In The Know
2018 Salons of the Year: Posh Salon & Day Spa
This salon and spa in Kokomo, Indiana, brought the big-city trend of a manicure bar to its town. Posh's versatility earned it a spot as a 2018 Salon of Distinction.
2018 Salons of the Year: Nova Salon
Nova Salon's exteriors is consistent with Louisville's historic Crescent Hill neighborhood, and it's interior includes vaulted ceilings and a clean design. The cohesive design earned it a spot as a 2018 Salon of Distinction.
2018 Salons of the Year: Matii New York
This stunningly elegant salon in New York City made our list of 2018 Salons of Distinction, thanks to its brass lighting fixtures and its custom-cut brass-raised lettering, as well as many other details.
2018 Salons of the Year: Lavish Salon
We saw several salons remove the idea of a front desk in this year's submissions, and Lavish Salon in Friendswood, Texas, was on trend. It's moss-covered walls were also unique, and the salon earned a spot as a 2018 Salon of Distinction.
2018 Salons of the Year: Hannah London
Great salon design can happen at home or across the pond, and Hannah London salon in London, England, proved it designed a spot as a 2018 Salon of Distinction with its stunning throne-like pedicure chairs and swan-neck taps.
2018 Salons of the Year: Frank's Barbershop
We saw several submissions for barbershops this year, but Frank's Barbershop in Knoxville, Tennessee, stood out and earned itself a spot on our 2018 Salons of Distinctions list.
2018 Salons of the Year: Five Senses Spa, Salon & Barbershop
Each of our five senses were awakened with the beautiful design elements at this Peoria, Illinois, salon, so we made sure to give it a spot on our 2018 Salons of Distinctions list.
2018 Salons of the Year: Fashion Focus Academy
This academy in Sarasota, Florida, features backlit LED lighting and a barbershop accentuated with dark wood cabinets, all of which helped to earn it a spot on our 2018 Salons of Distinctions list.
2018 Salons of the Year: Citrus Salon
The natural light and solid cedar beams of this Martinez, California, salon felt fresh and inviting: the perfect combination for a spot on our 2018 Salons of Distinction list.
2018 Salons of the Year: Attitudes Paris/David Coiffure
This salon features midnight-blue Venetian plaster and white Italian-porcelain floors, both of which helped make it a must-include on our list of 2018 Salons of Distinction.
2018 Salons of the Year: Ariahouse Spa @ Razmataz
The unique foot-soak bar at Ariahouse Spa @ Razmataz in Georgetown, Texas, caught the eyes of our editors and helped earn it a spot on our 2018 Salons of Distinction list.
2018 Salons of the Year: Aalam The Salon
Lime green pops of color accent the sleek and serene white space of Aalam The Salon in Frisco, Texas, one of our 2018 Salons of Distinction. Take the tour.
Salon Professionals Honored at America's Beauty Show
Awards and honorary scholarships were given to salon owners and industry professionals at the Cosmetologists Chicago President's Reception.
Booksy Partners with Instagram to Integrate Salon Appointment Scheduling and Social Media
Integration of mobile scheduling software with social media platform allows for immediate, seamless appointment booking experience benefits clients and businesses.
HairColor New England Breaks Attendance Record
The event, held by Masello Salon Services, featured celebrity stylist Chris Appleton.
Sydell & Arnold Miller Family Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners
Aspiring beauty professionals are receiving a boost and vote of confidence with these inaugural scholarship gifts.
Sponsored by Wella Professionals, Illinois Salons Come Together to Promote Brain Cancer Awareness
Jeffrey LaMorte and Vance Theodore invited their staff, friends, and family to view the talents of Wella Top Artist Dana Lyseng and Sebastian International Artist Anthony Cole, onstage, demonstrating color, cut, and style techniques during a live runway show. And all the money raised went to charity, BrainUp.
by Anne Moratto