Posts Tagged "Vidal Sassoon"
Oct21

Nick Arrojo to Demonstrate Razor Cu...

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Celebrity hairstylist Nick Arrojo will be demonstrating his razor cutting techniques on ScissorBoy TV on October 24th 2011. Many of you must have seen Nick before as a transformation guru on TLC’s What Not to Wear.

During that episode, Nick will demonstrate his amazing razor cutting techniques and explain how razor cutting can prove efficient over scissor cutting in certain situations.

Nick began his distinguished career with Vidal Sassoon in Manchester, England. In 1994, he moved to New York City as director of education for Bumble + bumble Salon. In 2001, he opened Arrojo studio in New York City, a custom-built salon.

His impressive client list consists of Karen Ferrari, Bryan Adams, Minnie Driver, Yamila Diaz, Melissa Keller and more.

Stay tuned to ScissorBoy.com and look out for our episode featuring Nick Arrojo on October 24, 2011.

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Nov9

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Mark Hayes, In...

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Mark Hayes is a name that has been inspiring young hairdressers at Sassoon with his passionate approach to hair and his technical expertise. After spending 30 years with the company, Mark is currently the International Creative Director for Vidal Sassoon.

In an interview with Scissorboy, Mark Hayes talks about the Seasonal Sassoon collections as well as shares his success story. He also provides tips for hairstylists that are either starting out or want to move to the next level.

We filmed a special interview with Mark Hayes during the Salon International 2010 event that concluded last  month in the UK.

Check out the EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Mark Hayes below:

Mark was 12 years old when he saw David Bowie (English rock musician) on stage and decided to do something creative in his life. Mark choose to enter the hairdressing industry and has never looked back ever since.

Starting his Vidal Sassoon career at the age of 19, Mark has been with the company for 30 years. In 2005, Hayes was bestowed the honor of becoming Sassoon International Creative Director.

Mark has ultimate responsibility for the renowned Seasonal Sassoon collections, eagerly anticipated by those wanting to know the future of fashionable hair, and has been instrumental in the launch of the company’s latest innovation, Sassoon Professional.

Mark has been the nominated for the British Hairdresser of the Year Award. Among his many accolades, Mark is proud to have won the ‘Fellowship Hairdresser of the Year’ award 2005.

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Jun8

The Vidal Sassoon Interview: Import...

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I recently checked out a podcast of Vidal Sassoon. The legendary stylist was talking to Modern Salon about the new movie – Vidal Sassoon the Movie. He also shared his thoughts on the movie, insights from his 60-year career and gave some amazing advice for stylists and cosmetology students.

Vidal Sassoon The Movie, is produced by Michael Gordon, founder of the Bumble and Bumble hair salons. In the podcast, Vidal reveals that Michael Gordon wanted to give him a birthday present and that’s how the idea of producing a movie on the life of Vidal Sassoon emerged.

Vidal Sassoon The Movie made its world premiere last month at Tribeca Film Festival.

Michael Gordon and his team worked very hard to depict the life of the man who changed the world with a pair of scissors. This movie documents the life of Vidal Sassoon – from his days in a London orphanage, to his time as an Israeli soldier, through his incredible career.

Some amazing takeaways from his podcast are:

  • One can start from nothing and create something.
  • To become successful, stylists should have the “will” to achieve something and “discipline” while achieving it.
  • Stylists who get bored of cutting hair after some time, say 10 years, should quit the craft according to Vidal.
  • Stylists should get together more often to become more creative. They should share and bring new ideas on table. Such an attitude and atmosphere within the industry professionals would make hairdressing even better than what it is today.
  • Vidal Sassoon stressed on the importance of teamwork to develop something new and extra-ordinary.

According to Vidal, providing training is what makes him really proud of all his achievements from his 60 year career. He thinks that by providing awesome training you share new techniques and foster a mutual learning atmosphere.

You can check out this podcast here. Once you are done with the podcast, let me know what you learned from it by tweeting your thoughts at @TheScissorBoy

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May6

Vidal Sassoon The Movie

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Vidal Sassoon is regarded as the man who changed the world with a pair of scissors. This hairdressing pioneer rose to fame nearly 50 years ago with his geometric cuts. He is an inspiration for many and for the first time a new movie will provide a deep intimate look into his life.

Vidal Sassoon The Movie is a film and book project documenting the life of Vidal Sassoon – from his days in a London orphanage, to his time as an Israeli soldier, through his incredible career.

The film tells of Sassoon’s rise from an impoverished childhood as a Jewish boy in London, to fighting for Israel against the Arabs, to forging his career as a hairdresser, building his company and becoming a television star.

Vidal Sassoon The Movie, is produced by Michael Gordon, founder of the Bumble and Bumble hair salons. This film depicts the life of the 82 year old legend who quit school at age 14 and began to train as a hairdresser.

Today Vidal Sassoon is a global brand, but the legendary hairstylist feels that hairdressers still don’t get the respect they deserve. He says that some people still view hairdressing as “a craft for creeps and freaks.” It’s not recognized by enough people as a worthy craft.

Vidal Sassoon The Movie made its world premiere last week at Tribeca Film Festival. You can stay tuned for updates about the movie and related events by following Vidal Sassoon The Movie on Facebook.

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Apr1

Jon is eliminated from Shear Genius...

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Shear Genius Season 3 is down to just three stylists now as Jon was eliminated last night. Bravo’s reality show will now see Brig, Matthew and Janine fight for the ultimate prize.

Shear Genius Season 3 Episode 9 was entitled “Bring It on, Bitches”. In this episode all the competitors were required to style their first celebrity client which was none other than the host of the show – Camila Alves!

The judges had surprised everyone by not sending anyone home during Episode 8 of Shear Genius 3. However, Jon was sent off last night and the show lost its entertaining and sincere stylist. Matthew won the Short Cut challenge while Brig won the Elimination Challenge.

For the Elimination Challenge, legendary stylist Oribe joined as guest judge and offered the stylists some insight into creating a brand for themselves. Incidentally, Jon had spent five years working for Oribe where he styled countless runway shows and honed his craft.

Jon has regularly worked with celebrities like Bette Midler, Janet Jackson, LeAnn Rimes, Alan Jackson, Lisa Marie Presley and Poison. He has continuously harnessed his skills as a stylist at a myriad of notable institutions, including Bumble & Bumble in New York, Vidal Sassoon in Los Angeles and Jingles in London.

It was disappointing to see the elimination of Jon. He was always very entertaining and creative. Even during the Elimination Challenge, he took a bit risk by choosing a thin-haired model, and it paid off.

Bravo’s reality show will now see 3 stylists competing for the top prize. Who do you think will win Shear Genius Season 3? Tweet us your thoughts: @TheScissorBoy

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