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First international organisation of high quality hairdressing,
Intercoiffure counts over 2.500 salons spread in 50 countries. You will find them
in capitals such as Paris, New York, Tokyo, Berlin, London, Rome. The leaders
of these salons are fashion orientated, keen in expanding their profession and
ready to share their knowledge as part of the respect of moral values.
History
"L'Association Internationale des Maîtres Coiffeurs de Dames "(I.C.D.)
was founded in 1925 in Germany by hairdressers from Switzerland, Germany, France
and England. In 1930, France created its own section. After the second World War,
the famous hair designer Guillaume took the destiny of Intercoiffure in his hands
and his successors at the head of our Association were John Pfeil, Alexandre de
Paris and Maurice Franck.
Objectives
Since the World Congress in Berlin in September 2000, the presidency has been
entrusted to Mr. Klaus Peter Ochs who clearly defined his objectives :
• Develop the number of members yet preserving the philosophy of Intercoiffure,
obtain 3.000 members in 50 countries;
• Intensify, under the banner of the 'Guillaume Foundation', the promotion
and the development of the activities of the Juniors of Intercoiffure;
• Re-enforce the links of collaboration and friendship with the hair industry;
• Take on social responsibility.
Philosophy
Intercoiffure, an international association standing for prestige and excellence,
unites hairdressers of high standard being linked together by both the love for
their craft and the respect for moral values. The 75 years of Intercoiffure tradition
and its radiance worldwide testify to it in a striking manner.
And what does it mean in practice? What can I expect from Intercoiffure?
• Friendship
• Intercoiffure Collections
• Participation to all the international activities of ICD
• Fostering of the collaborators
• High level salon management
• Education of young people
• International Fashion from 45 countries
• Sociability - exchange of experience - fraternity - social commitment
What do my Intercoiffure friends expect from me?
• My friendship
• Willingness to give
• Active participation in ICD events: (National Congress, Congress in Mondial
Region, World Congress)
• Fairness and tolerance
• Readiness to co-operate
The International Structure
The friendly and professional relationship between the sections of the five continents
vouches for the continuity of our organisation. The exchanges between Europe,
Asia, America and the other continents are the force of Intercoiffure and its
development in the interest of all.
Moreover, we had created new regional structures (8 Regions) in order to promote
the globalisation of Intercoiffure and to integrate all the creative forces of
the Association.
Every four years a World Congress is held alternately in America, Europe or Asia.
This is the ideal link for getting together and a great moment of creativity for
the members.
On a national level, each section has its own program of activities : congress,
seminars, workshops etc.
Talent and Creativity in Intercoiffure
The international artistic team of Intercoiffure works regularly with the most
renown fashion designers. Twice a year, Intercoiffure creates an exclusive Collection:
spring/summer and autumn/winter supplemented by two seasonal "Street Fashion"
Collections. A press-kit of these creations is sent from Paris to each member
worldwide as well as the international press.
Intercoiffure Youth
The vocation of the 'Guillaume Foundation' is to promote the Youth of Intercoiffure
both within our Association and to the Public. This was pursued and amplified
since the first Junior Forum held at the World Congress 2000 in Berlin and successive
Forums have taken place in Paris on the occasion of the yearly Mondial Performance.
The young people are our future and Intercoiffure leads them into a unique experience
on an international level.
Marketing and Communication
Our Corporate Identity and well targeted marketing actions are major assets of
our development. Also our brand image and the one of our members are sustained
through close and regular contacts with the Trade Press and Women Magazines.The
photos of our Collections as well as our press articles receive excellent international
coverage.
The House of Nations
The Head Office of Intercoiffure Mondial, located in the heart of Paris fashion
district, is open to all the members. It is their house and they are welcome there.
You can also admire in the House of Nations our hair related art work created
by famous Paris artists.
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