University: 941-358-6000 ● Lakewood Ranch: 941-404-7100 ● PARRISH: 941-297-0430

Cutting Loose in NYC ✨✂️

The Cutting Loose Team in New York City

This past week, we had the incredible opportunity to travel to New York City with 10 of our team members. It was an unforgettable experience filled with inspiration, education, and moments that remind us why we do what we do. One of the highlights of the trip was seeing three of our talented protégés take […]

Cutting Loose Stylists Take on Milan for Goldwell Color Sphere 2025 ✨

Goldwell Color Sphere 2025

This September, our very own Coral, Kelly, Katie, and Kerri traveled across the globe to the fashion capital of the world — Milan, Italy — to attend Goldwell ColorSphere 2025. ColorSphere is Goldwell’s international gathering where the brightest minds in hair color come together to explore the latest innovations, trends, and techniques. Over the course of several inspiring days, Milan […]

Behind the Scenes: Our Premiere Goldwell x Oribe Education Experience ✨

Goldwell and Oribe

At Cutting Loose Salon, education isn’t just a priority—it’s part of our culture. And this month, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting a one-of-a-kind premiere class, bringing together two industry powerhouses: Goldwell and Oribe. This was the first-ever collaboration class between the two luxury brands, and we were honored to be part of this exciting milestone. Our stylists […]

Tools of the Trade: What Every Styling Pro (& Enthusiast) Should Know

Cutting Loose Salon - Tools of the Trade

As featured on Suncoast View – July Segment This month on The Suncoast View, we’re diving into the world of styling tools—and how the right ones can elevate your hair game from average to salon-worthy. Whether you’re a professional stylist or just trying to recreate your favorite look at home, having the proper tools is […]

Master Colorist Session with Goldwell

Cutting Loose Salon

Alongside our exciting Intercoiffure Nouveau competition prep, we also hosted an intensive Master Colorist session for 12 of our stylists. This in-depth, four-day color class was led by renowned Goldwell Educators Mariana Cecilia and Tiffany, both from the Goldwell Academy in New York City. The session was designed to elevate our team’s technical skills, deepen […]

Rock & Roll Weekend at Cutting Loose University

Hair Wash

This past weekend was nothing short of electric at Cutting Loose University! Our talented protégés stepped up in a major way as they prepared to enter the prestigious Intercoiffure Nouveau contest, open exclusively to stylists with five years of experience or less. The 2025 theme? Rock & Roll. And they delivered. On Sunday, the salon […]

Bold, Beautiful, and Unapologetically Pink: A Transformation on Suncoast View

At Cutting Loose Salon, we believe beauty has no age limit — and our recent appearance on the Suncoast View proves just that. We were thrilled to showcase a transformation that celebrates individuality, confidence, and the power of reinvention. Our stunning model, a woman of grace and style in her later years, decided it was […]

12 Years Strong: Thank You for Making Us One of Sarasota’s Best!

12 Years Strong - Cutting Loose Salons

We’re honored, proud—and filled with gratitude! Thanks to your votes and ongoing support, Cutting Loose Salon has once again been recognized in Sarasota Magazine’s Best of the Best 2025—marking our 12th consecutive year as either a winner or finalist in this prestigious reader-voted celebration of local excellence. This year, we were thrilled to be named […]

Transforming Hair, Transforming Confidence: Our Suncoast View Feature with Charlene Culp

Beige Minimalist Before After Hair Salon Instagram Post - 1

We were thrilled to be featured on Suncoast View, where our very own Master Stylist, Charlene Culp, demonstrated the true power of professional extensions—right on live television! The star of the segment? Our beautiful model, Katie, who underwent a jaw-dropping hair transformation that left everyone speechless. From Damaged to Dream Hair Katie came to us with hair that […]