Whether you’re obsessed with fashion, are looking for an opportunity to travel or just want to learn more about alternative routes into barbering, becoming a session stylist could be a great option for you. Here, three experts share their advice on how to get started… Tariq Howes, owner of Avenue Barbershop, has worked with brands such as Chanel, Burberry and Louis Vuitton, and has a list of celebrity clients including Wes Nelson, Munya Chawawa and Liam Payne, to name a few. He says… “My first tip would be to get messaging anyone you admire and ask if they need assisting on any shoots – e ..read more

While barbers have historically been known to accept walk-ins, in recent years appointment-based bookings have been increasing. We spoke to barbers across the UK to find out what works for them. Kyle Ross, OSMO Ambassador from Sovereign Grooming in Aberdeen, says: “At Sovereign we have operated an appointment-based approach to our services since we opened in 2016. This gives many benefits to the clients who can book an appointment with the barber of their choosing at the time and date that suits them. A lot of our clients are professionals and don’t have the time to sit and wait, so being ..read more

Launched in February 2024, Denman’s very first College Star Competition, dubbed Denman’s Big Blowout Competition, tasked students with submitting front, back and side images of one brilliant blow dry.  Yasmin Ainsley, a student from East Durham College, was announced as Denman’s first College Star out of hundreds of entries. After securing a prize consisting of £1000 plus a £200 tool bundle for the college hairdressing department, Yasmin proudly remarked:“I was quite happy with the blow-dry so I am glad the judges liked it.” Denman CEO Kevin McNamee commented on the results saying ..read more

The quiff is an amalgamation of various styles, including the pompadour, the flattop, and even the mohawk. Like the pompadour, the quiff can be traced back to the 1950s, with famous faces like Elvis and James Dean remembered for this iconic style, but it also gained momentum in the 1980s, becoming a staple of the Teddy Boy movement. So, What is a Quiff? “A quiff is characterised by the hair at the front pushed up and backwards away from the forehead, creating volume and height at the front of the head,” explains Dee Biberian, owner of Biberian Barbers. “It typically involves mid to short lengt ..read more

OSMO has appointed its latest brand ambassador, Dale Mehmet. Dale began his barbering career eight years ago. His easy manner with people and ability to chat lots, coupled with naturally creative talent drew him into the barbering world. Having initially attended university after school to study art, he found the formal training restrictive and decided to leave in his final year. After a short time in retail, he found himself drawn into the buzzy world of barbering after a visit to his local barbers led to him being invited to shadow the owner. Dale was hooked and he realised this was the ..read more

Ever wondered why some clients don’t come back? Ever thought about why they decided to go somewhere else? Would you like to know the answers? Nathan Haley (@nathshapes on Instagram) shares his insight… (Number 3 is the biggie!) 1. The atmosphere or environment doesn’t suit them. I’ve heard from my clients that the reason they left their last barber or hairdresser, was because the vibe of the atmosphere wasn’t for them. Fix: Make sure the atmosphere your clients are experiencing suits them. If a lot of them are professionals and have kids, maybe think about not having the music too loud. The at ..read more

Modern Barber’s Collection of the Month for April comes to us from Christian Scott Hairdressing. Discussing the collection, Eden Keshia from Christian Scott Hairdressing, shared: “We’re often inspired by our clients at Christian Scott Hairdressing. The loyal faces that come in to the salon each week that we’ve come to know over the years keep us motivated and creative. We chose some of our regular clients as the focal point of this shoot and show some of the weekly cuts that come in to the salon. For lighting, Matteo – our talented photographer – used clean composition and lighting to highligh ..read more

Take a peek inside Supply 91‘s new flagship location; nestled amidst the vibrant heart of Central London, lies a minimalist barbershop interior that is welcoming to all… When did the barbershop open? May 2023 When you acquired the property, what was it being used for? The unit was part of the new renovation at The Quadrant Arcade, by The Crown Estate. They had renovated each space within the Grade II Listed building on Regent Street, so our shop was a blank page. Tell us about the renovation process. Were there any challenges? The renovation was a team effort, and we were able to complete it ..read more

We’re excited to announce the Modern Barber Awards 2024 finalists! This year saw not only a record number of entries but an outstanding quality of work and creativity from all entries – proving that the future of barbering is in safe hands. A huge thank you to all who entered, we were blown away with the entries and the talent across our incredible industry. The awards evening will take place on Sunday 23 June at Telford International Centre and you can buy tickets here. Looking forward to seeing you all there! We’re thrilled to announce the following people and busin ..read more

The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, referred to as the Tipping Act, is expected to come into effect on 1 July 2024, and will make it unlawful for employers to withhold tips from workers. The Tipping Act received Royal Assent in May 2023, and states that businesses will no longer be able to keep tips from their staff, and will be required to make sure that all employees receive their tips in full – with very few exceptions where this does not apply. As the new act is set to come into effect on 1 July 2024 here’s what you need to know about the Tipping Act to ensure your salon business ..read more