LEARN HOW TO HANDLE YOUR HAIR LIKE A PRO WITH ADVICE FROM STEPHANIE WHILEY, JOICO BRIDAL HAIR STYLIST OF THE YEAR
Entering the competition armed with talent to burn and a love of vintage styling, Stephanie Whiley of Taradale’s Viságe Hair & Beauty crafted a bridal updo with timeless elegance in mind. The result was a look that impressed the judges unequivocally and secured her the title of Joico Bridal Hair Stylist of the Year and a spot on the Joico team at the New Zealand Weddings Fashion Week show. WHAT WAS IT LIKE TO BE ONE OF THE JOICO CREW BACKSTAGE AT FASHION WEEK? It was an amazing atmosphere – everyone’s working so hard and at top speed. All of the work I saw was incredible. We have so many talented people in New Zealand and getting to work with some of Joico’s top stylists was so rewarding. WHAT’S THE SECRET TO A BRIDE FINDING HER PERFECT BIG-DAY STYLE? It helps for a bride to let her hairstylist know the style of her gown – including the neckline – the theme of the wedding and how she usually wears her hair. Many brides feel they need to do something different for their wedding and can end up feeling uncomfortable if their look doesn’t feel like ‘them’. Face shape is another big consideration when it comes to how much