Since I became a mom, it's been hard to keep up my pre-kid routine of color, cut, and style. Hard, well actually near impossible. (Most moms can't even use the bathroom in peace, nevertheless make time for themselves!) Enter The Garden Salon, a longtime Durham institution of style. A favorite of many SoDu members and beyond, they can swoop in and rescue long unattended tresses, or just help keep your already excellent 'do looking the way it should.
Shea Davis Prospero, SDPP mom, bought The Garden Salon in 2006 and they've been turning heads ever since. Durham Magazine named it Best Salon in 2011, and it's easy to see why. The stylists have training from prestigious beauty institutions, including The Redken Exchange, The Paul Mitchell Academy, and more. But what's even more important is how their many years of experience really ensure that clients always get the results they desire. Only true experts can color correct, tailor a trendy cut to any face, fix frizz on a wedding day, and solve any number of other hair puzzles that can and do occur. I picked out some of the most impressive work that the amazing stylists have done for the blog below. Not everyone can take someone from deep brown to platinum blond, or give such lovely ombre highlights. They even turned washed out blue to radiant red locks! You can see many more of the transformations the stylists at The Garden Salon have achieved on their facebook page.
As they say, "it’s wall-to-wall girly, gorgeous and gracious once you pass through The Garden’s gates." The place is fabulous looking, and relaxes you as soon as you enter the door. The Garden Salon is also conveniently located, close to Duke University, Duke Hospital, and downtown Durham, and a hop, skip, and jump up 15-501 from all points SoDu. As Shea says, they "pride ourselves on excellent customer service, a relaxing and soothing environment, and a superior knowledge of the latest hair trends and products for all hair types." They are also a one stop shop, offering cuts for woman, men, and children along with other great services as well.
Don't just take my word for it! Check out some of the many 5 star reviews The Garden Salon has gotten over the years.
"Shea is pretty fabulous! Shea is committed to continuing education meaning she is always informed of the latest and greatest technology, styles and techniques. She is also adept at tailoring your style to your hair texture, skin tone and face shape. She has a passion for her craft and giving you the style you want while maintaining the integrity of your hair. If you want a stylist who will work WITH you to give you the best hair you've ever had, book with Shea! What's more, she works to give you the skills and home care regimen that allow you to have that, "just left the salon" look everyday!"
- Kat Mantz
"Shea is pretty fabulous! Shea is committed to continuing education meaning she is always informed of the latest and greatest technology, styles and techniques. She is also adept at tailoring your style to your hair texture, skin tone and face shape. She has a passion for her craft and giving you the style you want while maintaining the integrity of your hair. If you want a stylist who will work WITH you to give you the best hair you've ever had, book with Shea! What's more, she works to give you the skills and home care regimen that allow you to have that, "just left the salon" look everyday!"
- Kat Mantz
The Garden Salon staff with Duke Football head coach David Cutcliffe! (But don't worry we'll cut Tarheel and Wolfpack hair too!) "Kristen is my girl! She has been my hair stylist and colorist for four years. I came in with damaged, dry, poorly colored hair after a botched color job I had at home. In just months, she helped to get my hair back to it's original health and color. After that, I knew she was the real deal. Not only does Kristen cut my hair to absolute perfection, she is a color ARTIST. She highlights a particular way that roots do not grow out so severely. I honestly only have to get highlights a couple times a year. It doesn't hurt that she is also super awesome and I could talk to her about anything! I have also had my hair cut/colored with Erin and the owner Shae. Both are unreal stylists/colorists as well. The Garden Salon provides quality service and a fun, yet peaceful environment. Love it and never leaving!!!"
- Virginia McMahon
"Tova is sooooo amazing! Her skill is truly incredible and I have never had a bad cut or color by her hand. She is fun, funny, energetic, kind and a superb stylist! She has that sixth sense that a good stylist has and will work with you to come to the best style/color conclusion for you. You will NOT be disappointed!"
- Melissa Garrison-Staats
- Virginia McMahon
"Tova is sooooo amazing! Her skill is truly incredible and I have never had a bad cut or color by her hand. She is fun, funny, energetic, kind and a superb stylist! She has that sixth sense that a good stylist has and will work with you to come to the best style/color conclusion for you. You will NOT be disappointed!"
- Melissa Garrison-Staats
So are you ready to get the hair back that you used to have?
The kind that turns not only heads but your own frown around? After all a good hair day can do wonders and a visit to The Garden Salon for a calming afternoon and good conversation is your perfect path to it.
Then let's hear it for a SoDu discount!
Members only get $10 off services totaling $30 or more from select stylists.
To find out more information, just call the salon and mention the blog post.
So head over to gardensalon.com to make an appointment today!
The kind that turns not only heads but your own frown around? After all a good hair day can do wonders and a visit to The Garden Salon for a calming afternoon and good conversation is your perfect path to it.
Then let's hear it for a SoDu discount!
Members only get $10 off services totaling $30 or more from select stylists.
To find out more information, just call the salon and mention the blog post.
So head over to gardensalon.com to make an appointment today!
FTC required disclosure: In exchange for a blog post, I was given reduced rate services from the advertising sponsor (aka pardner). Some of the content, such as the images, are provided by the pardner for my use. I give permission for this blog post to be used in perpetuity by the pardner in their advertising. Silly rules, I know, but legally I gotta say em. Congrats for reading this boring stuff.
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