Fudge professional and katie eary launch new collaboration
Published
24th Apr 2018
by charlottegw
Fudge Professional has unveiled its limited edition collaboration with designer Katie Eary, featuring a unique branded apron and cape for use in salons. Watch the video below to find out more and keep reading to see the products themselves.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRiANQ7os64
The collaboration is the culmination of a ten season-strong partnership between Fudge and the designer, which has seen the fashion label flourish at Fashion Week with an array of cutting edge hair looks created by Fudge Professional.
The limited edition apron and cape, which features a bespoke beetle design from the Katie Eary SS18 catwalk show, will be available for salons to purchase from their distributors whilst stocks last.
Fudge have worked on the hair for Katie Eary’s shows for a number of seasons now. What has been your favourite look of all and why?Tracy: Working with Katie is always an exciting collaboration as she loves colour to be a big part - including the hair. This enables us to push the creative boundaries of the Fudge Professional colour range. Although it is difficult to choose a favourite from the many shows we have worked on together, I would have to say SS18 really showcased our Paintbox range at its best. I coloured many wefts in lime greens, salmon pinks and burnt orange, which the hair team then weaved into the models’ hair, resulting in such a powerful visual for the catwalk.
How different is the preparation for a fashion show when you’re creating colourful looks in the models’ hair, versus when the look is more natural?
Tracy: The hair tests for the shows can often be finalised at the last minute, or even change drastically a few days before. So you need to be prepared, ensure that you have plenty of colour stock in all colours, and plenty of wefts, and be prepared for long days! Always do test colours to show the designer, as a colour in the pot can sometimes look different on a weft.
What would your advice be for young colourists looking to get more involved in working with designers and at Fashion Week?
Tracy: Positive attitude and lots of energy! Put yourself forward for opportunities wherever you can and try work with hair teams backstage to learn and build relationships.
And now to hear from Katie. When did you start working with Fudge Professional?
Katie: I started working with Fudge Professional five years ago. The hair is so important for Katie Eary shows, because my designs are very print-tastic, and when it comes to my shows they’re always drenched in colour and vibrancy.
Describe the collaborative process?
Katie: The week before a show I’ll sit down with Fudge Professional, tell them about my inspiration for the collection, pulling together my references and what I love, to show the team. From here, we work together to create the hair look for the show. Fudge have been so supportive of my shows.
Tell us about this apron collaboration?
Katie: Designer collaborations are often watered down, but I wanted to make sure ours wasn’t. I took a print straight from the runway and incorporated this into the apron and cape, so they look like they’ve come straight off the catwalk as ready-to-wear.
And now to hear from Katie. When did you start working with Fudge Professional?
Katie: I started working with Fudge Professional five years ago. The hair is so important for Katie Eary shows, because my designs are very print-tastic, and when it comes to my shows they’re always drenched in colour and vibrancy.
Describe the collaborative process?
Katie: The week before a show I’ll sit down with Fudge Professional, tell them about my inspiration for the collection, pulling together my references and what I love, to show the team. From here, we work together to create the hair look for the show. Fudge have been so supportive of my shows.
Tell us about this apron collaboration?
Katie: Designer collaborations are often watered down, but I wanted to make sure ours wasn’t. I took a print straight from the runway and incorporated this into the apron and cape, so they look like they’ve come straight off the catwalk as ready-to-wear.
Price: Fudge Professional Katie Eary Apron £10.95 and Cape £14.95
