Willesden hairdresser takes the London 2012 Olympics to new heights with heady weave
Michael Roberts’ creation scoops top prize at this year’s Afro Beauty Show
A hairdressers from Willesden has taken celebrating the London 2012 Olympics to new heights.
The award winning salon Michael’s Styles, in the High Road, has created a giant weave in the shape of the Olympic Torch.
The unique design scooped the top prize in two categories at this year’s Afro Beauty Show Live.
Owner Michael Roberts, a former chef, joined the hairdressing trade in 1997 after studying at the College of North West London, in Willesden and set up Michael’s Styles.
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Over the years, Mr Roberts has continually won awards and prizes in some of London’s top hair and fashion shows. Last week the salon won best Avant-garde category with its Olympic themed hair-style as well as the best braids category.
Mr Roberts said: “I am really delighted at winning the award. The salon is overwhelmed.
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“Hundreds applied to the competition so to win is a great achievement.
“The Olympic torch might not be passing through Willesden but for us, it has.”
