Editorial
Repost: The Scoop
Thursday, January 16, 2014The Scoop: Men’s Shop and Salon to Open in Harbor Town
Posted By Sophorn Kuoy on Thu, Jan 16, 2014 at 11:27 AM
“I want to build Harbor Town as a daytime destination.” — Alexandra Rushing
When the former Rando Salon space next to the Ivory Closet became available, Alexandra Rushing
seized the opportunity to convert the 1,300-square-foot space into two
new retail concepts that catered to both residents and visitors on Mud
Island. The front half facing Harbor Town Square would become The Cedar Room, a men’s apparel and accessories shop. The back half would become the satellite location for Pageboy Salon
providing cuts and styles for both men and women by owners April Rankin
and Rod Henson and make-up by none other than Alexandra herself.
“Pageboy Salon is perfect for this clientele,” says
Alexandra, explaining the choice for Harbor Town as the supporting
location to the East Memphis salon. “April and Rod are master stylists.
They’ve done fashion and runway looks and hair for some news anchors in
town. We probably shouldn’t tell everyone who they are,” she laughs.
“But just to help you understand they have some big-name clients who
trust them.”
- Alexandra stands in the space being renovated for Pageboy Salon
Expecting to open this location by next week, they also will have an open house during The Ivory Closet’s Customer Appreciation event next Thursday, January 23rd from 4 to 7 p.m. There, customers will have the opportunity to meet stylists April and Rod and have their first consultation.
- Alexandra stands in the doorway connecting The Cedar Room to Pageboy Salon.
The Cedar Room will not only carry men’s apparel and accessories but also cigars as homage to Alexandra's father. She hopes to bring in brands such as Arturo Fuente, Romeo y Julieta, and Macanudo.
The shop's expected open date is early March.
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