Australian hairdressing icon Renya Xydis is renowned as a session expert, backstage regular, salon leader of the famous Valonz Haircutters and global brand ambassador, educator and industry pioneer. Now, she’s thrown her talents into the competition scene, entering the Australian Hair Fashion Awards for the peak title of Australian Hairdresser of the Year and winning the title this week!
Renya’s NOSTALGIC collection is a work of true hair art, fusing colour and black and white images seamlessly. The collection extends to Avant Garde artistic styles, with a feature gold structure that becomes the collection’s crowning glory. Sculptural works of hair art, bold complementary beauty, an array of rainbow hues in hair and fashion, intricate detail, braids and placement and an artful approach to shape make the collection stand out.
With a creative team that included photographer David Mannah, makeup artist Sean Brady and stylist Julianna Yao, along with assistance from Valonz team members Trae and Zara, as well as fellow award nominee Keiren Street, the collection was able to perfectly combine hair, art and fashion.
In a big weekend, Renya won the pinnacle award and presented the collection live to attendees at the MANE STAGE education event for Dyson the day before the awards gala.
Congratulations to Renya on this fantastic achievement.
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