From the vintage glam 'Pimps & Pinups' hair salon in NYC to Salon Moxie showcasing art exhibits while giving haircuts, these salons are definitely on the cutting edge of hairstyling.
Whether they draw you in with neat architecture, funny gimmicks or out-there styling techniques, these trendy hair salons are sure to liven up your hairdo (and your life).
Implications - Today's consumer is not just looking for a service, they're looking for a holistic experience that is enjoyable, exciting and of high quality. Thus, restaurants, hotels and hair salons are adding an unconventional twist to their venues, adding a unique selling point to what their offering that is unparalleled by their predecessors.
14 Cutting Edge Hair Salons
From Retro Glam Themed Parlors to Spaceship Haircutting:
Shelby Lee Walsh — Jul 6, 2010 — Art & Design
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Retro Hollywood Salons
Vintage Glam 'Pimps & Pinups' Hair Salon in NYC
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Polka-Dotted Ceilings
The 'Final Departure Lounge' by SPACE Architects Combines Work and Play
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Hipster Salons
The Parlour Salon ‘The Sound of My Hair' One Year Anniversary Event
10
Emergency Room Hair Salon
Hospital Beds, Nurses and DJs at Notaufnahme
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Breakfast Club Salons
London's Percy & Reed Offers A Blow Dry and Breakfast
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Grey-Scale Parlor Photography
Mamuka Kikalishvili Combines Elegance and Sensuality
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Space Age Hair Salons
GHD Headquarters Let You Prep Your Locks For The Future
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3D Hairstyle Facades
The Hair Couture Salon Exterior Design by X Architekten
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Spaceship Beauty Parlors
The Vasken Demirjian Salon Gives Your Hair Some Stellar Style
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Hair Salons as Art Galleries
Salon Moxie Showcases Art Exhibits
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Anpanman Hair Salon
Animated Character Hair Salon Concept
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Drugstore Mini-Salons
CVS Beauty 360 Store
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Quirkily Stacked Architecture
The Trippy '3 Dan Box' by Capd
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Claire's x Sliving Brings Paris Hilton's Style to a New Generation
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Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
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Monos Unveils a Multisensory Toronto Store
Stylish City-Inspired Collections
Paris and New York Inspired Dior's 2024 Collection
Toronto Wellness Boutiques
Trove Wellbeing Offers Wellness Services in Toronto
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Elevated Modern Steakhouses
Il Premio Offers a Dining Experience Inspired by Italian Luxury
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Chic Ballroom Interiors
The Ballroom Bowl Has Made Its Mark in Toronto's Entertainment Landscape
Beautified Community Spaces
Sephora Canada's Beauty at The Bentway Revitalizes Outdoor Space
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Hair Care Retail Expansions
Function of Beauty Opens a Storefront With Amazon
Peptide-Infused Haircare
V&Co. Beauty Makes Affordable, Clean Targeted Shampoos & Conditioners
Immersive Lifestyle Stores
Gelato Pique Has Inaugurated Its Standalone Store in South Korea
Celeb-Approved Pet Grooming Lines
Paris Hilton's Pet Grooming Line Marries Pet Care and Glamour
Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels
Necchi Architecture Designs the Hôtel Château d'Eau
Gilded Retail Exhibitions
Schiaparelli Debuts 'Through the Keyhole' Pop-Up in Shanghai
Edgy Futuristic Activations
The Oakley Exoplanetary Bunker in Paris is Otherworldly
Blonding Techniques-Focused Virtual Events
Cosmo Prof is Hosting Its Iconic Blonde Virtual Event
Pizza-Themed Spas
Channel 4 and Domino's Pizza Dreamed Up a World-First Spa Experience
Open-Air Medi-Spa Services
The Scene Medical Beauty Bar Rides the Wave of the Beauty Market
Characterized Haircare Campaigns
NEXXUS Debuts 'The Style Swap' Campaign Starring Lindsay Lohan
Offbeat Fashion Campaigns
ASOS 'Inspired By' Delivers Non-Traditional Inspiration to Style-Seekers
Mood-Boosting Haircare
Happy Hair People Combines Expert Haircare with Uplifting Fragrances
Vibrant Design Collections
Ali Beletic and Her Studio Launch the Neon Primitivism Series
Immersive Gondola Displays
ColourPop is Getting a New Immersive Makeover at ULTA
Wellness-Inclusive Boutique Hotels
The Bellyard Hotel in Atlanta Provides In-Room IV Therapy
Luxury Beauty Houses
Chanel Unveils First House of Beauty Destination in Paris
Pampering Beauty Flagships
The Charlotte Tilbury Flagship in Covent Garden Features a Skin Spa
Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations
The Frank Stella: Recent Sculpture Exhibition Opens in NY
Japanese Inn-Inspired Apartments
Intheory Design Creates an Apartment Inspired by Ryokan
Retro Japanese-Inspired Cafe Designs
Sarah Carpenter Creates the Postcard Bakery Design in NYC
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive Experience
Kid-Friendly Beauty Events
Beauty Explorer Day Sparks Kids' Interest in the Beauty Industry
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Express Beauty Festival Activations
Festival-Goers Can Experience imPRESS NO GLUE at Governors Bar
Expressive Haircare Campaigns
Dark & Lovely's Play in Color Celebrates Black Beauty & Creativity
LED-Infused Festival Fashion
Tinsel Arcade Offers Expressive Statement Clothing & Accessories
Inclusive Hair-Styling Campaigns
Dove's #MyHairAMiModo Campaign Supports Cultural Latina Hair
Store-Transformed Modern Apartments
Kelly Behun Transforms a Modern Apartment at The Whiteley
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Sophisticated Hospitality Establishments
The Revery Toronto Downtown Recently Opened Its Doors
Hair-Styling Hotel Amenities
Shark Beauty Partners with Hero Beach Club for a Limited Time
Specific Haircare Lines
Silverist Haircare Addresses Unique Needs
Riviera-Inspired Retail Experiences
Balmain Beach Club Brings France to Neiman Marcus Customers
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
Regionally Inspired Restaurant Designs
Pirajean Lees Designs the Kioku Restaurant in London
Enthralling Japanese Dining Experiences
Nobu Chicago Boasts Artistic Japanese Elegance
Experiential Lip Color Services
Lip Lab Toronto's Lipstick-Creation Experience is Customizable
Limited-Edition Nightclub Prints
Sonic Editions' Studio 54 Collection Contains Rare Photos
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Ultra-Multi-Functional Hair Styling Tools
Sally Beauty Debuts Ion Luxe Eight-In-One Airstyler Pro
Skincare-Inspired Haircare
Reverie Haircare is Elevating Your Routine with Skincare Principles
Regionally Inspired Retail Destinations
Japan & France Converge in the Kenzo Dubai Boutique Design
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Hair Brand Communities
Olaplex Pro Collective Was Introduced for Its 10th Anniversary
Affordable Free-From Haircare
DESIGNME Makes Salon-Quality Haircare More Accessible
Jewelry Boutique Redesigns
Tiffany & Co. Reimagines Luxury with a Redesigned Yorkdale Flagship
Iconic Toronto Flagship Restaurants
JOEY Unveils Grand Toronto Flagship with Artistic Vision
AI Hair Style Apps
TryHairStyles Allows Users Try a New Look Without the Risk
Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Quote Book by Velvet Bar Shares Drinks Based on Icons
Customization-Friendly Nail Art Products
The essie nail art studio Elevates DIY Nail Art
Black Women-Focused Haircare Pop-Ups
Gymshark Debuted the Twist N' Sets Pop-Up Salon in London
Parisian-Inspired High-End Fashion Boutiques
Jacquemus Has Opened Its First U.s. Boutique
AR Hair Color Billboards
Redken is Sharing the Acidic Color Gloss Range on the US' Biggest Screen
Natural Hair Dry Bars
Pressed Roots is a Natural Hair Salon Specializes in Styling Textured Hair
Expression-Focused Haircare Lines
ZARA Launches Another Haircare Product with Guido Palau
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Comfort-Focused Wellness Experiences
Hotel X Toronto Now Offers Spa Services Inside Guest Rooms
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Refned Retail Boutiques
242 Mulberry in Soho Offers an An Eclectic Mix of Products
Nostalgic Hair Lighteners
Sun In's Spray-In Hair Lighteners Have Been Revived for a New Generation
At-Home Manicure Accessories
Sally Hansen Introduces Salon Effects Nail Accents
Inclusive Eco Salons
Chatters’ New Location Actively Diverts Salon-Generated Beauty Waste
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
Sculptural Art-Detailed Store Designs
Halleroed Designs the Flagship Toteme Store in Mayfield
Racing Motif Pop-Ups
Mytheresa x Flamingo Estate Transform an Auto Shop for a Unique Experience
Local Craftsmanship-Filled Member's Club
The New Soho House São Paulo is Filled with Local Art
Vibrant Fashion Boutique Restorations
Gucci Renovated Its Boutique at 63 Wooster Street
Subtly Luxurious Jewelry Stores
Hollie Bowden Interiors Designs a Rachel Boston Flagship Store
Unique Culinary Experiences
Saratoga Supper Club Brings Exclusive Dining Events Across the U.S.
Bathing-Inspired Pop-Ups Bars
The #DoveDeluxeBar Shares Sensorial Cocktails & Mocktails
Artful Soft-Pink Dining Rooms
The Gallery at Sketch in London Boasts Subtle Vintage Touches
Gen Z Slang Translators
Great Clips' Student Slang Translators Prepare Parents for Back-to-School
Poeticized Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Club 21 Debuts its Cinematic 'Salute The Detail' Campaign
Luxury Brand Spa Takeovers
Dior Offers Exclusive Wellness Experience at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces
Chef's Hall Offers Multiple High Quality Restaurants Under One Roof
Hospitality-Focused Tattoo Services
The Standard Hotel Offers the Inked Out Package to Guests
1960s-Inspired Airport Hotels
The TWA Hotel in New York Captures the City's 60s Aesthetics
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The Aveda Vibe Collection is Arriving Ahead of Festival Season
Organically designed Salon Interiors
Mariam Barrio Designs Natural Themes for Curly Lab's Salon
Ammonia-Free Hair Colors
The Scruples Haircare Color Art Fresh Line Offers 100% Gray Coverage
Art-Focused Hair Salons
John Steinberg and Associates Recently Launched a New Gallery Space
Classic Parisian Bistro Designs
Claves Leads the Interiors at Le Cornichon Cafe in Paris
Luxurious Japanese-Inspired Lounges
The Aladdin Sane in Detroit Offers an Opulent Experience
Dual-Floor Cocktail Bars
New York's Sip & Guzzle Offers a Unique Environment on Each Floor
Renovated Maximalist Apartments
David/Nicolas Renovates the Casa di Fantasia in Milan
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Astrologically Inspired Hair Colors
eSalon's 2024 Hair Colorscope Was Made with an Astrologer
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Transparency-Focused Salon Experiences
Just Cuts Announces the Opening of Its First Canadian Salon
Hockey-Focused Influencer Campaigns
Great Clips Introduces the ‘Show Your Flow’ Campaign
Porcelain-Evoked Cafe Aesthetics
Cafe Ginori at Bergdorf Goodman is an Avant-Garde Experience
Modern Gray-Brick Restaurants
Nin Hao Incorporates Chinese Elements into its Interior Design
Luxurious Retail Boutiques
Salvatore Ferragamo Inaugurates Its Newly Redesigned Boutique
Legendary Stylist Salons
John Steinberg and Associates Opens a New Salon on Dundas West in Toronto
Transitional Dining Experiences
Miami's New Restaurant and Lounge Celebrates Jamaican Culture
Re-Opening Historic Nightclubs
London's Printworks Will Be Re-Opening as an Event Space
Mid-Century Modern Restaurants
Michael Hsu Office of Architecture Designs the Balboa Surf Club
Disruptive Hairstyling Campaigns
Bed Head's The Lab of Life Breaks the Fourth Wall
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
Vibrant Salon Capsules
Kinn Studio x Tenoverten Presents a Juicy Nail Polish Duo Set
Modern Deco Office Designs
Reflect Architecture Designs the NewGen Office with Contemporary Detail
Latin Quarter-Inspired Brasseries
B3 Designers Decorate the Brasserie des Pres in Paris
Fashion-Forward Hotel Transformations
SO/Paris Gets a New Design with Annual Lobby Activations
Pink Sushi Boxes
Dept. Sushi Serves Up Sushi in Chic, Vibrant Boxes
Artist Loft-Resembling Stores
Tutto Bene Took on a New Retail Design Project in Angel, London
Vibrant Playful Boutique Hotels
The YOWIE Hotel is Launched by Shannon Maldonado in Philadelphia
Educational Hair Stylist Collectives
Amika's Stylist Collective Features Five Experts
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
High-Performance Customized Haircare
eSalon Custom Hair Care Targets Multiple Goals in One Formula
Curated Vintage Decor Retailers
Vintage Beyond is Toronto's Newest Preloved Design Destination
Unconventional Foodie Magazines
Food& Magazine Explores the Weird and Wonderful World of Food
Elegant Interior Hotel Designs
Tonen Lead the Interior Design of the Hotel Bella Grande
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Retro-Tinged Montreal Restaurants
Ivy Studio Blends Vintage Details to Buvette Daphnée Restaurant
Transportive Cocktail Bars
Prequel & Co. Apothecary is an Immersive and Experimental Bar
High-Tech Center Renovation Projects
Two Studios Join Forces to Update the Centre Pompidou
Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots
Marine Serre 'Heartbeat' Campaign Was Lensed in Hair Salons and Cafes
Shanghai Marketing Office Refurbishments
Linehouse Renovates an Office for The Independents
Digitized Hair Consultations
Sally Beauty Debuts the Free Virtual Hair Coloring Consultations
Modernized Landmark Hotels
Kozmo Hotel Suites & Spa Captures the Unique Charms of Budapest
Salon-Honoring Joint Exhibitions
Signe Hytte Curates the Enter the Salon Exhibition in Copenhagen