Deesigner Hair, one of Ipswich’s longest-standing hair salons, is celebrating 30 years of serving the community in the Buttermarket Centre. Officially opened on September 1, 1995, by owner Dee, the salon has grown from humble beginnings to become a cornerstone of the local hairdressing scene.
Dee, who had previously been the manager of Supercuts in the Buttermarket, saw the opportunity to start her own business when Supercuts relocated. “It seemed like a natural progression to set up our own salon in the same location,” she said.
Over the past three decades, Deesigner Hair has built a reputation not only for excellent service but also for a loyal and dedicated team. Over a dozen employees have been with the salon for more than 10 years, with four serving over 20 years. Two staff members, Lyndsie and Clare (known to many as Kirby), have been part of the salon family for 29 and 24 years respectively.
Reaching the 10-year milestone was significant, but hitting 30 years feels truly special. “We could not have got this far without our fabulous team of staff or our wonderful customers, many of whom have become friends and part of the Deesigner Hair family,” said Dee.
Like many businesses, Deesigner Hair faced challenges over the past five years, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic, which changed the industry dramatically. Despite these hurdles, the salon has persevered and is looking confidently toward the future. “We are about to sign a new 15-year lease to remain in the Buttermarket, and with the support of our staff, customers, and Rebecca and her team at the Buttermarket, we are looking forward to the next 15 years,” said Dee.
Rebecca Bird, centre manager at the Buttermarket, commented: “We are thrilled to celebrate 30 years of Deesigner Hair at the Buttermarket. Dee and her team have been an incredible part of our centre, and their dedication, professionalism, and community spirit are inspiring. We look forward to many more years of their success here.”
