Stylist Spotlight: Beverley Cobella

Published 07th Nov 2024 by Sian Jones

The first solo female to win HJ’s British Hairdresser of the Year, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, Beverly C (MBE), is renowned for her photographic and TV work and raising industry standards. In this Stylist Spotlight, we take a look back at Beverley's collection highlights.

Essensuals

"This was shot for TONI&GUY magazine, by the iconic Stuart Weston. We shot 10 fashion images that day but this one stands out for me - I love the simplicity and timeless quality."

High Contrast

"This is one of my winning shots from #BHA02. I cut the model’s hair the day before. I love the disconnections in the cut, and the final image shows the contrast of strength and softness."

Memoriam

"This was shot on that fateful day of 9/11. We listened to the news unfolding and this model was from New York. She was obviously shaken and tearful, but insisted on finishing the shoot."

Mull-et Over

"I love this image from my #BHA05 Collection. It was a cut and colour I created for an educational programme. I love the soft commercial mullet with the under-colour. For me, it's another timeless shot."

Shaping Up

"I created this colour collection for Goldwell in 2011. I love the shape, the vibrancy of the colour and the jumbled curl effect with undone ends.The emotion is captured so well in this particular image."

Glam Rock

"I created this undone left-field, yet commercial, mohawk and wanted to shoot it in a more glamourised way - with attitude.This one has always been my favourite from the collection."

Colour Connection

"This was for a Goldwell colour shoot to reflect ash tones. I love the simplicity and shape of this image with the soft grey, blonde tones.This is one of my favourites for its emotive connection."

Sian Jones

Sian Jones

Published 07th Nov 2024

Sian is Editor Modern Barber and Deputy Editor Hairdressers Journal International. She has over ten years’ experience writing for print publications covering Youth & Children, TV & Entertainment and Lifestyle. Sian graduated with a degree in journalism, and whilst studying was nominated for the Guardian Digital Journalist of the Year award in 2011.

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