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Tucked away at the north end of Old Woodward in luxurious Birmingham Michigan, Luigi Bruni Salon is a hot spot for a sneak peek into the trends in hair, makeup, nails, and your all-around look. Co-owners Luigi Bruni and Chris Jeannotte share in the influencing of strong values set in this high energy fashion house.

Luigi Bruni

Every salon has an aura. I decide that aura, and it's as palpable as the material decor. It has to feel natural but somewhat designed. I govern the vibe - be it the music, attitude, who works there - to make sure it's always the right kind of sexy, the right kind of positive, the right kind of optimistic, the right kind of edge. There's a moment every day when it's busy, we're jamming, the music is right and we're in the zone. The clients are relaxed and being taken care of. It feels like a performance or a workout - you get this rush. Then before you know it, it's over... it's the end of the day, and it's been a good day.

Chris Jeannotte

Coming from a very entrepreneurial family, I chose to attend a college that would prepare me for my family’s automotive business as well as be prepared to start my own business one day. With a strong emphasis on going after your goals and dreams, I was taught by my father to have drive and ambition, something that I watched while growing up. As a graduate of Northwood University with a 4 year degree in marketing and management, I had the proper tools to succeed in any type of business. My huge passion for the fashion industry led me down the path to a 15 year friendship and subsequently a business partnership with Luigi Bruni. His strong creative ability and drive, and of course with his “over the top” talent, was a perfect match for our successful joint business venture. Now open since October of 2005 and with a staff of 33 extremely talented and skilled stylists and make up artists, we have the most dedicated team that an owner could ask for. When someone asks me, "What is the secret to your success?", I always say, "It is your team of people that work for you…" to me it is what MAKES your business.

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