WE DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY HERE.
Vandermeer Hair was born from the desire to create beautiful hair in the slow lane.
Carly Van der Meer
DIRECTOR / BRIDAL SPECIALIST
Surry Hills hairdresser Carly Van der Meer has worked in top salons for over a decade. She is an expert blonde colourist specialising in highly manageable, healthy, lived-in styles. Beginning her career in her hometown Bowral in the Southern Highlands, she is now Owner and Director of Sydney’s leading salon to relax and unwind – Vandermeer Hair, established in 2018.
With a long history styling for fashion weeks, industry events and editorial shoots, Carly has worked closely with industry leaders in hair, makeup and fashion. Developing her skills alongside the likes of Renya Xydis, Freda Rossidis, Heidi Scarlett- King, David Mallett and Richard Kavanagh, she is now regarded as an up and coming trade expert.
Her portfolio boasts styling for CHANEL, Toni Maticevski, By Johnny, KIT X, Alice McCall, Di$count Universe, Akira, Ginger and Smart, Christopher Esber, Sarah Boulazeris, and Albus Lumen.
Carly is available for interstate and international bridal bookings and works closely with Australia’s most talented photographers and make up artists.
This Surry Hills hairdresser offers not only expert styling but a city escape – a place to leave feeling rejuvenated with hair you’ll love.
Carly is available in Salon Wednesday – Friday. Saturday by appointment (enquire at hello@vandermeerhair.com)
Matthew Barritt
SENIOR STYLIST
Matt’s been perfecting his craft for the last 15 years. Having started his career in North Yorkshire (UK), he trained and worked with a successful salon group where he became a member of the artistic team, assisting backstage at London Fashion Week and creating collections for the British Hairdressing Awards. At 22 he moved to Australia and has worked for a variety of salons across the country, combining his two favourite interests; hair and travel.
Now settled in Sydney, he joins us and welcomes all our wonderful clients. Whilst taking a keen interest in what hair trends dictate, he believes that what’s most important is meeting the client’s needs and tailoring hair to the individual. Wearable, touchable, lived in hair is his thing. But equally loves the structure and precision of Sassoon inspired work.
His easy going and gentle nature makes appointments with him feel easy. He’ll share just enough tips and tricks for you to get the most out of your hair without making you feel overloaded with information.
Matt is available for bookings at Vandermeer Hair on a Wednesday – Saturday.
Darren Summors
CREATIVE DIRECTOR / EDITORIAL / CUTTING SPECIALIST
Darren Summors is not just a freelance editorial hairstylist; he's a hair cutting specialist and educator who is reshaping the industry.
With a keen eye for precision, innovation, and over a decade of experience Darren has honed his craft to perfection, earning him recognition as a master of his trade. As an educator, Darren shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise with aspiring hairstylists, empowering them to unlock their full potential and excel in the competitive world of fashion.
With a portfolio that boasts leading -edge editorial styles and precision haircuts, Darren's work speaks for itself, showcasing his unparalleled skill and dedication to excellence. Whether he's behind the chair, backstage of a runway or at the front of the classroom, Darren Summors is a force to be reckoned with in the world of hairstyling.
Darren is available in salon every Saturday.
Join the Team
Join the VDMH team and become a part of our dynamic salon family! We are always on the lookout for talented individual. Whether you're an experienced Senior Hairdresser or a student seeking valuable salon experience as a Salon Assistant, we have opportunities for you.