Fashion week insiders: michael barnes
Published
08th Sep 2010
by rachael
Name: Michael Barnes
Position/Salon: Michael Barnes, London
How long have you been working backstage at shows?
Since 1976!
What shows are you doing this season?
Pierre Garroudi
What's your favourite thing about working at fashion week?
The fantastic looking women!
What look do you predict we'll be seeing a lot of?
Avant garde hair is still having its moment, and I can guarantee you'll see a lot of turquoise...
What's your fashion week kit bag essential?
This year it's my airbrush and turquoise spray!
What do you look for in team members?
Speed and reliability. To work at fashion week you have to be efficient, a team player, and work well under pressure.
Best advice for surviving fashion week?
Don't take it too seriously - we're not saving lives.
