Sherrie has been cutting hair for seven years and is dually licensed as a Master Barber and Cosmetologist. She did a two-year apprenticeship under four master barbers in Burlington, MA and worked for 2 years under a master barber specializing in shaving in Woburn, MA. She believes that the perfect haircut is one that compliments the clients’ features and lifestyle. She loves working at the Old South Barber Spa because of the wonderful group of people. Sherrie previously worked at The Loft and Gents Barber Spa here on the peninsula.

Hailey has been working as a licensed Massage Therapist and Neuromuscular Therapist for two years. She specializes in neuromuscular and trigger point massage and believes that perfect massage needs to relieve tension spots. Her job is her passion and loves working at the Old South Barber Spa because the relaxed atmosphere is what a client needs.

Barber Spa Director and Master Stylist, Fiona has more than 20 years experience in all aspects of cosmetology. She has worked in several private salons and served as area supervisor for a national salon chain. Fiona says, “The perfect haircut requires little maintenance as it grows out and makes you look and feel terrific.” You may happen to see Fiona singing and playing keyboards in the band “The Cool” at various venues in Charleston, but she’ll always be back at the Old South because she enjoys the professional environment and the beautiful, historic building at 10 State Street. Fiona previously worked at The Loft and Gents Barber Spa here on the peninsula.

With Darlene’s “perfect haircut,” you’ll leave looking and feeling like a million bucks! She applies her meticulous personality to all her haircuts so that each gentleman’s cut is perfect. Darlene has 16 years of experience with men’s haircuts. Darlene loves EVERYTHING about her job, and you will hardly find her without her scissors in hand. But when she does get time off, this little “Philly” enjoying the great outdoors whether it be going fishing or bike riding. Darlene previously worked at The Loft and Gents Barber Spa here on the peninsula.

Grace loves to have a good laugh, and we keep her smiling here at the Old South. She channels all of this positive energy into her massages, and six years of experience as a massage and bodywork therapist doesn’t hurt either! As one of Grace’s clients, you’ll leave feeling much better than when you arrived. When Grace isn’t working out someone else’s tension she’s doing it for herself through hiking, running and yoga. She loves the outdoors but also likes to curl up with a good book.

Elise, better known as “Fancy Pants” to us here at the Barber Spa, is a junior at the College of Charleston. This Kentucky native is double majoring in vocal performance and arts administration. When Elise isn’t working with the “great people” at the Old South, she’s out playing with Bella, her Border Collie/Spaniel, or rehearsing for one of her performances. Be sure to ask her about her next show so you can hear just how fabulous she can sing!

Kim is a massage therapist and hairstylist here at the Old South. A perfect haircut to Kim is one that can be styled easily. Kim’s the master of Infusion Massage with 26 years of experience. Originally from New York, Kim loves the relaxed atmosphere and meeting interesting people at the Old South. Kim’s dedication to fitness landed her two World Fitness Championships.

“The people are fabulous and so considerate,” says Casey about the Old South. Southern born and raised, Casey loves SEC football and running the streets of downtown Charleston. With a degree in Communications from College of Charleston, she has had previous job experience with Grand Ideas Inc. and Trident United Way.

Artist, body painter and former opera singer: this is Dolly Paul, and yes, Dolly is her real name. She has over 26 years of experience as a licensed massage therapist. She tailors her massages to the client’s specific concerns, ensuring that the client’s needs are met. In addition to traditional massage, Dolly specializes in Craniosacral massage and is a Reiki Master. She enjoys the architecture and ambience of the Old South, not to mention the great location and people. Though this is a far cry from Motown, Dolly is right at home in Charleston.

This Art History Major has quite an interesting history herself. A native of Shreveport, LA, Leigh is a painter and has worked in museums for the past 10 years, and she personally knows Lyle Tuttle, “The Father of American Tattooing.” Not many people can say that! As an artist, Leigh appreciates the beauty of the Old South and the restoration of this historic building.

Amber has been a licensed cosmetologist for nine years and is new to the South. Originally from Washington State, Amber enjoys the wonderful weather and company Charleston has to offer. She enjoys her days at Old South Barber Spa with the great staff and relaxing atmosphere. Amber also has a love for music and has worked in promotions in her spare time.

Stacey has long been called an artist with hair because she listens to what her clients want, and combines that with her ability to envision a great look to achieve a perfect haircut. Finally settled in the Charleston area, Stacey's at Old South Barber Spa to continue the talents that earned her a large clientele in Columbia, where she spent four years as Five Points’ first-ever female barber in a shop continuously open since 1937. From her earlier work at Carmen! Carmen!, Stacey learned much through a mentorship with Carmen himself, who personally instructed her in honing some hairstyling skills he learned from his colleague Vidal Sassoon. Oh yes, Stacey arrives prepared to successfully please her clients. With admirable work ethics and strong family values, Stacey is delighted to be a part of Old South's staff while looking forward to spending her leisure time with cousins and siblings on James Island, and knowing the joys of coming home to her Pomeranian "Mikey".

Autumn just recently moved back to South Carolina, after spending many years in Crested Butte, CO. While out west, she obtained a B.A. in Kinesiology and later studied massage therapy at the Mountain Heart School of Massage and Bodywork, where she graduated with over 850 hours. She has been a massage therapist for three years and specializes in Swedish, deep tissue, neuromuscular, and sports massage. Practicing massage is a huge part of her life and seeing the positive effects that it has on all of her clients has become life-changing.

Stephanie, a Kentucky native, moved to Charleston in 1996 to pursue a degree in physical therapy. Deciding to try massage therapy instead, she knew immediately that is was her calling. She’s been practicing for the last 13 years and has developed her own unique style of a deep Swedish massage. Long flowing movements provide a sense of continuity which aid in the relaxation aspect and the pressure and attention to trigger points provide the therapeutic aspect...great "gain" with as little "pain" as possible for a totally enjoyable experience. Stephanie enjoys baking and eating and walking her rescue dog Jack. You may have seen her running the beautiful bridges in the area, or maybe you’ve taken one of her yoga classes. Stephanie is a certified yoga instructor, with Hot or Bikram yoga being her favorite.