Seven Sassy Spring Styles

If there is one thing we love, it's a change of Season.  Prepare ahead with our list of Seven Styles that we think are going to hit Spring...Hard!

To book your appointment with our Stylists simply visit www.tommyshaircompany.com and find your  nearest Salon!

Suzanne Joins the Team

Suzanne has joined the Tommy's Team and will be working at the Ruthin & Chester Salon to meet with demand!  We thought we would ask Suzanne a few questions so that you can get to know our new addition a little better!

Q - How long have you been hairdressing?

A - " I have been hairdressing now for 28 years!  I started when I was young and I knew that this was what I wanted to do as a career.  It's changed so much from when I started and the amount of dedication and business sense it takes to become a well rounded hairdresser is something I think a lot of people would find surprising.  You have to work with numbers, you need to know about chemicals and the reactions they have with different types of colour and products as well as being aware of body language and empathy!  It's not the 'drop-out' subject that so many people believe it is nowadays."

Q - What do you love to do as a Hairdresser?

A- " I love all aspects of hairdressing, but I think my favourite is colouring...no wait...Hair Up Styling...Or maybe Barbering?  It's so hard to choose! I love everything about it!"

Q - How did you first learn about Tommy's?

A - " A friend noticed that you were expanding and suggested that I give it a go!  I think it's important to have progress in your head at all times, not only in your Career but also your skillset. I knew that Tommy's was very forward thinking as a Company so it piqued my interest to see what the opportunities could be here.

Q - What drew you to Tommy's?

A - " The biggest thing that drew me to apply was the evident Teamwork that goes through all the work and messages that I seen on Social Media. I love the idea of being a part of a group of people who evidently love what they do, and it looks like they're a good bunch!  The second was the Countryside!  How amazing is the Salon location?  To be able to look at majestic mountains and rolling countryside whilst still only being half an hour away from a City is just incredible!  I'm looking forward to some long walks!"

Q - What is your favourite part of Hairdressing?

A - " Like I mentioned before it's hard to choose just one!  But I do like colouring.  The evolution of colour recently has been epic!  Balayage is my favourite technique at the moment. The different degrees of it are so brilliant!  Whether it's a soft sun-kissed look or brighter funkier techniques it is a technique that is so diverse and flexible to magnify the style on any Cut or look.

Q - Who is your favourite Hairdresser

A - "This is a difficult one as I think there are some great industry icons out there!  I would probably say for Colour, it has to be Guy Tang. The things he produces are just jaw dropping!  The great thing is that you don't have to copy his work (Mermaid Hair may not go down brilliantly at the office and takes a long time to achieve!) But you can use the looks as inspiration for more wearable and every-day hair.  The other is Paul Stafford.  His looks and Style is very edgy and I do like the fact that you could get away with the majority of his style in real life.  I like to be creative whilst keeping a style manageable.

Q - What are your hopes for our Industry?

A - " Hairdressing has come on light years since I began 28 years ago and I really hope the momentum stays.  Take Barbering for example, it's completely changed from little backstreet shops that were seen as nothing special, into this massive lifestyle choice for men!  From sitting on hard fold up chairs waiting your turn to boutique and tailor made Barbershops that cater for a mans every pampering need!  I think it's incredible!  I also hope that the evolution of colour continues, not just in a fashion related manner but also scientifically.  With the creation of products like SmartBond to help keep the condition of hair whilst it's being coloured, and INOA with it's Oil Delivery System I think it's great that whilst Fashion for colour is demanding more and more brighter and bold colours the condition and health of the Guests hair is also front and centre! "

Q - Time to get a bit off topic....Given the chance, who would you like to be for one day?

A " Haha! This is going to sound weird but I'd love to be Prince Harry!  He seems like he has a great balance of fun and responsibility! He does so much for charity also which I think is incredible! Getting to see the world, meeting so many inspirational people, living in BUCKINGHAM PALACE! Imagine! I'd love to see what goes on behind the scenes with the Royal Family and how it all runs!

Q - What's the one thing you can't live without?

Suzanne with her Family

A - " Apart from my family, as they obviously mean the world to me!  I would have to say my phone...That makes me sound like teenager doesn't it?  Haha, but it connects me to the world and I'm always searching through YouTube for new Styling techniques or following the inspirational Hairdressers on Facebook or Twitter.  In this day and age we are so connected and information is so readily available it's so easy to keep learning, and I think as a Hairdresser you should never ever stop learning!



For a limited time there is an amazing introductory offer with Suzanne for 35% off!  To book you can claim the offer through facebook below, or call the Ruthin Salon on 01824 709977 and quote 'Suzanne Offer'

What would you wear from Fashion Week?

Of course the clothes may be a little out of our price range...However we can take away some fantastic hair looks from the shows and wear those!  Our Top Stylist from the Chester Salon Hanna, has a look at what looks from LFW16 you can take away and make into wearable every day styles!

The show that is on everyone's mind right now is of course Alexander McQueen, and all the hair accessories!
If you are a brave one , mismatch the hair jewelry and put them randomly in the hair, or If you like a more sophisticated look a lá Peter Pilotto . Seen on London fashion week.






















WET LOOK HAIR!
To copy the look , as seen on Simone Rocha LFW, you need to wet your hair and then use a gel , let it dry naturally , simple as that and you will be the coolest on the party!
From our range in Tommys, we recommend "Scruff Me" from L'oreal Techni Art . Get it in your nearest Tommy's salon!

LOW PONY TAIL!
Is it time for a hair wash but you don't have the time ? The low ponytail will save your day! Seen on Proenza Shouler show for NYFW . Take a piece of your hair and wrap around the bobble and make it stay with a clip , for a nice little detail.

PONY TWIST!
Or go for a ponytail with a twist , spotted on Prabal Gurung on NYFW.  A good hairspray is a really good investment to take rid of fluff and baby hair .  We recommend Kerastase Laque Noire or Coutoure hair spray , available in your local Tommy's Salon!

Would you clean your hotel room before the maid came?

Should I wash my hair before coming to the Salon?

We don't want to be gross or anything but we love dirty hair. Ok, there is a cut off point of  how many days you can go without shampooing, but you should NEVER (except one instance!) shampoo your hair before you come to the salon.

Coming for your colour done? Always come with dry hair (Professional Tip!) it saves time if you want to be out on time, and means that it won't need to be blow dried before hand!  Dirty hair (second...even third day hair is ok) makes it easier for the technician to place foils.  Oils secreted by your hair also form a type of protection against possible irritation by the colour!

With a haircut...Well having a dry cut is like going to McDonalds for a Salad.  You want the burger but you've cheated yourself out of it, and it costs exactly the same!  You have come to the professionals and it costs no more or less to sit back in our shiatsu massage chairs, and feel the stress of every day life melt away with every knot that is kneaded out of your back by the chair. Pair that with the KILLER head ritual that is done during your shampoo and you will wonder why you cheated yourself out of this experience for so long!

But you should come with your hair styled the way you normally wear it.  Makes it easier for the Stylists to see what you do with your hair, and see what kind of effort and/or style you put in yourself.

Hair Up and Curling appointments should always be washed and dried the day before, then just left.  No styling products...no oils...just your hair. Okay...Maybe a volumising cream such as Forme Fatale or Lift Vertige from Kerastase but nothing else!  It gives a great base for doing hair up and curling, and if we need to change the texture for any reason then we can always do that in the chair :)

And that exception when you should wash your hair....Chlorine.  Always wash your hair after being in a swimming pool...Chlorine reacts with colour, and the results can be...how shall we say...Interesting?  Also if you have put any lightening products such as SUN-IN or other type of thing, let your stylist know!  The results of that with foils and lifting agents can be very serious!

So if you haven't washed your hair when you visit us...Don't worry, it's going to happen anyway.  It's like cleaning the hotel room before the maid comes!

Well she has been away from the scene for a little while but she is back! We asked Sally Matischok, now of the Chester Branch, what she's seen on the scene recently, and what she thinks is going to translate down on the High Street this Spring/Summer.  Looks like it's going to be 90's revival minimum hair and

bold art-box colours (not just block either, think hair chalk patterns!!), messy styles, and inventive hair up!  We love it!