OUR MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY
Never underestimate the power of a good hair day
Our Salon
Established in 1980, Wispers offers vast experience in the hair profession and takes it long established reputation very seriously. The modern and airconditioned Hair and Nail salon is based in the historic 13th Century Wickham Square and has a fantastic reputation for providing an exceptionally high level of service by some of the most talented Hair Professionals in Hampshire and Southern England.
Our mission to constantly improve what we do and exceed our clients’ expectation, has never changed, nor will ever change. The team undergo extensive and regular training and self development programs with leading professional brands such as L’Oreal and industry icons such as Sophia Hilton and Darren Fowler. This enables us to produce results that are always of the highest standards, to stay aware and ahead of the latest trends and to ensure that our team remain at the pinnacle of their talent. We feel passionately about keeping up with all of the latest trends and developments in Hair and Nail Technology. This allows our clients to benefit from new techniques, products and styles that we tailor to suit each client and their individual needs. We offer the latest treatments such as K18, Olaplex and Kerastase FusioDose which allow you to keep your hair looking just like you’ve left the salon for longer, replenish your hair and make it easier to manage.
The salon is equipped with the latest equipment such as Ceramic Rollerballs which ensure the best possible colour and scalp treatment, iPads for your usage during your service, a full complimentary drinks service including alcohol (Wispers has an alcohol license) and an extensive range of magazines for your review. Our nail room is self contained offering you a private treatment during your service.
There is extensive parking within the Square including Free Parking on the edge of the village next to the Fire Station.
OUR MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY
we know we have achieved our goal when you leave feeling the best version of yourself
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Tina O'Nion
Tina is the salon owner and the ultimate BOSS LADY! She has an extensive experience within the hair industry both of cutting and colouring. Starting her career at 14 in Windsor with David Drew. Where she completed a intensive two year apprenticeship which then followed onto being trained by Neil Scott for another two year program who is an award winning hair up artist and protege of Teasy Weasy and Vidal Sassoon! Tina has trained with some of the best global brands in the industry such as David Drew, Vidal Sassoon, L’Oréal, Nicky Clarke, Toni & Guy and Trevor Sorbie. Tina worked as a technical ambassador for L’Oréal where in 1999 she was one of the first to complete the L’Oréal Colour Specialist degree before joining Wispers in 2001. Since then she has ran a extremely loyal clientele and later on she became the salon owner in 2016. Tina has very high standards when it comes to the salon appearance and the work herself and the team produce.
We are proud of our team at Wispers and believe that we have some of the best talent in the industry. Their experience and training is extensive to ensure your expectations are exceeded and they undergo constant training and development to ensure that we stay ahead of all of the latest trends. We train and work with leading training providers and industry icons such as L’Oreal Professionnel, Kerastase, Redken, Sophia Hilton, Jason Hall and Darren Fowler. Alex had competed and won advance scholarships within L’Oreal, Vidal Sassoon Academy and worked with high end fashion shows with top industry names.
We have Tina herself and Hayley who have completed the prestigious Colour Specialist Degree with L’Oreal Professionnel which is an amazing achievement and testimony to the team. The team are friendly, motivated and inspirational – come and meet them and let them help you with your hair goals!
Meet Our Talented Stylists
The Team
Creative Director & Salon Manager
JOE READE
Joe joined Wispers back in 2017. Before joining the salon Joe had an extensive career working in local salons and around the world in Australia then followed on to becoming a lecturer in a hairdressing collage. Joe is a very hardworking and a dedicated manger and this shows in his very loyal busy clientele. He has vast range of skills within the industry from cutting, colouring to hair up. Joe has done advance courses up in London alongside some big names. Joe has also got himself through to the semi finals of the L’Oréal Colour Trophy. Joe as a person brings the element of fun to the salon he is always the laughter you can hear… and if you can’t hear him he’s on his holidays AGAIN!
CREATIVE DIRECTOR & ASSISTANT MANAGER
Hayley Williams
Hayley is our home grown talent, Starting at Wispers at 14 years old back in 2010 she started out as our Saturday girl, continued onto completing an apprenticeship in hairdressing and barbering. She has achieved massive success within her career completing her L’Oréal colour degree at the L’Oréal London Studio back in 2021. This has enabled her to become a Colour Specialist within the salon and this is recognised widely by the hairdressing industry. Hayley has also trained in London with some well known colourist within the industry. Most recently along side her loyal busy column she has also become the salons Assistant Manager to support Joe and the team in the smooth running of the salon behind the scenes and in the front of house. She loves a colour challenge and enjoys all aspects of colouring! Check out her Instagram link to see her skills. @hayleywilliams_wispershair
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Alex Cook
Alex has been in the industry for 16 years. She started in a local busy salon and with her expertise in cutting Alex was head hunted early on to work in a top salon. She then trained exclusively in London where her passion for precision cutting really began. Alex joined Wispers in 2015 where her passion and dedication lead her to become a L’Oréal ID Artist 2019/2021 this took her to Barcelona, America and London supporting fashion shows with leading designers. Alex then under took an extensive audition process which lead to her being picked as one of four team members for the UK F.A.M.E Team 2022. This is a national programme run by The British Fellowship of Hairdressing, Alex was mentored by some of the top leading icons of the industry such a Errol Douglas MBE and Hooker & Young. In 2023 Alex won a place to be trained by the Sassoon academy which was a intensive training for a year and finishing with a photo shoot with Mark Hayes who is the director of Sassoon London. @alexcook.wispershair
cREATIVE DIRECTOR
Sam Hughes
Sam has 14 years experience in the hair industry. Starting at a young age in a local salon, she worked her way up to being salon manger for a number of years. Since joining Wispers Sam has advanced her skills further with an advance cutting course with Jack And The Wolfe, working on classic looks then personalising them to individual styles. Alongside cutting courses Sam has trained with L’Oréal in London working with some well known big names in the industry where she was shown advance balayage and face framing techniques. Sam runs a very busy column within the salon, she is a great asset to the team. @samantha_wispershair
cREATIVE DIRECTOR
PIPPA ROSE
Pippa has been part of the team for many years. She has completed many advance courses with L’Oréal and other training providers. Her established loyal customer base reflects Pippas easy going style. Pippa enjoys creating classic looks and making her clients feel fabulous.
cREATIVE DIRECTOR
Ian Edwards
With over 50 years experience. Ian specialises in classic traditional styling with a modern twist. He is a fun part of the team and has been for many years. His loyal clientele speaks volumes for itself. What a LEGEND!
sENIOR Stylist
Becca Andrews
Starting Wispers in 2012 Becca has completed her apprenticeship in hairdressing and barbering. Since then she has trained up in London at the L’Oréal Studios completing courses ranging from colouring, hair up and cutting. Sophia Hilton showed her techniques of balayage and creative colouring. Becca loves doing all types of hair up from classic bridal looks to a modern chic hair ups. She has completed advance training in wedding and prom hair and enjoys creating beautiful hair up for all kinds of events. Becca’s calm friendly and approachable personality makes her a valued member of the team. @wispershair.becca
sENIOR Stylist
Tia GENTLES
Tia joined the salon in 2022. Previously working in prestigious salons from Hampshire to London. Tia has worked on London fashion week with top stylists. She has also taken part in auditions for L’Oréal Colour Trophy, then proceeded to audition for F.A.M.E team 2022 where she made it to the finals. Tia became a Denman Stage Star Winner where she got mentored for a year with top stylist in London. This lead her to entering The British Hairdressing Awards which is the Oscars of the industry! She made it all the way to the finals! Tia loves all aspect of hairdressing from cutting to creative colour and has the finest for a modern or classic hair up. @tiagentles_hair
Senior Stylist
NATALIE WILLIAMS
Natalie joined us at Wispers in 2023. Relatively new to the team she has slotted in like she has been here forever. Natalies fun bubbly personality keeps us all entertained during the day. She is very attentive to all of her clients needs and always go above and beyond to exceed her clients expectations! Natalie has many years experience in the industry. She enjoys all aspects of hairdressing from colour changes to creative cutting. Natalie has been trained by Redken artists in London completing course on balayage, creative colouring, cutting and styling. Natalie also loved her training session with Lee Stafford where she built more confidence and broaden her skill set in barbering. Since Natalie joined Wispers she has also joined the training team teaching the apprentices on our in-house weekly training sessions. @natalie.hairdressing
Salon Assistant Graduate Stylist
Hayley Davidson
We all know hayley does the best massage treatments! She really knows how to look after the clients within the salon. Hayley really has got the natural flare. She brightens up the salon with her kind and caring personality. She qualified in 2021 and has been building her confidence and skills since. Hayley is very hardworking and will be running a full column in no time. @hayleydavidsonhair
RECEPTION MANAGER
JACKIE SKITTLETHORPE
Jackie is the happy jolly smiley face you will all walk into the salon and see first. She may of only joined us in 2023 but feels like she has been here forever. Jackie has a background of customer service and HR. Jackie always goes out of the way to accommodate and ensure everyone receives the best possible service. Jackie is definitely a firm favourite with the clients and the Wispers team. She has always wanted to be a hairdresser so this is how she joins the industry.
salon assistant
halle richards
Joining Wispers in 2023 Halle started her apprenticeship. She has become a valued member of the team. Halle has picked up reception duties so you may see her up at the front of house supporting Jackie. Halle is enjoying learning all aspects of hairdressing. Due to finish her apprenticeship in 2025 we look forward to seeing Halle blossom into a fantastic hairdresser.
SALON ASSISTANT
leah crone
Leah started her apprenticeship with us at Wispers in 2023. She is loving the transition from
school life to the working world. She is working hard at collage and is enjoying all aspects. She is
showing dedication to her work which will make her go far. Watch this space!
SALON ASSISTANT
Annalise edmunds
Annie joined us in 2023. She has a great manor with clients and is always attentive to their needs. This is shown by a good client rapport. Her confidence has grown while working towards her apprenticeship. We can’t wait to see how she progresses.