Stephanie Bellairs of Cabello by Stephanie Bellairs is no stranger to the awards circuit, with the title of WA/NT Hairdresser of the Year to her name in previous years. In 2023, her latest collection, titled Paint It Black, was nominated for the title of Australian Hairdresser of the Year at the Australian Hair Industry Awards (Creative).
Fittingly captured in black and white, the collection plays with these tones in evocative fashion styling and editorial touches that recall Great Gatsby style old school elegance as merged with modern punk rock. Think tulle, lace, volume and long gloves with dark eye shadow, prominent tattoos and the ever necessary black nail polish.
For the hair looks, detailed weaving, intricate shapes and structures, bold, soft and fairy floss like textures, grunge style spikes and classic silhouettes also showcase this clash of eras. The duality of delicateness and edginess recalls the Rolling Stones rock song that shares the collection name, joined with the true balletic beauty of this editorial offering.
Photographer David Mannah, makeup artist Laura Thomas and stylist Josie McManus joined Stephanie as the dream team that made this shoot come to life.
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