about

Alternate Salon its a brand new salon in Caversham , which is near Reading, in Berkshire. It opened in early December in 2021.

Salon owner Altin Ismaili who has 18 years of experience in the hair industry says ” after 18 years working for a very respectful brand called Marc Antoni where I was a salon director/educator and travelled the world doing shows and won many awards. I felt the right time had come to open my own salon and put all the 18 years experience in to one place.”

Alternate Salon provides all hair services. Our stylists are here to support your vision and give you the best salon experience. Our aim is to offer everyone a bespoke cut and colour service. Healthy hair is our priority and to support that we exclusively use one of the top brands in the hair industry Wella professionals colours and products.

We are also looking to grow our team so we are looking for an apprentice to join our team.


Founder & OWNER

ALTIN

Altin is our art director and also the founder of Alternate Salon . With 18 years in hairdressing he has made his mark in the hair industry and you can see that from his years of education round the world and many awards that he has won. His attention to detail its what separates him from the rest, he loves cutting hair and it has been his passion but also he has great knowlege for colour too and enjoys the freedom that his clients give him.
Hairdresser/make up artist

STELIOS

With over two decades of expertise, Stelios is charismatic and highly skilled hairdresser and makeup artist. He has a very wide knowledge hair styling, cutting, coloring, highlights, and specialist in balayage . Stelios is also renowned for his exceptional talent in crafting wedding and bridal hairstyles, along with makeup application.