How London’s Antenna Salon Used Car Spray Paint to Revolutionize Hair in 1980

In a 1980 BBC Nationwide segment, London’s Antenna salon pushed the boundaries of hair styling with bold shaved designs and unexpected tools. Owner Simon Forbes revealed that he used car spray paint and stencils to create intricate patterns and metallic colors in clients’ hair—something salon products just couldn’t achieve. The result? A rebellious, futuristic look that defined the era’s cutting-edge style.