Celebrities, Trends & Fashion Week: The Truth About Editorial Hair
Everyone wants to work Fashion Week—until they find out what it's actually like.
In this episode of the Destroy The Hairdresser Podcast, Cyd and David pull back the curtain on the world of celebrity hairdressing, editorial work, and Fashion Week. From working backstage under intense pressure to chasing opportunities that often pay little (or nothing), we discuss the realities that most hairdressers never hear about.
And yes—we even talk about why Fashion Week can feel like a scam.
But here's the twist: that doesn't mean you shouldn't do it.
Editorial work has the power to stretch your creativity, build your confidence, expand your network, and expose you to parts of the industry most hairdressers never experience. Some of the most valuable lessons you'll learn behind the chair happen backstage, on set, and outside the salon.
In this episode, we discuss:
What it's really like working with celebrities
The truth about Fashion Week and editorial opportunities
Why so many artists romanticize editorial work
What editorial experience can teach you about your craft
How stepping outside the salon can make you a stronger hairdresser
Why every hairdresser should experience editorial work at least once
Whether you've always dreamed of working Fashion Week or you're wondering if editorial hair is worth the hype, this episode offers an honest look at an often misunderstood side of the beauty industry.
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Listen now and discover why Fashion Week might be both the biggest scam and one of the best experiences, you'll ever have as a hairdresser.
