Comments from Clients

Comments from some of our wonderful clients: Linda Hartman Robinson the little salon on central: The Little Salon is a quiet and nurturing oasis from the business of daily life! I look forward to my monthly appointment!!

Judy Coleman

This has been My little Salon for over 2 years. I love the Professionalism, also that they are current on the Latest Techinques, they all remain dedicated to doing above and beyond. I personally like change and they can give it to me. If you are one that likes to remain comfortable with what you have-- they really listen. If it is suggestions you are looking for they offer what is best suited for you. It has been a Warm and Friendly Service from day one and continues to remain that way today! I have been approached on numerous occassions, complimented on all regarding the color and style of my hair. I may change my hair style and color but I will not change My Little Salon!
JC

Rosemary Rising Holiday Walk

It has been said that the Rosemary Rising Holiday Walk is the official kick off to the holiday season in Sarasota. This year should prove that statement correct. It will be bigger and better than ever.

This year .........

the little salon is hosting a night of photography.....professional photography, complimentary hair and make up, makes a great holiday gift for loved ones......photo studios will be at 421 Central and at Church Walls Studio on the corner of Central and 5th Street.... for more information call the little salon 955.4691 check our facebook fan page for updates

Long layers at the little salon!

Alessandra Ambrosio's Modern Shag

Even the gorgeous Victoria Secret Angels get that blah feeling about their hair every now and again. So when supermodelAlessandra Ambrosio was tired of her old look, she turned to hair stylist Louis Angelo, who works out of Garren in NYC, to shake things up. The result—a rock star shag with a killer fringe that’s perfect for Alessandra’s busy schedule as a Victoria’s Secret Angel and mother. This style requires minimal work and delivers maximum style.

This may have been created in a NY salon, but the little salon is the place in the Tampa Bay area to turn to for a great look like this.

British Bad Boys

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Botticelli 1975

This is a cut that I did in 1975. It was a Sassoon classic called the Botticelli. The crown was actually cut so short that it looked like a cap. Go to our Facebook page and post a vintage style of yourself and you might win a free gloss.

A little repair work for Liz

Liz had an asymmetrical cut in mind, but before she came to the salon she thought she would give it a try on her own. It's an interesting way to show a stylist how you would like to have your hair cut. I don't think that was Liz's intent, but in an odd sort of way it worked. I could see exactly what she had in mind, it just needed the hand of a professional to refine it.

Congratulations to Brian!

Brian was voted best hair stylist-slash-dj in Creative Loafing Best of the Suncoast 2009. Click on the link below and read the full article in Creative Loafing.

http://blogs.creativeloafing.com/the941/2009/10/19/best-hairstylist-slash

Fall Special

Fall is here, now our hair has a chance to "heal" from the intense summer sun. Morrocanoil is the treatment for the cure. Moroccanoil has the unique quality of instantly absorbing into the hair, creating an instant shine and long lasting conditioning without leaving residue. Through October 31, when you buy a regular 3.4oz size and you will get a .850z. travel size for free.

Photo by Harlan Schmidt

This photo was taken at one of our Rosemary events, by Harlan Schmidt. The cut was done by Melvyn and the color by Kristin. A big thanks to our model, Cyndi!!

Melvyn Ainger

This is Melvyn Ainger. Melvyn is the former Creative Director of Vidal Sassoon in the UK and most recently Miami. He has been working with the the little salon for the past 4 years training staff and taking clients on a monthly basis. Melvyn has recently moved to NY, but will continue his regular schedule at the little salon on the last Sunday and Monday of each month. Melvyn can be contacted directly on Facebook. To make an appointment with Melvyn at the little salon call 941.955.4691.

A Rainy Summer Day in Rosemary

It's a rainy day in Rosemary and we are loving it. I just got back in the salon from the Olive Oil Company and they are busy, busy. The salon is pretty busy for a Wednesday in August, with just enough down time to get a tea and post to the blog. Brian is at the OOCo. having lunch with friends, something he can't do so easily during the months from October through June. Kristin is taking some time off to be with her family, unfortunately her father is very ill and Alia is cleaning and getting to some chores that slip by in season. Otherwise it is business as usual. After walking back to the salon from the Olive Oil Company, I passed Lourdes and waved as she was finishing up with someone's nails, gave a nod to Kelly at Everything But the Girl and waved to a few neighbors on the street, I am thinking this is truly the most happening, most hip, most genuine neighborhood in Sarasota. Kudos to all of our Rosemary neighbors!!

Polly's new do

This is Polly's new look.  She actually has very curly hair.  Now she has straight hair with bangs! Polly teaches Graphic Design at Ringling and creates all of the fun graphics in our ads (one of them can be seen on the wall behind her).  She is also and most importantly my sister.

Now that Polly has had so many compliments on her straight hair, we decided to make it straight permanently, well not in like forever, but for more than just a day.     

Here is a pic just before we gave her the Keratin Infusion Treatment.  The Infusion will keep the hair straight for a few shampooings and is only 25.00 per treatment.  

Muriel

Muriel decided that she wanted to be "very" blonde.  It took two sessions, but the color that Brian achieved was spectacular!  He applied a light base color and many, many fine highlights.  The sleekness of the cut really shows the special quality of this color.  I only wish that my photographic ability would have done the same.  

MEAGHAN MAUREEN EYEBROW SPECIALIST!!!

EVERY THURSDAY AT THE LITTLE SALON, MEAGHAN WILL BE OFFERING HER TALENTS AS EYEBROW SHAPING SPECIALIST AND MAKE UP ARTIST.  MEAGHAN HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN FILM AND MAGAZINE SESSION WORK DURING HER CAREER. 

 SHAPING AND TINTING 35.00

CALL TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT  955.4691

Laura

Another curly girl.  Laura has lots of wonderful curl.  The cut is slightly beveled in the back to give lift and fullness to the back.  We did put in some longer layers to help the curls  form and give the hair bounce.  We used the Deva Curl products from start to finish.

Chris Goes Curly

As with many clients, Chris didn't realize how much curl she really has.  With the proper cut, the proper products and the proper drying technique a person's curl can really emerge.  Chris new that the back of her hair had some curl, but didn't really know how much.  With a slightly different cut and the new Deva Curl products Chris has a whole new look.  After the cut we used Deva's Angell then diffused her hair and the result was.....lots and lots of curl. 

Tobey

This is Tobey, he is a Ringling Alum and  one of the most talented artists in Sarasota.  Tobey just had his hair cut by Brian and he looks terrific!  If any one saw Brian's film, Tobey was the artist who painted the giant painting of Brian when he was a little boy that was in the film.  

Judy

Both Kristin and I work on Judy's hair.  Kristin does the color and I do the cut.  We have been working on this look for some time.  I think this last cut and color really pulled it together.  The color needed to be in just right places for the type of cut we have been working towards.  Judy had her make up done just before we took this shot, by Meaghan Maureen.  Meaghan is a new feature at the little salon.  Every Thursday she is in the salon to offer eye brow shaping and make up application.  Meaghan shapes brows with a tweezer, not wax, as to get a more defined line.  She is tops in her field!

A New Look for Vickie

Vickie was in the mood for a new look, so we gave her a fuller bang and a more defined Bob.  There is still a bit of layering to give the entire look more fullness.  I think this look with the heavy bang really brings out her eyes!

Photos from our March Rosemary Event

Shana and LaTrynna

Shana

Alia
The Rosemary Progressive Evening was a huge success.  We had lots of people just having a great time walking through the streets and visiting with one another.  It was like a huge block party with great music, compliments of our very own Brian J Boyd.  Melvyn did the finish work on his models under the stars, even though it was very windy!  Everything but the girl showed off their vintage clothing, Pure gave mini facial treatments, Lourdes was giving mini manicures and The Olive Oil Co. was full of happy folks.  Above are just a few pictures taken, check back and we will have a few more coming.

Winner of March Free Haircut

Victoria Ahlgren won the free cut for March.  LaTrynna and Brian had the honors.  Congratulations to Victoria.  Remember when you schedule your next appointment to drop you name and email in the jar!  You just may be the next winner.

Upcoming Event in the Rosemary District

A Progressive Night of Beauty, Fashion & Music in the Rosemary District

Saturday, March 28th

7-9 p.m. and beyond...

 

Visit the Rosemary District, along Central Avenue, on Saturday evening, March 28th, from 7-9 pm for A Progressive Night of Beauty, Fashion & Music, brought to you by: the little salon, Lourdes' Nail and Hair Salon, Pure Luxe, everything but the girl boutique and Sarasota Olive Oil Co. Each establishment will offer fresh looks for the spring in hair, beauty, and fashion, with a grand finale fashion show at 9 p.m.

 

Here's what's in store for the evening as you stroll along Central Avenue:

 

the little salon, an upscale, loft style salon, will showcase hair cuts and color for the upcoming season.  The work will be done by the little salon staff along with Melvyn Ainger. Melvyn is former Creative Director for Vidal Sassoon in London and Miami. He travels to the little salon from Miami on the last weekend of each month, to assist owner Renee Wunderli in training the staff, as well as, scheduling his own clients.  Food and drinks will be available for all that attend and a drawing for free service will take place at the end of the evening. Witness make-overs that Renee, Melvyn and the little salon staff will create and debut in the 9:00 fashion show. the little salon is located at 426 Central Avenue.

 

Lourdes' Nail and Hair Salon is featuring their new Almond Manicure, demonstrated "under the stars" at our manicure table in front of the salon. This new Rosemary salon will be introducing Josh Zimmer - Mei Zen Facial Acupunture.  Josh will be discussing the benefits of Mei Zen facial acupuncture, as well as demonstrating some of the procedures involved. Additionally, meet Ivano Bobbera - Massage Therapist.  Ivano will be discussing Swedish, Thai and Therapeutic Massage as well as demonstrating some of the procedures involved. Lourdes will be donating 10% of the proceeds for all packages sold the night of the event to the Mental Health Community Center of Sarasota.

Lourdes' Nail and Hair Studio is located at 436 Central Avenue.

 

PURE Luxe Lounge.Home.Spa.Beauty spoils you with pure, simple, luxe and organic offerings for you, your home, your skin and your soul, all under one hip, urban space. During this progressive event,PURE Luxe will be displaying what they do best: pampering ministrations of PURE luxe facials, and addressing the body with organic, luxury wear for sleeping, dreaming, traveling, lunching, lounging, laughing, and looking beautiful. PURE Luxe is located at 513 Central Avenue. 

everything but the girl, a unique boutique & gallery, allows their customers to truly "shop local" by featuring wonderful items by Sarasota artists and designers. For this event,everything but the girl will welcome  author Theresa Rose, as she signs her first book, Opening the Kimono: A Woman's Intimate Journey Through Life's Biggest Challenges (the recipient of the 2008 Royal Palm Literary Award from the Florida Writers Association.) Shop "EBTG" for unique art and design and the best Vintage Collection in town. everything but the girl is located at 430 Central Avenue.

 

The finale of the evening will be a fashion show featuring all four of these businesses.

 

Sarasota Olive Oil Co. will host our "after-party". Head to this yummy cafe'/coffeehouse/gourmet food market for drinks, eats and music as we near the 9 o'clock hour. Sarasota Olive Oil Co. is located at 500 Central Avenue.

Music and special visual effects by local DJ/hair stylist, Brian J Boyd will be on the corner of 5th and Central for all to absorb.

 

The Rosemary District is located just north of Fruitville Road, downtown Sarasota. This event takes place along the 400 and 500 blocks of Central Avenue.

 

For more information on the event, contact Renee Wunderli of the little salon @ 941.955.4691. For press information, contact Laura Gale of everything but the girl @ 941.954.8800

 

Mary Jane with Curls

Mary Jane's photo has been posted previously, only with straight hair.  This visit she decided that she would like to wear her hair in a more casual style.  She new she had some curl, but she didn't know that she had this much!  I often find that a client will know that they have some curl, but they really haven't had it cut to encourage the curl, nor have they been styling it to make the best of the curl.  Mary Jane was surprised to see how curly her hair really is.  The curly hair in most cases is much more youthful.  We used the Deva Curl products and dryed it with a diffuser.

Karen

Karen has very curly hair, but she prefers to wear it straight.  The cut is very short on the nape of her neck and longer on top so it can be straighten out easily with the flat iron.  We use Slick, by Osis to keep the hair straight and smooth while it is being blown dry.  The Slick also aids in straightening and protection the hair while we use the flat iron.  What a great smile! 

Some very lovely ladies

Margaret, Elaine, Shirley and Jeannie all have "wash and wear" hair.  Both Jeannie and Shirley have body waves to give the hair support.  All four ladies have cuts every 6 weeks to maintain the shape and in between they wash and style their own hair.

Carrie's New Cut

Carrie's cut keeps evolving.  This time Brian cut the crown a bit shorter and left the sides heavier.  More layering in the cut gives is a completely different look.  Even though Carrie almost always blows her hair dry, it really looks great when it is left to air dry, could be the best of both worlds.  Kristin adds highlights and lowlights to Carrie's naturally blonde locks.  This really is a great style for Carrie, the short tousled cut suites her friendly, cheerful personality. 

Melody

This is Melody, Melvyn's last client on Friday of last week.  This may look like a classic Bob in the picture, but when Melody moves her head one can see that there is an amazing amount of texture in this cut.  The basic shape and interior was cut like a classic Bob.  After the cut was blown dry and ironed, Melvyn began his magic with the sculpting and texturizing that gives one of  his cuts his personal signature.  Melody's hair is actually curly, so she can wear this cut natural with the curl or blow it straight without the curl.

Blue Velvet

Blue hair may not be for everyone, but this young woman looks stunning with blue hair.  Of course it helps that she is stunning in what ever color hair she might choose.  This was the work of Kristin and the cut was done by Brian.

More Lingerie Miami

This is Fifi Chachanil, French lingerie designer back stage before the show.  We used a retro look for Fifi's models, classic twist with two large curls flat to the head and a feather. 

 To see a slide show of the event go to www.lingeriemiami.org/

Lingerie Miami

Last week end we were invited to be part of a team of hairstylists to prepare the models for the Lingerie Miami fashion show, which is part of Fashion Week in Miami.  It was great fun even though a bit stressful at times.  There were three lingerie designers, Agent Provocateur from the UK and two French designers, Fifi Chachanil and Carine Gilson.  The above photos were taken back stage.

From Blonde to Mahogany

Brian took Amanda from blonde to mahogany in a few short hours. There are a few steps to insure that the color will have a deep natural tone, as well as, lasting through shampooings and exposure to the elements.

Amanda's hair is not only a beautiful color for her skin tone, it looks far healthier than the blonde.

Chloe

Chloe already had short hair, but the cut needed a shape that was more suited to her type of hair, and facial features.  Her hair is very straight, with the added challenge of many cowlicks at the neckline and crown area.  Chole's bang area is heavy with a strong forward growth pattern, so I gave her an asymmetrical bang so as not to have alot of hair on her face.  The back is contoured to the shape of her head. With the way this cut frames her face it brings out her eyes and facial structure.  We talked about letting the side grow longer, so this maybe a cut in progress.  The cut accentuates her very pretty face.  

Martina before and after

Martina has come all the way from Vienna to have her hair cut.......actually Martina is a friend visiting and while she was here I gave her a quick make over on her hair before she and her husband took off for Costa Rica.   Martina's hair is fine and needs layers to give it more volume.  Unfortunately we didn't have time to add a few highlights, which also gives fine hair more body.  Her new look is very youthful and will be extremely easy to manage.  For this look I did use a flatiron to smooth out areas that wanted to curl.  This cut can also be dried naturally to give it a much more casual look.  

Mary Lou

Mary Lou has long dark thick hair.  We layer Mary Lou's hair to give it movement and volume.  The layers are shorter at the crown and blend to the longest length just below her shoulders.  That works well for someone like Mary Lou because of the volume of her hair.  If the hair is somewhat thin, bringing the length up above the should is recommended.  Thin hair left beyond the shoulders only separates and does not look it's best.  Even though Mary Lou's hair is slightly curly, she has a Keratin Protein relaxer on it to keep the hair smooth and easy to manage in the Florida humidity.  Mary Lou is a volunteer Director at Save Our Seabirds on Longboat Key (formerly The Pelican Man Sanctuary).  SOS is located at 1708 Ken Thompson Parkway between St. Armands and Longboat Key.  To read more about SOS visit their website at www.saveourseabirds.org.