Vidal Sassoon North American Tribute
4On October 20th, Emiliani Enterprises hosted the first and largest United States tribute to an icon in the Salon Industry, Vidal Sassoon. Attendees from all over the world came to celebrate and pay tribute to Vidal such as Elan Sassoon, Tim Hartley, Fernando Romero, Ted Gibson, Paul Brown and many more. Andre Chiavelli, VP of Emiliani, in collaboration with Stephen Marinaro "TheSalonGuy", brought an element to this tribute that has never been seen before. Spontaneous creativity and couture from Philip Wilson, Elisa Jimenez and Laura Dee Shelley on one stage, at the same time. Makeup, haircutting and fashion design all took place on one stage to honor the icon that brought inspired this creativity and artistry, Vidal Sassoon.
Over 1500 people attended this prestigious event that felt a red carpet at the oscars! TheSalonGuy and The Hip Event aligned together to bring over 60 media outlets and photographers to cover the tribute. Sharie Manon from the Glam Fairy on Style Network and NAHA Winner, hosted the event on the main stage. A check was also presented to Elan Sassoon for the Vidal Sassoon Scholarship Fund.
Tribute and Runway V presented by: Andre Chiavelli, VP of Emiliani Enterprises
Video Produced and Filmed by:
Stephen Marinaro "TheSalonGuy"
Matt Owen
Kristen Martin
Craig Shom