James at Atelier 18 – Banstead Salon

Following the retirement of hairdresser Clifford Austin Hunt, the eponymous Banstead salon has a new owner and new name for the New Year.

The High Street salon is now known as James at Atelier 18 with new owner James Foster at the helm. James, who currently worked at Sloane Square celebrity salon Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa, will be bringing some Knightsbridge glamour to Banstead.

James, who has been working in the premises for the past 18 months, has been working hard with the team to ensure high quality hairdressing at an affordable price. “I’m incredibly excited to be opening my new salon on Banstead High Street,” James says. “Clients and local shop owners have all made me feel welcome and I’m really looking forward to being part of the community. A great hairstyle is more than looking great, it’s about feeling great too and we know how important a hair appointment is to your mental health and well-being. We love nothing more than making our clients feel special – and if they leave looking fabulous even better!”

The salon offers services including cutting, colouring and hair extensions and is looking forward to welcoming new and regular clients in 2022. The salon – situated at the top of the High Street opposite M&S – is also to get a brand new look in the coming months.

Meet the team

With over 13 years at Richard Ward in Sloane Square in the Artistic team he has a wealth of experience not only in the salon but on TV Shows, Cat-walk and Print. He was also part of the team for a very special wedding…

He has a calm confident approach to hair.

owner

James

Lily joined the company back in 2012. Her natural flair for hair was apparent. Lily’s Sassoon training has left her with a keen eye for detail, also having completed a Loreal certified colourist course. Lily loves being busy and a creative colour is one of her favourite things to do, while the soft, natural and elegant colour trends is one of her passions. Enjoying her time on the salon floor Lily brings youth, elegance and energy to the salon.

Technical Director | Premier Stylist

Lily

Dario joins the team with 18 years of hairdressing experience at the highest level. Having ran a very successful salon in Wimbledon then moving to Belgravia before bringing the London feel to Banstead. His flair for colour and styling is obvious to all who meet him. His fast growing client base means appointments are becoming much sort after.

Premier Technician | Style Director

Dario

Stylist Victoria trained with Sassoon before joining the team 10 years ago and has built a discerning clientele with her precision cutting and attention to detail. Victoria’s bubbly enthusiasm is infectious and lights up the salon.

Style Director

Victoria

Jasmine is the go to for all things Instagrammable. She is the hair extension queen, so much so she is the Beauty Works Educator for the South of England. Having trained with James at Richard Ward in Chelsea before branching out independently, she has grown a huge following for her extension work and signature waves.

Extension Specialist

Jasmine

Emma is the latest addition to our team. completing her apprenticeship and training at Daniel Galvin, she is now our Technician/ Stylist. Emma is fast building a client base and becoming a very busy member of the team. Her fun approach to life is infectious.

Technician | Stylist

Emma

Caitlin has just completed her college End Point Assessment and scored 650 out of 700. She is mature beyond her years and is a pleasure to have in the salon and loved by clients and the team. Caitlin already shows great promise as a stylist. Her Kerastase product knowledge is growing and she can solve most hair needs at the backwash. A head massage with Caitlin is a must!

Apprentice

Caitlin

Viki is the happy face that greets you. She makes the salon tick and run seamlessly. Nothing is a hassle and all inquiries and questions can be answered by Viki. She’s available Tuesday-Thursday.

Receptionist