KRYSTEN ASHLEY
"Blondes & Extensions"
National Artist, Goldwell Canada
Award Winning/Internationally Published Elite Master Hairstylist
STEUART GARROD
"The Problem Solver"
Goldwell Educator
Elite Master Hairstylist/Master Colorist
Elite Master Stylist at Studio Fontana in Toronto, Goldwell National Guest Artist, Brand Ambassador for Upsweep Pro Foils and Thykk Hair Extensions.
Krysten is a powerhouse figure within the hair world who’s racked up over two dozen awards, accolades, and publications throughout her career, including being selected as a Contessa Master Colourist of the Year Finalist for the past four years.
With an international career that spans nearly two decades, Krysten is A master of cutting, styling, and color with a speciality for platinum blondes, Bespoke Blondes, lived in color, including her signature balayage technique and her mater color correction skills. As a brand ambassador for Thykk hair, Krysten is master in many forms of extentions, including fusion, beaded wefts and tape-ins. Her goal with her guests is always to maintain healthy hair, even with the brightest of blondes and the longest of extensions. Krysten's work has been featured in many print and web publications internationally.
Krysten’s unique approach to blonde hair has awarded her the opportunity to teach her techniques globally. A beloved member of the Goldwell family for over
10 years, she rose from educator to Guest Artist for the National Artistic Team and has trained all across the world. She’s designed educational programs for Goldwell and teaches extensively throughout North America, believing that education is paramount to continually evolving your skills and honing your craft.
The most noteable award was In 2016, when Krysten was the Canadian Gold winner for ColorZoom. She then represented Canada at the Global Zoom event in October of that year. She was awarded the Silver award, placing 2nd in the world, for her live cut, color and styling work!
Awards
2007 Contessa Canadian Salon Team Semi Finalist
2014 Colorzoom Global Partner Category Finalist (Canada)
2015 Colorzoom Global Partner Category Finalist (Canada)
2015 Colorzoom Global Partner Category Silver Winner (Canada)
2016 Contessa Canadian Colourist Semi Finalist
2016 Contessa Ontario Hairstylist Semi Finalist
2016 Contessa Ontario Hairstylist Finalist
2016 Mirror Awards Colourist of The Year Finalist
2016 Colorzoom Global Partner Category Gold Winner (Canada)
2016 Colorzoom Global Partner Category Silver Winner (Global)
2016 Notable Awards Nomination Beauty and Style
2017 Contessa Canadian Colourist Semi Finalist
2017 Contessa Ontario Hairstylist Semi Finalist
2017 Contessa Canadian Colourist Finalist
2017 Mirror Awards Colourist of The Year Finalist
2017 Mirror Awards Ontario Stylist Finalist
2018 Contessa Master Colourist of The Year Finalist
2019 Contessa Master Colourist of The Year Finalist
2020 Contessa Master Colourist of The Year Finalist
2021 Contessa Master Colourist of The Year Finalist
2022 Contessa Canadian Colourist of The Year Finalist
2022 Contessa Ontario Hairstylist of The Year Finalist
Publications
Estetica China Magazine January 2016
Hairs How Magazine May 2016
Salon Magazine March 2016
Salon Magazine September 2016
Yahoo Style Online November 2015
Salon Magazine April 2017
Salon Magazine April 2018
Salon Magazine March 2019
Flair Magazine 2020
Salon Magazine May 2021
With over 15 years experience in the industry Steuart is a talent like no other. Referred to as ‘the problem solver’ by many of his colleagues and clients, Steuart loves helping his guests solve all of their hair problems.
Steuart is a master colorist and he loves creating dimensional brunettes, glowing blondes and fiery reds. He has trained around the world including London, New York, LA and Stockholm. Training extensively in all things cuts color and styling.
Steuart has had the opportunity to expand his love of the beauty industry by also getting involved in photography, and his studio work has been published several times in industry leading trade publications.
As a educator for Goldwell, Steuart’s skill level and expertise rivals some the best in the industry. In the last decade educating for Goldwell, he has created a master program with Krysten Ashley teaching experienced stylist the howto of exceptional blondes.
As a partner in both work and personal life with Krysten Ashley, she sings his praises and trusts no one else with her hair.
Trust her to know that you will be in great hands booking with Steuart.