They host children’s birthday parties as well. As a result, June and December are the salon’s busiest months. The atmosphere is fun and relaxing and we love pampering the bride,” she said. The gals come in for airbrush tanning, updos, and make-up. “We host a lot of bridal and prom parties at the salon. The salon also offers a wide range of services.

Stylists at 4 th & Brooklyn have the training to make sure that their clients can get exactly the cut and color that they want, including ombres and balayage, the looks that you’ll find repined on Pinterest and scattered throughout fashion magazines.īridal Parties, Prom Up-Dos & Ringlets for Princesses There are not a lot of hair rules right now, and that can be fun,” she said. We love tasseled bobs, and some of the 80s looks that are returning. Megan loves the new hair styles that are emerging. We love to keep up to date on trends and techniques,” she said. “Every show is different, but my theory on hair shows is if I get one thing out of it, then it is worth it. For example, they like to attend the big hair shows in Seattle, or they’ll sign up to take a cruise that offers training as well. Megan encourages stylists at the salon to pursue continuing education to keep up with trends and styles. “I’m always looking for new talent,” she said.Ĭontinuing Education means Cutting-Edge Style The salon is thriving and Megan is currently interviewing for new stylists. “Heather and I have worked together for 18 years. The stylists at the salon are all sole-proprietors and lease their stations, but they have become like family as well. Megan’s husband is a local contractor and assists in any remodeling work needed, and Megan’s 16-year-old daughter assists with office work during summer break. Her sister, Katie, often helps out as well when she isn’t busy at her own massage therapy practice.

Her mom, Chris, works at the front desk and knows all the regulars by name. “I always wanted it to be a family business,” she said. She also achieved her dream of creating a business that would include her family members. “Making people look and feel good is our motto, so great lighting is important,” said Megan. Megan chose the location for three reasons: the convenient Westside location, tons of parking spaces, and fabulous lighting. Ask any of the regular clients and this is exactly how they’ll tell you to find it. It is located behind the Outback Steakhouse, between Black Lake Boulevard and Capitol Mall Drive. Great Location, Plenty of Parking and Flattering Lightingįour years ago she opened the 4 th and Brooklyn Studio. Now, she has been cutting hair for 23 years, and loves it as much as ever. She knew she wanted to be a stylist and her dream hasn’t wavered once. Her salon is a dream come true, and something that she spent a lot of time imagining.Īt age 16, she enrolled in beauty school, and hasn’t looked back. She created an open space, filled with beautiful art, furniture and flowers to facilitate this spacious and comfortable feel. “I want my salon to feel like a cozy and luxurious living room and a place where you can show up an hour early and just sit, drink tea, and read magazines,” said Megan Smith, owner of the 4 th and Brooklyn Studio. There is the usual quiet murmur that you hear in salons clients talking to stylists, clients talking to clients a bunch of women happy to spend their morning or afternoon together.

Step into the salon, grab a cup of tea or coffee and sit down on the comfy sofa and stay a while. 4th and Brooklyn – A Luxurious Atmosphere With Cutting Edge Style

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