Awards & Contests
Announcing the 2020 STAMP Honorees
Each year, SALON TODAY's Annual Marketing Program, names the best salon and spa marketing ideas, and this year a new category recognizes COVID-19 Client Communications. See who won!
by Stacey Soble
The 2020 Competition Categories for STAMP
Got a great marketing idea that helped you capture sales last year? Or a fabulous communication piece that helped you keep in contact with clients during a global pandemic? Peruse the 2020 competition categories for STAMP (SALON TODAY's Annual Marketing Program) and submit your winning ideas by June 30!
by Stacey Soble
2020 STAMP Application Includes Two COVID-19 Categories
STAMP, also known as SALON TODAY's Annual Marketing Program, includes two COVID-19 related categories this year. Check out the entire application.
Color Sets the Tone for the 2020 Salons of the Year
Color can energize and color can soothe, it can set a playful tone or a serious one. This year's Salons of the Year master the use of color to envelop clients in their culture and bring them along on an experiential journey.
by Stacey Soble
Andreas Hogue Captures the 2020 Salons of the Year Design Competition
With its playful style and design surprises around the corner, Andreas Hogue Salon in Vernon Hills, Illinois, captures the 2020 Salon of the Year Grand-Prize title and the cover of the May/June issue of SALON TODAY.
by Stacey Soble
Announcing the 2020 SALONS OF THE YEAR Finalists
SALON TODAY is proud to introduce the 2020 finalists of its SALONS OF THE YEAR salon design competition. We love the ability to give you some good news and some gorgeous salon to tour!
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Andreas Hogue Salon
With a playful design surprise around every corner, Andreas Hogue Salon engages their selfie-focused clientele and capture the Grand-Prize of the 2020 Salon of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Blos Roses
Walking through the doors of the blowdry bar/nail salon Blos Roses is like taking a colorful step back in time. This vibrant salon claims 2nd Runner Up in the 2020 Salons of the Year competition.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Define Hair
A boutique-style retail experience, a retail island,a color processing bar and color processing table tells guests this salon is serious about hair.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Jaxson Maximus
With a real Formula One racecar on the wall, a pool table, a bourbon bar and a tailor shop, this Miami-based barbershop is for the discerning gentleman.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Jon Alan Salon
Pops of red, LED wall panels and retail displays and the unique white slat wall design make this salon stand out with vibrancy.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Karen Joseph Salon
A two-sided fireplace provides a cozy atmosphere at the luxurious Karen Joseph Salon.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Lindsay Griffin + Co.
While the pristine white furnishings and globe crystal chandeliers maintain a posh look at Lindsay Griffin + Co., a fun, colorful surprise awaits guests in the bathroom.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: LUV Salon
A living wall with 1,200 succulents, a hanging chair in reception and a three tier extensions wall are big design features at LUV Salon in Mesa, AZ.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Mango Salon
Crisp white walls and slick gray floors are softened by gold accented ceilings at Mango Salon in Richmond, Virginia.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: Nikki|Lay Atelier
From the thin lighting to the two-toned front desk and plush furnishings, attention is paid to every detail at Nikki|Lay Atelier in Frisco, TX.
by Stacey Soble
2020 Salons of the Year: PENZONE Salon + Spa Polaris
A welcome wall complete with graffiti art and neon lettering is a visual cue reminding guests that PENZONE's transcends beauty.
by Stacey Soble