YOUNG . MODERN

THE

TEAM

BENNY J

HEAD CHEF & CREATIVE

CO-DIRECTOR

" I'm all about good energy, creating a laid back vibe and that translates into my hairdressing. From rock glam to boho chic, I'm a little bit of a rebel heart and a free spirit (an Aquarius)"

If you were a scented candle, what would you be?

Definitley vanilla coconut or lemon myrtle.

When spending time alone, what do you like to do?

Singing at the top of my lungs, annoying my two boys, River and Bowie or going deep into some spiritual or off the track world research.

If there was one hair tool or product that you couldn't live without, what would it be?

Hair Tool : Round Brush

Hair Product: Texture powder spray

Whats your music vibe?

Depends on my mood, but i love a good blues and alt rock playlist

Whats a hair trend that you wish would take a nap?

Concave bobs and lazy hair, shake it up :)

If you could pick one celebrity to hang with who would it be?

Beth Ditto.

What season is your favourite and why?

Summer - everything is so bright and fresh.

Whats your quality that you bring to every session at YOUNG. MODERN?

Honesty and a welcoming energy.

If you had one quote to share that you live by, what would it be?

Go through life with kindness and if that doesn't work, stick your middle finger in the air and march to the beat of your own drum

Luke

CO-DIRECTOR & FRONT OF HOUSE

If you were a scented candle, what would you be?

Whiskey and Coffee

When spending time alone, what do you like to do?

Playing with Bowie and River, listening to podcasts, riding my motorcycle, playing guitar and deep diving into world topics.

If there was one hair tool or product that you couldn't live without, what would it be?

Clippers

Whats your music vibe?

All depends on my mood, but definitely lean towards Rock n Roll & Blues. There is no bad music, just different tastes!

Whats a hair trend that you wish would take a nap?

The Skrillex

If you could pick one celebrity to hang with who would it be?

Joe Rogan ( the conversation would be wild)

What season is your favourite and why?

Spring - it's a vibe !coming out of cold season and everyone is feeling vibrant and energised.

Whats your quality that you bring to every session at YOUNG. MODERN?

I keep the machine running, making sure everyone is supported and the salon is running on time and smoothly.

If you had one quote to share that you live by, what would it be?

Do the best you can until you know better, When you know better, do better.

ASH

PRINCIPAL STYLIST & BARBER

With her grounded and earthy energy, she brings knowledge, skill and flow to our salon. (she's also a kick ass hairdressing educator)

If you were a scented candle, what would you be?

A watermelon crystal infused candle from Myles Gray

When spending time alone, what do you like to do?

Listen to music or read.

If there was one hair tool or product that you couldn't live without, what would it be?

my OG GHD iron.

Whats your music vibe?

Anything upbeat with good bass.

Whats a hair trend that you wish would take a nap?

I love all different types of hair, but don't give me a flat top

If you could pick one celebrity to hang with who would it be?

I would rather hang out with my family, but if i had to choose, it would be John Marsden, an amazing author and teacher.

What season is your favourite and why?

Autumn, i love jeans and a T-shirt weather.

Whats your quality that you bring to every session at YOUNG. MODERN?

My willingness to learn and teach. you're never too old or young to learn. I'm OBSESSED with hair and barber equipment, i want to see and try everything.

If you had one quote to share that you live by, what would it be?

A dear friend that i've worked with on and off always has this quote on the back of a chalkboard or the side of the fridge:

Your mind is a garden, your thoughts the seeds, you can grow flowers or you can grow weeds.