46. mod's hair new zealand - spring summer 2009-2010

culturetake a walk

in paris

magazine

issue no. 46

destination style: gold coast

salon

haute couture hair

creations

Chanel

In

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spring/summerco l l ec t i o n

mod’s in mongoliaBreaking the

cycle of poverty

mod’s hair ponsonby48a ponsonby roadponsonby, auckland

New Zealandph: +64 9 378 8998

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julIanne lIebeck

carl watkIns

frederIc bÉrard

guIllaume bÉrard

edItOr’s letter

CULTURETAKE A WALK

IN PARIS

magazine

ISSUE NO. 46

DESTINATION STYLE: GOLD COAST

SALON

HAUTE COUTURE HAIR

CREATIONS

Chanel

IN

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SPRING/SUMMERCO L L EC T I O N

MOD’S IN MONGOLIABreaking the

cycle of poverty

Wwelcome to our new spring/summer collection, “in the hair”. Fashion looks are becoming more polished, and glamour is back in the spotlight. spring/summer is a time of renewal. whether you want to overhaul your look or simply tweak your style, you will find inspiration in the many new hairstyling trends within these pages. the new hair? it’s not long, it’s not short, it’s just right for you.

go behind the scenes with us as we visit our editorial work from around the globe and the latest hair by mod’s agencies for chanel, undercover and watanabe – work that continuously makes the headlines of the best fashion magazines around the world.

australia’s first mod’s hair is making its mark on the gold coast, where the team has been turning everyday people into fashion models with the ultimate look.

read about our trip to the city of light to celebrate l’oréal’s 100 years, and our trip to mongolia – “from hair to mongolia” – it’s all about small steps to change lives.

to start your own love affair with your hair, see our exclusive mod’s hair offer to new clients on page 5.

For the latest hair trends and tips go to mod’s hair salon partner Julianne liebeck’s blog at mindfood.com or email your haircare and style questions to [email protected].

on the coverPhotograPhy guillaume BérardMaquillage aline schmittVêteMeNts corinne coBsonstyle et CoNCePtioN artistique Frédéric, guillaume et olivierCo-orDiNatioN corinne chaillouserViCe De Presse mod’s hairrÉDaCtriCe eN CheF sandrine olivierDireCtioN artistique FranZ hÜBscherMaquette atelier airesiMPressioN see conseil

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indulge yourself. mod’s hair has continuously offered styles with the sophistication of paris, combining beauty with ease of care. mod’s hairstyles are perfect for today’s woman who is active in her work and social life.

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how to claim: to receive 50% off your first mod’s hair cut, simply call your nearest mod’s hair salon to make an appointment and mention this offer. offer must be redeemed by october 31, 2009. offer excludes contempo pricing and may not be used in conjunction with any other offer. First time clients only.

cOntents

On tHe cOver10 spring/summer collection it’s all in the hair when it comes to variety, so sport a new style every day with our clever variations on a theme

23 chanel hair artistry mod’s hairstylist katsuya kamo and his chanel haute couture catwalk creations

36 salon: gold coast circle on cavill, the stylish, cosmopolitan heart of surfers paradise, is the perfect location for australia’s first mod’s hair salon

38 culture: paris city guide take a walk and rediscover this captivating, vibrant city that is without equal

46 mongolia world vision mod’s hair is helping mongolian communities to break the cycle of poverty

features8 Behind the scenes a backstage peek at our photoshoot as the mod’s hair team perfects the latest looks

16 paris gala Ball world-class hairdressing talent converges in the city of light to celebrate l’oréal’s centenary

18 BeFore & aFter: mid-length cut the answer to lacklustre, flat long hair is a mid-length cut

20 BeFore & aFter: colour need a lift but don’t want to lose your length? it’s colour to the rescue

26 prêt à porter spring/summer ready-to-wear fashions and katsuya kamo’s hair artistry strut their stuff

28 portrait: triBute to Franck sorBier the fashion designer is celebrated by the musée des tissus in lyon, France, through a poetic journey painted in sound

32 press review mod’s hair stylists and make-up artists are constantly in demand and “on the page”

42 salon experience mod’s hair ponsonby’s Indulge Yourself Experience pampers mind, body and soul

48 gloBal roaming the travel guru’s luxury finds and things to do in mongolia, Barcelona and mykonos

in demandmod’s hair stylist katsuya kamo

works his magic for chanel haute

couture (page 32).

BAR Du JouRthe new ladurée bar is among Paris’ many

stylish offerings (page 38).

DiD you kNow… By purchasing any mod’s hair product you are helping to microfinance underprivileged entrepreneurs in mongolia into business.

By purchasing Mod’s products you are helping to break the

cycle of poverty for struggling Mongolian entrepreneurs

and their communities.


spring/summer ColleCtion

beHInd tHe

October 2009 • mod’s hair 9

backstage

scenes

t hroughout the year, mod’s hair stylists spend time at photo sessions organised by fashion magazines, then there are the sessions for mod’s hair that they orchestrate themselves, where the hairstyle is in the

spotlight – as it should be, since these photoshoots present their collections’ new trends.

mod’s hair studio hairdressers play a role in this adventure, which provides the opportunity for this team to achieve the looks that they master to perfection. a massive day’s work (with four to six different looks to photograph) and, because fashion demands it, a clothing stylist and make-up artist from the mod’s hair agency.

the models’ hair is worked and the photography and video is in capable hands. this season, “in the hair” brings short back into vogue and, for those who have no desire to cut their hair, it brings freedom to play with length. other mod’s hair photoshoots also take place with makeovers as part of these. the opportunity to transform a woman by means of a cut, colour or style…you’ll see demonstrations of all of these scenarios on the following pages.

mary-katethis style features an

uneven part that doesn’t follow a straight line and

has plenty of volume. the result is the work of a professional – they know

how to go about it at mod’s hair. apply Mod’s

hair lotion Fixation Forte and a small amount

of Mod’s hair Polish.

Oh les beaux jours (happy days).let’s shamelessly borrow the title of one of samuel beckett’s plays. In just four words the writer transmits that universal desire for light, for mellow sun and for days ahead that you can’t help but imagine as warm and beautiful. whatever the temptation, the idea of variety is the key to pleasure. we have three suggestions – mary-kate, coco and bee – for the same head of hair. tamed length and three ways to think of volume prove you can have a change of style if you have the raw material. for nicoll and mila it’s the same idea with two variations for short hair.

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nIcOllthe same carré (bob) as mila but this time played out with a hint of the well behaved and mysterious.

to wear this cut well, a few products help to keep it in place. the fringe remains untouched and the look is

one of opposing winds: a movement taking wing on one side and, just like that,

everything shifts over nicely. hair styled using Mod’s hair Mousse légère.

cOcOvolume for wild-child beauty. this look comes down to an art with nothing natural to it – it’s all in the cut, even for long hair. you need to know how to give back shape and cut to accentuate the thickness. start with Mod’s hair spray Mistral; spraying at the roots gives the hair bounce and vitality.



beea way of going from long

to short over the period of an evening. a piece of

work that is all curls on curls, achieved through

technical precision. the look is inspired by

fashion, which is not surprising at mod’s hair. start with Mod’s hair Crème hydratante;

finish with Mod’s hair spray sirocco.

mIlahere’s the carré (bob) again, except that it no longer resembles one. out with the perfect symmetry and the meticulous fringe. thanks to the cut, from now on it’s all tousled to take advantage of the volume gained. plus, it’s all broken up: on the forehead the hair has an almost clawed look. start with Mod’s hair Volume and energy lotion; finish with Mod’s hair Design gloss.


Atrip to the City of Light to celebrate 100 years of L’Oréal makes it extra special for those involved. L’Oréal Professionnel brought together world-class hairdressing talent from around the globe in a centenary celebration event, Paris Inspiration,

held in Paris. Julianne Liebeck, Director of Mod’s Hair, joined in the celebrations for this world-class event.

While the social calendar was particularly intense, the group also attended a number of Inspiration Master Classes held over two days. Topics included consumers and services, cutting and styling, fashion, salon business and colour innovation.

The event culminated in the Great Inspiration Show covering 100 years of hairdressing, which was held at Zenith in Parc de la Villette, the most modern and famous concert venue in Paris.

The highlight of the evening for Liebeck was meeting iconic French hairstylist Odile Gilbert. Gilbert began her career as an apprentice in a Paris salon in 1975. Today, along with Guillaume Bérard, she is one of the most highly sought hairstylists for many top designers. With imagination and skill that transforms styling hair into an art form, Gilbert is a fixture backstage at fashion shows, from haute couture to ready-to-wear.

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TOP: Gala Ball and Dinner celebrating L’Oréal’s centenary.ABOVe: Mod’s Hair Director Julianne Liebeck with world-renowned French hairstylist Odile Gilbert. LeFT: Bold hair designs were showcased at the Zenith Inspiration Show.

inspired in the City Of light

befOre & After

spiritBeFORe

“I dreaded having my hair cut,” says Jessica,

who found her hair was lacklustre and flat

despite the length.

AFTeRThe femininity of her new cut has reassured Jessica. Her hair covers her shoulders, which still places it in the long hair category, and the warm highlights add emphasis. The shine Jessica was looking for gives her star quality – all the more reason to strike a pose in front of the lens.

PHOTOGRAPHY GUILLAUMe BéRARD AssisTAnT DeLIA DICkMAnn HAiR IVAnnA TUSUn, LAURA SCHMITZ, TAnJA WICHeRT, MAIke GRAMS, MOD’S HAIR ACADeMY DÜSSeLDORF MAKE-UP DILek CIRIk, MOD’S HAIR ACADeMY DÜSSeLDORF vidEO MIRIAM STRAUSS, PIA DRIeVeR, CenTeR.TV DÜSSeLDORF MOdEL eYeDeAS & FRIenDS

“Making my hair look good each day is no longer an issue” – jessiCA


mid-lengthof the

if you want a new look, follow jessica’s lead and opt for a mid-length cut with long layers. she arrived at mod’s hair devoid of clear ideas and rediscovered herself a few hours later, delighted with her new look and a photo session.

don’t want to lose your length? try these options. enhance your colour using the new essensity Organic range and create shadowing effects by using circling techniques and triangle separation.

PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID BAIRD MOdELs dREssEd bY ARIA BOUTIqUe HAiR MOD’S HAIR COLOMBO STReeT CHRISTCHURCH sTYLisT STeWART CORkIn MAKE-UP FACe OF STOCkHOLM

BeFORe“I wanted to create more shape around my face,” says Sophie. Layers were added to create volume in Sophie’s hair while keeping its length.

BeFORe“For me long hair was an alibi, something to hide behind,” says Jax.

AFTeR“I no longer spend hours every day dealing with my hair,” says Sophie. Colours: essensity Dark Teak alternating with Medium Oak. AFTeR

On Jax we went with a blunt look using a new trimming technique that

encourages the hair to look thicker but soft with a chunky texture

while maintaining an overall blunt look. Colours:

essensity Dark Cedar alternating with the contrasting tone of Medium Honey.

COlOurThe essence of


befOre & After


pOrtrAit

A man inspired by the greatest designers, Mod’s very own katsuya kamo’s signature work of excellence emphasises the silhouette. Season after season, kamo reinvents his own savoir faire

and mobilises the mind. An atypical studio hairdresser, inquisitive about everything involving the world that surrounds him, kamo says he has been fortunate in the

people he has met. For example, karl Lagerfeld entrusted him with the delicate task of styling the hair for Chanel’s haute couture shows featuring black and white with Coco Mademoiselle’s darling camellia made of paper. Decidedly unconventional, kamo also enjoys recolouring fashion photos that make the headlines of the world’s top magazines, and that’s where the hair moves into colour.

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ChanelBLACk-AnD-WHITe THeMeD HAUTe COUTURe CATWALk.

HAIR BY MOD’S HAIR.STYLIST kATSUYA kAMO.

dÉfilÉsprÊt À pOrter

symbolised by sublime bouquets, Katsuya Kamo’s hairstyling for the

junya Watanabe spring/summer ready-to-wear show featured

poetic floral headwear accentuating elegant, fluid silhouettes.

spring/suMMer


JUnYA WATAnABe

The show offered dramatic

headwear by katsuya kamo.

UnDeRCOVeRkatsuya kamo unveiled a new way to create

impact with loose curls set on top

of the head.

for the undercover show Katsuya

Kamo devised a new style with curls

above stony faces.

the tao parade fashion show saw the return of the hat with hair hidden under top hats, blurring accepted codes.


prOfile

his haute couture fashion parades are well known as each season they call preconceived ideas

into question. Franck Sorbier is the “provider” designer, faithful to this definition according to the bootmakers, embroiderers and weavers who orbit his universe. Since he first began Sorbier has strived to show the know-how of these people, as well as his own. To celebrate Sorbier’s 20 years of fashion and his 10 years of haute couture, the city of Lyon in France is paying tribute to Sorbier and his partner, Isabelle Tartière, the freehand author of his designs. The event is being held at the Musée des Tissus in Lyon where 170 unique pieces are featured by way of a poetic journey painted in sound. It’s an opportunity to understand the magical world of this enchanter who combines art and craft.Until September 20, 2009 Musée des Tissus, 34 rue de la Charité, Lyon, France

francksorbier


franck sorbier’s creations make precious materials sing and he transforms women with dresses that feature woven petals and embroidered yarns. the designer, who some time ago selected mod’s hair as his accomplice, is being celebrated by the musée des tissus in lyon, france, through a poetic journey painted in sound.

BOOkAs a complement to Franck Sorbier’s film that is showing in Lyon, a monograph will be published in spring, available from Xavier Barral.

Colourperfect New to our gorgeous

product range, Masque Couleur

is a luxurious colour freshen-up volume emulsion that cares for and revives hair colour

and provides long-lasting shine.

what’s now:

platingold

sunblondfire red

Coffeeespresso

Colour range:

need never be out of reach – fabulous outfits,

fabulous shoes and, of course, fabulous

coloured hair – with the new Mod’s treatment that extends the life of your colour and keeps your hair looking flawless between salon visits.

exclusive to the Mod’s gold Coast, Mod’s ponsonby, Mod’s aikmans road, Mod’s Colombo street and Mod’s Victoria street salons.

fabulousness

each$42.80

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pressreview

The hairdressers and make-up artists at Mod’s Hair & Make-up Agency are à la page.

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Chanel

hair by mod’s hair.stylist katsuya kamo.32 mod’s hair • October 2009

pressreview

pushing beauty boundaries and creating new trends, Mod’s Hair stylists are always in demand for international magazine photoshoots.

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mod’s hair Paris has made an immense impression on Queensland’s Gold Coast, turning everyday people into glamorous fashion models in the Ultimate look 2009. mod’s hair is the major hairstyling sponsor, and the “before” and “after” transformations in the press each week have been astounding. the winner of the ultimate look receives a professional modelling contract and will be supported by styling and products from mod’s hair Paris in the launch of their glamorous career.

the first australian mod’s hair salon is

in the heart of surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

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T he fashion-driven pedigree of the mod’s hair Paris team of international stylists has settled in well

to life in surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. the stylists are well versed in working with designers and photographers and they aspire to achieve the look, which they will master to perfection. theirs is an innovative service delivered by a team of highly creative professionals using extraordinary techniques, the focus being to make their clients fashionable, beautiful and cared for, transforming everyday people into their very own pages of fashion. Every client of mod’s hair Paris is treated this way.

surfers Paradise, with its beach and breathtaking skyline, continues to draw millions of visitors to its shores each year. it is fast becoming the “must-see, must-stay” destination for lovers of high-quality cafés, restaurants and cutting-edge fashion – the perfect location for australia’s first mod’s hair Paris salon.

mod’s hair Paris on the Gold Coast is nestled in the cosmopolitan heart of surfers Paradise: Circle on

Cavill. the jewel in the crown of the thriving city, Circle on Cavill is a boutique shopping centre just one street from the world-famous beach, yet it offers all the advantages of cosmopolitan city shopping. mod’s hair Paris sits among designer fashion brands exclusive to the Gold Coast, including bettina liano, hussy and mNG barcelona. the centre also offers award-winning restaurants, fabulous coffee, a French patisserie, cultural dining, local events and live music on weekends. the open-air piazza is a central vibrant, contemporary kaleidoscope of activity.

Quickly realised as an influential style icon, mod’s has already featured in a short film about surfers Paradise, where local celebrities were exposed to “the mod’s experience” on film. the short film is set to feature on televisions, in-flight screens and conference monitors around australia and possibly overseas.

mod’s hair Paris has become the name on everyone’s lips and is fast becoming the Gold Coast’s most respected name for the latest look that is realistic and easy to live with every day.

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pArisciTy guide

let’s take A wAlk inParis

Modern StYlea must-see, if only for the décor, ladurée bar in the Champs-Élysées is utterly modern. it’s a new concept for the honourable establishment better known for its tearooms boasting an 18th century atmosphere and its royal

paris expos, paris concerts, paris walks, paris eating…people love to discover and rediscover this city that has no equal when it comes to captivating both parisians and others.

macaroons. different times, different customs, with 40 mouth-watering recipes available at the bar, as well as cocktails and strong drinks. What a choice between sweet treats and cocktails.13 rue Lincoln, 75008, Ph: 01 40 75 08 75.

New ladurée bar.


pArisciTy guide

fUneral poMp transforming a city funeral parlour into an artistic establishment? this somewhat absurd idea has come to fruition and is called le 104. the 39,000 square metres of high vaulted 19th-century iron provide a great opportunity for the 30 or so artists in residence – and an opening for the public into the workshop spaces to see the works being created.

add to this unusual encounter regular meetings of a more classical nature: theatre, exhibitions, concerts and shows. shops, a café and a restaurant also add life to le 104.5 rue Curial, 75019, Ph: 01 53 35 50 00.

GeniUS plUSjumping on board a boat and riding up canal Saint-Martin provides a bit of adventure that Parisians shouldn’t leave just to tourists to enjoy. this cruise turns back the clock and gives a unique view of the old Paris of marcel Carné (a leading figure of French cinema) and of fishermen with their rods.

departure is at 9.30am from the quai d’orsay, going in the direction of the louvre, the port de l’arsenal and the bastille and then in the shadow of a huge underground archway that passes under the Génie, where a crypt has been installed.

Next you are out in the open and heading to the bassin de la Villette, passing through locks and swing bridges.

folloW tHe arroWit’s offbeat but still just as interesting as when it began. Groups representing all sorts of music are welcomed on stage every evening at the flèche d’or. the décor

le 104 art space.

is grandiose: a little old hillside station whose glass-walled balcony dominates the train tracks, 300 square metres revamped by Fine arts students. a place to wine, dine, dance or watch the show. 102 bis rue de Bagnolet, 75020, Ph: 01 44 64 01 02.

allo BoHo this place is bohemian chic, and intellectuals love it, but it is also quiet, nicely laid out and, what’s more, has alfresco dining on the garden terrace. all set to become the hip hotel, the Hotel amour plays on its name and its décor, which breaks all the rules relating to traditional hotels.8 rue Navarin, 75009, Ph: 01 48 78 31 80.

take a boat cruise along canal saint-martin.

Concert at the Flèche d’or.

hotel amour’s garden terrace.

Jumping on board a boat and riding up canal Saint-Martin turns back the clock and gives a unique view of the old

Paris and of fishermen with

their rods.



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i nfuse the sensorial scents of bespoke fragrances from Jo Malone into a spa-like experience for the scalp and hair and you create a magical experience that is lasting and beneficial to the mind, body and soul.

From the first minute of your Indulge Yourself Experience you will be transported to a world of indulgence and care. Your journey begins at Mod’s Hair Ponsonby, where the team of dedicated stylists is waiting for you. You will then be taken into the exclusive Mod’s VIP room. With your stylist’s guidance the team will start to future-proof all your scalp and haircare needs.

After your personalised consultation your stylist will select a series of personalised scalp and hair treatments utilising the most sophisticated formulas available.

Your one-hour Indulge Yourself Experience commences with a rejuvenation ritual to rebalance the scalp, after which you move to the hair spa where a full 20-minute Parisian scalp and neck massage awaits. During this time your hair will be transformed through the application of your personalised haircare ritual.

After your time at the hair spa you will be escorted back to the Mod’s VIP room, where you will be offered morning or afternoon tea and barista coffee or a selection of teas to ensure your journey and experience remains full of magical moments. Your stylist will blow-dry your hair and then spend time with you

discussing future hair colour and cut considerations that will be best suited to your personal needs.

Next, you move across town to the wonderful world of Jo Malone. This exclusive New Zealand store is situated in the Chancery Arcade in downtown Auckland. Step into a theatre of dreams dripping with mystery, sensuality and intimacy. You will be placed at the Jo Malone Tasting Bar where you will receive a 15-minute hand massage utilising personalised scents that are layered to create your own signature fragrance. During your time at Jo Malone you will be educated about the value of layering scents to create personalised fragrances for your home, body and soul.

Mod’s Hair and Jo Malone do not see their clients as clients. They see everyone as a guest coming into their home, sharing great moments with thoughtful, caring and lifelong friends.

The Mod’s Indulge Yourself Experience is the perfect event for:• a girls’ day out• mother/daughter days• gifts for friends, family and loved ones• and, of course, a gift for yourself.

Whether you are visiting for the first time or you are a loyal guest, Mod’s Hair and Jo Malone look forward to seeing you for this perfect experience. Parking is available at the rear of the Mod’s Hair Ponsonby salon, making it a destination not to be missed.

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mod’s hair Ponsonby is pleased to introduce the Indulge Yourself Experience, the perfect salon event to delight

all your senses and pamper your mind, body and soul.


Jo Malone, Auckland.

Left: The luxury Mod’s VIP room.

Below: Delicious Jo Malone candles come in scents such as Lotus Blossom & Water Lily (pictured) and Sweet Lime & Cedar.

world vision

October 2009 • mod’s hair 4746 mod’s hair • October 2009

With her gold wedge-heeled shoes and sleek bob, Julianne Liebeck doesn’t look as though she would be at home on the steppes of Mongolia.

But when the director of Mod’s Hair Australia and New Zealand jetted off to France earlier this year to attend the glittering 100th birthday celebrations of French cosmetics giant L’oréal, Gucci designs rubbed shoulders with yurt- friendly outfits in her suitcase.

on the way to Paris, Liebeck stopped in Mongolia. She wanted to see what was happening with money she and Mod’s staff at five salons, in Christchurch, Auckland and Surfers Paradise, had sent there by foregoing a supplied lunch once a month.

She signed up with World Vision three years ago after hearing about microfinance projects that enable people to invest in small businesses. “I loved the idea, having been a female trying to get into business, and I remember how hard it was for me to find financial backing.”

In Mongolia, Liebeck visited women’s prisons, orphanages and a group of recipients using the project’s

small loans to develop sewing or agriculture. Their increased income enables them to hire staff, expand their business or improve their family’s nutrition or education.

Mod’s small business partners are some of more than 4000 in Mongolia and 600,000 people in 47 countries worldwide benefiting from a World Vision partnership, VisionFund, which has a portfolio of $600 million.

World Vision New Zealand spokesperson Kim Woodham says businesses such as Mod’s are vital to the project. “Self-made entrepreneurs are our main supporters of microfinance. The fact that their money is part of a revolving fund and provides a hand up, not a hand out, really appeals. People like the concept of empowerment, not dependency.”

Liebeck says such programmes are desperately needed in a country as poor as Mongolia, which has an underdeveloped infrastructure, high inflation, homeless children, underfunded institutions and masses of people moving to the capital, Ulan Bator, in search of work.

“A lot of it is about supporting women for as little as $30. They form solidarity groups and support each other, so their repayment rate is 98 per cent.

“I really believe microfinance is the solution to poverty, the ongoing solution. It’s a small amount of money that really makes a difference to someone’s life.”

Liebeck went to Mongolia with some preconceived ideas. “I run businesses and different operations in different countries. I know how difficult it is. But I was impressed with what a slick operation it is. There was no paperwork piled up. It was extremely efficient.”

destinationmod’s hair is helping small

businesses in mongolia. rosemarie north reports.

Liebeck found herself moved by the gratitude of people whose entrepreneurial spirit Mod’s had supported. “They really appreciate the opportunity. They weren’t there to blow the money, by any means. They really respected the money. When we went away, I felt I hadn’t given enough.”

Seeing that small change can make a big difference has changed the atmosphere at Mod’s, which is a global chain. “My staff love being part of this. I think it’s a great culture to teach people. It creates a different culture in your business, people who care about people. That’s our industry. We need to care about our clients. Sometimes it’s hard for people to care about people who are a long way away. But there are clever ways you can make your money do good things.”

So did the Mongolian experience ruin the glitz of Paris for Liebeck? “I certainly don’t shop quite how I used to,” she smiles. “But I don’t get caught up in the fluff of it all. I’m pretty grounded.”

Liebeck is going to use the solid footing of Mod’s to give even more. In the future the business will donate a proportion of the profit from its own brand of haircare and develop ways for staff and clients to donate.

“We’re going to send more of that money that we don’t really miss and make a difference, a huge difference. We’re not talking about huge amounts of money. It’s not such a hard thing to do really.

“When I see the impact that it has on people – how your decisions can have such an incredible impact – it doesn’t seem fathomable why you wouldn’t do it,” she says.

As seen in The Press.

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