FAME Team update with Mathew Sutcliffe..A Day With Richard from Saco-London.

FAME Team update with Mathew Sutcliffe..A Day With Richard from Saco-London.
Venue: Saco Academy, Goodge Street, London.

When arriving at the Saco Academy we were greeted by Brett- one of the senior educators at Saco. Brett is from the Gold Coast and is an ex-FAME Team member from nearly ten years ago. After briefly talking to Brett, naturally everyone felt at home as there was common ground between us (everyone shared the same interests and passions).

We were then taken down in to the main seminar and educator area and asked take a seat. A short video of Richard and Saco's work was played before Richard made his entrance with two stunning models.

After introducing himself, Richard and Brett showcased some of the best cutting skills I've ever seen!

On Richards model he wanted to create a strong online with disconnection- resulting in a multifunctional haircut.

Brett worked a short bob with a fringe that enhanced her natural features.

Their style of work is more about the suitability to the client/model and how each element of the haircut works with the natural features and hair textures.
This is a great rule at Saco and you can see it throughout all the work they do.

After a short break we were introduced to Richards second model- a long dark haired girl. He demonstrated how haircuts can be incorporated in to longer hairstyles without having to do a generic layer that is mostly commonly found in salons.

Sam, the colour specialist, then set about colouring Brett's first model. Stating that the same rule applies when working with colour; 'style is suitability.' Sam is very articulated in his use of words with her descriptions of colour being like poetry. It is obvious her knowledge of colour is second to none.

We worked on one model each in the afternoon. (supplied by Saco) Not only was this a great opportunity to work with Richard and his team but to also see where were with our own team and see where we wanted to take our forthcoming shoots, shows and seminars.

This was one of the best days of my career! Richard and Saco know their shit!

WANTED!! Full Time Hairdressing Academy Manager – Leeds City Centre

Full Time Hairdressing Academy Manager – Leeds City Centre

Salary negotiable depending on levels of experience.

Westrow is one of the UK’s most respected hairdressing companies in the North of England. With seven salons across the Yorkshire region employing more than 80 experienced hairdressers, our philosophy has always been to deliver the highest quality and innovative hairdressing services.

We are now expanding our Award Winning Hairdressing Education, opening our first training academy of educational excellence. This will give us the opportunity to extend our teaching provision in Work Based Learning and offer delivery of Apprenticeship Programmes to independent salon owners in the Yorkshire region.

We are looking to appoint a full time Academy Manager to head up a team of talented and committed professionals within our NEW commercial Academy opening in April 2013 in the heart of Leeds City Centre.

You will take the lead on developing and maximising business opportunities in our state-of-the-art Academy, while ensuring the continued excellence of our students' learning experience.

We need you to have experience of working in the hairdressing industry along with the usual excellent leadership, team working and communication skills.  You will have recently taught and have relevant hairdressing qualifications and a PGCE/Cert Ed (or equivalent) teaching qualification.

Brief description of duties

·         To lead the day to day operation of the Academy's business ensuring it is managed effectively and efficiently to maintain high quality teaching and learning with the highest levels of customer satisfaction

·         To develop and promote constructive relations with local employers and other external stake holders for the benefit of the students and the communities the Academy serves

·         To plan, prepare and teach across Level 2 and 3 Hairdressing Apprenticeship Frameworks

·         To carry out his/her duties and responsibilities at all times with due regard to the Academy’s Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety and Quality Management Policies

·         To undertake any training relevant to the efficient execution of the above duties, and to take responsibility of your own professional development

Westrow values equality and diversity and strives to ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all our learners.

If you are interested in applying please email a current CV to: carla@francescogroup.co.uk

WANTED! Full Time Salon Receptionist / Front of House – Leeds City Centre.

Full Time Salon Receptionist / Front of House – Leeds City Centre.

Excellent Salary - negotiable depending on levels of experience.

Westrow is one of the UK’s most respected hairdressing companies in the North of England. With seven salons across the Yorkshire region employing more than 80 experienced hairdressers, we are now expanding our Award Winning Hairdressing Education, opening our first training academy of educational excellence.

We are seeking to employ a full time Salon Receptionist / Front of House to work 5 days within our NEW commercial Academy opening in April 2013 in the heart of Leeds City Centre.

Ideally you will have experience in the hairdressing industry and have excellent communication skills and professional appearance. In addition you will become an integral member of this successful team in its drive to achieve outstanding results. This is an exciting time to join our busy training facility which opens to the general public five days a week.

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Demonstrate the highest standards of Customer Service.
• To operate the Reception computerised system.
• Answering telephones and dealing with clients enquiries.
• Booking appointments by telephone or in person.
• Assist with the day to day running of the Academy.
• Carry out administration duties.

Westrow values quality and diversity and strives to ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all our learners.

If you are interested in applying please email a current CV to: carla@francescogroup.co.uk

Set the Tone at Westrow

Set the Tone at Westrow
Five colour graduates from our seven style-savvy salons were also celebrating this month after they each successfully completed the prestigious L’Oreal Colour Specialist course, which sets the standard for colourists dedicated to technical excellence.  There is now a total of nine technically-savvy Colour Specialists throughout our seven salons who are experts in what’s hot in colour this season. Head to one of our salons for a complimentary colour consultation. You won’t be disappointed!

Call any of the Westrow salons to talk colour now!
HARROGATE Tel: 01423 522666
ILKLEY  Tel: 01943 600091  
LEEDS Tel: 0113 2456948
LEEDS Tel: 0113 245 6220
WESTPARK Tel: 0113 274 0999
WETHERBY Tel: 01937 588 777
YORK Tel: 01904 629 991

Go with the flow Come on,Vogue

 

Congratulations to Westrow's Lauren Elliot and Matthew Sutcliffe, winners of the 2012 L'Oreal Colour Trophy, whose stunning work has been showcased in the latest issue of Brtish Vogue. Editor Alexandra Shulman describes the March issue as: "one of the most relevant of the year" and the spring equivalent of the September issue. "As a fashion showcase, we know that it will be scanned by designers, photographers, stylists and retailers, as well as by our faithful non-industry readers, to see what is happening in the fashion world, and this year we won't disappoint," says Alexandra. "Apart from anything else, the breadth of photography and styling emphasises the versatility and originality of the creative side of fashion." 

FameTeam update with Mathew Sutcliffe..A Day With Errol Douglas

 

FameTeam update with Mathew Sutcliffe.

A Day With Errol Douglas

The day started early for all of the 'Fame Team' members. As snow covered most of England the team were heading to the Bed Head studio in Battersea to spend a full day learning editorial and avant-garde hair from the master that is Errol Douglas MBE. 

Without too much disruption the team assembled at 10am; Errol had already set up his kit and had prepped his model - he obviously haven’t had to battle with southern rail since 7am! We were amazed at the amount of hair pieces and kit he had but couldn’t wait to hear about the day he had planned for us. We started the day with a fascinating talk through Errol’s career; it was enthralling to hear about how it all started in a salon in the East End of London aged 11, as a Saturday boy and how he worked his way up the ladder even sharing his 'Fame Team' experience to reach the point where he is traveling across the globe working on high profile shoots and shows.He also shared some invaluable advice on being the fame team 2013. 

 Errol brought his amazing 6ft pale brunet model out from where she was hiding - the hair had already been prepped with some embossing to create a candyfloss texture to work with. The first look Errol did for us used some of his favourite items of kit - chopped up hair donuts - a series of roles placed on top of the hair. It was a fantastic first look. 

The next style used a hair piece Errol and his team had prepped along with a very fine hair net - again he showed us ways of securing the hair and how to attach external hair pieces.This look was full of movement through the back but with a very fine black hairnet created structure.

The penultimate look was hidden hair pieces and wire; created by covering a visor in the models hair and wiring a plat at the back with the end result been a shell shape.

The final style re-created one of Errol’s BHA looks; it not only had a hair peace but the return of Errol’s prised donuts. It encompassed all the elements of the day and was a fabulous look to finish on and when the gown was removed the combination of killer heals and a sky scraping hair style, the model looked incredible. 

After lunch it was our turn and we all got involved as soon as we could. In something akin to the Great British Bake Off we all started busily prepping our models hair with the same super fine crimp that Errol used. We spent the afternoon jamming with each other creating our own versions of Errol’s looks and then taking it in our own direction. By the end of the day we had the start of some amazing shapes we could use in the shows and shoots we have coming up. 

Over all it was a great day once again.

 

WOW!! NEW YEAR, NEW HUE

NEW YEAR, NEW HUE
As winner of the 2012 L'Oreal Colour Trophy, we pride ourselves on offering you the 'wow' factor every time you visit one of our seven salons, which is why we've launched Westrow offer Wednesday - or WOW. With New Year just around the corner, get set for a heavenly half-price colour service booked with every cut and finish each Wednesday throughout January 2013. It's the perfect reason to update your colour this season.

Call any of the Westrow salons to book WOW
HARROGATE Tel: 01423 522666
ILKLEY Tel: 01943 600091 
LEEDS Tel: 0113 2456948
LEEDS Tel: 0113 245 6220
WESTPARK Tel: 0113 274 0999
WETHERBY Tel: 01937 588 777
YORK Tel: 01904 629 991
Terms & Conditions
Skin test required 48 hours prior to colour application | Available on Wednesdays only | Available at selected salons
Available with selected Stylists | Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotion | Quote WOW when making your appointment.