Her trademark is the impeccable interpretation of professionalstyle that incorporates sultry and sexy design, while emphasizingthe importance of healthy hair. ‘Contemporary,’ ‘multi–textured,’‘cut,’ ‘colored’ and ‘styled’ all describe her magnificent repertoire. Itis this rich palette that is quickly making San Antonio hairdresser,Sonia Rodriguez, a sought after professional in the local industry.
Fresh from a respected role at a local high–end salon, SoniaRodriguez breaks onto the San Antonio scene this month with thelaunch of her latest professional endeavor,GOT HAIR? Salon. With over elevenyears of experience, Sonia will dazzle andimpress the hair–conscious of San Antoniowith her creative talents.
A confident professional with aneasygoing demeanor, Sonia knows exactlywhat she wants to achieve. She is avisionary stylist with the unique abilityto “see” the end result. Her skill and graceenable her to add the kind of allure to hairthat exudes independence, sex appeal,and individuality unique to every clientthat sits in her chair. Respected for detailand specificity, Sonia attracts the fashionforwardby molding hair that reflectshigh style and personality. “Hairdressingis an evolving industry. Today it is farmore diverse and exciting. It needs to be,in order to keep each client en vogue,”asserts Sonia. By employing her talents,Sonia endears her clients by customizingcuts versatile for all occasions in life fromcasual and sophisticated to elegant and glamorous. Unlike mosthair professionals in the industry, Sonia earns her loyalty and favorwith clients by offering a tailored salon experience, never taking forgranted the trust placed in her hands. “Success is easily achievedwhen a client’s vision and expectation is consistently met, not mine,”she clarifies.
Sonia credits her beloved mother for helping her get started inthe world of hair early in high school. After studying hair design atCameo Beauty Academy in Chicago, Illinois in 1997, this native SanAntonio gal returned to establish her career in the South Texas hairindustry. Seizing every opportunity for professional growth, Sonia has attended numerous Aveda, Goldwell and Redken hair showsacross the country and abroad, learning from the influence of numerous,prestigious hair professionals.
Though known for her talents with hair, Sonia is as much belovedfor the kindness, compassion, and understanding she demonstratesin all walks of life. “It’s gratifying to see someone walk outfeeling better than they walked in. Whether by suggesting a newstyle, applying a new color, or by way of the perfect cut– God gaveme this gift as a tool for reaching out to otherswho, like me, might need a simple voteof confidence in the midst of life’s changingcircumstances.”
Her creativity brings to life a dramaticrevelation of the latest trends in cut, colorand design that can celebrate a new beginningfor each client. The hair care shestrives to provide can literally reinvent aperson. “There’s a spiritual beauty to beevoked from deep within us all that surpassesthe physical,” she affirms, havingrecently participated in makeovers providedfor The Kings Daughter attendeesat Cornerstone Christian Church this pastSeptember. “This is truly a personal ministryfor me. This is where I draw my inspiration,”she adds with a genuine smile. Soniaalso gives freely of her time, service andresources to local charities such as the SanAntonio Junior Forum.
Always striving to share her good talents,Sonia enjoys mentoring and trainingjunior stylists, as she did in her previous professional role. “I’mbetter positioned now to achieve my ultimate goal, which is to helpanother replicate the success I’ve been fortunate to encounter. I’dlike to teach and train someone else how to do what I do, and yetinspire them to do it better.”
Sonia aims to transcend San Antonio’s contrasts and cultures byredefining exceptional hair care, showcasing her brilliant and dynamicinnovations – one fabulous cut at a time.
