In this Classic Rerun, I’m taking you back to a conversation I recorded with Eugene Souleiman over Skype in April 2019. Eugene is one of the world’s most respected session hairstylists, and this chat is a proper insight into what it takes to build a career at the very highest level.
From South East London to the Global Stage
Eugene talks me through his journey from humble beginnings in South East London to becoming a fixture in international fashion and editorial. He also reflects on training with Trevor Sorbie, and why mastering a strong technical foundation matters before you can truly start breaking the rules.
The Reality of Session Styling
We get into the pace and pressure of runway shows and shoots. Eugene explains how he prepares, how quickly decisions have to be made, and why collaboration with designers is everything. For him, it’s not just hair — it’s creating a complete look.
Creativity, Social Media, and What Was Next
We also talked tabout how social media was already changing the industry, and Eugene shared his plans for a multi-volume book project. If you’re looking for a spark to think bigger and stay creative, this episode will give you one. Hit play!
