2019 Salons of the Year: Trend Watch
Draw inspiration from some of our favorite design themes.
by Mary Kaleta
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
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
The Future of the Beauty Industry Requires Evolution
Our most thought-provoking blogger--Eurisko's Dr. Leon Alexander--is back with an argument that an evolutionary leap in beauty is causing us to rethink our current salon model, and evolve to a more dynamic, adaptive world.
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
Chicago's Charles Ifergan Builds Legacy Salon, Passes Leadership to New Generation
With three locations in Chicago, the Charles Ifergan Salon looks ahead at a transition of leadership as the founder turns over the reins of the company to the next generation--his children Olivia and Philippe.
Women in Leadership: Sheila Zaricor-Wilson
As Intercoiffure prepares for its Spring Atelier, its president elect prepares to take charge. With our Women in Leadership series, we connect with Sheila Zaricor-Wilson, who shares her history, her thoughts and her goals for her tenure.
Women in Leadership: Karen Gordon
As Cosmetologists Chicago prepares for America's Beauty Show in late March, our Women in Leadership series talks with the newest president of the association, Karen Gordon. In a candid interview, she shares her history, her thoughts and her goals for her tenure ahead.
Stylist Jamie Cress Shares Her Strategies for Driving Retail Sales
More than 50 percent of Jamie Cress's guests consistently purchase retail. In reviewing her retailing strategies, Cress shared an interesting tip for getting guests to share what they use at home, then she helps them edit their collection and supplement it.
by Stacey Soble
STYLIST SPOTLIGHT: Erica Keelen's Hair Love
Erica Keelen doesn't do things by halves. This artist, lady boss, and competition coach is building on the traditional salon model with passion and drive. Here's a peek at her journey.
by Anne Moratto
Salons of the Year: Deadline Extended to February 15!
SALON TODAY's Salons of the Year is a photo-based interior design competition where we encourage salons to submit the best images possible of their new spaces. Here are some tips!
by Stacey Soble
Salon Success Story: Improving Systems, Morale and Hiring with Coaching
In the midst of buying out her partner and becoming sole owner, this salon owner had seven employees walk out. She knew where she wanted to go with her business, but not how to get there, so she tapped into a coaching system,
by Anne Moratto
This Girl is on Fire: A Day in the Life of Odete Da Silva
After 25 years as a stylist, Odete Da Silva keeps herself competition-ready. Get a glimpse of a day in her life.
Tonya Jones Grows Her Business Through Community Grassroots Efforts
Tonya Jones expands her salon brand through involvement in community boards and by educating her stylists on the importance of local networking.