Sweet T Salon kicked off its Grand Re-Opening on May 8^th with a flash, causing a cosmetic eruption that promised to shake up the Raleigh fashion scene for years to come. Mountains of food covered every inch of available table space, highlighted by Anh Son’s hand-made fried egg rolls. There was so much food on hand that guests stuffed their pockets and purses with whatever leftovers they could carry. Customers and honored guests guzzled gallons of iced tea and danced ballroom-style until their feet blistered. But even sore feet couldn’t wipe the delighted smiles off the faces of these partygoers.

The event was the culmination of what has been a labor of passion for Nancy Nguyen, who last year returned from Chicago to her native Raleigh, her sights set on creating a hub of hair expertise and southern hospitality deep in the heart of the city. Sweet T Salon stands where the former Classy Cuts Salon—owned by Nancy’s mother, Amy—stood for over a decade. The new salon will fuse the family atmosphere exuded by Classy Cuts with hip new styles and a shabby chic décor.

Sweet T will also dedicate itself to enriching the community it serves by partnering with local companies and advocating volunteer service; several owners of local businesses were on hand for the opening, as well as Ms. Black North Carolina, Mr. United States of America, and of course, Ms. Corporate America herself, Nancy. After a brief speech by Nancy in which she thanked attendees, Ms. Black North Carolina sliced the ceremonial ribbon with a 10-inch pair of shiny silver shears—and the dream was a reality!

The Grand Re-Opening was an elating, exhilarating and exhausting roller-coaster ride, and guests and staff alike joined forces for a flawless effort. It was certainly a special day in the life of Sweet T Salon—but it was just one day. We promise to always bring that same passion and enthusiasm for serving our customers every day, as we move forward in our mission of building relationships, one client at a time!