Celebrities, Fashion Week & The Biggest Lie in Editorial Hair

Celebrities, Fashion Week & The Biggest Lie in Editorial Hair

June 25, 2026 · 22 min

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The episode explores the realities of working in editorial hair and Fashion Week, revealing both the challenges and benefits of such experiences for hairdressers.

Celebrities, Trends & Fashion Week: The Truth About Editorial Hair Everyone wants to work Fashion Week—until they find out what it's actually like. In this episode of the Destroy The Hairdresser Podcast, Cyd and David pull back the curtain on the world of celebrity hairdressing, editorial work, and Fashion Week. From working backstage under intense pressure to chasing opportunities that often pay little (or nothing), we discuss the realities that most hairdressers never hear about. And yes—we even talk about why Fashion Week can feel like a scam. But here's the twist: that doesn't mean you shouldn't do it. Editorial work has the power to stretch your creativity, build your confidence, expand your network, and expose you to parts of the industry most hairdressers never experience. Some of the most valuable lessons you'll learn behind the chair happen backstage, on set, and outside the salon. In this episode, we discuss: What it's really like working with celebrities The truth about Fashion Week and editorial opportunities Why so many artists romanticize editorial work What editorial experience can teach you about your craft How stepping outside the salon can make you a…

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Hosts: Cyd, David

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Organizations: Fashion Week, beauty industry

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