Meet The Team

Meet The Team

Annette – Salon Owner and Director

Annette – Salon Owner and Director

Annette is a highly experienced hairdresser with an impressive 35-year career in the industry. Throughout her career, she has worked internationally, gaining a broad portfolio of experience across various aspects of hairdressing. Annette has excelled in diverse areas such as film work, photographic fashion shows, editorial shoots, and directing backstage at fashion events.

In the year 2000, Annette embarked on an exciting journey by starting her own salon called Fatty Arbuckles. Over the years, she has nurtured and grown her salon, witnessing its success and reputation grow from strength to strength. Annette is not only focused on her own achievements
but also believes in giving back to the industry that she loves. She actively shares her knowledge and expertise, contributing to the growth and development
of the hairdressing community. Her dedication to her craft and exceptional skills have been recognized through numerous photographic awards she has won
throughout her career.

Annette has also been a member of Intercoiffure for over 16 years. Intercoiffure is a worldwide collective of top industry leaders dedicated to educating other professionals and elevating the standards, advancing education, and perfecting the art and craft of the hair dressing industry. This year Annette was promoted by her peers to Fashion Director of WA an amazing achievement.

With a keen eye for detail and a passion for curly hair and short textured styles, Annette has become known for her expertise in
these areas.

Mel – Head Stylist

Mel – Head Stylist

Meet our Mel, with her magnetic personality and a genuine desire to uplift, Mel effortlessly elevates every client experience to new heights. With a blend of talent, sense of humour, inclusivity, and professionalism, Mel infuses every experience with creativity, dedication and lots and lots of laughs!

With a journey spanning ten remarkable years, she
exudes a distinct charm and an unwavering devotion to delivering nothing short of perfection. With a keen eye for personal style, Mel specializes in creating haircuts that speak volumes about your individuality. Displaying mastery in the art of all things cutting and styling, Mel emerges as a true connoisseur in her domain.

Mels other passion lies in education and making sure our staff and assistants are constantly provided advancing education, this assists in fostering forward-thinking practices, and promoting excellence in the field of hairstyling. This dedication to continuous learning
contributes to our  goal of promoting excellence within the hairstyling profession.

David - Head Stylist

David - Head Stylist

We have welcomed back Dave to the Fatty Arbuckles family. With 22 years in the hair industry and 18 years in the fashion and session work sector across the UK, Europe, and Australia, he brings a unique blend of styling and technical expertise and a deep understanding of salon management. His career has spanned working, managing, launching, and owning salons, building a loyal clientele along the way. Dave has been recognized in the industry in amazing ways. He was a finalist for AHIA's Men’s Hairdresser of the Year for the years 2022 and 2023 and WA/NT Hairdresser of the Year 2023.

Dave is passionate about continually learning and embracing new techniques to stay on the cutting edge of fashion and styling trends. Whether it’s behind the scenes on a runway or perfecting a client’s six-week refresh, he believes hair can make or break a look. Dave will have you leaving each visit feeling special and looking incredible.

Dave fits perfectly into the salon family as he is dedicated to contributing to a team that values high standards, collaboration, and innovation. He is friendly, funny and has a unique way of making every client feel like a million dollars.

In addition to his hairstyling career, Dave co-founded AYLA Inc., a charity supporting those in need with food, clothing, and shelter, and served as CSO, leading a dedicated team of over 80 employees and 150 volunteers.

Cordelia - Master Stylist, Senior Colourist and extension Specialist

Cordelia - Master Stylist, Senior Colourist and extension Specialist

Introducing Cordelia. She’s friendly, bright, funny and a little quirky just like all of us!! 

With 8 years of experience in the industry, Cordelia is a passionate colourist dedicated to creating stunning, personalized looks for every client. Her keen eye for detail and commitment to perfection ensure that each colour creation is a work of art. Whether you’re looking for a bold transformation or a subtle enhancement, Cordelia’s expertise and love for colour will help you achieve your dream look.

Cordelia is also our extension specialist and is a master of her art (and I mean art). Creating solutions for clients who are experiencing hair loss and thinning is one of Cordelia's true passions and the results she is able to achieve are nothing short of amazing!! She is also a pro at picking the perfect colour blend creating seamless blends that will transform your look whether its for length or thickness.

Keira – Senior Colourist and Emerging Senior Stylist

Keira – Senior Colourist and Emerging Senior Stylist

Introducing Keira!! Our all singing, all dancing queen of colour. She is friendly, funny, and incredibly easy to talk to, she wants to hear all your goss, show recommendations and anything in between. With a bit of quirk that she isnt afraid to show off Keira makes every work day hilarious and fun and she will do the same for you with your appointment.

Keiras specialty is colour work, all things foiling and creating beautiful, lived-in colour. She is also not afraid to get a little bold and create an exciting and special vivid creation for you. Keira is also coming on board the extension train so keep an eye on this space as her talent portfolio grows!!

Tiff – Emerging Stylist

Tiff – Emerging Stylist

Tiff is our first year apprentice and emerging stylist. She has quickly become an integral part of the team, effortlessly blending sarcasm, sweetness, and just the right amount of sass. Shes a little pocket rocket who has come in and embraced the Fattys attitude with full enthusiasm.

Her talent has been shining through in everything she does, especially delivering some of the best basin rituals you’ve ever experienced. With a natural flair for the craft and a keen eye for detail, she shows an incredible amount of potential and talent and we are so excited to watch her grow and be part of the journey.

Kat – Salon Manager

Kat – Salon Manager

This is Kat, our approachable and easy-going Salon Manager. With her unique blend of organization and humor, and with a background that seamlessly blends both corporate and hairdressing worlds, Kat brings the perfect balance of professionalism and personality to her role.  

Behind her sometimes dry sense of humor lies a genuine desire to brighten your day with a smile. Whether it's ensuring seamless bookings, in salon experience or adding that extra touch of quirk to your salon experience, Kat is here to make every step from check-in to check-out as enjoyable as possible.