OUR history
The inspiration behind blades and fades came from a film about a Afro Samurai who’s father lost his life in dual with another warrior. His father was the best Samurai and wore the number one headband up until that point. The headband provided special powers that made him an invincible fighter. After his father’s death, Afro vowed to be the number one warrior continuing his father’s Legacy of wearing the number one headband. During his quest, Afro came across many foes who tried to conquer him but eventually he reclaimed his father’s title and wore the headband following in his father’s footsteps.
Like Afro, Joel’s professionalism, craftsmanship and dedication to the industry has been relentless since he began over 15 years ago. His ambition is to be the number one barber in the UK and wear the coveted ‘headband’. Not only has he proven his capabilities to many, both customers and peers alike, he is also intent on passing his skills and knowledge to those who work with him. It is Joel’s intention to leave his legacy and influence in the industry with many, just like Afro’s father.
Like Afro, Joel’s professionalism, craftsmanship and dedication to the industry has been relentless since he began over 15 years ago. His ambition is to be the number one barber in the UK and wear the coveted ‘headband’. Not only has he proven his capabilities to many, both customers and peers alike, he is also intent on passing his skills and knowledge to those who work with him. It is Joel’s intention to leave his legacy and influence in the industry with many, just like Afro’s father.
When he first started in the industry, Joel noticed that many barbers were capable of providing good haircuts however, this seemed limited to a particular hair type e.g. European hair, Asian hair or Black hair specialists. Upon noticing this, he was determined to provide a service that could be available for everyone no matter what their hair type or requirement.
Each hair type has it’s own particular requirement when being groomed. As a general guide, European hair, Asian hair and black hair all require different techniques during the cutting or trimming process. Joel has mastered the various skills needed to produce above average results for all of these hair types which is something that our happy customers and their (our) gallery hold testament to.
Each hair type has it’s own particular requirement when being groomed. As a general guide, European hair, Asian hair and black hair all require different techniques during the cutting or trimming process. Joel has mastered the various skills needed to produce above average results for all of these hair types which is something that our happy customers and their (our) gallery hold testament to.
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