COUTURE Studio Hair and Nails marked its first anniversary with “The Art of Hair & Nails,” an exclusive gathering that welcomed influencers, loyal clients and beauty enthusiasts to its boutique salon at Bonifacio High Street in Bonifacio Global City.
Held at the salon’s space on the second floor of the B2 Building, the celebration highlighted Couture Studio’s approach to personalized beauty services, combining international hairstyling expertise with a relaxed and welcoming environment for clients.
Guests entering the salon were greeted by a sleek, modern interior designed to balance sophistication and comfort. The studio aims to create a space where clients can unwind while receiving professional hair and nail services from experienced stylists using modern equipment and techniques.
The anniversary event also introduced French-Italian hairstylist Pascalain Gianello as Couture Studio’s exclusive creative director. Gianello brings decades of international experience in the hairdressing industry, including early training with the legendary Vidal Sassoon in London.
“I started very young, actually at 13. After my apprenticeship in France, I went to London to work for Vidal Sassoon, and from there I spent many years traveling and teaching around the world,” Gianello said in an interview.
Gianello’s hairstyling philosophy is rooted in the Sassoon tradition of precision cutting and geometric techniques that allow hair to fall naturally while maintaining structure and balance.
“Beautiful hair has to be perfectly cut and balanced. It’s about respecting hair texture and creating shapes that suit the person, so the client can manage their hair easily for weeks,” he said.
At Couture Studio, he said the focus is on enhancing individuality rather than following temporary trends.
“It’s difficult to talk about trends because individuality is the key word. Everything is allowed, but suitability is the point. You analyze the person and their hair texture and bring out the maximum of what is already there,” Gianello said.
Beyond hairstyling, Couture Studio offers a full menu of services designed to make the salon a one-stop beauty destination. These include haircuts, color treatments, and hair care services alongside manicures and pedicures performed with attention to detail. The salon also provides lash services, waxing treatments and drip therapies for clients seeking wellness-focused options during their visit.
The salon also features family-friendly touches, including nail services for children, and maintains a pet-friendly policy that allows guests to bring their furry companions while they enjoy their appointments.
For Gianello, the studio’s atmosphere plays a key role in the overall experience.
“It’s very beautiful, very clean, and there is a lot of light. People can come here, relax, and feel they are in the hands of professional people,” he said.
The anniversary event, hosted by professional models and presenters Su Jin Kim and Ashley Kim, featured style showcases and demonstrations while giving guests a closer look at the salon’s services and philosophy.
Looking ahead, Gianello said he hopes to contribute to the development of hairstyling talent in the Philippines by sharing his decades of experience with younger professionals in the industry.
“My dream is to build up Filipino hairdressers and artists. When you reach a certain age, you want to pass on what you’ve learned and help others become strong and confident in their craft,” he said.
Couture Studio Hair and Nails is located on the second floor of the B2 Building at Bonifacio High Street in BGC, Taguig City. Updates and service information are available through the salon’s social media pages, @couturestudiobgc.