Lisa Blatchford and Hannah Martin from Craig Chapman Hair Design ended their L'Oréal Colour Trophy journey on an incredible high as they were crowned winners of the Western Region. The talented team produced a stunning style that looks set to be a big hit with clients in their Launceston based salon.

Over 1,200 of the world's top hairdressers applauded as Lisa and Hannah collected their award from the evening's ultra-fashionable presenter Fearne Cotton and industry luminary Charles Worthington. Stylist Lisa and colourist Hannah were overwhelmed with the result, speaking moments after they came off stage they said; "To get through the first two rounds was exciting but to win our region is a dream come true."

Talent, drive and determination saw them through three tough rounds of the competition which started way back in March. Over 1,200 salon teams entered, 350 Regional Finalists were short-listed; with 45 Regional Finalists selected to compete at the Grand Final.

Craig Chapman Hair Design was one of three teams representing the Western region on the day of the Grand Final. Under the brief 'hair inspired by fashion' they spent 2.5 hours colouring, coiffing and styling their model to perfection before a host of hairdressing legends were brought in to judge their work.

Lisa and Hannah explain the thinking behind their striking image: "This is a very fresh, young look with a hint of geek chic about it, inspired by Ugly Betty. It's a great for tomboy's who have an air of youthful femininity about them, reflected by the glossy long hair and a quirky flash of lightness around the front."

TV favourites Richard Ward, Charles Worthington and Trevor Sorbie were among the panel of industry peers deliberating over who should be the winner. They agreed that the salon team of Lisa and Hannah met the brief set by L'Oréal Professionnel.

Unaware of their fate, competitors and their supporters made their way to the spectacular Grand Final event at Earls Court 2 where they watched their model stride out onto the catwalk. Throughout the evening there were stunning shows by Zoë Irwin for Headmasters and Tim Hartley in addition to an exclusive preview of fashion designer Aimee McWilliams' Autumn/Winter 07 collection.

After a nail-biting wait it was time to reveal the winning team. Upon hearing their name read out there was disbelief then delight. Craig Chapman Hair Design was officially announced winner of the Western Region and the cheers from their supporters could be heard across London!

"We are taking this award home to our brand-new salon and I can't think of a better way to start a new era of the business," said Craig Chapman. "This is the biggest motivation for the team and I couldn't have hoped for a more amazing way to bring us all together."

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