Meet The Team

As creative director Emile never stands still, imparting his vast knowledge of the industry to his peers and clients alike. An extreme talent with a reputation that well and truly precedes him in the most positive way possible. A Wella Master Colour Expert among a litany of other credits, Emile is truly one of London’s best for all things colour. 

Mustafa brings decades of supreme experience to every chair he stands behind. Massively in demand, he is a true artist working at the apex of the salon world, and one of Gusto’s most senior stylists.

Oh my goodness, let's talk about the fabulous Yeshi! She's a hairdressing superstar! With her magical scissors and her mystical hairbrush, she can transform even the wildest manes into works of art. She's like a hair-whisperer, the Picasso of hairdos, the queen of tresses! Her clients leave her chair feeling like they've been touched by the hair gods.

Nuanced work with impeccable precision is what you will always get with Yiannis.

When it comes to colours, he is as erudite as he is good natured. A man for all seasons with a bullish rip roaring sense of humour, he is the one to sort all your colour wants and needs wohoo. Gusto just wouldn’t be the same without him.

Loddy has an innate ability to craft, as she would describe, mane artistry. Her zeal to learn is mind boggling, indeed she has been nomadic in her pursuit in being on the fashion edge having worked at some of the worlds top salons in Paris, London and New York. Quirky, personable and brilliant.

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Sara a true bastion of hair knowledge, having plied her trade almost 30 years yet still on the cutting edge of what's in vogue . A stylist of the first order, she really does possess a keen eye for what is hot and fashionable. Her nimble fingers have crafted countless hairdos, each one a masterpiece of precision and panache. With Sara at the helm, one can rest assured that one's tresses will be nothing short of magnificent. Truly, she is the very embodiment of hair-styling excellence.

Sicilian charm with that red-blooded ferocity exemplifies Denise’s approach to hairdressing. A L’Oreal Colour Expert, she does balayage and blondes with the utmost panache. She creates life-lasting bonds between her and clients, through thick and thin.  She says: “Getting to know your clients inside out and keeping a relaxed rapport is critical to getting the best results.”

Marie is a creative colour machine. Able to concoct and deliver the most vibrant shades. Her loyal fan base keeps growing and growing. One of Gusto’s all-stars.

Raluca isn’t just talented, she’s a natural phenomenon. Known as the Chromatic Hurricane, she whirls through the salon leaving flawless balayage, spellbinding root melts, and mesmerising highlights in her wake. Her touch can turn brass into gold, frizz into silk, and dull hair into living, breathing colour poetry. Clients don’t book Raluca; they brace themselves for a force-of-nature transformation. Hair never stands a chance when she’s behind the brush, and that’s exactly how her fans like it.
  

Parisian hair flair at its finest. Kelly has worked back and forth at some of Paris’ and London’s finest salons for almost a decade. A true talent that loves to create whilst leaving her ego at the door. A sweetheart and an absolute masterclass for all things mane!

The tenacious and prodigious Serena has been styling hair since 2010. A great communicator, Serena has wisdom beyond her years. Having started her career cutting and styling, she has quickly become an all-rounder, using her talents to create show stopping colours " No two colours are the same, I will always ensure you leave the salon with a bespoke shade, totally tailored to the season" Her perseverance and talent knows no bounds!

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A ten-year veteran, Olimpia's skill is as monumental as her namesake mountain. Oodles of passion drive her to make clients feel loved and radiate confidence. A balayage authority, she obsesses over social media and magazines to stay on trend. With vigor and imagination, Olimpia builds breathtaking, customized hairstyles. She excels at listening to clients and translating their lifestyle into fabulous, manageable looks. 

For Olimpia, satisfaction comes from witnessing the joy clients feel leaving her chair. Ever climbing to the summit of her art, Olimpia continues honing her immense talent.

Assi, is more than a talent, he's a trajectory. Brilliant, prolific, and already a fixture among London’s elite styling houses, she blends technical mastery with an unstoppable creative engine. Known for making bold colour feel editorial and everyday styles feel iconic, Assi brings red carpet energy to real-life hair. He work doesn’t follow trends, it creates new ones. Clients don’t just book him, they brag about him. This is what the future of hair looks like, and it’s moving at Assi-speed.

Born into a family of Italian artisans, Michael got assimilated into the industry at a young age. He has quickly risen up the ranks to become one of London's most cherished hair connoisseurs. His clients absolutely adore him, a sentiment that is always mutual "My goal is to create bespoke and proportionate beauty for all my gorgeous clients, I always take into account everyone's individual face morphology and personal style". A legitimate hair artist, Michelle attributes his eye for detail to his mothers master seamstress career.

The calm, cool and ever collected Mehmet is colloquially known as the resident hair engineer for his meticulousness and easy going demeanor. His name has been plastered across editorials and the fashion world across the continent for the past 15 years, and is an absolute masterclass in the Parisian dessange technique. 

Meet Ady, a one-of-a-kind hair stylist renowned for her ability to create breathtaking styles that channel her clients' unique energy and spirit. More hair whisperer than simple stylist, Ady begins each appointment with a consultation that goes beyond fashion magazines and trending looks. She practices deep listening and makes heartfelt connections with clients, seeking to understand their lifestyle, personality and innermost desires for self-expression. Her empathetic approach and gift for envisioning possibilities set Ady apart. 

Eva been orchestrating stunning transformations for decades. She’s a master at creating chic, high-fashion looks that leave clients feeling runway-ready. Her passion? Razor-sharp bobs that have an air of elegance and edge. Eva thrives on the challenge of turning every head of hair into a statement piece, always crafting with precision and flair. For her, every client is a new symphony, and she loves hitting that perfect note of style brilliance.

Curl Conjurer Pro Virginia has been working her magic on curls for over 15 years, but it’s her talent for enhancing natural texture with subtle yet striking colour that makes her stand out. She loves infusing deep caramel highlights into curls, adding dimension that makes each twist and turn come alive. Whether it’s working with natural tones or blending in sun-kissed hues, Virginia’s passion lies in making curls bounce with colour and life. She believes every curl deserves its own spotlight, and her colours give them the stage.

Samira, is the rising star you need to watch. Her artistry with colour and styling is fresh, fearless, and effortlessly modern. Already turning heads, Samira crafts looks that glow with youthful creativity, turning everyday styles into editorial dreams. She’s a trendsetter-in-training with runway instincts and an Instagram-ready flair. Clients leave her chair knowing they’ve discovered tomorrow’s hottest talent today. With Samira, the future of hair is already here, and it’s dazzling.

Giorgia arrives at Gusto by way of some of Western Europe’s most prestigious salons, and she brings the whole show with her. Her signature is the outrageously beautiful concoction: colour that is bold, unexpected and impossible to ignore, mixed with the precision of someone who knows exactly what she is doing. Pink that melts into violet, violet that melts into teal, and somehow it all makes perfect sense on you.

A true creative genius, Giorgia treats every appointment as a blank canvas. Sit in her chair with an open mind and leave with hair people stop you in the street to ask about.