We talked inspo, his out-there hair vibe and Davidoff classic with Xavier Dolan of UNCLES BARBER SHOP. Read on for your men’s hair motivation.
WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO BARBERING?
I wasn’t attracted, I was encouraged. I think it was me being so particular, always asking questions while getting my hair cut that it seemed obvious I’d get into hair. Eventually my barber suggested I start cutting hair myself.
WHAT CHALLENGES YOU THE MOST ABOUT YOUR NEW CAREER IN BARBERING?
Before I started I thought nothing would challenge me, I came from a hands on, creative background and I assumed I’d be a weapon straight away. I think that’s been my biggest challenge, realising that I’m not the best and there’s a very long way to go and a lot to learn before I’m the barber I want to be.
WHAT WOULD YOU ORDER FROM ROOM SERVICE AT MIDNIGHT?
Assuming I’m still hungry I think I’d order a cheese burger and fries and probably another bottle of red.
IF YOU COULD CHOOSE TO HAVE DINNER WITH ANYONE IN THE WORLD WHO WOULD IT BE AND WHERE?
I’d choose my partner Julia, we know what’s good right here on the Gold Coast!
WHO IS YOUR LATEST CRUSH?
Julia, of course!
WHAT ARE YOUT THREE NON-NEGOTIABLES IN LIFE?
Everything’s negotiable.
WHO DO YOU LOOK UP TO IN THE INDUSTRY?
I look up to my dear friends and colleagues at UNCLES BARBER SHOP and other shops I’m familiar with. They’re my favourite people in the industry. I watch plenty of hair on Instagram though, I’d say that’s where I see most of my content.
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO DO MORE OF IN YOUR CAREER?
Outrageous and bizarre styles and unpopular cuts and colour, I’d like to paint a lot of originals on people’s heads. Hair is art so treat it like that. I love to see more guys getting colour.
WHAT IS YOUR SCENT OF CHOICE?
I wore Davidoff The Brilliant Game for about ten years before it was recently discontinued. I now wear Burberry Hero. It’s fresh and doing the job.
WHERE WILL WE FIND YOU ON A SUNDAY NIGHT?
You’ll find me recovering from a slight hangover, with Julia and some friends. Most likely enjoying some delicious oysters and small plates, under the setting sun. All while enjoying a nice glass of chilled red.
ONE THING YOU’RE GOING TO DO BETTER NEXT YEAR?
I’ve peaked already! Just kidding. How ’bout you wait and see! I’m pumped for my career in hair!
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