A STYLIST who has worked for celebrities such as Nicole Kidman, the Spice Girls and Steven Spielberg, has joined a Kelvedon salon.

Mark Kees, 46, has travelled the world, dressing the locks of the likes of Joan Collins and models for lingerie company Victoria's Secret.

He is set to start work in Hair Lounge, in Kelvedon High Street, after moving to Essex.

Mr Kees said: “I knew from a young age that my life’s journey was to inspire and create. I wanted to join a salon that shared my passion and creativity for delivering the very best to clients in a lovely atmosphere, which I found at Hair Lounge.

"Working with celebrities such as Shirley Bassey, Joan Collins and fashion model Iman helped me to master my art of creativity.”

Mr Kees has worked on Cunard Cruise Lines, where he styled Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg’s hair.

He said: “Steven Spielberg would often stay on the cruise line for months writing scripts and would look forward to his haircuts with me as a way to relax and enjoy the experience.”

Mark said he has fallen in love with Essex after he recently moved into the area.

Caroline Lane, manageress of Hair Lounge, said: “Having Mark join us is a game changing experience not just for the clients who can have an A-List experience in the comfort of a local salon, but also for the team who can learn so much.”