Blades Hair Design, a well-known salon on Wimborne Road in Winton, has been selected as the Daily Echo’s Trader of the Week, marking another milestone for the long-established business.
The salon has also been ranked among the top three hairdressers in Bournemouth, with owners Yunus Arici and his wife Dilek expressing how grateful they are for the recognition.
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Recognised Among Bournemouth’s Best Salons
Based on customer reviews, business history, service standards, trust, pricing, satisfaction, and overall trading excellence, Blades Hair Design secured a leading position on The Best Rated website. The salon now sits alongside well-known names such as Toni & Guy and V Design Salon.
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A Salon With Nearly Five Decades of History
The history of Blades Hair Design dates back to around 1974. Yunus explained that it was the first hair salon established in Bournemouth, originally opening as a single-chair salon before relocating to its current premises in 1977.
Before Yunus and Dilek took over the business in 2018, the salon had been run by five female owners over the years.
Extensive International Experience
Prior to acquiring Blades Hair Design, Yunus and Dilek spent many years working as salon directors at a prestigious hair and beauty centre in Kadikoy, Turkey.
Yunus Arici brings more than 35 years of professional experience, having worked with famous artists in Turkey. He is also a highly qualified hair design teacher who completed advanced training in both Germany and Turkey.
Speaking about her husband, Dilek said: “He has trained many hairdressers in Turkey. He is a skilled hair colourist and masters the pivot point hair cutting technique.”
The Turkish Hairdressing Tradition
Dilek explained that many Turkish hairdressers develop strong skills early due to their apprenticeship system.
“If you ask why Turkish hairdressers are famous worldwide, it’s because they begin apprenticeships at a very young age, usually around 14,” she said.
“They spend four days a week training as apprentices and two days at school, which helps them learn the trade quickly.”
High-Quality Products and Signature Services
The salon exclusively uses high-quality German and Turkish shampoos, hair dyes, and hair care products, a standard reflected in the consistently positive customer reviews.
Blades Hair Design is also well known for its specialised Turkish blow dry, performed using a specific roll brush technique.
Plans for Future Expansion
Looking ahead, Dilek revealed that the family is planning to open a second Blades Hair Design branch. While the location has not yet been confirmed, the owners are keen to expand and continue growing the business.
