Natalia’s roll call of achievements leaves us spinning! Salon director, trainer and educator, a regular at London Fashion Week, and shooting collections for the international press… No wonder she was named It Girl of 2012! Excelling in all aspects of her career, Natalia demonstrated the passion and skill our judges were looking for. Is it your turn in 2013?

MEET OUR 2012 IT GUY: MATTHEW SUTCLIFFE, WESTROW, LEEDS

Let’s get one thing straight – Matthew was in it to win it, and with his passion for all things hair, now he’s on it! Self-motivated, competitive and ambitious, Matthew likes to keep himself ahead of the game, whether taking part in fashion shoots or delivering five-star service to his ever-expanding clientele. Now, with the 2013 competition open, are you destined for greatness?

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Closing date for entries: 24 May 2013
Enquiries: 01434 610940

How did it feel when your name was called out?

It was an amazing feeling – I didn’t expect it at all. Walking into the Royal Courts of Justice in London made it so nerve racking. I had never been before and the venue was insane! I couldn’t believe it when my name was called out; it was the first award of the evening, which was relieving as it meant I could relax and thoroughly enjoy the rest of the event, which was amazing.

What opportunities have come your way thanks to your win?

Since my win in September my workload had increased dramatically and the award really stands out on my CV. I now have a new agent; I’ve taken on the exciting role of UK Creative Ambassador at styling tool brand Cloud Nine and I feel like my profile has risen in the industry, too.

What has been the highlight of your year so far?

The highlight of my year has been seeing my images recently released for Cloud Nine’s global advertising campaign. This is a huge personal high for me. The brand is so progressive and at 23 I feel that having this work in my portfolio is an honour.

What advice would you give to anyone entering the Fashionista category?

Follow the brief, personalise your entry, check everything and then check it again and again! Your entry is something that will represent you to the industry’s elite, so it pays to make it perfect.

Do you want to see your career soar? Enter The It List now!

Being the delicate type who gets itchy and scabby at the mere sight of a can of hairspray or nasty shampoo, this is my idea of heaven. I use the Aloe Vera shampoo and conditioner, which is perfect for frizzy hair, and the body-wash is great for sensitive skin types. It’s available in most good health food shops and is very reasonably priced.

Register now and you’ll get access to a fantastic sale on scissors, and until the end of June there’s no VAT on furniture either, thanks to our friends at Aston & Fincher! Get your shopping list handy and click here…

Are you ready for your close-up? Join BAFTA winners, make-up, hair and prosthetics designer Jan Sewell and film-maker Phil Dupée (left) at The Coterie on Monday 20 May as they reveal the high and low of working on film sets and photoshoots.

If you aren’t already a member, join now so you don’t miss this and many more insightful and inspiring events. If members haven’t already, could you please RSVP by emailing laura@the–coterie.net or calling 01434 610416 to get on the guest list.

Above: Jan Sewell with actress Jennifer Lawrence

Hair hounds and fashion mavens, go-getters and dream-chasers, the It List deadline is only four nail-biting days away! Have you got your entry in?

You can win a bespoke It List trophy, a mentoring day and photo-shoot with Zoë Irwin courtesy of ghd, and a year-long programme of publicity in Creative HEAD and its associated titles.

The prizes, the people and the Grand Final, it’s going to be a spectacular! Get your entry in and get your name on The It List – good luck!

Don’t miss the deadline: Friday 24 May