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SEARCHFirst they faced off on the Bravo show “Shear Genius." Now they’re here on ModernSalon.com, representing the Right and Left Coasts!
Tabatha Coffey, the Australian-born owner of Industrie Hair Gurus in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and a Joico Artistic Team member, won an on-the-side fan following for her no-holds-barred remarks on the show. British gentleman Anthony Morrison, owner of the Londoner Salon and Day Spa in Manhattan Beach, California and also a Joico Artistic Team member, won the whole "SG" shooting match. Now that they're celebs, inquiring minds want to know.
East - Tabatha Coffey
Favorite beverage: Coffee, without a doubt! I am a huge caffeine freak.
Guilty pleasures: Shopping, sweets and my eyelash extensions.
Great getaway: My favorite city is Rome-the food, the shopping, the history, the architecture, the people, and yes, the coffee!
Fab shoes: At the moment, a Christian Louboutin black and white pony print. My favorite BUS (back-up shoes) are my silver Diesel sneakers.
Fave restaurant: Most Sundays if I'm home you can find me at Angelo's on Mulberry Street in New York. It's the best pasta outside of Italy.
Color me: Blondes and reds are my favorite colors. I love the Vero K-Pak Colors 7RC, 6RC and 6FR, used alone or mixed with the gold or natural series. They produce the most vibrant, gorgeous reds-my clients love them. My favorite blonde is HLN, and I tone with Verochrome V9-my personal hair color formula.
Go-to pro products: Must-haves are Joico's K-Pak, Joishape spray and Distortion. I also love, love, love my C2 flatiron [by Linea Pro].
I'm listening to: Miguel Migs' new CD, also Aquarian Angel and the new OM CD.
West - Anthony Morrison
Favorite beverage: A chilled Cosmopolitan.
Guilty pleasure: Three-layer chocolate cake from Sweet Lady Jane in Los Angeles. It is decadence at its best!
Great getaway: Brazil. It's crazy and fun but can be totally relaxing and tranquil.
Good shoes: Prada makes the best shoes for standing in all day. And they look great, which is a plus.
Fave restaurant: Sona on La Cienega in Los Angeles. It is out-of-this-world delicious and has a beautiful decor.
Best color: My favorite color to wear is red.
Go-to pro product: My favorite professional product line is Joico; they seem to have the right product for every type of hair.
I'm listening to: A wide range. I love house music, and I also love ambient, vibe, chill-out music. Let's throw some classical in there for the heck of it!
My biggest tip: A very wealthy and regular client of mine gave me $1,000 as a Christmas gift. The year before she bought me a Louis Vuitton briefcase. I priced it out and it valued at $2,500. Now, she knew the value of a good hair stylist!
Dominique LyVar, an influential educator and artist, is remembered by those who loved him for his significant impact on the industry and contributions to the community.
Known for his buttery blondes and a technique for highlighting hair with more precision that he called chunking, Brad Johns died on August 27. His friend and fellow colorist, David Stanko, shares thoughts on his talented colleague and close friend.
As technology evolves at an accelerated rate, you want to make sure you have the best in your business toolkit to help you grow sales, motivate your team, communicate with your current and future clientele, and streamline your managerial tasks. The 2026 SALON TODAY Technology Solutions Guide is designed to help you navigate today's growing landscape of salon and spa technology. In this guide, you'll find a curated look at more than 50 of the latest software platforms, digital solutions, and innovative features to help you compare options and identify the best fit for your business.
The Davines Edit reflects the brand’s passion for people and planet.
RÜTE Wash introduces a shower cap designed specifically for crown washing, helping clients with hair extensions cleanse the scalp while protecting the lengths from water.
Premiere San Antonio Presented by SalonCentric returns for its fourth edition August 30-31 at the Henry B. González Convention Center, delivering its biggest and boldest event to date.
One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.
A live education series explores the ideas, collaboration, creative decisions and processes behind the winning work.
According to the report, people are moving away from copy-paste trends and toward community, using real experiences to develop a sense of taste and beauty that reflects who they are.
Hairstylists and barbers can showcase their creative and technical vision in two global categories with cash prizes and a chance to represent in Portugal.
The BBR Beauty Show featured a prominent speaker lineup including Lacy Redway, Karrueche Tran, Danessa Myricks, Chelley B., Sabrina Elba, Jessica Harris-Dupart, and more.
The Professional Beauty Association and Pivot Point team up to develop an ongoing study that measures the confidence of salon owners, stylists, school owners, and students.
This shared recognition celebrates the strength of industry collaboration in advancing professional mobility.
In Dubai, a salon visit isn’t an appointment. It’s a weekly routine, and clients can spend $800 to $1,400 a month on it, according to Gaurav Tripathi of MADI International. On October 6-8, 2026, the market behind those numbers opens its doors as Beautyworld Dubai marks its 30th edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together distributors, brands, stylists and salon owners from all over the world.
Sponsored by BeautyWorld Dubai
The Good Patch is a leading wearable wellness patch brand, offering wellness and skincare patches that support everyday needs including energy, sleep, relaxation and more.
Four publications for beauty industry professionals to enhance their leadership skills, financial awareness, professional growth, and joy!
Ulta Beauty has announced its partnership with Black Beauty Roster to launch the pilot of All Textures Certification (ATC). The new program is aimed at addressing gaps in education within the beauty industry and raising the level of skills and guest satisfaction for all.
