About
Silk Trends was founded in 2007 by Ingrid Farrell and her daugther Dionne. It was a dream come true for Mother and Daughter team from Manchester, whose initial idea of opening the salon came from realising there were no quality hair services in the area for the local community.
Having lived in Chingford for four years previously to opening the salon, Ingrid knew all too well the problems of finding a reputable hairdresser in the area, and many times had to travel far afield to seek the professional hair services she required.
“We wanted to bring a well needed service to the area that was lacking for local people of different cultures and cater for all hair types”, says Ingrid.
Silk Trends is the first truly multicultural hair salon in Chingford, catering for all hair types. We provide an inviting and comfortable environment for customers to feel relaxed. We also maintain a friendly, fair, and creative work environment, which respects diversity, ideas, and hard work.
Silk Trends not only provides expert hairdressing services in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere; We use high quality professional styling products, provide detailed home care advice, and make sure you have the knowledge to maintain your new hair style between salon visits. We also provide training opportunities for budding stylists and clients. All our stylist are fully qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 Hairdressing standards and receive continous training and development to ensure our standards stay high. Ingrid is also a qualified Hairdressing Lecturer and NVQ Assessor therefore continous learning is always encouraged and supported.
Silk Trends Academy offers a variety of courses that are especially targeted to new and talented hair stylists wanting to enhance their current skill set. We also offer a variety of workshops for clients who want to learn how to maintain their hair between salon visits. Our courses are designed to encourage creative learning and practical skills that can be put into practise immediately.”
Awards:
English Hair and Beauty Awards 2012
Runner up in the Women’s Stylist of the Year category
Afro Hair and Beauty Show 2009
2nd Place – Stop Watch Styling Competition (A creative style in 15 minutes)
Creme de la Creme British Hairdressing Awards 2007
1st Place – Weave Stylist of the Year
2nd Place – Braid Stylist of the Year
2nd Place – Styling Team of the Year
