Riding the Airwaves
As a young salon brand, Cutting Loose in University Park, Florida, powers its marketing efforts by trading a local television station complimentary services for regular appearances on its talk show.
by Stacey Soble
The Salon Sisters
Recently, I was honored to be invited to help celebrate a milestone birthday for Gayle Fulbright, owner of Headlines The Salon in Encinitas, California.
by Stacey Soble
Memo Exclusive: An Interview with Aveda's Global General Manager, Barbara De Laere
Next year, Aveda will celebrate forty years of putting earth first. The brand continues to strengthen its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability.
by Anne Moratto
Instagram Superstar @phildoeshair Calls on Hairdressers to Donate to Cancer Research
Hairdresser and beauty industry Instagram star Philip Ring talks about his cancer story and thanks the beauty industry for coming together to support him. As a proud member of the CosmoProf family—a family that is bringing the entire industry together to support City of Hope and its efforts to CURE cancer and other diseases—Ring calls on other hairdressers to donate and join the fight.
Data Stories: Gene Juarez Proves Membership has its Privileges
Examining frequency rates of spa guests leads Gene Juarez CEO Scott Missad and his management team to design a membership program that significantly boosts the operation's spa service sales.
by Stacey Soble
The 2017 Salons of Distinction
Meet the 16 salon spaces that captured honorable mention in our 2017 Salons of the Year competition as Salons of Distinction, then take a tour of each of their fabulous new spaces.
by Stacey Soble
Be an Escape Artist
Sometimes life gets so hectic we forget how important it is to take a break. A recent stay at a boutique hotel reminds Editor Stacey Soble to slow down and enjoy the journey--and she finds the escapist quality in many of this year's SALONS OF THE YEAR.
by Stacey Soble
BREAKING NEWS: Meet Ulta Beauty’s New Pro Team
This just in! Ulta Beauty just announced the formation of the Ulta Beauty Pro Team, an epic grouping of hairdressing talent with more than 100 years of combined experience. As this news breaks, MODERN is in Orlando with Ulta Beauty and team lead Nick Stenson, chief artistic director. See who’s on the team!
The Boulevard Hair Company Captures the 2017 Salon of the Year Grand Prize
SALON TODAY announces its 2017 Salons of the Year, with The Boulevard Salon Company in Webster Groves, Missouri, winning the Grand-Prize; Dasi Salon in Livingston, New Jersey capturing First Runner-Up; Bella Rinova Salon in Houston sliding into Second Runner-Up; and Champagne Nail Lounge in Los Angeles, earning the Third Runner-Up as well as our first NAILS Salon of the Year. Take a tour of these salons, as well as our 16 Salons of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: The Boulevard Hair Company
When creating their jaw-dropping Boulevard Hair Company in Webster Groves, Missouri, Abigail Culleton and Sierra VanMeter painstakingly preserves both features and memories from the building which was built in the 1920s at their community's gymnasium. Take a virtual tour of the Grand-Prize Winner of our 2017 Salons of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Dasi Salon
Gleaming white marble, gold finishes and touches of royal blue combine for a feeling of relatable luxury at Dasi Salon in Livingston, New Jersey. Take a tour of this 1st Runner Up in the 2017 Salons of the Year competition.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Bella Rinova Salon
Bella Rinova Salon has four exterior walls of windows, offering client's a birds-eye view of Houston while enjoying the lush accommodations, including a 1,800 square-foot terrace and a VIP styling room. Take a tour of this salon, which capture 2nd Runner-Up in our 2017 Salons of the Year.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Champagne Nail Lounge
The soothing tones and effervescent touches at Champagne Nail Lounge in Los Angeles help it capture Third Runner-Up in the 2017 Salons of the Year and the special designation of our first NAILS Salon of the Year. Take the virtual tour of this lovely space.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Zazu Salon
Table lamps, hand-crafted acrylic wall coverings and cozy leather chairs with gold custom bases help Zazu Salon in Chicago capture the feel of a high-end luxury hotel. Take a tour of this 2017 Salon of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Vanity Heights Salon
Vanity Heights Salon in Houston, Texas, oozes old Hollywood glamour with sepia-toned framed images of iconic celebrities, antique gold-foiled wallpaper and beautiful gold accents. Take a tour of this 2017 Salon of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Sine Qua Non Salon
Sine Qua Non Salon in Chicago is full of special touches, including a collection of vintage blowdryers;hand-designed, color-blocked stations, and an eclectic mix of wood, brick and pops of color. Take a tour of this 2017 Salons of Distinction.
Salons of the Year 2017: Ouidad Salon_FL by Chadwick and Igor
Pendant lights and South American plants replicate the pattern of naturally curly hair, setting the mood at Ouidad Salon_FL by Chadwick and Igor in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Take a tour of this Salon of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble