Inspired by the Japanese philosophy, Ikigai by Danilo Giangreco is a stunning collection. London-based hairdresser and salon owner (Danilo Hair Boutique), our man was inspired by the Japanese philosophy text which roughly translates to ‘reason for being’ or ‘a purpose in life’. This collection shows how inspiration for hair can come from a mood, a thought process, an ethos as much as it can from visual references.
Danilo Giangreco
We’ve been watching Italian-born Danilo for a decade or more, as he flourishes into a creative, dynamic leader. As well as being an award-winner in his own right, Danilo’s team includes Enrica Russo, the current holder of The Big One Trophy presented by Tribu-te Magazine.
For this latest collection, Danilo says: “Ikigai is the the intersection of a few important elements of life: What you love and what makes you happy, what you’re good at and what you can be paid for. The idea is that if you can find something that satisfies all these elements, you will find a deep sense of fulfillment and happiness. I explored this idea in my collection. Playing with hair while creating shapes and textures is what truly excites me.”
Ikigai credits
Hair: Danilo Giangreco, assisted by: Emy Roccabella • Photograghy: Andrew O’Toole • Makeup: Kylie O’Toole • Styling: Anthony Capon
Danilo joined Ashleigh Hodges on the Respectfully podcast to discuss the business of colour, click here to listen.
If you want to learn more about Enrica Russo and how she won The Big One Trophy, click here.
Click here for more inspiration
________________________________
Film is an exciting medium for the hairdressing industry – to explore brilliant, creative stories made by hairdressers and photographers around the world, jump over to see our Respect for Hair channel hosted on hairclips.tv which is especially designed for you! From inspirational photographic work, to behind the scenes footage, product explanations and education, you’ll find lots to interest and intrigue. You can sign up with an email and make comments and ask questions. It’s FREE to use and really worth your time. Every film you watch, the platform suggests another piece of moving artistry to feed your imagination. There is something to please everyone from colourists, to cutters, stylists to trainees and salon owners. We love it. You will, too. Now go on.. .hop over to hairclips.tv
Respect is a hub for UK hairdressers of all ages and stages to find out what We Love, We Hear and We Seeas the best product launches, styling advice, hairtools, education training and seminars and hairshows! Sign up to our newsletter which is sent fortnightly direct to your email, so you stay up-to-date with salon styling information, trends in session work, advice on presenting on stage or progress in educating – whatever your interest, whether you’re a trainee or creative director, an educator or team leader, you’ll find all the opportunities and ideas on www.respectyou.me
