We’re heading over the ditch for our profile on this Boss Babe! Liz Tieu is a Hairdresser and Makeup Artist, based in Sydney, who studied at the academy in 2005. Since leaving the academy and relocating to Australia, Liz has been involved with a whole host of exciting projects, including internationally known TV shows and […]
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Hey there, Boss Babes! In honor of International Women’s Day, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Vanessa Hurley, a trailblazing female barber. Vanessa’s journey in the industry is not only a testament to her skills but also an inspiration for aspiring hairdressers and barbers. In this interview, we dive into the […]
Loni studied at Servilles Academy in 2010 and, after 9 years in the hairdressing industry, is the owner of her own salon (Little Meraki) nestled in the heart of the Coromandel Peninsula. Tell us about yourself and your salon: My goal was to create a boutique setting in which clients could feel special regardless […]
From the sold out Girls in Business event, to a luxury fashion show at the Cordis Auckland Hotel – our makeup students sure have been busy the past few months! We chatted to them about their highlights of this exciting work experience and what they learnt.
Olivia Davies is a Platinum Hairstylist and Salon Manager at Servilles Newmarket and a Makeup Artist with 16 years’ industry experience. As a successful Servilles Academy alumnus killing it in the hairdressing game, we sat down with Olivia to chat about her time at the academy and her experience in the hairdressing industry… How […]
It’s such an exciting time when new students join us at Servilles Academy and we’re very lucky to have our founder Paul Serville, visit us regularly and welcome new students who have just started their course. Mentoring and inspiring young creatives is part of Paul’s DNA and during these chats, he shares his inspiring career […]
Working behind the scenes at a fashion show can be hectic, but you can handle it with a bit of planning. Here are some straightforward tips to help you stay organised and take care of yourself during the event. Prepare Ahead of TimeBefore the show, get your schedule sorted. Note all call times, fittings, and […]
Where are you from?I have only ever lived out in West Auckland which is a bummer, I would rather be anywhere else than Auckland right now. But yeah! I’m from West Auckland! When did you start working?I think I started Barbering when I was about 20, 21 maybe 22. So like three years ago. what […]
Since 1955, the Guinness World Records have been the official recorders of achievements from across the globe, be that amazing human feats or extreme occurrences of the natural world. Some of the most well-known records include incredible and bizarre accomplishments such as the longest nails, the biggest (and smallest) dogs and the most burgers eaten […]
Industry Talks, Makeup
Mastering Makeup with Kiekie Stanners: Tips and Takeaways for Up and Coming Artists
If you’re a budding makeup artist or an industry professional, you know how important it is to learn from the best in the business. And when it comes to top-notch makeup artistry, few names are as renowned as Kiekie Stanners. In a recent masterclass presented by Showroom 22, makeup enthusiasts gathered to learn from the […]