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Check out the June issue of SALON TODAY magazine for ideas on how to update your salon! Bangz Salon and Wellness Spa in Montclair, New Jersey, won grand prize in the 2010 Salons of the Year contest by creating a slick sanctuary of style that’s as far from side swept or wispy than the name might imply. The space is built to last. And with a $3 million price tag to restore a former Masonic Temple, Bangz spared no cost in making it special. Ann Higby at Twist was among 5 judges who helped select the top winner, as well as four runners up, for the magazine’s annual décor competition. The judging was based on six categories: use of color, lighting, flooring, efficient use of space, consistency of design and overall aesthetics. “The transformation of the winning space into a large-scale salon and spa is so comprehensive, while staying true to the original design aesthetic,” said Higby.  Along with preserving the historical value, the owners also used recyclable materials, low energy light bulbs, and video/security cameras to monitor wasted product use.  And while Bangz believes the biggest value of a guest’s experience is added by the staff and their friendliness, it doesn’t hurt to have a brilliantly designed salon to make the experience even nicer.

Here are 4 eye-catching trends that emerged from more than 100 applications and 1,000 salon images submitted to SALON TODAY :

Creative signage is a salon’s trademark
Soothing shampoo areas encourage clients to unwind
A white backdrop offers a clean, fresh feeling
The right accessory (a charming chandelier) provides just the right embellishment.

Now that you’re inspired, call us to help with a plan on getting started on important next steps, branding and marketing. To learn more about Ann Higby’s extensive background in helping to launch and reinvigorate all things beauty and lifestyle related, please see her profile at www.twiststl.com/about-us/leadership <http://www.twiststl.com/about-us/leadership> or contact her directly at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Stay tuned for our next blog where we’ll be reviewing products that local stylists are using hot on the heels of the fashion industry’s most innovative style stars. And be sure to connect with SALON TODAY and it’s sister publication MODERN SALON across multiple platforms: modernsalontv http://www.modernsalon.tv/, You Tube and mobile phone.