Meet the Team

Meet The Team At The Best Hairdressers In Halifax!

Meet the talented team at Anthony James Hair Salon in Halifax

We can't wait to help you with your hair, offering tailored and detailed consultations to ensure you leave our salon looking and feeling fabulous. 

We offer a wide range of hairdressing services from hair extensions to balayage hair colours and everything in between. Our team are highly trained and specialise in different areas of hairdressing, so if you want a specific service we can match you to the best stylist for your needs!

Our team stay up to date with the latest trends, techniques and tips to help you look and feel fantastic. Check out our Instagram page for more ideas and inspiration.

If you are interested in an appointment, please book in by calling us on 01422 747001 or 747002 or you can book online. 

The Team 20232

Joanne

Say hello to our Salon Owner / Director Joanne Lewis...

How long have you been a stylist?

Longer than I care to remember! I started in hairdressing aged 14, working for my mother in her salon as she did with her 4 sisters in her family salon back in Northern Ireland. I have been lucky enough to be in hairdressing in the eras of Punk Rock, New Romantics '80's big hair, Jennifer Aniston in the '90s, right the way through to today's styles.

Which styles or colours do you absolutely love doing/are you renowned for?

I love cutting short hair and enhancing it with colour to express my clients' personality and give it the wow factor.

What do you love about being a hairdresser?

I love being creative and listening to my clients' expectations so I can create a bespoke shape for them to feel confident and empowered by. I also try to make clients feel comfortable, so they know they are in the right place.

What inspired you to become a hairdresser?

My inspirations throughout the years have been Trevor Sorbie, Beverley C and Errol Douglas. In recent years I am inspired by Mark Leeson and Sam Burnet. I love watching other hairdressers and learning from them, even the younger ones. You are never too old to learn or too young to teach.

What is your ultimate ambition?

To create a beautiful space and 1-1 service to all clients in a relaxing, friendly environment so they know/feel they are in the right place.

How would you describe yourself in three words?

Caring, determined and adaptable.

Tell us a fun fact about you...

I worked behind a bar in Spain for a month. Crazy fun times.

Laura

This is our Senior Hair Stylist and Colour Specialist Laura Broadbent...

How long have you been a stylist?

I've been a hairdresser for 12 years now. I trained in the South of England before taking a few years off to be a mum. I moved back up to Halifax and started working at AJ's where I've now been since 2013.

Which styles or colours do you absolutely love doing/are you renowned for?

I absolutely LOVE colouring, especially blondes. I really enjoy the challenge and science behind creating a beautiful blonde hair colour using a variety of techniques including balayage, highlights and ombre. That is why when AJ's give me the chance to become a Goldwell Colour Expert I accepted the challenge and, through lots of hard work and determination, passed the exams!

What do you love about being a hairdresser?

I love the social environment of a salon, meeting new people and making them feel better through their hair. I also love training, learning new things and all the opportunities that hairdressing offers.

What inspired you to become a hairdresser?

I get my inspiration from everything around me including social media, high street trends, catwalk fashions etc. I also love the different seasons and all the wonderful, inspiring colours they bring with them such as warm beachy blondes in Summer, icy blondes in Winter and rich, warm copper browns in Autumn.

How would you describe yourself in three words?

Chatty, kind & thoughtful.

Tell us a fun fact about you...

I'm a qualified Open Water scuba diver!

 

Cameron

What is your name and job title? 

Cameron Gallacher, Graduate Stylist 

How long have you been a Stylist/Barber? Tell us about your hairdressing experience so far. 

I have been in hairdressing for 3 years. Got my Level 2 and currently studying Level 3. 

Which styles or colours do you absolutely love doing? Why do you love doing them? 

As a stylist, I find that a voluminous blowout adds a touch of glamour to any client's look. The bounce and body it provides can truly elevate a hairstyle and make it stand out. On the other hand, a skin fade is a sleek and sharp option that exudes confidence and sophistication. These two styles are among my personal favourites, as they offer a perfect balance of elegance and edge. 

What do you love about being a hairdresser? 

I enjoy the opportunity to engage with new people, boost their self-assurance, and craft the most exceptional appearance for my clients.

Who inspires you? 

My team members and social media

What is your ultimate ambition? 

I aspire to be recognised for my unwavering commitment to excellence in all that I do, and to be regarded as one of the foremost experts in my field of passion. 

How would you describe yourself in three words? 

Determined, Disciplined and Polite. 

Tell us something about you that would surprise others. 

When I was just 14 years old, I achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the Champion Kick Boxer in the UK for my weight and category. This accomplishment required a great deal of dedication, hard work, and perseverance, and I am immensely proud of what I was able to achieve at such a young age.

As a result of my success in the ring, I gained a newfound sense of confidence and self-assurance that has stayed with me throughout my life.

Today, I continue to draw upon the lessons I learned as a young kick boxer, using my determination and drive to achieve success in all areas of my life.