THE CATEGORIES

THE FASHIONISTA
Leigh Keates, Michael Van Clarke
With eight years’ hairdressing experience under his belt, Leigh has built up quite a CV but fashion is his first and true love. Travelling as far as Sydney to style hair, he’s developed a passion for editorial work, which has earned him coveted page space in the likes of Tatler and Dazed and Confused.

THE ENTREPRENEUR
Leanna Sutherland, Evocativ
Leanna was only 21 when she opened her salon in 2009, but she’s enjoyed success ever since – proving a recession doesn’t have to equal failure, and enjoying tidy profits she’s exceptionally proud of. She has been a regular at London Fashion Week for two years, and worked as an educator for Sebastian Professional, juggling with ease her business and personal career.

THE VISIONARY
Dan Spiller, Marc Antoni
Session work is a favourite part of Dan’s job, and he believes the skills he has learned have helped dramatically to improve all other areas of his career. A member of the Marc Antoni aristic team, Dan is fortunate to have the opportunity to develop his creative ideas and feeds off the fired-up energy of a fast-paced photo shoot!

THE ONE TO WATCH (FEMALE)
Sophia Hilton, Brooks & Brooks
Already published in Grazia and stylist on the Disney channel, Sophia recently represented the UK in the WorldSkills event. Since embarking on her career just three years ago, Sophia has worked hard to make a name for herself, and views photo shoots as one of the best ways to channel a multitude of ideas.

THE ONE TO WATCH (MALE)
Leigh Keates, Michael Van Clarke
Leigh is a stylist that is just as content behind the chair as he is backstage creating looks for a show or on set styling features for a major publication. A versatile multi-tasker with high aims, he won’t be happy until he receives the ultimate accolade – recognition from The Palace! Working on campaigns, editorial shoots, shows and music videos, Leigh is fast ticking every box out there.

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The 2011 It List VISIONARY