03 Jul 2014
QT Sydney, the most fashion forward hotel in Australia's largest city, has revealed the secret to its flawlessly coiffed and styled staff. The style conscious establishment employs resident behind the scenes hair and makeup stylists, who attend to each and every front of house employee before all morning and afternoon shifts.
Renowned Australian costume designer, Janet Hine, has designed unique 'costumes' and hair pieces specifically for the different outlets and department. the QT Sydney team are cohesively attired to mirror the design forward feeling of the hotel in signature looks.
Claudia Saurine, a 20-year makeup artist veteran, and Emma Young, who trained at the Australian College of Make-up Activity and Special Effects, are on hand daily to work with all QT staff; from the red wigged 'Directors of Chaos' who greet guests at the hotel's front doors (The red wigs are real hair and are washed and re-died by hand frequently), to the reception, Gowings Bar & Grill and Gilt Lounge staff.
Using make up by Issada, the Australian boutique brand of mineral makeup, Claudia and Emma create different looks for staff depending on where they work in the hotel. The girls ensure that each look incorporates the signature 'QT style', which is marked by dramatic make up and stylised hair-dos, along with charm and personality to spare.
Claudia and Emma also work daily with QT Sydney's 'Directors of Chaos', to ensure that their signature red wigs, which are made from real hair and need to be re-dyed frequently, are properly fitted and styled, and their makeup suitably theatrical.
About QT Sydney
Situated in the restored Gowings and State Theatre buildings in Sydney's CBD, QT Sydney's artful revamp of two historic spaces has brought a unique, hip designer hotel to the city's CBD. With the gothic façades and features of the buildings carefully returned to their former glory, the hotel's interiors possess cutting edge art and design featuring LED digital art, bespoke furniture and a strong use of bold colours, making clever interior design central to the hotel experience. As for location, it couldn't be more in the heart of the city if it tried. The bowler hat lights are a favourite cheeky touch, but there's a huge focus on art and design here. QT isn't just about a place to lay your head. QT Sydney is the only Sydney hotel to be a member of the exclusive Design Hotels.
QT Sydney
George & Market Streets, Sydney NSW 2000
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The Mint Partners
263 Riley Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2012
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Stephen Howard
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QT Hotels & Resorts
49 Market Street Sydney NSW 2000
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