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Fall/Winter Hair Trends 2026–2027: Rich Color, Soft Texture & a Little Edge

Vivid color specialist Amanda Epstein shares 7 fall and winter hair trends for 2026–2027, from whisper fringe to moody vivids and the ’90s bob.

Beauty Pro Burnout: Signs, Causes and How to Recover

Feeling drained behind the chair? Learn the signs of beauty pro burnout, what causes it, and six ways independent pros can recover and thrive.

Creating a Premium Client Experience

Barber and longtime Sola Pro Steven Wren shares what makes a client experience truly premium. It goes beyond the service itself. He focuses on respecting clients’ time, creating a suite that feels like home, and building trust through consistency. Steven also reflects on the client who changed how he sees his work and why serving people matters as much as the cut.

How Much Money Can an Independent Hairstylist Really Make?

A 30-year stylist breaks down what independent hairstylists really earn, with real income ranges, a sample budget, and tips to grow your take-home pay.

Salon Planning Guide for 2027: Content, Promos & Goals

Use your slower weeks to plan 2027. A working stylist shares how to map out your year, review your numbers, and plan content a month in advance.

2027 Salon Suite Design Trends: What I Changed in My Own Suite

Discover 2027 salon suite design trends: warm neutrals, wood tones, moody color-drenching, organic shapes, and collected decor that your clients will feel.

What If You Believed in Yourself? A Sola Pro’s Story

After 25+ years behind the chair, a Sola leader shares what going independent taught about keeping clients and believing in yourself.

Halloween Marketing Ideas for Beauty Pros: 9 Easy Ways to Fill Your Books This October

Here are 9 simple, low-cost ideas to attract clients, boost your social, and make your suite the go-to spot for spooky season.

Why I Chose Independence: A Barber’s Journey from Booth Rent to Salon Suite

Barber Steven Wren never planned to go independent. Then he learned a Sola suite cost the same as his booth rent. Here’s how it changed his career.