

Style Inspiration: Sisters of Shalati by Anne Veck
My new collection Sisters of Shalati was inspired by a visit to South Africa where I learnt about the warrior queen or Hosikati of the Tsonga tribe, Queen Shalati. According to oral tradition, she was no ordinary woman and when her clan was under threat, she would be the first to pickup her war axe and organise the defence of her people. My models and their looks epitomise feminine strength and determination, expressed through a diverse selection of action focussed textured


Style Inspiration: Illuminate by Jon Wilsdon
“Illuminate is a collection that explores the interplay of light in revealing shape and form.” Jon Wilsdon, North Western Hairdresser of the Year Hair: Jon Wilsdon at TONI&GUY Manchester Colour: Francesco Fontana Make-up: Kelly Mendiola Styling: Borna Prikaski Photographer: David Mannah


Style Inspiration: Kalopsia by Efi Davies
“Kalopsia embodies the illusion of beauty that transcends reality with a confident and experimental approach. The collection pushes creative boundaries to uncover the inherent beauty within everyone. Each piece celebrates the delicate balance between illusion and reality, blending innovation with timeless elegance to capture the true essence of Kalopsia.” Efi Davies, Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year Hair by Efi Davies at TONI&GUY London Make-up: Lan Nguyen Grealis Clothe


Style Inspiration: Romantic Rebels by David Corbett
“Romantic Rebels takes inspiration from the 1980's New Romantic movement where fashion, make-up and hair was flamboyant and eccentric and we have given it a more current and beautiful twist.” David Corbett Hair: David Corbett at David Corbett Hairdressing, Glasgow Make-up: Maddie Austin and Lan Grealis Assistant: Amy Laing Styling: Clare Frith Photographer: Michael Young


Style Inspiration: ‘THEM’ by FAME Team
What the Team had to say… Elle Foreman ‘ In a world often bound by rigid stereotypes, 'THEM' challenges conventional norms. We wanted to embrace fluidity, and this photoshoot celebrates the beauty of individuality in all of its forms. Coming away from the traditional idea of beauty, 'THEM' celebrates individuals who challenge conformity, whose hair becomes a canvas for self-expression and empowerment. From gender-fluid


Style Inspiration: Femme Fatale by Adrian Pardo
Inspired by a melting pot of bold and sophisticated trends, Adrian Pardo's new Femme Fatale collection is a celebration of individuality, empowerment and innovation. This proposal transforms hair into a canvas for artistic expression, combining technical mastery with a futuristic vision that redefines the limits of color. The collection stands out for its focus on wigs meticulously constructed with natural hair bases, designed in collaboration with the Iván Rojas School of Ma


Style Inspiration: Focus by Annabel Payne
“I set out to create looks that are both bold and refined. I chose a white backdrop to bring a clean minimalistic element that allows the focus to be on the contrasts within each look. By mixing more commercial styles with editorial shapes, I wanted to strike a balance between relatable and unconventional.” Annabel Payne, Newcomer of the Year Hair: Annabel Payne at TONI&GUY London Make-up: Louise Lerego Styling : Borna Prikaski Photography: Narita Savoor


Style Inspiration: Shape of Frequency by RUSH Hair
Built on a precise, structured cut, lilac blue and sky blue bring a sense of depth, but it’s the black shadow colour that truly defines the shape. The black creates strong, geometric lines and gives the look its structure, sculpting the shade into a bold, dimensional form. The contrast between the colours enhances the overall impact, making the black shadow the centrepiece of this design. Hair – RUSH Artistic team Photographer – Jack Eames Stylist – Robert Morrison MUA –


Style Inspiration: The Sculpted Muse by Sarah McCulloch
The Sculpted Muse is an ode to the artistry of hair, where texture, form and creativity converge. Inspired by the timeless beauty of Sculptural Art, each look in the collection is designed to highlight the intricate details and natural flow of textured hair. From bold, defined shapes to soft, fluid curves, Sculpted Muse celebrates the beauty of individuality and self-expression through hair. Like a muse that inspires greatness, this collection brings out the powerful, unapolo


Style Inspiration: Mocha Mousse
"I totally welcome these Uber versatile tones as I feel they are achievable for the majority. I love the richness which has an elegant warming affect that connects well to nature with an earthy feel . Just like with our coffee drinks we can add more cream to subdued the strength or we can add more chocolate for a warmer more vibrant flavour. I see ‘mocha mousse’ being everywhere this year and once again milk_shake had predicted this trend with their launch of mocha tones with




