Salon: The Doves Land in Santa Monica

Doves Color Wall

A super-stylish hair salon recently landed in Santa Monica, flying all the way in from Great Britain and bringing with it two of the world’s most talented hairdressers, known as The Doves. The duo, Christopher Dove and Sonya Dove Legendre, are a dynamic pair whose work over their 27-year partnership (first as a married couple, now as long-time friends and collaborators – so very civilized!) has won them worldwide accolades.

The Doves: Christopher Dove and Sonya Dove Legendre.The Doves: Christopher Dove and Sonya Dove Legendre.

Together, the Doves serve as the Creative Directors for Wella Professionals USA, with their innovative and trend-setting hair designs wowing crowds at both U. S. and international hair shows. They are so well-respected within the industry that they have been awarded the Master Hairstylists of the Year by the North American Hairstylist Association and the Most Inspiring Hair Colorists accolade by Hair Color USA; and the duo is much in demand for hair and fashion layouts in top magazines.
Reception area at The Doves Salon in Santa Monica.Reception area at The Doves Salon in Santa Monica.
But more importantly, both Christopher and Sonya really know how to make their clients feel fabulous – and it isn’t just those sexy British accents that do it. With a keen eye to what an individual wants, both stylists understand how to create a personal relationship, one that delves into lifestyle, psyche, and basic hair care, in order to create a look that is totally in keeping with that individual’s wants and needs. From long and lean to spiky and geometric, they can capture – or invent – a signature look that will be the envy of your social circle.

Plus, they are doing it in a really cool space. Located on Main Street in Santa Monica, The Doves is a sleek, modern place. GEt ready for your close-up at The Doves Salon.Get ready for your close-up at The Doves Salon.
Anchored by the way-cool Color Bar in the center of the large, open salon, this is a space designed to be enjoyed as much for its aesthetics as its services. They even offer free WiFi for those of you who cannot stop working even as you get your highlights; now THAT is what we call multi-tasking heaven.

So be it a basic haircut, a fabulous new color, serious extensions to change your whole look, or even a red-carpet ready styling and makeup session, this trés chic salon (www.thedovesstudio.com) is the place to be in La-La Land, especially if the Westside is the center of your style world.

The Doves Salon
2000 Main Street
Unit B
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-399-7654
www.thedovesstudio.com

Photos courtesy The Doves.

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I had the privilege of visiting the Doves Salon while doing a 2-week training at the Sassoon Academy for Cosmetology Instructors in February. I went to see one of my former students in action, Andrea Skelton, who is now working with the Doves. Both Christopher and Sonia were so hospitable and friendly, taking time to chat with me and give me a little tour of their fabulous salon. Thank you for your commitment to excellence and the incredible fire that you keep bringing to our industry!

This place sounds incredible.

I am under the impression that British hairdressers receive a higher level of training than their Stateside counterparts. I wish I lived closer to this salon.

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