What or who inspired you to pursue a career as a hairstylist?

I have always been interested in the fashion industry, especially in hairdressing. When I was 16, I followed my first hairdressing course and one year later, I signed up for a three-year course at the School of Hairdressing, which later became part of Mcast.

I also attended other courses, including at the Mayfair Academy of London. In 2007, I received a nomination at the Goldwell Awards and won the award for best salon manager. I received further awards at the Wella Trend Competition.

This recognition encouraged me to open my own salon, MAF, in 2008. Earlier this year, I was nominated for the best hairstylist award at the Mercedes-Benz Malta Fashion Awards and am currently the resident hairstylist on Venere.

What do wedding hairstyles add to a bride and groom’s outfit?

Just imagine wearing a gorgeous wedding dress and not having the hair to match. For a bride, a great hairstyle adds femininity and class. A groom should also have a clean neckline and sideburns, without too much product as this makes the hair look unnatural and greasy.

How do you decide on a wedding hairstyle?

When it comes to bridal hair, I always keep in mind the shape of the bride’s face, texture, length and the groom’s height, as it doesn’t look good when a bride’s hair towers over the groom.

Another important consideration is the weather, as elements such as wind and humidity can all affect a hairstyle.

Of course, I also discuss styles with the bride as well as what style of dress she will be wearing and whether she will be opting for a tiara, comb, fascinator or fresh flowers.

Preparations could start from months before, especially if the bride is changing her hair colour for her wedding day.

As for the groom, I normally suggest a simple style.

What are the current trends for wedding hairstyles?

Relaxed, hippy chic hairstyles with loose curls are very in right now. On the other hand, tight buns have lost some of their appeal – instead, many are opting for loose buns on the side with fishtails. Of course, classic styles like a French roll or chignon are always in fashion.

For the groom, we’re seeing a lot of 1920s-inspired styles, with short back and sides and a long side parting.

As a hairdresser, what are your main challenges on a wedding day?

I usually don’t get very excited on the day as we would have had multiple trials beforehand.

My main challenges are time management and keeping the bride and her mother as calm as possible – since they usually arrive early at my salon, I make sure that they have a good start to the day.

The one wedding where I know I will be very excited will be my own next year – I’m sure I will be very anxious seeing my fiancée walking down the aisle, especially since I won’t be doing her hair.

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