Unique celebrates 10 years at the star awards

The fourth biennial Unique Star Awards took place to celebrate the company’s 10^th birthday alongside recognising the very best in the team as well as the launch of the salon group’s inaugural Artistic Team. Prizes for the winners included training from Wella UK, vouchers for Adel, a team day out, plus lots Champagne and dinners for two. Following a drinks reception hosted by Wella UK, guests enjoyed a presentation of the first collection by the new Artistic Team, managed by Matthew Whiting and Hollie Lindop. The pair worked closely with the University of Hull’s photographic and fashion courses to create a short behind the scenes video and the collection outfits. And the winners were: Caroline Abuelo Star Assistant* ELLEN MORROD Salon Host of the Year DANIEL SMITH Soaring Star of the Year IYLA SLATER Retail Star of the Year JODIE BILTON Star Colourist of the Year BIANCA BASSETT Director’s Cup MATTHEW WHITING Shining Star of the Year HELEN BUCKNELL Salon of the Year COTTINGHAM Managing Director, Allan Smith said, “This was the hardest year ever to select even the finalists. I am so proud to be part of this amazing team – who all worked so hard from the directors to the assistants. The vision of key people to keep the business moving forward and always being ahead of the competition is inspiring. A big thank you to my team and to all the guests who helped us celebrate this wonderful evening.”