Awards & Contests
2019 Salons of the Year: Annastasia Salon
A farmhouse-chic design, clever stations and color bar help Annastasia Salon earn a Salon of Distinction Award in the 2019 Salons of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
2019 Salons of the Year: Rob Peetoom Williamsburg
To create its U.S. flagship, a Dutch-based salon company renovates a former soda factory to create a light and spacious salon and spa--earning Rob Peetoom Williamsburg second runner-up in our 2019 Salons of the Year competition.
by Stacey Soble
2019 Salons of the Year: Anthony DeFranco Salon and Spa
Meticulous design at Anthony DeFranco Salon and Spa creates visually zoned areas dedicated to specific functions, while the sumptuous design provides a feast for the eyes, helping the salon capture First Runner-Up in the 2019 Salons of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
2019 Salons of the Year: LaBelle Nail Bar
LaBelle Nail Bar Owner Oanh Le calls on salon designer Michele Pelafas to create a glamorous yet comfortable, feminine sanctuary in Ardmore, Pennsylvania. The resulting design captures the title of Nail Salon of the Year in the 2019 Salons of the Year competition.
by Stacey Soble
2019 Salons of the Year: 1922 Men's Grooming Salon
From the walls to the chairs to the retail shelves, Tim Timmons creates the perfect rustic feel for his 1922 Men's Grooming Salon--capturing the title Men's Grooming Salon in the 2019 Salons of the Year competition.
by Stacey Soble
2019 Salons of the Year: Penzone Salon + Spa Dublin
A commitment to holistic beauty led Debra and Charles Penzone in the design of their newest location, which includes a juice bar, a social room, a color bar and a beauty bar. Take a tour of the salon and spa that clinched Grand Prize in this year's Salons of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2019: The Ultimate Before and After
After jumping through hurdles with their town's historic commission, then tackling a 27-month renovation, the Emma Justine Hair Lounge and Spa team transform a crumbling building into a gorgeous new salon space. Follow their courageous transformation.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2019: Emma Justine Hair Lounge and Spa
Emma Justine Hair Lounge and Spa in Middletown, Kentucky, takes on a huge renovation creating a modern, chic space that captures hearts and a Salon of Distinction award with the Salons of the Year 2019.
by Stacey Soble
Sping is Here, and These Salons are Blooming with Color
For the first time in years, color is boldly brightening salon design as evidenced by SALON TODAY's 2019 Salons of the Year. Take a colorful tour of these salon interiors.
by Stacey Soble
PENZONE Salon + Spa Claims the 2019 Salon of the Year
The 2019 landmark salon design competition names 21 honorees, including the Grand-Prize Winner, Men's Grooming Salon of the Year and Nail Salon of the Year. See which salons captured top honors.
by Stacey Soble
From the Outside In--A Tour of Exteriors from Salons of the Year 2019
We couldn't resist putting together a slideshow of exteriors from this year's Salons of the Year finalists--it's the first look at this year's finalists in the design competition of the year.
by Stacey Soble
6 Ways to Develop a Million Dollar Mindset
According to Ronit Enos, business strategist and performance coach, when you have clarity and a healthy mindset, you can accomplish anything. Read more.
by Anne Moratto
Announcing the 2019 Salons of the Year
The first few rounds of judging for the 2019 Salons of the Year are complete and it's time to meet the 21 Salons of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Understanding Your Staffing Needs for Continued Growth
As the owners of Gordon Salon with four locations around Highland Park, IL, Pamela and Anthony Gordon implemented strategies that put the right people on the right bus in the right seats. Learn more of their strategies.
by Stacey Soble
How to Refocus on Retail and Give it a Boost!
Retail got a boost last year at DV8 The Salon in Grapevine, Texas. Owners Lisa Justiss, Candice Hammit and Kirbi James introduced a version of William Edge’s Retail Edge system that resulted in a total culture change that refocused the salon’s staff on retail.
by Stacey Soble
Elevate Your Guest Experience by Offering Additional Services
At Bliss Hair Studio in Shorewood, Illinois, guest retention is a huge factor in salon growth. Learn how they are getting their stylists and front desk members on board when offering clients additional services.
by Stacey Soble
How to be Part of the 100K Club
Learn about Bella Style Salon's challenging yet attainable bonus opportunity for service providers.
by Stacey Soble