The Met Gala, often dubbed “fashion’s biggest night out,” is not only the event of the year, but also a profound influencer in the evolution of hair, makeup, and barbering trends. Every year, the red carpet becomes a canvas for creativity, innovation, and boundary-pushing beauty looks that captivate audiences worldwide. There is always hair and […]
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From One Academy to Another: My Journey of Success at Servilles
Hey hair students! I’m ready to spill the tea on a journey from one training school to Servilles Academy. Picture this, a young student searching for a place to learn, with a blow dryer in one hand and a curling iron in the other. Buckle up, because this is a story of motivation, challenges, and […]
Meet Yasmine, Hairdressing Graduate Been thinking about a career in hairdressing? We chatted to our recent graduate, Yasmine, about her experience studying hairdressing at Servilles Academy. From the key skills she learnt, to what she loves most about working in the industry now – read on to learn more about her career journey and what […]
We live in a digital era where you can jump online and learn about almost any topic – and makeup is no different. The beauty community on YouTube is booming, with makeup gurus attaining millions of views from subscribers who are entertained and educated through tutorials and makeup challenges. If you have a passion for […]
What inspired you to become a Barber? “I was after a change in career. I was previously an electrician, but when I had my son, the travel involved was getting too much. I wanted a stable career with good hours. I started watching barbering videos and was hooked!” What made you choose Servilles Academy? “I […]
We chatted to the lovely Kingsley, owner and founder of Kingsley Elizabeth Hair, a successful salon in Albany that specialises in custom blonde colours and balayage. She shares with us her experience studying at Servilles Academy; from why she chose to study with us, through to the key things she learnt. She also talks to […]
This blog is dedicated to our Hair students & Alumni. In this edition, we’re diving into a crucial aspect of the industry: networking and collaboration. Whether you’re a seasoned stylist or just starting your journey, building connections can take your career to new heights. Here are our tips on expanding your professional circle: 1. Building […]
We’ve loved seeing what our bubbly ex barbering student, Hux, has been doing since graduation. Now holding the impressive title of Head Barber at Studio36, he chatted to Headway Magazine about how his career started with Servilles Academy and the most important skills he learnt while studying. Hakota (Hux) WalkerHead Barber at Studio36 How did […]
My hairdressing journey started at Servilles Academy fresh out of high school 15 years ago. I attended hairdressing school during the day and makeup school at night. My class was super focussed and we all pushed and encouraged each other to be the best. This paid off as majority of us in the class left […]
Hairdressing is an amazing career for many reasons- it allows you to express your creativity, make people feel beautiful and offers flexible and diverse employment options. Our graduates have gone on to be successful freelancers, work in film and TV – even own their own hairdressing studios! If you’re thinking about becoming a hairdresser but don’t […]