Ariel Chiulli
Where did you grow up? All the oil and gas hubs in Alberta! I was born in Red Deer, then to Grand Prairie for a couple of years and I’ve been in Calgary ever since.
My start date with the Chin Whiskey is on the 17th of January, but have been barbering since 2016.
What inspired you to become a barber? I’ve always had a passion for doing hair, right from me cutting my little sisters bangs when I was 5, to accidentally cutting myself a mullet when I was 13.
Favourite thing about barbering? I love making connections with different kinds of people and making them feel like their authentic self. Plus, working in an industry where you have the freedom to create and work with your hands is incomparable.
Favourite restaurant in Calgary? Anejos
Favourite vacation destination? Jamaica
If you could cut anyone’s hair, dead or alive, who would it be and why? I would definitely go back in time to fix Mike Score’s hair from Flock of Seagulls… or Billy Squire, he had some luscious locks.
Dog of cat person? I’m a dog person, even though I have 2 cats.
People might be surprised to learn that I’m actually 25. Don’t let my baby face fool you ;)
What was your dream job as a child? When I was a kid I wanted to be a hairstylist. I guess dreams do come true
How do you want people to remember you in 60yrs? 60 years from now I hope that I’m known for being a good human.
Cartoon character you most identify with? I wish Debbie Harry was a cartoon character
If you could choos a super power? I would definitely choose to fly