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The Suitcase shelves add a real quirky edge to Rae Peacocks uber cool Hair Salon. < >

The Suitcase shelves add a real quirky edge to Rae Peacocks uber cool Hair Salon.

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The stripped out shell that has now become the lovely new Rae Peacock Hair Salon on York Place.

The stripped out shell that has now become the lovely new Rae Peacock Hair Salon on York Place.

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The salon before all the refurbishments.

The salon before all the refurbishments.

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The old frontage of the Rae Peacock Hair Salon in New Row, Perth.

The old frontage of the Rae Peacock Hair Salon in New Row, Perth.

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Old fashioned barbers chair in the Rae Peacock Hair Salon.

Old fashioned barbers chair in the Rae Peacock Hair Salon.

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Davines hair styling products are used in the Rae Peacock Salon.  They are totally eco-friendly and natural products.

Davines hair styling products are used in the Rae Peacock Salon. They are totally eco-friendly and natural products.

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The vibrant lime green couch sits perfectly next to the navy wooden walls in the front lounge of the new Rae Peacock Hair Salon. We can definitely see ourselves sitting here with a brownie and a cocktail, perusing over the latest fashion mags!

The vibrant lime green couch sits perfectly next to the navy wooden walls in the front lounge of the new Rae Peacock Hair Salon. We can definitely see ourselves sitting here with a brownie and a cocktail, perusing over the latest fashion mags!

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Open geometric box cabinet to promote the fantastic Davine Products, Cloud 9 styling tools and all the other lovely products that can be purchased in the salon.

Open geometric box cabinet to promote the fantastic Davine Products, Cloud 9 styling tools and all the other lovely products that can be purchased in the salon.

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Rae gave his lovely bee printed old fashioned barbers chair to fellow local businessman Grant from Badlands Barber.

Rae gave his lovely bee printed old fashioned barbers chair to fellow local businessman Grant from Badlands Barber.

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Deep leather chairs and cool mirrors in the Rae Peacock Hair Salon.

Deep leather chairs and cool mirrors in the Rae Peacock Hair Salon.

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The plush leather salon chairs are illuminated with modern hanging lightbulbs, adding to the cool vibe of Rae Peacocks Hair Salon.

The plush leather salon chairs are illuminated with modern hanging lightbulbs, adding to the cool vibe of Rae Peacocks Hair Salon.

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Rae Peacock is one of the only Scottish salons that solely uses the eco friendly and sustainable Davines hair styling products.

Rae Peacock is one of the only Scottish salons that solely uses the eco friendly and sustainable Davines hair styling products.

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The new Rae Peacock Hair Salon on the corner of York Place has a bright, spacious and modern feel, with loads of quirky extras thrown in as well!

The new Rae Peacock Hair Salon on the corner of York Place has a bright, spacious and modern feel, with loads of quirky extras thrown in as well!

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Salon chairs are illuminated with modern hanging lights in the Rae Peacock Hair Salon.

Salon chairs are illuminated with modern hanging lights in the Rae Peacock Hair Salon.

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Quirky and modern new salon at Rae Peacock.  With modern pop art on the wall by the wash station.

Quirky and modern new salon at Rae Peacock. With modern pop art on the wall by the wash station.

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There are loads of hair styling products in the Davines range available in the salon to suit all hair types and concerns.

There are loads of hair styling products in the Davines range available in the salon to suit all hair types and concerns.

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The new Rae Peacock Hair Salon is much larger and on the corner of York Place, Perth.

The new Rae Peacock Hair Salon is much larger and on the corner of York Place, Perth.

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Rae Grows His Hair Out

In the short 18 months he has been open, Rae Peacock and his husband Craig, have taken Facebook by storm and coiffed the heads of many a Perth gal.  Although his highlight will surely be the coveted spot of Big Personality on our online mag! :-)

From day one it's been a labour of love welcoming guests to what they call their 'front lounge'.  A place where you instantly feel at home with the offer of a drink, home-baked treats and lots of banter.

Rae isone of those lucky people who unashamedly loves his job. With the creative juices flowing he will create fabulous shapes and colours over cocktails, delicious home baked brownies (Craig's Speciality) and lots of chat and laughs. He will tell you that he can't think of a better way to spend his days, so much so, that on a recent 5-star exotic holiday, he and Craig both wanted back to work after a week because they missed it so much! 

Busy from the off, the team has grown organically with talented stylists approaching them looking for the opportunity to join the team which the pair have found overwhelmingly flattering.

Their original plans of staying put in their wee New Row salon were beginning to look unrealistic and so, when the old Maple and Thistle shop came up for lease they hummed and hawed as to whether they should take it or not.  

They didn't want to lose the intimate feel of their small but compact salon but the truth was, in after only a year and half they needed a unit almost three times the size! 

The new space is much-like the original salon, with an industrial-chic twist.  Gorgeous pieces of contemporary and original artwork adorn the walls giving a personal touch and a boutique feel, and avoiding the 'hair factory' vibe that can sometimes go hand-in-hand with larger salons.

In addition to their unique approach, they've added Comfort Zone skincare and are proud to be the only stockists in the area. Comfort Zone products are vegan and entirely natural yet have been created through extensive scientific research. This enables the company to produce the latest in anti-ageing ingredients all the while staying true to their roots. Our note from Craig is that the aromatherapy range smells edible!

They will also be offering Comfort Zone facials along with Calgel nails in the salon, adding yet more strings to their bow!

The back section of the salon is the real treat for us girls though; it can be booked out for sole use for a bridal party, birthday party or any other special event.

Rae, Craig and the team can't wait to have their very loyal guests and hopefully lots of new folk in to see the new space.  

As a special offer new clients reading this article will receive 30% off their first visit with selected stylists. Simply quote Small City Gallery when you book.

To find out more about Rae's brilliant, funny and totally inspiring journey to Perth Salon owner check out his Big Personality Story here >>>

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Craig Duncan, Rae's husband and business partner took all the pictures in this gallery. For more information on the gorgeous new salon check out their directory listing >>>