Q-1 How long have you been a NYC hairdresser?

JF-I’ve been a hairstylist in NYC for 8 years.

Q-2 What is your specialty when it comes to hair?

JF-My specialty would probably be attention to detail.  Detailed adjustments to haircuts make all the difference .

Q-3 What are some of your predictions for the future in the beauty industry?

JF- Haircuts are so much more personalized than 10 years ago and I expect it only to continue.  Geometrical haircuts with strong lines will have their turn again soon as clothing gets more futuristic each year.

Q-4 Give us a great tip for a bad hair day?

JF- Teased top knot takes 3 minutes.  It’s chic, easily works with the natural texture of the hair, and can  hide bad hair color temporarily!

Q-5 Who is your favorite style icon of all time?

JF-Linda Evangelista- timeless beauty, with just the right amount of edge.

Q-6 What music are you listening to on your I-pod these days ?

JF- Electronica dj Wolfgang Gartner is the man right now.

Q-7 Where besides NYC would you want to live?

JF- Melbourne, Australia- I’ve never been but the city has always peaked my interest . In my head it’s the perfect place.

Q-8 What’s the last film you saw?

JF- I haven’t seen it but would love to see the silent film “The  Artist”.

Q-9 Who is your favorite fashion designer?

JF- Jean Paul Gautier is my all time favorite designer. Famous as he is, I feel he is still underrated

Q-10 What is your   favorite ALS  retail product?

JF- Moroccanoil Hair Spray has  the right kind of hold without stiffness.

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Q-1:  What is your specialty at the ALS?

JW:- As a colorist my specialty is sexy,beautiful,timeless, classic, color. I stay abreast of the times but I don’t follow the trends.

Q-2 : How long have you lived in NYC?

JW: 15 years and counting.

Q-3: What do you see in the future for beauty/hair color industry?

JW: Getting back to anything natural. I feel the hair color industry is always producing more gentle , less harsh and  conditioning products.

Q-4 : What sets you apart from other colorists ?

JW: My ability to make people feel comfortable and have my clients understand what the end result will be. I am also a very good listener.

Q-5 : Who is your pick for the ultimate beauty?

JW: I love Charlize Theron. Besides being gorgeous she is an amazing actress. I love the Dior campaign.

Q-6:  What is your favorite music on your I-Pod at the moment?

JW: I love Mariah Carey. I’m really in to her music, I have all of her albums and I am crazy about her dance remixes.

Q-7 : Where besides NYC would you want to live?

JW: Paris! It’s very sexy and  there is so much art to be inspired by. I would also love to do what I do best there…. bring my highlights to the city of light!

Q-8: What was the last film you saw?

JW: The Skin I Live In by Pedro Almodovar . It’s a great film.

Q-9: Who in the world of fashion designers inspires you?

JW: Tom Ford . I love everything he does, he’s  super high fashion and I always loved what he did when he was designing for Gucci

Q-10 : What is your favorite ALS retail product?

JW: I love the Oribe Ultra Rich Shampoo/Conditioner combo. It is  a must have!

See you in 2012……

ALS: What is your  signature salon style ?

TD: I love for my clients to leave the salon with beautiful , touchable, effortless hair. It consists more of a feeling, It is great when the hair matches the personality !

ALS: How long have you been a NYC hairdresser ?

TD: I moved to NYC in 2003, so about 9 years. I have always worked in high end salons from the beginning.

ALS: What are your hair predictions in 2012 ?

TD: I think it is about embracing your God given texture, healthy hair is so important, less chemicals more treatments.

ALS: Give us a tip for a great holiday hair do .

TD: Anything up-swept is a great idea for a holiday party, a chic polished, sleek look will always turn heads.

ALS: Where besides NYC would you want to live ?

TD: I could really see myself in London. I fell in love with this beautiful city the minute I arrived at Heathrow Airport. It’s an amazing place.

ALS: What is the last film you saw ?

TD: I just watched “The Usual Suspects”. It’s one of my all time favorites. I love Benicio del Toro.

ALS: Who would be your choice for  ultimate diva…. past or present?

TD: Gwen Stefani! She is a real style icon and not a pop princess, she’s a rock star!

ALS: What is  played  most on your I-pod ?

TD: Right now I have been listening to The White Stripes on repeat.

ALS: Who is your favorite fashion   designer?

TD: Alexander McQueen. I’m actually blessed to have one of his amazing dresses.

ALS: What is your favorite ALS retail product?

TD: Volumista  by Oribe, it is made for all hair types.  It is not heavy and it manipulates the texture to make it do what it should . And like all his products it smells fantastic!

ALS: What would you say is the signature hair cut that you are known for at The ALS?

M: I’ve been known for a clean but sexy long layered haircut, I prefer a soft razored look.

ALS: When did you start hair dressing?

M: At the age of 19. I started at a salon called Bumble & Bumble.

ALS: What is your favorite hair color?

M: I adore a highlighted look, a rich brown into a mixture of multicolored honey’s ,caramel’s and soft blondes.

ALS: What is your trick for a bad hair day?

M: Don’t try to fight it! I love a  a messy braid, a chic scarf, or a great hat. You can’t go wrong with that.

ALS: Where besides NYC would you like to live?

M: Florence Italy. It is full of amazing art, beautiful people and great wine!

ALS: Who is your favorite fashionista?

M: Marilyn Monroe did everything better than anyone else. She is timeless.  Every woman wants to feel her magic still to this day. She is an amazing muse, and still inspires the element of glamour!

ALS: What do you think is the most important part of a woman’s look?

M: Hair & make-up!! If you get that right , the rest is easy. But the most important is lipstick. I don’t leave the house without my MAC Ruby Woo!!!

ALS: Do you see big changes in the beauty industry?

M: I was  interviewed by New Beauty  Magazine (aug 2011) about preserving hair and keeping it young looking. The beauty industry is  obsessed with youth. For example, staying  away from gels, and harsh hairspray’s, being more aware of tepurture controls on hot tools  and moisturizing is always the key. Bottling a healthy 19 year old girl’s hair…This is what the beauty industy is trying to achieve for women of all ages!

ALS: Top 3 artist on your i pod?

M: At the moment I’m hooked on Adelle, but I still listen to Prince and the one and only Ms. Billie Holiday.

ALS: What is your  favorite AnthonyLeonard retail product?

M: I don’t let my clients leave the salon without buying SACHAJUAN Leave In Conditioner spray, its light, its oil free, it really makes styling effortless and most important it is the first step in healthy shiny beautiful looking hair, I absolutely love it!

ALS: What is your specialty at the ALS ?

E: I’ve been know for my blow drys, I love giving women a great cut with a flowing not to done look

ALS: How long have you been a NYC hairdresser?

E: I’ve been doing hair in NYC for 8 years and I’ve always worked with the best in the business

ALS: What is your hair vision for the fall this year?

E: It’s a richer toned down hair color, accompanied by longer layer’s and playfully ponytails

ALS: Who is your all time favorite diva?

E: SJP’s character Carrie Bradshaw she new the real meaning of the word diva!

ALS: In your opinion how important is hair when doing a NYC fashion show?

E: It’s very important because you have to know how to make the hair look special without upstaging the clothes even if it’s a simple twist, not everyone gets it, but the New Yorkers do it the best!

ALS: If you could live anywhere else besides NYC where would it be?

E: Berlin Germany, I hear it has an amazing energy since The Wall came down and an old NYC feel to it when it comes to artists

ALS: Who is your all time favorite fashion designer?

E: Marc Jacobs

ALS: What would we find in your hairdressing kit?

E: Dry shampoo, Mason Pearson brushes, scissors, combs, a blow dryer, a curling iron, a flat iron, pins and elastics, and hairspray with these things you do just about anything!

ALS: Is music important to you when your working, and what is your preference?

E: I love my music, it totally soothes me when I’m working, I prefer the  words of the ladies such as Adele and Beyonce, but I’m crazy about Jay Z and Kanye West’s new “Watch the Throne”  album, BTW thanks for always playing it for me- (ALS, no problem!)

ALS: What is your favorite hair product of the moment?

E: Right now I really, really love Ocean Mist by SACHAJUAN, you can use it on any texture, and you can achive any look you want, it smells amazing, and the blue liquid is gorgeous!