Lost Boys Barber Studios is a thriving barbershop franchise with three locations on the Gold Coast across Southport, Burleigh and Tugun. A great mix of barbers featuring born and raised locals plus barbers from Brisbane and Melbourne who have moved to the coast in the past couple of years spearhead this inimitable atmosphere.
Owned by Zac Attard, Lost Boys continues to look at new ways to shake up the industry. We spoke to Zac about the Lost Boys DNA.
WHAT SETS YOU APART?
Our clientele and our fit out. We feel like we attract who we are. We are all very interested in sports, music and fashion. Also, where we are located, highly affluent centres on the Gold Coast. I am extremely picky with where our shops are positioned as it reflects hugely on our business and clientele.
WHAT IS THE LOST BOYS SIGNATURE?
Up until recently we were known as a high-end barber shop on the Gold Coast but I wanted more than that. We all listen to the same music and our clients literally come here for our weekly updated playlists. So, I decided to throw our first rave. We had 120 tickets for sale and we sold out in ten days. It was one of the highlights of the past seven years since we opened and we will definitely be doing more in the future.
WHAT ARE YOU SEEING MORE OF IN THE SHOP IN 2024?
People are definitely becoming less shy and more out there with their haircuts. Gone are the days of short back and sides! A lot of the time it’s mullets, crops, shags and scissor work. I feel like the barbers from Brisbane and Melbourne introduced these styles into Lost Boys and made the Gold Coast barbers a lot more creative.
DESCRIBE YOUR SHOP’S STYLE?
All three shops have the same bones and features. We are a minimalistic barbershop where less is best. Whisper white walls, polished concrete floors, artisan rendered front desks, bars and shelves. Also, all three shops have Comfortel furniture throughout.
WHO IS YOUR CLIENTELE?
Most of our clients are aged from 16 to 40 years old. We definitely attract the trendier side of the coast.
WHAT IS YOUR SHOP PASSIONATE ABOUT?
We are passionate about ensuring that half an hour to hour and a half out of someone’s day is the best part of their day. The music we play, the attitude of the barbers, the sports we play on TV and the way we welcome everyone is second to none. Also, our local craft beers on tap is what a lot of people enjoy as they are complimentary with every service.
For more information visit www.lostboysbarberstudios.com.au
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