Sam Brocato Salon Supports Socks'n Undies Sunday!

This holiday season, join Sam Brocato Salon in supporting a great cause. Socks'n Undies Sunday is an organization that collects undergarments (which are often forgotten about) to children and adults in need. To show our support, Sam Brocato Salon will donate one travel size product to Socks'n Undies Sunday for every piece of clothing brought in.

Beauty Blogging Junkie loves Sam Brocato Salon

Experts like Amber, the Beauty Blogging Junkie, agree that the Brocato Oscillating Flat Ironsold exclusively at Sam Brocato Salon, is the hottest new tool for hair. Come in for a haircut or blowout to see how amazing our new iron is. You can find Ambers full list of favorite beauty products at BeautyBloggingJunkie.com.

Vivienne the Great

History's most powerful women usually conquered nations with a voracious appetite for power, but stories of Catherine the Great and Cleopatra say little of a great leader's innovation and creativity.  Their stories are exciting, but not inspirational.  For a tale of true genius we look to our own stylist-in residence, Vivienne Mackinder!  

Vivienne's talent nurtured a hairdressing empire--four times winning the North American Hairdres

sing Award, publishing several books and winning editor's choice three times.  By her mid-twenties she was already artistic director for Vidal Sassoon, later becoming artistic director for Trevor Sorbie (the only hairdresser to be knighted by the queen of england).  Her charm, kindness and beauty melt hearts wherever she goes.  Today she manages a brilliant educational program, Roots & Wings, of which our very own Matt Fugate is a product.  Her list of accomplishments goes on, especially since she's still a huge innovator in the world of hair.  

She was in yesterday and we are SO lucky to have her.  We love you Vivienne, and can't wait to see you next time!

Make it work, designers!

So normally we are not ones to brag about who enters our doors.  Seriously, if you're trying to avoid someone your secret 1:30 cut and style with Lisa is safe with us.  But we're going to do something uncharacteristic here and announce a visitor we were incredibly proud to host.

Last monday, September 14th, the Sam Brocato Salon emerged from its chrysalis with a new, if temporary, identity.  That night, we hosted Gordana "Goga" Gehlhausen's spring 2010 runway show!  

If that name doesn't ring a bell (we'll forgive you for being out of the loop, here) she is the fabulous Yugoslavian designer on the current season of Project Runway!  While her specialty is designer gowns, she sent a sweet and beautifully feminine collection down our provisional runway.  Getting the salon ready for a private party and RUNWAY show made us feel some of the same stress the designers feel on the show, except we didn't have Tim Gunn to cheer us on.  Still, the party turned out to be a complete success (if we may say so ourselves) and the wine and hors d'oeuvres just put the icing on the cake.  Many of her castmates came to support her and it was great to meet all of them.  

Don't worry, if you missed it we're already planning our Spring Project Runway event!

The sun may be shining a little brighter these days...

This just in...hot off the press!  We can all stop holding our breath.

August 8th, Marisa Moon and her husband Nick Antiaris proudly welcomed their son, August Moon, into the world. And yes, his birth month may have played a role in his name...

The healthy boy weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces. Possibly the only people happier than we are right now are the parents themselves. 

Congratulations to Marisa and Nick!!! 

HAPPY HOUR HAIR!

Insider info...

This post is for those who like things that are free:

Holly, Sam's wife and co-owner of the salon, is prone to giving away lots of free products while talking to clients at the front desk. Next time you see her, make sure to start a conversation and it's almost guaranteed that you'll walk away with some free product.

Food for thought...

The stork is on its way...

We are happy to say a temporary goodbye to our colorist, Marisa, because the baby is on his way!  Though Marisa is officially on maternity leave until November 1, 2009, there is no need to worry.  She has left you in the hands of her equally amazing colorist colleagues Wendy, Ann and Robyn.  Each will be in communication with Marisa about her clients so it'll be as if she never left and you can book with confidence!

So, congrats Marisa and Nick!  We can't wait to see the pictures... 

Congrats to our Blow-Out Contest Winner!

Congratulations to Janice Marshall for winning our Pre-Book Blow-Out contest!  By pre-booking 2 appointments Janice was entered into the raffle for each visit.  She is now able to enjoy 2 complimentary blow-outs a week for an entire year!  

You too can be as lucky as Janice if you pre-book 2 appointments during your next visit.  For our next contest we'll be offering complimentary manicures for a year.

Congrats again Janice!  You deserve it!

Sam Brocato Salon Fourth of July Offer

Welcome to our blog!

Welcome Sam Brocato Salon fans to our brand-new blog! Visit the blog for specials, salon news, and our general thoughts about hair. Don't forget to check out our new website at www.sambrocatosalon.com where you can learn a little more about the salon and our team of amazing hair stylists and colorists. You can also book appointments online 24/7 without a wait!