This season, haute couture meets high-end hair care as Alterna Hair Care joins the team at Project Runway All Stars for the 1st time. Led by Global Creative Director Michael Shaun Corby, Corby works backstage with the show’s designers to execute weekly hair styles. MODERN got an exclusive interview with Corby and asked him about his experiences at the show.

Tune into Project Runway every Thursday at 9 p.m. EST to determine the exciting styles come to life.

click image to zoom Led by Global Creative Director Michael Shaun Corby, Corby works backstage with the show’s designers to execute weekly hair styles.

Tell us about Alterna and Project Runway’s partnership? How did it start? What does this mean for Alterna?

Alterna Hair Care was making waves around the globe for several years now. However, this year we made plenty of buzz with the announcement of Katie Holmes as our co-owner. When the chance came from Project Runway All Stars, it was a natural fit because our co-owner was already a chum of the show. Katie Holmes was a guest judge on last season’s finale. It was also a chance to essentially highlight the artistry of pro hair stylists.  We couldn’t pass down the exciting opportunity to be part of this great show on primetime television! Alterna was part of fashion for a long time, but now we get to expose the area what we do backstage.

Walk us through a regular day on Project Runway. From concept to creation of a designer’s look, what was the “hair process” like?

The most surprising thing i’m able to inform you is that it’s actually all real. Before I worked at the show, i assumed perhaps there have been some smoke and mirrors involved and that show would allow a protracted window of time to create such demanding hair styles. In reality you simply have half-hour, and if the make-up takes 40 minutes then you definitely only have 20 minutes for hair. i used to be allowed to take a fast peek on the dresses which helped me envision the hair style i wished to create. Also, the interviews with the designers were very helpful, even though we needed to start from scratch when their minds would sometimes change half way in the course of the completion of the styles. i’m thankful I had any such great team which can work with me to make it work even if time wasn’t on our side!

How long did it is advisable talk to all of the designers?

I had not up to one minute to refer to with each designer. Designers are really sequestered and getting any time with them and even getting near them is impossible until the cameras are rolling.  i attempted to be fair and provides each designer an identical quantity of time but sometimes the clock was running out and we just needed to jump in and make it happen.

What was probably the most challenging part about being at the show?

For me, the foremost challenging a part of the show was the instant a designer changed their mind on what they wanted and we had as low as five minutes to change the look.  i must admit that on multiple occasion, I made the manager decision to go away the fashion as previously discussed and pray that Isaac liked it and so they didn’t get voted off.

Did you ever have any “uh oh” moments? How did you fix them?

Many! A few of them would give away the show if I told you but this is one who i will be able to speak of. i used to be working with one of the vital celebrities and got a choice that i used to be needed on stage to envision on one of the crucial models. Suddenly while i used to be backstage, they called “Rolling-quiet at the set!” but my celebrity was only half way done and that i was stuck on a very different set unable to get out and come again to her! I waited patiently and used my iPhone to prevent a complete mishap but my nerves were shot and that i was sweating bullets for no less than 20 minutes afterwards.

What was the main rewarding part about being at the show?

The most rewarding thing about being at the show is with a view to create the best style to go with the incredible looks at the show. Seeing all of it come together on camera and knowing that we did it and we made it happen and we rocked it for 19 million viewers to determine is amazingly exciting!

Do you’ve got a favourite hair style design that involves mind should you think back?

My favorites were braids and high ponytails. We actually did something original with either one of these looks. Most individuals think that there’s not much you are able to do with a ponytail and braids but wait until you spot what team Alterna did.

What advice do you might have for other stylists in the event that they ever ought to discuss with a certified designer?

I learned after the first actual show that, while they’re very talented, designers of clothing aren’t designers for hair. It’s miles as much as the stylists to lead them and advise them on what hair style will best suit the look.  i actually stood my ground on several occasions to fight for what I knew would look best. After, i’d hear the judges compliment the hair and that i would get just a little tingle of pride knowing that we made that happen and we fought for what we do best…amazing hair transformations!

click image to zoom Led by Global Creative Director Michael Shaun Corby, Corby works backstage with the show’s designers to execute weekly hair styles.