Profile
Elaine has over 23 years experience in the hairdressing industry. She originally trained with world renowned international company Steiner who also run salons aboard cruise ships. After completing her training Elaine went on to work aboard six different five star luxury liners, travelling the world firstly as a stylist and then as hair and beauty manager. Here she gained invaluable experience in dressing long hair for the many formal nights and captains cocktail parties, dressing hair for extremely demanding clients and often celebrities.
Elaine then went to work in a trendy, busy city centre salon in Sydney, Australia. Here she developed her cutting and colouring skills and attended several courses in advanced cutting and colouring. Upon her return to the UK Elaine managed several busy city centre salons. During this time she gained her NVQ D32-33 assessors award and passed a city ang guilds teaching course.
Elaine then became a part time hairdresssing lecturer at City College, Brighton, whilst establishing her own company. She has also written several articles for local papers and participated in photo shoots
She now runs a hugely successful freelance business providing top quality salon services in the comfort of your home or hotel.
Elaine particularly specialises in wedding hair and special occasions,using her vast expertise to make you feel truly wonderful.
ELAINE HOLDS CERTIFICATES IN CITY AND GUILDS UNISEX HAIRDRESSING-LEVELS 2 AND 3
NVQ ASSESSORS AWARD D32-33
CITY AND GUILDS TEACHING CERTIFICATE 7307
She has received further training with Loreal, Wella, Clynol and Patrick Cameron.
Elaine continually strives to update her knowledege and skills.
Recommended Make-up Artists
Nicolina Hart specialises in wedding make up and works extensively with Elaine on weddings and photoshoots. She is highly recommended.
Claire Pimbley is a Make-up Artist and Beautician based in East Sussex.
She enjoys a busy schedule specializing in Wedding Make-up.
With over 10 years experience and having owned her own salon, you know you will get the very best service.
Please contact Elaine for more details.
Recommended Photography & Video Services
Catherine Benson. Stylish, contemporary photography with a personal touch - www.catherinebenson.co.uk
Peartree Pictures offer bespoke wedding photography that is beautiful, stylish and contemporary - www.peartreepictures.co.uk
I-Do Productions. Martin Walsh and his team have 15 years experience of working in professional television.
I-Do give couples a new option for wedding videos. They produce classic traditional weddings right though to modern documentary style films for couples wanting something a little bit more unique for 'the most important day of their lives’ -
www.i-doproductions.com
Tony Isbitt, a Qualified Master Photographer, has been capturing Wedding Day memories in Kent, London and the whole South East for 30 years.
The studio is in Bromley and offers Modern and Traditional Wedding Photography in a variety of presentation options including Bellissimo Book, Artemis Album, Coffee Table Book, Traditional Wedding Album and Wedding Images on Disc -
www.tonyisbittphotography.co.uk
Blink Photography, the award winning wedding photography of Emma Coleman covering London, Surrey, Sussex and the South East. Stylish images that truly capture the spirit of your wedding day - www.blinkphotography.co.uk
Kay Young has a very instinctive approach to image capture. Producing images which have a personal meaning and reference for the wedding couple. Her work is informal, relaxed and natural - www.kayyoungphotography.com
Silver Weddings - www.silverweddings.co.uk
Recommended Limousine Services
Star Limos - www.starlimos.co.uk
Iris Cars - www.iriscars.co.uk
"Elaine was like a breath of fresh air on the day, she was so chatty and bubbly that she instantly put us all at ease and I forgot how nervous I was! All four of us looked totally amazing and our hair stayed immaculate all day and night. All the guests commented on how fantastic our hair looked, I think I've probably got her some bookings for next year already! Thanks so much Elaine, I recommend you to everyone, and my pictures say it all!"
Vicky Hatton,
Royal Pavilion, Brighton,
October 09
"I was so impressed with the service Elaine provided, from the minute of my trial right through to my wedding day she made me feel really relaxed and happy. She and her colleague, who kindly did my make up, were really professional and I felt sensational. On the day everyone commented on how beautiful my hair was, which was extra special as my hair is normally very fine and flyaway and hard to deal with. I would definetly recommend her services to anyone getting married."
Laura Scott, Hove
"Elaine did my hair on my wedding day and I have to say she was fantastic. It was so nice having somebody come to me on the day, so less stressful, and she did my hair exactly as I wanted. I looked and felt fabulous and my hair stayed looking beautiful all day. She also styled my two bridesmaids who also looked lovely. We were all really pleased and would highly recommend her to any other brides"
Kathy, West Chiltington
"Elaine at Halls Hair was superb. She was more than willing to try out three totally different looks at the trial and was completely patient with my indecisiveness (the trouble was she did such a good job that they all looked amazing and I couldnt decide.) She also had some fantastic ideas to improve each look and the one we finally decided on was brilliant! I felt amazing on the day and wish she could make me look like that every day! What a fantastic job and a marvellous lady! Thanks again"
Donna Wynniatt,
The Turkey Mill, Kent,
July 09