This weekend marks one of the biggest events in the hairdressing calendar Salon International at Excel, London and it’s an amazing (but very full on) weekend packed full of all things hair.
In previous Salon International weekends, I’ve been working on the Fellowship stage doing hair demonstrations with Balmain hair or speaking with attendees about everything from photo-shoots to bridal hair. Events like these are great for networking – which is what the hair industry is all about; you’d be surprised at the amount of opportunities that come from ‘who you know.’
My favourite day has to be the Monday because that’s when all of the students come and it inspires me to see them so enthused and full of energy about hair – they’re so keen and excited about everything, and man do they love a goody bag! It reminds me of being a young stylist (which no doubt you will have seen on Channel 4’s The Salon) and always leaves me buzzing for the few weeks after.
This year I’m not working, I’m going just to enjoy the amazing shows from the likes of the guys at Sassoon and Toni & Guy and get inspired. I’ll also be visiting the Balmain stand to see what’s new in the hair extensions world.
And last (but certainly not least), in fact this is the bit I’ll probably be looking forward to most – is seeing the BHA Gallery to see my collection up there on the wall amongst the other finalists for Southern Hairdresser of the Year 2011. It’s always a great chance to scope out the competition and also see the amazing collections from the nominees for British Hairdresser of the Year – it lets you know as a hairdresser what you can aspire to do and some of the work these guys produce is unbelievable!
If you’re going and you see me there, stop and say hello! It’s going to be a great weekend.
Leo x
October 12, 2011 at 3:17 pm
Presented by leading hairdressing industry magazine, Creative HEAD, the Most Wanted awards showcase the greatest industry talents. Open to all hairdressing professionals based in the UK, the ten coveted awards together recognise and reward exceptional creativity, outstanding business acumen and supreme dedication across a multitude of disciplines.
We are delighted to announce that the Leo Bancroft Salon has been finalised for two of these amazing awards, BEST ONLINE SALON and BUSINESS THINKER 2011! Leo has worked so hard for this recognition and we are delighted for him and extremely proud.
Winners are crowned at a glamorous Grand Final ceremony that takes place historically on the first Monday of September at a fashionable London location. Our superstars are instantly catapulted into the spotlight amidst the heady heights of hairdressing’s finest, where a Most Wanted award carries the ultimate mark of respect.
Most Wanted is inclusive, honouring hairdressing excellence that’s fostered and flourishing in all corners of the UK and these trophies have been won by dozens of inspirational names, from Sacha Mascolo-Tarbuck and Malcolm Edwards to Errol Douglas and Trevor Sorbie.
Watch a video of what the judges had to say.
July 21, 2011 at 7:26 am
We are delighted to announce that we have won 1st place as the most loved business in Weybridge! Leo and the team are delighted with the news, as the recognition from the local people means the world to us. A popular website which enables people to find the best businesses in your area…the bestof.co.uk hosted a “14 days of love” campaign where people could vote for their favourite local business and we won! Thank you so much to everybody who voted we love you to and look forward to seeing you again soon.
June 12, 2011 at 2:35 am
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