Humble Beginnings
Chez Ziane
It All Started At Home…
For over a decade Ziane worked from her home-based salon, Chez Ziane. On one faithful day Ziane came across the Deva Cut which became the catalyst to creating Chez Soi. She was inspired to create an environment where she can work with other stylists, to share what she has learned. To further reinforce Ziane’s vision, she also attended a business course in Connecticut where she was taught a team-based model of ownership. Chez Soi is unique from other salons in that each member works together as a team to create a supportive and friendly environment.
Over the years, Chez Soi has evolved and with each new stylist that joins the team, new ideas and inspirations are incorporated. The Chez Soi team believes strength is found in the joining of minds and uses a collaborative approach for innovation to ensure only the highest quality services are
continuously offered to the clients.
Ziane Stanley – Founder
So this is me…
My first memory of cutting Hair is when I am between the ages of 10-12 years old. I’m sitting on the bathroom vanity, my feet in the sink, watching my mom cut her own hair. She asked me if I would help her cut the back. I was so excited to pick up the scissors and give it a try. My mom taught herself how to cut hair with kitchen shears, she is my first teacher. I spent hours watching her cut and perm the hair of friends and family. The good old Toni perm. By the time I was in junior high I was cutting my brothers hair and perming the hair of my girlfriends, my first victims lol. In grade 12 I actually had a few repeat customers that would come home on the bus for their appointments.
CREDENTIALS
I attended my first hair cutting class in grade 10, attended Marvel Academy right out of high school and began my professional career immediately after that. It’s been 33 years and education has been ongoing. One of my most memorable seminars was with Paul Mitchell in Los Angeles soon after starting my first job. Then most recently I have attended the Deva Academy in New York returning 3 times to achieve certification in cutting curly hair.
Blessed
I feel extremely blessed to have such a wonderful job. My passion for this industry has not faded but in fact it is probably stronger now then ever, I am so excited to continue to share this passion with my clients at my new location, Chez Soi 1912, and to bring inspiration as well as be inspired with those who would like to join me to create this team. Chez Soi means “at home” and I hope to make this salon a place where everyone feels comfortable and welcome, a place where everyone, clients and staff, look forward to spending some time.
Our Services
Hair Cuts
Colours
Massage
Stick & Poke
Proudly Serving Cochrane And
Surrounding Area
- Cochrane, Alberta
- Calgary, Alberta
- Bragg Creek, Alberta
- Canmore, Alberta
- Banff, Alberta
- Airdrie, Alberta
- Brooks & Southern Alberta
We are located in Cochrane in the shadows of the Rocky Mountains but our clients come from all over. Call or click to schedule your appointment today!
Honesty, Integrity & Experience
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Chez Soi is a gem of a place! So glad I found Ziane, who is a curly hair specialist. She’s also an entrepreneur, founding the salon annd also training other... read more
Joyce Rees
April 21, 2024Jessica is almost done her exams to be a licensed hair stylist. She started doing my hair as an apprentice and NO ONE has ever done my hair like Jessica... read more
Kelly Read
December 21, 2023 -
Been going here for a couple years now. Always more than impressed with Joclyn. I hate to leave a good review and then never get the opportunity to book an... read more
Colton Chehowy
November 21, 2023Ziane created very talented magic with dark blue highlights in dark brunette curly hair for our daughter.The effects are stunning!!!
Beverly Graham
March 19, 2022 -
Great, as always!
Marilyn Barbour
April 30, 2024Amazing service.
Tracey Old
March 21, 2024 -
Ziane did an immaculate job on my hair today, the most wonderful colour & cut. She worked with her coworkers to colour-match me to my natural colour & it turned... read more
Sarah Laflamme
March 19, 2022I had my first curly cut ever with Joslyn. They are so talented, I learned so much about how to properly style my hair. Love the results!
Leonie O'Sullivan
September 19, 2022 -
Amazing staff! You're greeted as soon as you walk in. The salon is clean and tidy. Very happy with my haircut. I have very thick curly hair, and both Joslyn... read more
Sean Kruger
April 30, 2024Always a great experience!! Jessica is such a pleasant person and so professional! All the staff are friendly and welcoming!
Joan Brydges
February 21, 2024 -
Marni is kind, courteous, patient and very talented.
Connie K
February 19, 2023Not only do we get exceptional service here but they have a shoe horn (a must and this is the only business where I’ve seen one!) AND a Nespresso machine!!... read more
Pat Parker
February 19, 2023 -
The service is ALWAYS fantastic. Emily knows exactly what I want without me having to give the details. When I was unable to secure a booking with Emily, I was... read more
Michelle Brennick
January 21, 2024This hair salon is just simply AMAZING. I drive from Calgary to get my curly haircut at Chez Soi, and i wouldn't go anywhere else ! Cozy and friendly ambiance,... read more
Cindy Wilson
March 18, 2023 -
I am always so pleased with my hair. Both when I first leave after my hair cut, as well as months later. It grows out beautifully! Ziane is brilliant... read more
Nancy Thomson
December 21, 2023Great customer service Best Haircolouring with Emily, she always makes you look your best !
Roswitha Schmitt-Blouin
March 21, 2024 -
Was here for a massage and it was great. Ask for Stacey.
Mike Moore
June 19, 2022Love my hair cut,Jessica!
Linda Szkorupa
January 21, 2024 -
Just moved to Calgary from a much smaller center in 2023. Have had two hair cuts with Jessica and she is such a sweetheart. I have never had a curly... read more
Kendra MacPherson
June 21, 2023It shouldn't be physically painful when someone dries your hair. Styled and cut my hair as if it's straight. I almost cried right there in the salon, I was horrified.... read more
H. Webber
March 19, 2022
