BLUNT EDITION SALON

Welcome to Blunt Edition Salon, where hair is more than just a style – it's an art form. Situated in the heart of the city, our salon is a sanctuary for those in search of a hair experience that's both refined and refreshing. Here at Blunt Edition, we view hairstyling as a medium for self-expression, where each cut, color, and style is crafted with precision and passion.

Whether you're craving a bold transformation or a subtle enhancement, our team of skilled stylists is dedicated to bringing your vision to life. Beyond our commitment to exceptional service, Blunt Edition Salon also offers chair rental opportunities for talented hair professionals looking to thrive in a supportive and creative environment. Come join us at Blunt Edition Salon, where innovation and beauty collide, and every appointment is an opportunity to shine.

Blunt Edition was founded by Brad Lepper, Brad is a renowned stylist based in Auckland, New Zealand, with a global reputation. He is an international Educator Working along side Brands like Sebastian Professional, Wella and Ghd. His Bespoke training for salons has reached thousands of businesses around the world.

Brad has worked in various locations worldwide, including India, Berlin, New York, LA and Dublin.

He's a highly sought-after hairdresser who firmly believes in building strong relationships with his clients to achieve the desired result.

With over twenty-four years of industry experience, Brad has received numerous accolades.

His latest project BLUNT EDITION is a space for freelancers and trendsetters to become their own boss and achieve their own dreams in business. RENT A CHAIR SPACE

COLLECTIONSWe are known for our innovation and fashion forward designs. With handfuls of awards our team is here to make a mark on the industry.

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Continually evolving and growing, here are some of my creative pursuits from over the years.

PRICE LIST

This pricing list is to be used as a guide, depending on your service it could be more or less due to colour usage or actual service on the day. As I work for myself the pricing structure reflects my 24+ years experience, education level and practical experience.

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BRAD LEPPER

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Brad Lepper is a renowned stylist and owner of French Revolver, based in Auckland, New Zealan He is also International educator and has worked along side global brands like Sebastian Professional, GHD and Wella Professional to name a few. and has gained global recognition over the past decade, having worked in numerous cities such as New York, LA, Barcelona, Delhi, Madrid, Berlin, Dublin, Sydney, Melbourne, Wellington, and Christchurch. Brad has recently opened a new salon called Blunt Edition, situated behind K Road on Cross Street.

As one of New Zealand's most sought-after hairdressers, Brad believes that building a strong relationship with clients is crucial to achieving the desired result. His extensive achievements include being named a finalist in the Australian/New Zealand Hair Expo Men's Hairdresser/Barber of the Year, winning Silver in the Wella Trend Vision Award twice, and being awarded NZ Men's Hair Stylist of the Year at Industry 2014, and 2014 L'Oreal Colour Trophy Supreme Hairdresser of the Year finalist. His salon team at French Revolver was named New Zealand Creative Team of the Year in 2017, and Brad has received numerous industry awards and accolades throughout his career.

With over twenty-four years of experience in the industry, Brad is also the creator of French Revolver Studio, an iconic Auckland salon that he ran for ten years. The salon was the first of its kind in New Zealand, and it was inspired by Brad's travels and observations. He aimed to fuse elements of art and fashion to create a creative hub that would be fresh and innovative.

Brad is now onto his next chapter with BLUNT EDITION, a Rent a Chair space for freelancers and trendsetters. Space is for people to grow their own business and be their own boss for the Hair and Beauty Industry

Brads one of biggest passions is training and helping people think outside the box and grow themselves in mindset and structure in the art of hairdressing, with having BLUNT EDITION this gives him time to train hairdressers and focus on the next generation, and people wanting to advance their skills.

He has an amazing business growth workshop that is about growing a team and individuals personal brand within a brand.

Brad is available for salon education training seminars. Visit: bluntedition.com/saloneducation for more info or to inquire.

Brad’s Awards 2010 - 2020

  • WELLA TREND VISION FINALIST 2018

  • HAIR EXPO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND TEAM OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2018

  • INDUSTRY NZ CREATIVE TEAM OF THE YEAR WINNER 2017

  • INDUSTRY NZ SALON TEAM OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2016, 2017

  • INDUSTRY NZ MENS STYLIST OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

  • WELLA TREND VISION WINNER SILVER NZ 2015, 2016

  • HAIR EXPO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND MENS STYLIST OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2016

  • WELLA TREND VISION FINALIST 2015, 2016

  • L'OREAL MENS STYLIST OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2016

  • INDUSTRY NZ HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2013, 2014, 2015

  • INDUSTRY NZ MENS STYLIST OF THE YEAR WINNER 2014

  • INDUSTRY NZ EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2014, 2015

  • INDUSTRY NZ COLOURIST OF THE YEAR FINALIST 2014

  • L'OREAL COLOUR TROPHY SUPREME AWARD FINALIST 2014

 

KEEPING ON THE EDGE OF WHAT'S NEXT

 

Creative pursuits are at the core of what I do

 

 

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