Since the age of 14, Thalissa has been a fixture in the hair industry and is constantly on the hunt for models for her trend shows. At one of these events, Janneke found herself sitting in Thalissa's chair.

 

As Thalissa showcased her skills on stage and answered questions from the interested audience, one question kept popping up: “What do you use to section off and fix hair?” Without missing an answer, Thalissa replied, “Just some chopsticks. I find them handy, when I find the right ones” She laughed and added, “I often get asked about them, even when I work internationally. But for me, it’s as simple as using cutlery, the only thing is there are not many with the right pointy end, so it’s always a search. “

 

During a break, the ever-innovative Janneke immediately pitched, “Thalissa, we have to do something with this!” Overwhelmed by her numerous commitments, Thalissa wondered aloud, “Where am I going to find the time?” Janneke assured her, “Let your creativity run wild, imagine the perfect hair chopsticks first, and let me handle the rest.”

 

The two-hour car ride home was transformative. By the end of the drive, they had extracted the essence, passion and vision of their brand. Thalissa explained in her whirlwind of creativity how a hair choppstick should look like, and Janneke made notes… A year later, their dream has become a reality. Born out of a whirlwind of creative chaos and a master at channeling it, they proudly introduce: CHOPPS.