salon timeline

2020 - BRHAIVE OPENS IT’S DOORS AFTER LOCKDOWN 1

During the first lockdown, Leanne used her time spent away from the hair chair to focus on her business plan and the salon hunt began.

The salon she chose for BRHAIVE was actually the place she trained at when she was just 17yrs old… if you believe in fate!

Being brave and taking such a big risk at such a chaotic time proved Leanne’s self belief in herself and the vision she had for her future salon.

Leanne spent the last 6 weeks of the first lockdown revamping her new Salon. She took the good from a difficult situation and focused on devoting her time into building the foundations of BRHAIVE.

By the 4th of July, BRHAIVE was ready to open it’s doors for the first time. Lots of restrictions and covid measures in place, a couple more lockdowns later and a very odd start to running BRHAIVE, but the salon brought support and happiness to so many people within the local community at a time when people needed it the most. Looking back, it was the best time to open a salon with a core focus on wellbeing.

Person in a salon with foils in hair, wearing a mask, holding a champagne glass, seated at a purple table with decorative plants, hair products, and a mirror.

2021 - brhaive awarded best business branding 2021

After a turbulent first year, BRHAIVE is awarded for Best Business Branding at the Hair and Beauty Awards.

TIM MARNER AGENCY

2022 - celebrating pride with a special collaboration with shrine

BRHAIVE were given a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with leading professional and high street hair brand, SHRINE.

They took part by dressing up the salon and recreated the colours of PRIDE on customers hair whilst having the whole experience filmed for the collaboration

Two smiling people celebrating with rainbow fans and balloons, wearing colorful outfits; one wears a shirt with "Pride" and hearts.

2022 - brhaive gets its famous florals

‘The salon with all the flowers around it’… Special thanks to EVENT CHESHIRE UK

Brick building with a floral display around windows and entrance. Signage reads 'BRHAIVE' and 'Weddings & Events'. The facade features pink, purple, and white flowers.

2022 - featured in cheshire life mag

BRHAIVE was featured in the Cheshire Life Magazine in 2022, highlighting Leanne’s commitment to her salon and her background. Explaining how her mental health struggles became a driving force to run a successful business with a foundation for helping others.

A person with blonde hair is standing in front of a door adorned with vibrant purple, pink, and white floral arrangements. They are holding a magazine titled "Cheshire Life." The building exterior features brick walls.

2022 - founding of brhaive weddings

Sister Company to BRHAIVE, founded by co directors Leanne and Louise and was Awarded as the Best Suppliers in Cheshire on Hitched UK

Two women with long, wavy blonde hair smiling at the camera, wearing black clothing, against a plain white background.

2022 - The launch

The launch of BRHAIVE Weddings was hosted by Leanne and Louise, providing an evening of wedding planning fun as they collaborated with a handful of suppliers within Cheshire, ran a bridal catwalk show and celebrated the launch of their new business.

Balloon arch decoration at event entrance with welcome sign reading "Welcome to BRHAIVE Weddings & Events The Launch."

2022 - leading cheshire fashion week

BRHAIVE had the opportunity of returning to Cheshire Fashion Week as the leading hair and makeup team backstage

Black and white photo of a makeup and hairstyling station with ring lights, featuring stylists working on models seated in chairs.

2022 - brhaive wellbeing was created

Running Clubs, Yoga and Wellbeing evenings were all part of the start of BRHAIVE Wellbeing. Set up by salon director Leanne to extend mindful support outside of hair appointment visits.

Three people wearing white shirts and black shorts practicing yoga in a park, standing in tree pose with hands in a prayer position overhead, facing away from the camera.

2022 - brhaive STYLe for sea girls’ MUSIC VIDEO

Leanne and Louise head to morecambe to assist Hair and Makeup for the Music Video production of the Band, Sea Girls.

“Kyle” from Netflix show Sex Education was one of the cast members who BRHAIVE got to work with too

Group of nine friends taking a selfie at night in front of an arcade or attraction with neon lights.

2022 - brhaive goes vegan

Vegan Hair Colours and Natural Hair care products were introduced to BRHAIVE in 2022. Making the salon a cruelty free environment

2022 - FUNDRAISER FOR ST ROCCOS

Person in a black top and white layered skirt holding a glass on a dance floor, with 'St Rocco's' sign in the background.

BRHAIVE collaborated with local business SORELLE to support and fundraise for ST ROCCO’S charity. Leanne took part in modelling for the fashion show which was a brave move in itself to raise as much money as possible for the charity evening.

2022 - brhaive welcomes celebrity clientele

First Dates Star - Laura Tott became a regular customer of BRHAIVE from 2022 as she prepared for her Wedding Day!

Two women smiling in front of a backdrop with text. One is wearing a floral dress with braided hair, and the other is in a striped crop top with curly hair.

2023 - brhaive welcomes it’s new manager

Creative Director, Alison becomes the Assistant Manager for BRHAIVE

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2023 - brhaive HEADS TO THE COUNTY BRIDES AWARDS

BRHAIVE Weddings becomes finalists for a second time at the County Brides North West Awards

Four women in formal dresses posing outdoors on a patio with greenery and a body of water in the background.

2023 - A DOSE OF DOG THERAPY

Special visits from Alison’s gorgeous cocker spaniel Harley who visits BRHAIVE every so often for cuddles (and treats…)

A woman sitting on a purple couch with a black and white dog, holding a latte in her hand. There is purple floral decor hanging above and a neon sign in the background.

2023 - brhaive become first responders

Part of the BRHAIVE team took part in Safer Streets Course which offers help and support to victims of domestic and sexual abuse. The team are able to use the skills learnt to help and support any of BRHAIVE’s customers should they ever need it.

Three women standing in front of a presentation screen at a Community First Responder Training event, holding Safer Streets bags.

2023 - zen den at brhaive

The first floor underwent a revamp to create the ZEN DEN - A quiet space for customers to use during their time at BRHAIVE

Cozy room with a beige couch, decorative pillow, and green plants. Warm lights and faux ivy are draped on the wall. A light-colored rug covers the wooden floor. Candles and framed art add decorative touches.

2023 - CHILL OUT GARDEN GETS A REVAMP

The Garden at BRHAIVE became a tranquil haven during summer of 2023 when the space had a revamp for it’s customers visiting

Outdoor seating area made from wooden pallets with cushions, on a paved patio with artificial grass and a leaf-patterned rug. A brick wall with a window and bamboo fence are in the background.

2023 - food is served

BRHAIVE Collaborates with Butter Wouldn’t Melt Bakery to offer customers a range of food, delivered straight to their station during their time at the salon