Tom
Freelancer / Reiki Practitioner
About me
I’m Tom. I’ve worked in the industry dare I say for over 30 years!
Starting off as a work experience boy with a passion for hair and wanting to learn everything I could about it. My journey with the industry has been an incredible experience and a fruitful one at that. Working at some of the leading salons across the country from Sassoon Toni & Guy, Aveda London & Rush.
I love the creativity the industry can offer through fashion hair photography which lead me to become a session stylist working backstage at London fashion week, teaching at Toni& Guy London and Manchester Academy’s.
Setting up Baroque has stretched all that knowledge to create what I believe to be a space where guests feel safe, seen and in the best creative and knowledgeable hands of a committed team. After time I really felt that I needed to grow and so too did Baroque in a completely new way, so I retrained as Hair loss specialist and Holistic Reiki Practitioner.
Bringing these new elements to the salon has been a beautiful thing to share.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Tom’s favourite hair trend is the Bixie cut, a new longer look of the pixie leading to more of a bob length, with long layers, texture and movement. This haircut demands to be worn with confidence!
Tom couldn’t live without Reiki healing; it’s given him so much and teaches every day. He lives with gratitude it found him.
Tom’s secret talent is spending money on clothes he does not need!
About me
Hi, I am Verity! First, I absolutely love all that is hair. I believe my passion firstly came from being a frizzy haired teen getting tinsel at the age of 14, I felt no one should have to live the journey that I had! I found an industry that has inspired me to grow with confidence with every year I have served my greatest passion, and I love giving our guests confidence in themselves. From an early age, I felt that I needed to give back to the industry, so I qualified as a hairdressing assistant aged 21, all the while trying to push my own career working photo shoots and bringing up the next generation. I have been truly blessed in being able to compete in the Wella Trend Vision Loreal Colour Trophy, Aveda Pure Image award and I was also a finalist of the British Hairdressing award. I gained a colour specialist degree. I love doing unique and special colours and am excited to cut and style alongside innovative trends and styles. I just want everyone to be the best version of themselves!
Up close and personal with your stylist
Verity’s favourite hair trend is to do hair styles with jewellery; she loves to add some bling!
Verity’s go to meal deal is anything with a spicy kick and a Pepsi Max.
Verity’s secret talent is she learnt sign language when she was 16 (not so secret now!)
Verity
Art Director/ Baroque Training Manager
Jack
Artistic Director
About me
My hairdressing journey started all the way back in 2007 when I joined baroque as an apprentice. In this time my love for the craft of hairdressing has never stopped growing. For me it’s not just about “doing hair” its understanding each guest as an individual and creating something that really suits them and their lifestyle and they leave feeling amazing. I keep myself up to date with new trends a techniques through continuous education.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Jack’s favourite hair trend is layered and textured cuts, such as a wolfcut. Anything with lots of texture and super sharp looks.
You’ll find Jack spending time with my young family.
Jack’s must have hair product is Bedroom Hair, for when you are wanting to add texture and hold with the set feel of hairspray.
About me
My favourite hair trend is My favourite current hair trend is all about soft, natural beauty—think blended balayage, face-framing layers, and styles that enhance your natural texture while still looking polished and modern.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Louise’s secret talent is DJ’ing, I have a love for music.
Louise can’t live without family and friends.
Louise
Art Director (Freelancer)
Liv
Style Director/ Great Lengths Extension Specialist
About me
My I’ve been passionate about hairdressing since starting my career back in 2015 I love working in a creative environment and being surrounded by like-minded people, I thrive in helping clients feel confident and look their best it’s what drives me most, seeing a smile looking back at you in the mirror is the most rewarding feeling.
I would say that I specialise most in blondes, great lengths hair extensions for added thickness, and styling including bouncy blowdrys and hair ups for special occasions.
Being part of a supportive team that feels like family makes what I do even more rewarding baroque will always be a work home to me and for those who know me and come to me will know that I tried working somewhere else once and it wasn’t the same which just shows who you work with matters too.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Liv can’t live without getting her nails done.
Liv’s must have hair product is Oribe Royal Blowout.
Liv’s go to meal deal is M&S Sriracha Prawn Poke Bowl with cantaloupe melon pieces and a can of raspberry and blackcurrant sparkling water.
About me
Since joining as a Saturday boy, I have enjoyed being in the creative space of hairdressing ever since. I find it amazing to be able to positively change the way a person can see themselves all in the matter of an hour appointment. I am always eager to grow as a professional with trends, techniques and continually educating myself in what way ever possible. I specialise in shorter styles whether scissors, clipper or both!
Up close and personal with your stylist
Bens favourite hair trend is anything short and textured.
You’ll find Ben running or on a dog walk.
Ben’s go to meal deal is Falafal wrap, Kit Kat Chunky & a smoothie.
Ben
Creative Stylist
Aaliyah
Stylist/ Colour Technician/ Beauty Works Extension Specialist
About me
Hi I’m Aaliyah. With almost four years of experience, I have a huge love for everything the hair industry has to offer. I’m always learning and developing my skills through courses and new techniques to stay up to date with the latest trends in the hairdressing world. I specialise in Beauty Works hair extensions, blonding, and lived-in colour, but above all, I love helping my clients confident and good about themselves when they are in my chair visiting the salon.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Aaliyah’s favourite hair trend is ‘Pammy’ inspired updo!
In her spare time, you’ll find Aaliyah spending time with friends and family and most definitely planning trips away (especially Ibiza).
Aaliyah can’t live without the Oribe dry texturizing spray, which adds effortless texture and volume for her iconic bouncy blowouts.
About me
Since being a little girl, I had always found myself doing my friends and family’s hair before they went out. And as I grew older and realised I didn’t want to work on a farm anymore I thought about making a career out of doing something I had enjoyed since I was little. After I joined as a Saturday girl, I realised how much I loved the environment of making people feel good about themselves. I love how the work isn’t just doing people hair and sending them away it’s about creating relationships with the clients and allowing them to trust us.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Ebony’s favourite hair trend is lived in blondes.
You’ll find Ebony in a hot country!
If Ebony wasn’t a hairstylist, she would probably be working with animals on a farm.
Ebony
Trainee Stylist
Sam
Trainee Stylist
About me
When Tom stood in my kitchen twenty or so years ago and asked me to be a part of his new venture, I remember feeling like it was a nerve wracking decision for me….purely because I’d been an ‘at home mum’, for a long time and I thought my skill set matched that of an amoeba!
I declined his kind offer of training me up to be a stylist (oh the irony) but happily began discussions about being his receptionist…Basically I’ve been working for Baroque since the dawn of time.
Having been his receptionist, to then becoming a manager and post mat leave coming back to receptionist then trainee hairdresser – I’m now just waiting to be wheeled out onto the salon floor! Hang on – am I the Benjamin Button of Baroque??!!!
Hairdressing enables me to be all my favourite professions: style consultant, life coach, counsellor and obviously a dresser of hair and I love people and chatting!!! The industry keeps me young at heart – or so I’d like to think and the energy it gives me is a real tonic.
I’ve known the team for many years, and I suppose you could say we’ve all grown up together (some more than others!!!) it may sound terribly cheesy, but they are my salon family, and I can’t imagine a place I’d rather be for inspiration, training and laughter!
Up close and personal with your stylist
In her spare time, you’ll find Sam with her many children and grandchildren. Or roping everyone in the team to a half marathon or two…
Sam’s favourite hair product is Kevin Murphy Restore.
If Sam wasn’t a hairstylist, she would be a writer.
About me
I was originally a guest at Baroques when they first opened their doors over 20 years ago. I had known Tom even before then, and I’ve long since stopped counting the exact number of years.
I joined the Baroque team more than eight years ago and haven’t looked back since. It’s been a unique experience seeing things from both sides of the fence.
Up close and personal with your stylist
Alison’s favourite product is Young Again – perfect for taming frizz and flyaways, leaving my hair smooth and hydrated.
You’ll usually find Alison helping out decorating at her children’s houses or pottering in the garden.
Alison’s secret talent is she can still do the splits.
Alison
Reception
Amanda
Reception
About me
Hi, I’m Amanda, the face you’ll see when you walk into the salon. I handle bookings, keep things running smoothly (as much as possible) behind the scenes, and make sure everyone feels welcome from the moment they arrive. Whether you’re popping in for a quick trim or a full. makeover, I’m here to help make your visit relaxed and enjoyable!
Up close and personal with your stylist
You’ll find Amada pottering in the garden or our having a meal.
Amanda can’t live without a black coffee, first thing in the morning!
Amanda’s must have hair product is Blonde Angel by Kevin Murphy, to keep those brassy tones out.