Leila Wood

Director Stylist

With over 27 years of experience and a career that began at just 15 in Oxfordshire, Leila Wood brings a rare mix of technical excellence and vibrant warmth to every appointment. Trained at the renowned Mahogany salon, Leila has spent decades perfecting her craft, developing a cult following for her flawless blondes and sharp, precision cuts.

Known for her creative eye and caring nature, Leila believes great hair starts with truly listening. She’s passionate about understanding what her clients really want, then delivering results that make them feel seen, stylish, and seriously confident. Whether she’s crafting a seamless shade of blonde or sculpting a sleek bob, every detail matters.

Career highlights? Styling supermodel Erin O’Connor’s 1920s bob for London Fashion Week, and assisting on the original Harry Potter film hair teams during her early years. But for Leila, the real joy is the connection. Catching up with clients, building lasting bonds, and making someone’s day brighter, one appointment at a time.

Her go-to product? K18 is “a total lifesaver” for all her blonde clients. Her motto? Creativity is seeing what everyone else has seen and thinking what no one else has thought.

When she’s not behind the chair, she’s chasing her next adventure. “Wanderlust is my favourite word,” she says. “I love to travel and get lost.”

At UNIK, Leila brings experience, creativity, and a whole lot of heart.