A HAIRDRESSER who opened a salon at the age of 19 is celebrating 25 years of success.
Mum-of-three Bobbie Anastasiou bought Finesse Hair & Beauty in Stewardstone Road, Chingford, after leaving college, with the help and encouragement of her husband, Chris.
The 44-year-old said: “It was a bit daunting at first because I had four staff who were all older than me and I don't think they were too happy having someone so young as their boss.”
Mrs Anastasiou, of Waltham Way, Chingford, said she has had a loyal band of staff over the years including managers Jane Chafteel, who worked there for 23 years, and Jane Lewin, who has worked there for 13 years.
She added: “Some of my customers have been coming here for 25 years, so that's great. We have just had the place refurbished too, so it's still going strong.”
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