The Left Brain Group & Dresscode Project are giving back to the marginalized LGBTQ2S+ youth & community for pride with free gender-affirming haircuts. “This life-changing event allows those to see themselves for the first time.” The ‘gender-free haircut club’ is a transformative experience that shifts one’s gender dysphoria toward euphoria.
NEW ORLEANS — Dresscode Project a non-profit with the mission to educate and empower hairstylists and barbers to give people haircuts that help them look the way they feel, is teaming up with The Left Brain Group to bring The Gender Free Haircut Club to New Orleans, on June 25, 2023.
The Gender Free Haircut Club is Dresscode Project’s signature event providing FREE Gender Affirming Haircuts to the marginalized LGBTQ2S+ youth and communities; traditionally performed throughout the year by Dresscode Projects’ 550+ Salon Alliance Members, and in 2022 during their inaugural Gender Free Haircut Club Day. The Dresscode and Left Brain collaboration will continue to expand its presence in 2023 with its first ever satellite location in New Orleans welcoming hairdressers from all over the world to participate.
“We envision a world where every hair salon and barbershop is a gender-affirming, safer space for LGBTQ2S+ clients. For many queer folks, the professional beauty industry has always been considered a safer space but we still have a long way to go with education, acceptance and understanding and it’s our mission to make sure we continue forward momentum,” said Kristin Rankin (they/them), Founder of Dresscode Project.
The Gender Free Haircut Club satellite will also be a celebration of New Orleans queer culture and commerce showcased through live DJ entertainment, drag performances, curated vendors and organizations within the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Featured Participants
Kristin Rankin (they/them), Founder of Dresscode Project and Owner at Fox and Jane – Native Canadian, living in NYC brings their passion for haircutting and mission for inclusivity to the U.S. Kristin has been featured in Today, WWD and Allure. Learn more about the intention and impact of the Gender Free Haircut Club here in this brief documentary in partnership with Dresscode Project and Pantene. @kristinrankinhair (4k followers) @foxandjane (84.2k followers)
DJ KP, aka Kevin Perryman, Co-Founder of Local Honey and Director of Paris Parker – will be taking us on a magical journey through sound with his tunes. Kevin is an active contributor to both the salon and local industry @haay_kp (2.4k followers)
House of Tulip, Trans United Leading Intersectional Progress – will have members of their community there as well as a resource table at the event. There will also be a Clothing Closet Drive for House of Tulip that attendees are encouraged to donate. @houseoftulipno (18.4k followers)
Sponsors
- KEVIN.MURPHY: Title Sponsor: Cruelty-free. Skincare for your hair. @kevin.murphy (233k followers)
- K18 HAIR: Gold Sponsor: Hair, welcome to the future. @k18hair (273k)
- Hairstory: Silver Sponsor: Like shampoo, but actually good for your hair. @hairstorystudio (173k followers)
About The Left Brain Group: The Left Brain Group is a woman-owned agency, founded by Aryn Detres, that provides independent beauty professionals with a platform to express and share their point of view. Leading as the ‘Agency of Change’ with initiatives championing inclusivity and equity, including scholarship opportunities and partnerships with movements like Dresscode Project and Texture Vs. Race. Best known for their industry high-end event conceptualization and production; most notably Bayou St. Blonde and Hairnomcion where the city of New Orleans serves as a muse, character and destination for the industry to experience. http://www.theleftbraingroup.com/ @theleftbraingroup (16.6k followers)
Event Location: The Contemporary Arts Center: 900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Event Time:12pm – 6pm
Event Hashtags: #hairhasnogender #genderfreehaircutclub
Hairdressers looking to participate in the GFHC can reserve their chair here.
$25 Per Person / $50 Per Person includes DCP T-Shirt
For sponsorship and media opportunities, please contact: Aryn Detres – The Left Brain Group, aryn@theleftbraingroup.com, or (347) 610-1635.