Style Inspiration: Achromatopsia by Michelle Summers Davies

“Achromatopsia is a condition that limits vision to black, white, and shades of grey. My goal was to blend strength with a gentle touch, fusing structure and creativity. By working with diverse hair textures, I wanted to evoke both strength and fluidity, shaping the hair into imaginative forms. The notion of the turtle's contrasting elements – a resilient shell and a soft core – served as a guiding principle, allowing each style to come alive. From daring fringes to graceful curls and a flawless canvas, the absence of colour highlights the importance of recognising the spectrum of shades between extremes.

This collection is a reflection of my journey as a barber, harking back to my early days when I first fell in love with bold angles and clean lines. Those initial influences are deeply ingrained in this collection, with movement infused throughout.”

Hair by Michelle Summers Davies at Michelle Davies Hair, Goodwick, Pembrokeshire

Assisted by Georgia Davies and Claire John

Make-up: Drew Suleman

Photographs: Narita Savoor

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