INDUSTRY NEWS | INDUSTRY NEWS | INDUSTRY NEWS INTERNATIONAL IMAGE OF THE YEAR
The Fellowship for British Hairdressing is launching a brandnew category to its annual Awards. One of the most anticipated events in the British hairdressing calendar, the Awards recognise the creative flair of hairdressers across four categories. And 2021 sees the introduction of the exciting new International Image Award, open to all hairdressers outside the UK. To enter, you need to upload up to Image of the Year, three images to Instagram, tag @ won by Errol Douglas MBE fellowship hair and use the hashtag #fellowshipinternational21 Chancellor Ashleigh Hodges explains: “The Fellowship for British Hairdressing has recognised inspiration and creativity in British Hairdressing for the past 75 years. However, we are aware every day of the incredible imagery and talent that is on offer around the world, and we are delighted to launch our International Image Award for hairdressers to showcase their favourite images from their portfolio and enter this prestigious award.” Criteria for International Image of the Year 2021: This is a celebration of inspiring, trend-led imagery from around the world. It should be a professional image shot in a studio setting and due to 2020 restrictions, is open to any work from the entrants back catalogue. Upload your image to Instagram, tag @fellowshiphair and use the hashtag #fellowshipinternational21 Closing date is 3 September 2021. Visit fellowshiphair.com/awards-1/2021-fellowship-awards to enter now! For more information: Instagram: @fellowshiphair Email: carol@fellowshiphair.com
FROM WASTE TO WORKWEAR
Introducing Tabatha by BeauTex, a salon specific collaboration between hairdressing phenomenon Tabatha Coffey and Brisbanebased clothing label BeauTex Designs. The range of hairdressing focused fashion pieces ticks all the boxes for today’s hairdresser, being stylish, functional, comfortable, and sustainably driven all at once. The 2021 fashion-forward capsule collection is designed to be gender-neutral and inclusive of all body types. The range is constructed in sleek black fabric durable enough to withstand harsh chemicals. It’s also crease free, quick drying and made with a cooling fabric, becoming an ideal everyday outfit for
hairdressers in all environments. The collection of work wear is sustainably sourced, bleach resistant, and ethically made, all created from 100% RPET (repurposed plastic bottles) through a process whereby the RPET is flaked, pelletised, and extruded into yarn and finally woven into a textile. BeauTex also only uses OEKO-TEX approved dyes, which are third party tested to ensure no toxins are released into the environment and waterways during the dying process. BeauTex is Global Recycling Standards certified and a member of Sedex, an ethical trade membership organisation that helps businesses maintain responsible practices and sourcing. www.beautexdesigns.com 22
Hair Biz Year 15 Issue 4
SHARON BLAIN BOOTCAMP REBOOTED
Education guru Sharon Blain has launched her Boot Camp Rebooted 4-Day Workshop for Hair Stylists and Makeup Artists, coming to Sydney in August and September 2021 and Melbourne in 2022. So if you want to be highly skilled, highly sought after and totally confident, no matter what styling challenge comes your way, this could be the program for you. Offering 32 hours of non-stop education, Sharon’s four-day Boot Camps are renowned and hosted worldwide, and this all new format will ensure attendees advance with confidence as a superior bridal stylist, leading celebrity stylist, independent hair and makeup artist or an in-demand hair influencer. Under the tutelage of Sharon herself, Bootcamp Rebooted will cater to the demand of on-trend contemporary looks, elevating the skills of all attendees to achieve these styles. Get ready to elevate your styling game as you master all the essential fundamentals of dressing hair. It will teach the correct foundational skills and current techniques necessary to produce stunning long hair results and equip students with the underpinning knowledge of the principles of hair design that are key for styling success. For more information on Workshops, please visit the website. www.sharonblain.com
NATIONAL PYJAMA DAY IS BACK
Who wants to dress up in PJs at work on Saturday 31 July? If that sounds like your vibe, then get your salon team and clients involved by joining the Mocha Angels and support the Love Your Sister fundraising campaign in 2021. Love Your Sister is Australia’s hardest working cancer vanquishing charity, and since its inception in 2012 has raised over $13M for medical research. Founded by Gold Logie-winning actor and Victorian Australian of the Year 2018, Samuel Johnson OAM, Love Your Sister supports personalised treatment for ALL cancer patients, whatever the cancer, regardless of location, income, or status. It strives for the right treatment for every cancer patient, first time, every time. So far, the hair and beauty industry has raised over $200,000 and the Mocha team invites you to be part of the fundraising fun once again. Anyone can join, simply register as the link below and Mocha will send you all the materials and content you need to get started. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TYTGR8S
