Chanel Celebrates Sam McKnight

It’s been said that behind every great man is a great woman, and helping that woman achieve the perfect coiffure is legendary hairstylist Sam McKnight. The Scottish stylist has created looks for Princess Diana, Cate Blanchett, and Kate Moss over the years, and last night at Chanel’s Soho boutique he was toasted by some of the industry’s most notable. From photographer Patrick Demarchelier to model Helena Christensen, the Spring Street boutique was a veritable homage to McKnight and his talent. “It’s a little overwhelming, I must say,” said McKnight, who was also feted in London recently for his retrospective, Hair by Sam McKnight, on view at Somerset House. “London was pretty raucous and the most raucous one was my mother who was 85.” Does the legend ever get to provide tips to his posh mom? “No, she keeps her hair short, so there’s nothing for me to do.” As for the holidays, McKnight said he’d be traveling to Scotland to visit his mother before taking some time off in Costa Rica. But as for the most winning hairdo during the season? “I think everyone should try a beehive.”