My hair looked like I had been dragged through the proverbial hedge backwards. For some strange reason I had decided not to have it it cut for more than six months to see what it would look like longer - added to that I had also decided on a whim to ask my partner to cut it in a straight line whilst it was wet (I was in the shower) just to take off the endy bits. The end result was not a good look!

Looking in the mirror one morning (I try not to do this too much) I had a revalation - looking back at me was some strange woman who had clearly lost her reason as well as her sense of style - and I decided immediately that a trip to the hairdresser was overdue and I quickly made an appointment.

During my non hair cut months I had noted a new hairdresser in the Golden Valley (Sandgate) - it was still being fitted out then but was up and running now so I made my appointment. Going into Suzanne Charles hairdressing salon was reassuring - lots of space, very comfortable leather seating, big mirrors on the wall (lovely mirrors, but dont you just hate them) - very comfortable, light and contemporary. I was offered a cup of tea or coffee whilst I waited - and I flicked through the mags.

Suzanne Charles (owner) asked me about my hair; was I good with hair, did I just give it a burst with the hairdryer in the morning, how much did I want off? It took her seconds to realise that I hadn’t a clue and she suggested I have a style similar to her own because her hair was also wavey/curly like mine and it would be easy to look after. I had noted Suzanne’s hair style and approved lots - so was happy to go with this suggestion.

There followed a washing hair session (I always like this bit) and then the cutting began - apart from the sitting in front of a mirror bit I liked seeing long bits of my hair fall to the floor.

The final result - is so different from the unkempt windswept mess that had previously graced my head (what was I thinking of?) - I like it lots.

My conclusion - I like this hairdresser - charming local and knowledgeable owner, smart and attentive staff, very nice environment (quite plush but not ott) and not exhorbitant charges. I wish this new business well - and at the time of my going there Suzanne was feeling quietly confident that business was building nicely. I will visit Suzanne Charles hairdressing again in 8 weeks - or sooner if I should need my fringe cutting before that (Suzanne does free fringe cuts whenever needed for her customers).

Suzanne Charles Hairdressing

91/95 Enbrook Valley

Folkestone Kent

CT20 3NE

tel: 01303 850661

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