Talk & Trim

‘A problem shared is a problem halved’ isn’t just a saying, it’s a fact. So, to mark Mental Health Awareness Week (May 12-18), London Designer Outlet is opening a pop-up barbershop offering Londoners valuable emotional check-ins along with a free trim. The shop is a collaboration with Talk Club, the UK’s leading male mental health charity, known for asking ‘How are you? Out of 10?’ in their regular talking groups. There’ll be some talented coiffeurs on hand, with A Star (Ahmed), best known for shaping Jack Grealish and Jude Bellingham’s locks, leading the team of professional barbers who’ve all been trained in Talk Club’s ‘Captain’ programme, and will be giving out free trims and lending an ear for the event. Simply walk in for a trim and a chat on a first-come, first-served basis. There’s also the option to make a donation to support Talk Club.