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JAMES CALABRIA
INTERNATIONAL STYLIST & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

James Calabria is a seasoned hairdresser with over 35 years of invaluable experience as co-owner and Creative Director of Franco Of Canberra Hairdressing. Throughout his illustrious career, James has not only established himself as a salon owner but also emerged as an influential industry participant at both a national and international level. He is deeply involved in Intercoiffure Mondial International and various other national organizations, where he actively contributes to the growth and recognition of the hairdressing profession.

Over recent years and during challenging times brought on by the pandemic, James has researched and developed his understanding of salon successful commercial hair styles . . . moving away from displaying avant guard and high fashion hair styles . . . truly understanding what impresses a prospective new customer . . .  what they truly want to see in our professional work. James has recognised the importance for his salon to showcase in their marketing, examples of the before and after presentation of our style work  . . . to make coming to his salon relatable to our current and future clients  . . . and growing our reputation and business.

 

James's passion lies in modern, commercial, and wearable hairstyles and colours that are not only fashion-forward but also highly sought after by clients. His ability to bridge the gap between runway trends and real-life styles has earned him a reputation for delivering exceptional results that resonate with his clients.

"James' intuitive sense of trends and attention to detail have made him one of the most in-demand hair stylists"

James is driven by a philosophy of continuous improvement, constantly seeking to enhance his skills, knowledge, and innovation within the field. His dedication to professional development is evident through increased on-stage confidence, high-quality performances, and active participation in various competitions and training sessions.

A notable achievement in James' career has been his expertise in hair repair and corrections, broadening his market for clients with damaged hair, colour corrections, deep colour changes, and natural hair extensions. His dedication to understanding different hair types and providing tailored solutions showcases his commitment to client satisfaction and professional growth.

James' career highlights include being a State Finalist in prestigious competitions such as the L’Oreal Colour Trophy Awards , Australian Hair Industry Awards and the Australian Hair Fashion Awards. Additionally, his role as the Intercoiffure Artistic Director for the ACT and Oceana regions further underscores his leadership and influence in the hairdressing community. He has graced international stages and has been recognized globally with his collections published in numerous countries, elevating the perception of the Canberra hairdressing industry.

As a long-standing member of Intercoiffure and the Artistic Pool, James embodies a dedication to artistic expression and continuous involvement in professional events worldwide. James has recently been selected as one of the stylists for the Intercoiffure Mondial International Collection Shooting 2024, to be conducted at Frankfurt Germany in February 2024.

 

James Calabria's unwavering dedication, artistic vision, and commitment to professional development have not only elevated his salon but have also contributed to the advancement and recognition of the hairdressing industry both nationally and internationally.

 

 

LATEST AWARD NEWS  
 
To keep my stage and artistic work up to date – I have a yearly program of funding and conducting professional photoshoots:

2022 “Vivacious Retro” [Sydney, Australia] AHIA Finalist;  AHFA Finalist HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR NSW/ACT
2021 “Retro Vixens”  [Sydney, Australia] AHIA Finalist;  AHFA Finalist  HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR NSW/ACT
2020 Nil [Covid 19]
2019 “Miami Vice” [Bali, Indonesia]  AHFA Finalist HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR NSW/ACT
2018 “Heroines”   [London, UK]    Hair Expo Finalist HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR NSW/ACT
2017 “Recalibration”  [London, UK]  
2016 “High Stakes”  [Sydney, Australia]   
 

We are pleased to announce that once again . . .  James has been selected as a finalist for NSW/ACT Hairdresser of the Year 2021 & 2022. Huge congratulations to all of the nominees.
“It’s a huge honour for me to represent Canberra Hairdressing, especially as I have been nominated by my peers in the industry – it really is amazing news. I’m very excited for the year ahead.”
Every look in James’s incredible new “Retro Vixens” collection is infused with an extraordinary modern interpretation of retro style, colours and fashion.
“A big thank you to my beautiful models . . . What a great way to celebrate the 65th year of Franco of Canberra Hairdressing”
Here’s exactly what James produced for this striking award winning collection . . . 

 

 

PUBLISHED STYLES

James has had many of his professional creations featured in many of the major global print publications including:

Magazine Country

Menschen im Salon
Hair News
Headline
Beauty Su
De Kapper
h4uƒme Journal
Beauty & Hair
Coiffure Professionelle
De Kapper
Hair Style News
Coiffure Professionnelle
Bangs!
DISCONNECT
Hairstyles Only
Frizer
7 Hues
Beauty & Hair
You Hair
L’Eclaireur
Estetica
Hair Trends

GERMANY
SOUTH AFRICA
ISRAEL
KOREA
NETHERLANDS
SINGAPORE
INDONESIA
SPAIN
THE NETHERLANDS
CROATIA / LATVIA
SPAIN
ARGENTINA
HONG KONG
UK
SLOVENIA
USA
INDONESIA
SOUTH AFRICA
FRANCE
ITALY & WORLD
SWITZERLAND

Hair Trends - Switzerland 2019

Hair Trends - Switzerland 2019

ESTETICA Italy 2019

Short Hair Collection

ESTETICA Italy 2019 [page 82]

MENSCHEN IM SALON Germany 2019

HAIR NEWS SOUTH AFRICA

COIFFURE PROFESIONELLE Spain 

DE KAPPER Netherlands 

BEAUTY & HAIR Indonesia

BANGS Argentina

H4UFME JOURNAL Singapore

BAROSH Israel
The "HIGH STAKES" Collection





James Calabria Stylist & Creative Master

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