a fresh, new look for 2007 and will be home to many of the UK’s greatest hairdressers over the weekend of October 13-15.
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Tags: Salon International
Spice Girls Style: Have Your Say
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 22, 2007 4:10 PM
Dated: July 22, 2007 4:10 PM
The Spice Girls are back together and ready to tour but will their styles upstage them?
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Tags: Emma Bunton , Geri Halliwell , Mel B , Mel C , Posh , Spice Girls , Victoria Beckham
A Short Cut To Being Sexy
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 23, 2007 11:53 AM
Dated: July 23, 2007 11:53 AM
Over the weekend, I got caught up in a bit of a debate about the merits of long and short hair on women.
My hairdresser (who, incidentally is growing her hair!) says that ladies look sexier with short hair.
She quotes Posh and Kylie as evidence and puts up a pretty strong case.
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Tags: Kylie , Victoria Beckham
'I'm so Proud Of My Achievements'
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Posted by
Andrew Barton
Dated: July 26, 2007 10:12 AM
Dated: July 26, 2007 10:12 AM
This week I am in Bangkok at a hair show and doing some seminars. A lot of the work the Art Team do is international - this year alone we will visit 20 countries.
Everyone thinks travelling is very glamorous; let me set the record straight - overseas projects are very hard work.
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Tags: Andrew Barton , hairdressers
Kate Middleton's Style: Have Your Say
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 27, 2007 10:53 AM
Dated: July 27, 2007 10:53 AM
It's official, Kate Middleton and Prince William are back together - or so says The Sun! But is her hairstyle fit for a king or is she in need of a royal makeover?
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Tags: celebrity hairstyles , celebrity style , Kate Middleton
Schwarzkopf Headline Sponsor at Graduate Event
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 28, 2007 4:20 PM
Dated: July 28, 2007 4:20 PM
Schwarzkopf Professional was headline sponsor of this year's University of Northampton annual Graduate Fashion Show.
Nearly 2,000 people enjoyed the colourful talents of Year 3 BA (Hons), with 24 collections wowing the audience, all with hair styled backstage by the team at Hensmans who enabled students to realise the full potential of their vision.
The students received awards at the evening Show at Royal & Derngate for their stand-out collections and work over the Fashion degree including the Hensman Award for Student Achievement presented by Gemma Hensman and Johnny Seckington, Art Director at Hensmans (formerly Changes).
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Win £500 of Revlon Training Vouchers - Courses
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 28, 2007 5:00 PM
Dated: July 28, 2007 5:00 PM
If you are the lucky winner of the £500 of training vouchers then you'll have a wide variety of courses to choose from.
The Big Fix | Colour Techniques | Creative Cut & Colour Techniques | Creative Cutting Skills | Long Hair Upstyles | Creative Curls | Photo-shoot Experience | PR Your Salon
The prize can be used entirely by one individual doing multiple courses or shared by a salon enabling two to three employees to take part in an inspiring course.
The Big Fix
Duration: 2 days (May/July)
Requirements: Intermediate Colour Knowledge
Content: This 2 day course covers the two main colour problems encountered in the salon and will also take the fear out of changing Reds and Blondes.
1. Blondes – Learn to create the perfect blondes
- No more guesswork
- Products
- Theory of Blondes/Undertones
- Techniques
2. Reds – Learn to create the perfect reds
- Warm and Cool Reds
- Products
- Red Challenges
- Mixing & Application
Models provided.
Course fee: £120
Colour Techniques
Duration:2 days (Mar, Jun, Sep & Nov)
Requirements:Intermediate Colour Skills
Content:Take your colour technique skills to the next level
- Learn advanced techniques
- Train with our latest colour collections
- Gain confidence with your colour combination choices
Mannequin heads and models provided.
Course fee: £120
Creative Cut & Colour Techniques
Duration:2 days (Apr/Sep)
Requirements:For the hairdresser who wants to update and extend their combined cutting and colouring knowledge.
Content:Learn to combine the latest cutting techniques with the newest colour trends. With lots of new ideas, you'll be given the tools to take your creative skills to the next level. Includes demonstration and workshop.
Mannequin heads and model provided.
Course fee: £ 240
Creative Cutting Skills
Duration:1 Day (Oct)
Requirements:Suitable for experienced stylists competent in cutting and styling.
Content:This one day seminar includes demonstrations of latest cutting techniques and incorporates colour ideas to complete the look.
Course fee:£180
Long Hair Upstyles
Duration:1 Day (June)
Requirements:Minimum of one year’s hairdressing experience.
Content:Learn to create simple/glamorous/creative looks with long hair, as well as learning the art of creating styles incorporating hair extension pieces.
Course fee: £180
Creative Curls
Duration:2 Days (July)
Requirements:Suitable for hairdressers who are competent in basic perming techniques.
Content:Have you always wanted to create volume, definition, movement and big soft, sexy curls in long and mid length hair? Now you can!
Learn new exciting curling techniques, develop your creativity and extend your menu of perming services offered.
Course fee: £120
Photo-shoot Experience
Duration:1 Day (Mar/Oct)
Content:This exciting one day live photo-shoot is an absolute must for the hairdresser who would like to gain an insight into how photographic hairdressing works. Bring your own model and be guided from start to finish on how to produce your looks and styles in a photographic format.
Course fee: £350
PR Your Salon
Duration:1 Day (Apr/Nov)
Content:This informal day is a must for those who value positive publicity. If you have the motivation and drive you'll be given the knowledge to gain valuable column inches in your local press.
From what makes a good press release to dealing with all aspects of your local media, this course also discusses concepts and ideas for promotional activity in your area.
Course fee:£120
Louis: On a Learning Curve
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Posted by
Louis Wesolowski
Dated: July 30, 2007 9:17 AM
Dated: July 30, 2007 9:17 AM
Last week was one of the hardest of my hairdressing days so far.
Most of my friends are still at college; so they've broken up for the summer holidays. They've got six weeks of chilling out and doing nothing all day ahead of them. I, on the other hand, have to go to work!
I've chatted with a few of them in my lunch break and they're full of 'oh, we went swimming this morning' or 'we're off to the pictures this afternoon' and it is hard not to get a little bit jealous.
The good thing is that I really love what I do and I have to remind myself of that. When I take a step back and think 'yes, but I enjoy it and I am getting a career' it doesn't bother me so much.
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Tags: hairdressing , hairdressing careers
Hairdressers Are Fit!
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 30, 2007 11:06 AM
Dated: July 30, 2007 11:06 AM
At least, that’s what a group of stylists from the award winning Contemporary salon group have proved.
For the intrepid trio laced up their running shoes for the Race For Life which raises money for cancer research.
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Tags: hairdressers
Talentspotting Semi-Finalists Announced
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Posted by
Kate
Dated: July 30, 2007 2:53 PM
Dated: July 30, 2007 2:53 PM
The semi-finalists for the L'Oréal Professional Talentspotting regional events have been announced.
Judges Adam Reed from Charles Worthington, Darren Fowler from Clipso, British Hairdresser of the Year nominee Errol Douglas and Gill Pope, Technical Manager for L'Oréal Professionnel, cast their eye over an unprecedented amount of moodboards.
After much deliberation, they choose their favourite 24 moodboards to be brought to life by their creators in a live stage presentation at the semi-finals.
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Tags: Adam Reed , Darren Fowler , Errol Douglas , L'Oreal Talentspotting
BHA Judging Begins
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Emma T
Dated: July 30, 2007 4:55 PM
Dated: July 30, 2007 4:55 PM
Some of the biggest stars from the hairdressing world gathered today for the first round of judging for this year’s British Hairdressing Awards.
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Tags: British Hairdresser of the Year , British Hairdressing Awards
Design Your Own Straighteners with Corioliss - Terms and Conditions
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Alex
Dated: July 28, 2007 8:56 AM
Dated: July 28, 2007 8:56 AM
By participating in the Corioliss design competition, all entrants MUST agree that all copyrights for the designs are transferred to Corioliss. Corioliss reserve the right to adapt the winning design to ensure manufacturability is of an excellent standard & print quality.
The final number of votes for the most popular design must reach a minimum as set by Corioliss. Corioliss reserve the right for the final decision on manufacture of a winning design.