This month we asked hair professionals about the salons they inhabit, what they love about working with hair, and their predictions for what’ll be fashionable in 2017. Kristian from Young Turks: Barbers of Distinction was first up to tell us about his personal style.

How long have you been in the hair business?

I’ve been in the Barber game for about three and half years.

What do you love most about your job?

What I love the most is the ability to make someone feel good about themselves when they leave, I’m especially stoked when a young kid is stoked and begs their parent to bring them back again.  

What do you specialise in?

A few things, the main one being fades and I also do a lot of mandala and lotus flower designs that are usually shaved into the back or sides of someone’s head.

What’s ‘on trend’ at the moment?

At the moment for men, the faded short back and sides, and a heavily choppy, textured top is very popular. As for styling its moved to the more matte finishes and casual styling as opposed to the last trend of the slick and wet look.   

How would you describe the salon you work in?

It’s a very chilled and relaxed space. We wanted to create a place where everyone feels welcome and comfortable, be it young old, male or female.

Young Turks: Barbers of Distinction is at 618 Stirling Hwy, Mosman Park. For more info, head to youngturksbarbers.com.au