Simon Smith

Simon’s first venture into hairdressing began at the age of fifteen, when he worked as an assistant in a Buckinghamshire salon. Immediately captivated and inspired by the industry, Simon moved to London to complete his training in Knightsbridge, eventually opening his first salon at the tender age of twenty one. He built up a vast client base in Oxfordshire and its borders, all attracted to his unique and personal take on hairdressing and his salon grew into a thriving and highly esteemed business.

After years working at high fashion events in London, training beginners to become fully qualified stylists and with clients travelling far and wide to see him, Simon made the move to the capital once again and worked in one of the most acclaimed salons in the world under Trevor Sorbie MBE. Nearly 20 years since discovering his passion, Simon Smith is his first independent salon where clients will receive not only the utmost in classic and contemporary hair styling but also an unfailingly genial service and care that Simon is known for.

Carla McCourt, Principal Technician / Manager

Carla began her hairdressing career working as a receptionist at Simon’s first salon. After many years absorbing the busy atmosphere of salon life, Carla discovered her passion lay on the salon floor and trained as a colour technician in London.

She has since headed up a team of busy technicians, built up a loyal client base and we are thrilled to have her join in 2014 the team at Simon Smith.