SELECTION PANEL
The selection panel for Scotland’s New Face will be made up of leading figures in fashion from across the UK . The panel has worked with some of the world’s most successful supermodels and international campaigns. From styling and art direction to photography and providing that inspirational, unique look that front the world’s glossies and grace catwalks in the fashion capitals, they have a collective experience that is second to none.
Carol Kane (CEO, Boohoo.com)
Carol has over two decades of experience in the fashion industry, rising through design and buying to become Creative Director then CEO of Boohoo.com, a leading online women's fashion retailer. Continued phenomenal growth for Boohoo is a testament to Carol's outstanding creativity and eye for fashion.
"As an online retailer our model shots are our shop window, so finding fresh faces is vital to maintain our high standards. Having lived in Glasgow I'm well aware of the incredible talent to be found in Scotland, and look forward to seeing the entrants this year and giving them their opportunity to shine."
AMMA AMIYHA (Head of New Faces, Storm)
Amma Amihyia has over fifteen years experience working at the heart of the fashion industry. Several years were gained from working for a top fashion magazine as a fashion and bookings editor. Amma actually booked Victoria Beckham’s first cover with the womens glossy Marie Claire magazine. She has also worked extensively as an agent representing models in Europe. She has managed the careers of several well known top models, but her true passion lies in the developing and nurturing of New Face models. She heads up the division at Storm and is responsible for the strategic planning of the girls portfolios and overall careers, as well as the day to day running of their appointments. She is part surrogate mother and part business manager.
TESSA HARTMANN
Fashion entrepreneur and founder of Scottish Fashion Awards & creator of Scotland’s New Face. Tessa runs Scotland’s only dedicated fashion PR agency. She has worked with countless international luxury fashion brands in Scotland and has organized the most sought after fashion parties. As an agency they are respected by their peers and have an unrelenting determination to put Scottish fashion firmly on the international map.
JULIE HANNAH (Fashion Stylist, Daily Record)
Fashion Stylist of Scotland's national newspaper The Daily Record, Julie will be joining the team in their search across the nation. Julie firmly believes that it’s not just about looks. The right girl must have an inspirational style and great personality to truly succeed in this tough and sometimes demanding industry.
AUSTIN SHIRLEY (Creative Director, Toni & Guy)
Biography
'With over twenty years experience in the hairdressing industry, Austin Shirley is perfectly equipped to be on the esteemed panel of judges for Scotland’s New Face. As a hugely valued member of the TONI&GUY family, Austin’s creativity has been notably acknowledged within the wider arena of hairdressing, having been nominated twice for British Hairdressing Awards, as 'Scottish Hairdresser of the Year’ in 1997 and 'Men’s Hairdresser of the Year’ in 2002. A regular at London Fashion Week, his creative flair makes him an obvious choice to spot and nurture emerging Scottish talent’.
'It’s a true honour to be involved in the Scottish Fashion Awards and even more humbling to be asked to be a judge of Scotland’s New Face. I’m thrilled to be involved in celebrating Scotland’s contribution to the world of fashion as time and time again we create trends where others often follow.’