The next generation of hairdressing stars: warren holmes
Published
25th Aug 2011
by rachael
HJi speaks to a selection of inspirational rising hairdressing stars who have already made an impact on the industry.
Warren Holmes
Warren Holmes, 26, is the international creative director of Nicky Clarke salon and is often in demand by a host of A-listers.
"From the age of 10, I wanted to be a hairdresser. I remember walking into my mum's bedroom and being mesmerised watching her straighten her hair. I would read magazines and mix products together and style my friends' hair."
"I was lucky to get a job with Nicky Clarke early in my career, and learned the fundamentals of hairdressing from the man himself. I then moved to Australia as creative consultant for a hair company in Sydney and started working with Chanel, styling hair for their shows. When I returned to the UK, I collaborated with Malcolm Edwards on various projects, working with big names such as photographer Mario Testino and film director Tim Burton. My work appeared in some of fashion's biggest publications, including British, French and Italian editions of Vogue."
"From this I started to get calls from celebrities wanting me to do their hair. I've worked with Sienna Miller, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Stella Tennant and most recently Kate Bosworth and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. Working with celebrities means I have to know exactly what's happening on a red carpet and in magazines, and know which celebrity is wearing what hairstyle and dress at a particular time. Unlike regular clients, they don't want to copy someone else, they want to be original. Every day of every week is different and I wouldn't want it any other way. I've never been at such an exciting point in my career."
What advice would you give to other youngsters?
"Be reliable, professional and approachable. Learn how to cut hair and understand how hair moves and falls. Learn setting and dressing techniques as you never know when you'll need them. Always be open to new ideas and never think you know it all. Mistakes are the best way of learning; it means you're trying something new."
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