Vote vote vote!

Bond has been involved in two competitions as of late and it has resulted in the need for people to jump online and vote so we are hoping to rally your support!

The first competition is the Wella Trend Vision competition, a coloring competition held by Wella, Bond's color company of choice. Unfortunatly we didn't make it to the finals but they are now calling for people to vote on the people choice so if you can please go to www.wellatrendvisionpeopleschoiceawards.com. or https://www.facebook.com/#!/wellaprofessionalsANZ,  and vote for one of the 4 entries (pictures below) we would appreciate it.

The second competition is the FAME team which we discussed last week, as you know Leslie got to the finals and has sent his video away to be judged by judges in the UK but that only counts for %50 the other %50 is from votes that are tallied on line this is a once in a lifetime experiance and we would love it if you would take the time to click the link www.ahjmag.com and follow the links to vote for Leslie's video.

Published work
 Bond has been published in two different magazines recently the 28th June edition of Canberra weekly and international hairdressing magazine, Disconnect magazine both featured work from the talented team at bond, also keep an eye out for future publications

Our interview with Sharnee
Bond: Why did you choose hairdressing?
Sharnee: I have always loved doing hair since I was young. Doing new and interesting hairstyles and expressing my creativity is what I love. Hairdressing has always been an inspiration to me

B: What's your favorite part of hairdressing?
S: Everyday is exciting and different, I love seeing clients after I have done their hair and seeing how great they feel.

B: What's your favorite moment so far?
S: I love spending the day with such a great team and I enjoy learning new things everyday

B: What are your goals/aspirations?
S: My goals would be to not only be a great hairdresser but to be a fantastic hair artist by expressing my own creativity to clients and the bond team.

Congratulations Leslie as a Finalist in the 2012 FAME Team


Leslie has just been informed that he is in the top 10 Australian Hairdressers to make it to the finals in the 2012 FAME Team as part of the Australian Hairdressers Journal.  The top 4 winners will represent Australia in the United Kingdom later this year and over 2013, and will participate on runways with top designers and hairdressers from around the world.  This is an amazing achievement and one that Leslie and Bond Hair Religion are extremely proud of.  Leslie now has to produce a two minute DVD in future styling and colour work as part of his next phase in the finals.  This will be judged and voted on by leading industry figures in Australia and the United Kingdom.   Well done Leslie and you can view his work and entry below.

Thin, Thinning or Flat Hair?


After many years of hairdressing it is becoming increasingly obvious that not only is thinning hair a male problem but also a female one.  One in two people are suffering with this problem.  In fact even at Bond, half the staff have this condition.  So as a salon and business that cares about our clients, we have decided to purchase and stock the Nioxin Hair System.  The Nioxin product range is purely for clients that are experiencing hair loss, thinning or just a lack of body associated with scalp conditions.  Bond Hair Religion is holding an information and demonstration evening on Wednesday 11 July 2012 at 6.30PM.  If you would like to attend and receive further information whilst also enjoying a glass of wine or champagne just give us a call and we will reserve your spot.  Also if you wish to bring a family member or friend please let us know.   We hope you are able to come along to this important evening.


Interview with Bec


Recently we interviewed one of our senior stylists Bec about hairdressing and her goals and aspirations.  Here it is.   


Bond:  Why did you choose Hairdressing as a career?
Bec:  "I could not imagine doing anything else!! I love my job and everything that comes with it.  Every day is different than the one before and I am constantly being given new challenges.  I love the artistic freedom you have with hair and the unlimited possibilities to create something amazing".


Bond:  What is your favourite moment in hairdressing?
Bec:  "I can honestly say there are to many amazing moments this career has given me to just pick one, but I think on the top of the list would have to be working at this year's Australian fashion week in Sydney.  That was definitely one of my most favourite moments".

Bond:  What are your goals and aspirations, not necessarily in hairdressing?
Bec:  "Travelling!!!  Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted to travel and see the world.  I think it would be a beautiful thing to see what else the world has to offer and to experience all the different cultures".

Bond:  What is your favourite part of hairdressing?
Bec:  "My favourite part of hairdressing would be having that opportunity to turn someones day from bad to good, sad to happy or insecure to confident.  Just seeing a smile on someones face and knowing it is there because of something that I have created gives me so much joy!!  To some people it may just be another hair cut but to that person it can be much much more".

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If you like, or dislike, our Blog or would like to see something different, please let us know.  Some suggestions are for a joke of the week, cool recipes by Stew (our new receptionist), a 'Dear Hairdresser' section for information such as if you are having haircare problems and need help to solve a haircare issue.

Hair expo
This weekend our senior stylist Leslie went along to the wonder that was this years hair expo. Leslie was fortunate enough to be again part of the generation next gala dinner working with the gen next team to put together a show titled "ethereal winter wonderland" which saw styles originally inspired by melted plastic and ice. Leslie was given the task of helping the gen next team attach the intricate and sometimes huge hairpieces onto the models heads. The show started with the powerful ice queen and transitioned through to a beautiful spring princess.

After the prep of the show Leslie was able to watch some of the other shows, a highlight being a show inspired by the NYC street scene , in which big walls of graffiti were brought onto the stage and hair was stuck on the the wall with the same pattern as the graffiti printed on the hair, the hair was then removed from the wall and attached into the models hair on stage, it was a visually appealing show and a great concept.

 Leslie was also fortunate enough to score a ticket to 3 time hairdresser of the year, jayne wilde's, show which featured the latest hair trends. The show saw lots of natural, stretched out colors, a lot of blues and silvers in coloring, in styling cuts featured strong extrication and focal points be prepared to see this around town.

Trends
At hair expo the trend for styles were strong lines, short hair for women with strong lines, short hair for women with a strong focal point somewhere within the cut this theme was consistent throughout most of the shows at expo.

Our interview with Katie
Bond: Why did you choose hairdressing?
Katie: I have always loved styling my own hair in many different ways, I also have always noticed people's hair in the streets, the good the bad and the ugly, as a child I have always attacked my dools and babies with scissors so it only seemed natural to pursue my passion for hair

B: what's you favourite part of hairdressing?
K: my favourite part of hairdressing is transforming ok looking hair into amazing hair. I love my clients humor I love laughing noises down the salon. I love the freedom my clients give me to express my creative side with their hair.

B: what are some of your goals?
K: I would love to be fully booked all year round, I would also love to explore my creative side further and do an independent photo shoot. I would ultimately like to own my own salon one day.

B: Favourite moments in your career?
K: My top 2 Favourite moments are, the day I finish my apprenticeship on a busy sat afternoon I was overwhelmed by qualifying that for the first ime in my life I was lost for words. Also when I participated in two shows for fashion week, the rush I got as I saw my work walk down the catwalk was addictive.

Introducing the two new members of the bond family

Arie and Lola

Arie, Maree's beautiful baby was born in November 2011. He has become a lovely part of the Bond family. All the team and clients adore him and love him coming in for a visit! Our other new member of the family is Shaun's beautiful little puppy Lola , a cute little puggle. Lola is also a regular visitor at Bond and the apple of Shaun's eye. At only 4 months old she very adorable and playful. If your lucky enough you may get to meet them on one of your visits to the salon.

Hair expo

Each year the hairdressing industry has a wonderful trade show bringing together Australia's hairdressing community to showcase the latest and greatest in all things hair. This year our senior stylist Leslie will be going on behalf of Bond to discover all the newest trends, tips and products. Leslie has also been lucky enough to again be a part of the Gen Next show that will be shown at the Hair Expo next generation gala night, with hairdressing legend Sharon Blain. Stay tuned for photos and updates from Hair Expo in next weeks blog.

Trend
As the cooler month approach we are seeing colors becoming richer, blonder are becoming richer and your are seeing people move away from the cooler ash bonds to more of the golden, multitonal blondes so keep an eye out.

Our interview with Jen 


Bond: what's your favorite part of hairdressing?
Jenni: My clients are the best part of hairdressing. After so many years it is like having your friends and family spend an hour with you every 5 to 6 weeks. Most of the clients that see me have been there through the good times and the bad times and vica versa. I am passionate about making my clients, I try to always make them feel special and heard, and I feel so humbled by their trust and belief in me.

B:what is your favorite moment?
J: After nearly 29years in my career there are so many great moments. The places I have been because if hairdressing, studying at Sassoons academy in London, the people I have met, the awards I have won, the gifted and talented people I have worked with. But I think my favorite moments are when I have made a difference to someone's life, this is what brings me true joy.

B: what are your goals and aspirations?
J: my goal is to have a salon full of passionate staff that love to work at Bond. This has been my goal from the first day I brought the business, and I truly believe I have met that goal with the amazing and gifted team at bond. These young and talented people help to inspire me everyday. Inspiration to me is all about shape, I love clothing jewelry, sculpture, art, furniture and especially chairs I love anything that is architectural. I also find music and poetry to be a huge inspiration.

B: why did you choose hairdressing?
J: The same question was asked by my science teacher in my final term at school, he did everything to try and convince me to study science, as I happen to be very good at it. My only answer to this question was "I have never wanted to do anything else". Even as a 5 year old I was setting my nana's hair. I loved and still love the creativity of sculting an ever changing medium it is a gift to work with hair.