Meet The Dream Team

Michael kelly
Director
@Michaelkellycolourist
Considered one of Australia’s most talented colourists, Michael Kelly has spent close to two decades creating luxe hair for his loyal clientele while inspiring and elevating the industry through his globally renowned education platform. Growing up as a coastal kid in a small surf town, 16-year-old Michael hit up the local mall’s flashiest salon for his first job in the industry before moving to Sydney and stepping up and into what was Australia’s most exclusive salon: VALONZ Haircutters. Here he worked and trained under the country’s biggest names in hair and editorial styling, developing his skill set and a standout service ethic. Then came a national role with Oscar Oscar salons leading their education team before wanderlust and an opportunity to relocate to London in 2015 presented the chance to grow and connect with like-minded industry leaders across Europe, America and the Middle East.

Returning to Australia a few years later with an impressive, global social media following, Michael took on his biggest role to date, heading up both the colour and education teams for Australia's most influential salon group at a time of massive expansion. Juggling a demanding client roster with regular travel, he was instrumental in building and scaling what quickly became an internationally revered education offering.

After the privilege of working for Australia’s best and brightest salon groups, it was time for Michael to take the leap towards creating his own. While continuing to grow his Michael Kelly Education platform globally, he began to build his vision for the home of transformative hair. Salon HER opened in January, 2023 on Victoria Street in Sydney’s Darlinghurst. Very much the reflection of his passion for his craft and genuine dedication to his clients, Michael has created a salon experience like no other.
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Asha
Asha

Home town:
I’m from a small town called New Plymouth in New Zealand.

Epic Travel Fail:
I haven’t had many travel fails fortunately. My only travel fails are cancelled flights and coming home without luggage eek!

Great Hair Hack:
Always swap your shampoos every season. Your hair adjusts so easily to products so switching it up gives your hair all of the benefits!

Sweet or Savoury?
Sweet all the way! Chocolate is my guilty pleasure.

Biggest Hero?
Stella McCartney, she is a boss babe! She’s motivated and has excellent taste in her brand.

Why Salon HER?
Salon HER offers a unique experience for clients that is memorable. The team are amazing too!

Hair Signature:
Shiny, healthy, easy to style hair!

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Sofia
Sofia

Home town:
Sydney, Australia

Epic Travel Fail:
While walking through a small town in Portugal on a 45 degree day with a dead phone by myself, I managed to get lost. I spent an hour and a half finding my way back.

Great Hair Hack:
Apply a little bit of dry shampoo to a fresh blowdry in order to keep it lasting longer!

Sweet or Savoury?
Can I pick both?

Biggest Hero?
My mum

Why Salon HER?
The love and sense of welcoming you feel walking through the front doors

Hair Signature:
Soft, clean flicks

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Morgan Mcnamara
1st year apprentice
@morgan_salonher
Morgan Mcnamara
1st year apprentice

Hometown?  

Sydney!

What's your go to guilty pleasure?

I love coming from work and putting on some trash tv! My favourites are The Kardashians and anything from the Real Housewives.

Where's the next place on your travel bucket list and why?

New York is definitely up there.  I love the fashion and I've always been obsessed with Gossip Girl.

What is your favourite way to spend a day off?

I've just moved closer to the beach so I love taking advantage of that. I also try to go out for dinner and relax.

How old were you when you had your first celebrity crush and who?

My first celeb crush was Joe Jonas, I was 12, it was intense!

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Clodagh
Expert
@clodagheganhair
Clodagh
Expert

Home town:
Boyle, County Roscommon

Epic Travel Fail:
Bringing my scissors in my hand luggage and I didn’t have a check in bag !!!

Great Hair Hack:
Exfoliating gloves once a week in the shower on my scalp with my favourite Kerastase shampoo chroma.

Sweet or Savoury?
Definitely sweet

Biggest Hero?
I don’t have one lol

Why Salon HER?
Because I get to work with a bunch of talented legends

Hair Signature:
I think it would have to be the Bob

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Tracy
Michaels first assistant
@tracy_salonher
Tracy
Michaels first assistant
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Britt
Expert
@brittfordhamhair
Britt
Expert

Home town
The Central Coast

Epic Travel Fail:
Getting my leg stuck in the drain of a Paris hostel shower; having to call for help, very naked and very embarrassed.

Great hair hack:
Always make sure your ends and face frame are bright and popping and keep those roots soft and blended. 

Sweet or Savoury ?
Both, life’s too short!

Tell us a joke: 
A hairdresser goes on a lunch break…

Biggest hero?
My dad!
He’s taught me to always work hard and to always keep going. 

Why Salon HER ?
Michael interviewed me for a job six years ago and I told him that if he opened a salon I would love to work there. I got the job, we worked together for years — and didn’t want to kill each other! — and that’s pretty damn special.

Hair signature:
Hair extensions. I love giving women their dream hair, even if it isn’t their own. As a fine-hair gal myself I know how limiting it can feel so being able to offer endless options of length, density and colour just gets me excited.

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Fabian Gutierrez
EMERGING STYLIST
@ FABIAN_SALONHER
Fabian Gutierrez
EMERGING STYLIST

Home town:
Columbia

Star Sign:
Cancer, like Sophia Vergara

Hair Signature:
I love creating a style according to what my client wants, making them feel beautiful, confident and empowered. I want everyone to leave with a smile on their face! That is the most important thing. (I'm most known for my signature bouncy blow dries though!!)

Sweet or Savoury?
Always sweet!

Why Salon HER ?
I love having the privilege to work with and learn from Michael and the whole team. We support each other so much and always bring eachother up. I love meeting and connecting with all our clients. I have the privilege of being able to grow professionally and personally every day!

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Charlie Fox
SALON OPERATIONS MANAGER
Charlie Fox
SALON OPERATIONS MANAGER

Home town:
A small coastal town called Barwon Heads in Victoria

Star Sign:
Gemini 100%

Sweet or Savoury:
Mmm it's a hard choice between chocolate and hot chips

Why Salon HER:
The culture, the team, the clients, EVERYTHING! It is such a rewarding place to work, no two days are the same and I love every second of it!

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Nasser Halbouni
EXPERT / MASTER CUTTER
@NASSERHALBOUNIHAIR
Nasser Halbouni
EXPERT / MASTER CUTTER

Home town:
Sydney.. I have moved all over but I'm based in the Northern Beaches now.

Star Sign:
Libra

Hair Signature:
I would say my signature would be total hair transformations! Whether it be a drastic colour change, cutting your hair into a bob or adding length with extensions - I love taking clients through the whole process, from start to finish! I am obsessed with a sharp bob or a fresh curly cut as well!

Sweet or Savoury:
Definitely sweet! Party mix lollies!

Why Salon HER?
It's such a beautiful Salon, everyone works so cohesively together to create amazing work. The team are incredibly accepting and open

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