Today we’d like to introduce you to Connie Reid.
Connie, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
I started doing hair at a young age. My cousin taught me how to braid at a family gathering. My first paid gig as a hairstylist was French braiding my basketball team members’ hair for $5.00 before our games. My love of hair continued to grow, and I was always experimenting with my hair. One of my Hair icons back then was Shelia E. I begged my Mom to let me dye my hair the same color as hers to no avail. So I took advantage of the Texas summer and sat on my porch with lemon juice in my head until it gradually lightened up, but it was brassy as a copper penny.
In my Senior year, my school introduced Cosmetology as an elective. I took advantage of it but had to complete my hours in a private school after graduation that was 32 years ago. For the first 13 years of my career in the hair industry, I was a full -time entrepreneur. My Dad encouraged me to have a trade and a degree, so I also obtained a degree in Computer Information Systems along the way. I have always loved doing hair and was great at weaving. One day a client asked me to make her a wig. That is what lead me down a rabbit hole eight years ago.
That one wig leads to several while looking to learn more about wig making. I was able to come across some great wig makers that work in theatre and film that gave classes. I still take classes to this day because every wig maker has a different technique. I worked in corporate America for the last 20 years while maintaining my customers in the salon part-time. It was a blessing because I could afford to invest in my business, further my education in wig making while also maintaining my family as a single mother. For the last eight years, I made wigs for my clients and any referrals from them but was reluctant to expand because I also worked a full-time job.
Fast forward to Covid-19 due to cutbacks with the company I worked for eliminated my position, leaving me unemployed without the safety net of a 9-5. Now that I have the freedom to invest in my wig business full-time. I wanted to help more women that suffer from hair loss and recently became certified in non-surgical hair replacement and to accept insurance. I am open for new clients and launching an online store to take custom orders, sell wig supplies, sell ready to ship wigs, and teach others wig making. I’m excited to finally be able to put 100% of my efforts into my business and grow others that have the same desire to learn.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
As in any industry, you will experience ups and downs. The salon industry was hit hard with COVID. This made me want to invest even more in wigs and non-surgical hair replacement. I was so worried about my customers that suffer from severe alopecia that needed my services because many of them were essential workers.
We’d love to hear more about your work?
I am launching a website that brings my salon services to a broader audience by providing custom made wig options, wig maintenance, and non-surgical hair replacement options and wig making supplies. There is a “Bundle Drop off” option that allows someone to send their used or new bundles, enter their measurements, and I make them a wig in the style of their choice. If they do not have any hair, they can purchase some of my luxury premium hair to have their wig made. The hair I use ships from overseas, and chemicals are not used in processing.
The thing that sets me apart from others is the fact that I am still teachable after all these years. My goal is to provide luxury service and offer options the extend the life of your investment. My source of pride with my work does not come from what I produce but from who I help. Hair loss is very traumatic for a person to experience. I want every woman to be able to look in a mirror and love the person looking back.
Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
My clients played a big role in me expanding my wig services. They have always encouraged and supported me.
Contact Info:
- Address: Salons of Dallas
1400 Hi Line Drive
Dallas, Texas 75201 - Website: www.thewigconcierge.com
- Phone: 469-323-0560
- Email: luvherofhair@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conniereidhair/ https://www.instagram.com/thewigconcierge/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conniereidhair/ https://www.facebook.com/thewigconcierge/
Image Credit:
All photography was done by Gingers Innovations media.
Suggest a story: VoyageDallas is built on recommendations from the community; it’s how we uncover hidden gems, so if you or someone you know deserves recognition please let us know here.
