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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I have thick curly hair and usually have so much difficulty at the hair dresser getting a cut that looks good on me. Not at Chez Soi!!!! I will never... read more
Dynelle Dunn
April 21, 2024Emily was fantastic with dealing with my massive head of curly hair for a deva cut. She was really great about teaching me the techniques for styling that she was... read more
Courtney Loach
March 19, 2022 -
Emily gave me my first ever curly cut today, and I love it! It was so refreshing to have a stylist who truly understands curly hair! No need to wash... read more
Kristina Moore
March 19, 2022Been 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, 2023 -
Emily was very nice and did a wonderful job.
Melissa Dickey
May 21, 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 -
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, 2023Zaine is absolutely amazing! A real curly hair wizard, natural teacher and great conversationalist. : )
Sarah Alexander
March 21, 2024 -
Was here for a massage and it was great. Ask for Stacey.
Mike Moore
June 19, 2022Fantastic friendly atmosphere and I always receive a great curly cut when I visit Ziane at Chez Soi!
Shonda Day
December 21, 2023 -
Ziane is AMAZING. You wont find a better or more honest hairstylist.
Alicia MacDonald
March 19, 2022I 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, 2023 -
Marni is kind, courteous, patient and very talented.
Connie K
February 19, 2023This is the place if you have naturally curly hair!! Ziane always give me a great cut!!
Gail A
July 19, 2022 -
Great, as always!
Marilyn Barbour
April 30, 2024We drive up from Calgary because Jessica at Chez Soi 1912 does the best curly cuts. We highly recommend, it’s worth it if you have curly hair.
Julie Porco
January 21, 2024 -
I have seen both Ziane and Joslyn for Curly cuts, and they are both amazing! Chez Soi is the best salon I have been to for a Curly cut, and... read more
Celia Paolucci
December 21, 2023Great customer service Best Haircolouring with Emily, she always makes you look your best !
Roswitha Schmitt-Blouin
March 21, 2024 -
They have the absolute best hair dresser in Canada. Emily Watts
RNR Tools LTD Bob Watts
March 19, 2022Chez 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, 2024