This month's moodboard, edited by Linton & Mac's Jen Linton

Jen Linton started her hairdressing career as a Saturday girl in a Fife salon. In 2015 and, having worked her way up through the salon ranks, she decided it was high time she put her expert knowledge of the tresses craft to best possible use—by opening her own salon.

Fast-forward to 2020 and award-winning Linton & Mac is Aberdeen’s most noteworthy hair and beauty destination. Having one a slew of awards of her own, Jen is a session styling star on the rise.

Before the way that we live our lives was temporarily paused earlier this month, we spoke to Jen to find out what’s inspiring her at the moment, and what’s on her agenda for when things get back to normal…

I’ll be dreaming of visiting…

Glen Dye cottages in Banchory for a girly weekend of celebrating. I recently turned 30 so I’m looking forward to ringing it in with my pals some day soon. I’m calling dibs on the outside bath. 

I’ll be drinking…

Coconut, rosewater, and blackberry gins. I found the recipe on The Good Drink, and I hear it’s easy on the hangovers, too. 

I’ll be exercising…

Outdoors, weather permitting! I love doing yoga; it’s one of the only things that truly relaxes me. My friend is a yoga teacher, so I learn all the best tips from her.

Yoga mat, £30, Oliver Bonas

I’ll be planning to dine…

In Vovem, It’s easily my favourite restaurant in Aberdeen. Plus, the cocktails are delicious. I can’t wait to get back there soon!

I’ll be shopping…

From Curated Stories, a small boutique on Aberdeen’s Claremont Street (and handily, it has an online store too). It’s a sweet concept store with gorgeous artisan products. I have lots of birthdays coming up, so I’ll most likely get all the presents I need from there. 

Faris Drop Earrings, £225, Curatedstories.com

I’ll be working on…

Inspiration for bridal shoots throughout the month. At Linton & Mac we’re keen to create a movement of cool bridal hair. This shot from a shoot last year is still one of my favourites I’ve worked on so far.