Farewell Vidal Sassoon

10 May 2012 10:09 AM | Posted by bh'sOlivia

The world farewells one of the greatest ever hair gods…

The hair and beauty world has received a devastating blow this morning, hair icon and legendary stylist Vidal Sassoon has passed away of natural causes at age 84.

The man who was described “as a rock star, an artist and a craftsman who changed the world with a pair of

scissors”, has passed away in his Los Angeles home today – and the world mourns his passing with thanks for the mark he has left on the world, and more importantly, the hair industry.

Starting out as a shampoo boy in Mayfair at Raymond Bessone’s salon, Vidal Sassoon opened his very first salon in London in 1954 at age 26 – and since then has become one of the most integral icons in the hair industry. Sassoon is best known for his introduction of short, geometrical styles, that wowed the beehive-wearing beauties of the 60s – a style that we fondly refer to today as ‘The bob’.

Vidal Sassoon has left an integral mark on the hair world, and is the man behind some of the amazing hair tools you use today. In honour of the legendary stylist, we’ve pulled together some of best every hair tools from VS Sassoon.

Check out the gallery and tell us what impact Vidal Sassoon has had on your life, and on your hair.

What impact did Vidal Sassoon have on your life, and on your hair?

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Member Comments (94)

Posted by: Phaine (Australia)

Rest in Peace, may your ideals live on!

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 10:25am)

Posted by: lynx (Member since 2008, Australia)

A brilliant man who's name we could never forget.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 10:49am)

Posted by: MACjunkie (Australia)

R.I.P

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 10:58am)

Posted by: Kazworld82 (Australia)

Thanks for hair crimper back in the 80s! You will be missed.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 10:59am)

Posted by: JaneyPooh (Australia)

The bob is such a classic style. So chic and so wearable. It is a style that I will always enjoy.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 11:00am)

Posted by: Fashionista8P (Member since 2008, Australia)

RIP. Honestly some of my greatest products are VS sasson, I love them

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 11:14am)

Posted by: Evanescencessy (Australia)

That's sad news. RIP. I know the name but surprisingly have never tried his products.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 11:17am)

Posted by: Blondie58 (Australia)

He really was way ahead of his time, he gave so much to the hair indrustry, I think he will be remembered for a long time.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 11:40am)

Posted by: Princess Fiona1 (Member since 2007, Australia)

Always so sad when an industry-great passes away. So many great products over the years..

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 12:00pm)

Posted by: diabla (Australia)

Rest in Peace

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 12:07pm)

Posted by: Platinum Ms (Australia)

Made a mark in the industry of hair and made our lives much easy with his creative flair

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 12:42pm)

Posted by: scentsation (Member since 2008, Australia)

Such a well respected entrepreneur! May he rest in peace..

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 12:43pm)

Posted by: SoMuchPretty (Australia)

What a legend of a man. May he RIP.

Also, that VS Straightener and Hot Brush tool looks like something I need. I shall buy it in Vidal's honour!

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 12:48pm)

Posted by: Coconal (Australia)

I was so sorry to see that news this morning...he was such an icon! I used to have a crimper about 10 years ago, and I still have the curling tongs in the slideshow above! Cannot wait to try the WaveEnvy in my Glosscars pack and I've been so temtped to get those heated curlers!

He really does leave a great legacy behind...as far as death goes, though, a painfree and peaceful death is what anyone could ask for! Rest in peace.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 12:54pm)

Posted by: Pixiealso (Australia)

Rest In Peace

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 1:19pm)

Posted by: softness (Member since 2007, Australia)

I am very sad to hear this as I've so much respect for him. Talk about moving with the times - his products are fantastic and he was a creative person. He looks like a very young and healthy 84 year old in that photo (not sure when it was taken) and I'm really surprised to hear this news. I have to admit that going in your sleep is probably the nicest way to go.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 1:32pm)

Posted by: katshepsutt (Australia)

Gee we're losing quite a few lately who've left their mark :-( Actually happy to hear he died of natural causes and not some dreadful illness or disease. Thanks VS - you sure changed my world ♥

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 1:37pm)

Posted by: Sumaya (Australia)

Very sad news :(
Rest in Peace

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 1:46pm)

Posted by: FRIEND (Australia)

Aww such sad news.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 2:11pm)

Posted by: Catn2kittens (Australia)

So sad, but what a wonderful legacy he leaves behind! I think there's not much better any of us could hope for than to live an amazing life, bring beauty to the lives of millions, and pass away peacefully with your name living on for future generations.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 2:26pm)

Posted by: Jenniqua (Australia)

How sad that one of the greatest inventors of hair products has passed. I love all things VS Sassoon, they are such quality products, that work so well.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 2:40pm)

Posted by: kireina (Australia)

Vale Vidal, your hair mastery will be missed.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 2:57pm)

Posted by: Green_Jaguar (Australia)

Rest in Peace.

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 3:01pm)

Posted by: Sparkles12 (Australia)

oh no - how sad !! :-(

Posted on: May 10, 2012 (May 10, 2012 3:07pm)

Posted by: Princess Perfume (Australia)

That's sad news. He was such an icon.