Quirky and boudoir-style - mollie sugden hairdressing

Mollie Sugden Hairdressing can’t fail to draw the eye. Set in London’s bustling Brick Lane, the quirky, homely salon is as impressive on the outside as it is inside and its main shutter – a grid of Mollie Sugden heads painted by a local graffiti artist in a pop art style – is particularly eye-catching. The design, the brainchild of owners Carla Meireles De Lemos and Lee Cook, sets the funky, trend-setting vibe of the salon that the lifelong best friends wanted to emulate. "We wanted a design that would feel at home in Brick Lane and somewhere that enabled us to show off our personalities and make for a fun work environment," explains Carla. The result is a boudoir, opulent look that is not too feminine or uninviting to male clients. Rich aubergine walls are complemented by a durable, grey slate tiled floor, and an old-fashioned, suede-effect, black chaise longue in the waiting area adds to the alternative, regal flavour. "I was really conscious of the fact that the design we were going for could end up looking tacky, but we’ve achieved what we were looking for," Carla adds. "The welcoming, homely feel in sumptuous surroundings makes for a fun and relaxing experience."More pictures>>

Fact File Name: Mollie Sugden Hairdressing Address: 240 Brick Lane, London Owners: Carla Meireles De Lemos and Lee Cook Staff: Six Styling stations:Four Budget: £40,000 Financing: Self Design: Opulent and slightly quirky style, designed by Carla Meireles De Lemos and Lee Cook Features: Pop art-style shutters, bespoke reception desk, chandeliers and chaise longue. Top Tips Planning is essential Buy locally and use people you trust Have a clear vision of what you want to achieve and stick to it Be prepared for everything to go wrong Whatever you expected it to cost, double it.

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