Behind the Scenes: A Creative Collaboration in Sarasota

At Cutting Loose Salon, education and creativity are at the heart of everything we do. While our guests see the beautiful finished looks every day, we also believe it’s important to step outside the salon and challenge ourselves artistically.This month, we’re excited to collaborate with two incredible local boutiques—RAREBIRD and RAREBREED—for an editorial-inspired fashion photoshoot celebrating timeless style, craftsmanship, […]
From Protégé to Thriving Stylist: Watch Our July 10 Suncoast View Makeovers!

There is nothing more rewarding than watching talented young stylists discover their passion, build confidence, and create thriving careers doing what they love. That’s exactly what we’ll be celebrating on our upcoming appearance on ABC7’s Suncoast View on July 10, 2026. Joining me are two incredible members of the Cutting Loose Salon team who represent […]
Building the Future of the Beauty Industry Starts Together

At Cutting Loose Salon, we’ve always believed that great careers don’t happen by chance—they’re built through education, mentorship, and community. Recently, we had the privilege of bringing together some of the area’s leading salon owners and cosmetology schools for an open conversation about one of the beauty industry’s biggest opportunities: preparing the next generation of […]
The View: Bright, Lived-In Blonde for Summer

The Look Our Stylist is Kayla Campbell a Master Stylist at our Lakewood Ranch location . Julie wanted a blonde that looked sun-kissed and radiant without the harsh lines often associated with traditional highlighting. The goal was to create a seamless blend of brightness while maintaining depth and movement throughout the hair. The Technique: AirTouch […]
Meet KCRIO: Our Boldest Hair Transformation Yet

Straighter. Smoother. Shinier. Humidity may be part of living on the Suncoast, but frizz doesn’t have to be. At our salon, we are always searching for the newest innovations that help our guests feel confident, polished, and effortlessly beautiful. That’s why we are excited to introduce our boldest smoothing evolution yet — KCRIO Restorative Keratin System. […]
Our Annual SPARCC Runway Fashion Show Experience

At Cutting Loose Salon, being part of our community means more than what happens behind the chair. Every year, we are honored to participate in something truly meaningful — the SPARCC Runway Fashion Show. This event is more than a night of fashion. It’s a powerful celebration of strength, resilience, and hope. Supporting SPARCC The […]
From High-Maintenance Red to Effortless, Sexy & Modern

There’s something undeniably stunning about rich, vibrant red hair. It turns heads, makes a statement, and for years, it was her signature. But as many redheads know—especially those who color for that richness—maintaining it is no small commitment. Frequent touch-ups, fading tones, and the constant upkeep can eventually start to feel more like a chore than a luxury. […]
Elevating Our Craft: Team Celebration with Oribe Educator Coby Alcantar

At Cutting Loose Salon, education is not a moment — it’s a commitment. Recently, our team came together for a special Team Celebration centered around growth, inspiration, and next-level artistry. We had the honor of welcoming Oribe Cutting Specialist Coby Alcantar into our salon for an unforgettable day of education. Learning from the Best Coby […]
How Smart Salon Professionals Build Sustainable Careers

Recently, Coral Pleas had the pleasure of sitting down for a powerful conversation with Ronit Enos from www.saloncadence.com about leadership, profitability, and what it truly takes to build a sustainable salon career. What stood out most is this: success behind the chair is not accidental — it is intentional. In today’s industry, talent alone is not enough. Professionals […]
Celebrating Curls on Suncoast View

Embracing Natural Texture with the Right Products This morning, Cutting Loose Salon had the pleasure of joining Suncoast View to talk about something we are incredibly passionate about — curls. From soft waves to tight coils, embracing natural texture starts with understanding it. And today, we brought the curl conversation to life on air. Representing […]