Adlena is a globally experienced hairstylist from Melbourne, Australia. Now based in New York, her artistry has been shaped by her years living in London and Paris. Her refined European approach and backstage expertise at fashion weeks and editorial shoots brings a fresh, modern sensibility to every project.
She’s collaborated with acclaimed photographers including Roe Ethridge, Gregory Harris, Collier Schorr, Hill & Aubrey, Hugo Comte, Emma Tempest, Sebastian Sabal Bruce, and Alex Nataf, with clients spanning Ralph Lauren, David Yurman, Tory Burch, MAC, Maybelline, Adidas, Anthropologie, Theory, and Marc Jacobs.
Dedicated to fostering community and diversity in the industry, Adlena mentors emerging freelancers through events and workshops designed to uplift and connect creative talent.
A global creative at heart, she draws inspiration from nature, travel, and location shoots, and values health, laughter, joy, and a good attitude - qualities that define both her work and her outlook on life.
Adlena at the World Surf League Awards in Hawaii 2025