Meet the Bucks stylist nominated for eight national hair awards

We chat to Shannon Byrne, the Bucks stylist & SEN champion mum who’s earned national recognition with eight UK award nominations.

For local stylist Shannon Byrne, building a business has always been about more than great hair – it’s about heart, community and confidence.

Founder of Shan’s Salon, a home-based space specialising in colour, blondes and creative transformations, Shannon has spent the past decade honing her craft.

Starting in the industry aged just 16, she qualified by 19 and has since built a loyal client base – all while raising her two young children.

“It means so much to build something in the town I’ve grown up in,” she says. “There’s a real sense of community here.”

Inside the award-nominated home salon

That connection is now being celebrated on a national stage. Shan’s Salon has been named a finalist in an incredible eight categories at the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026, including Best Home Salon, Best Colour Salon and Hair Stylist of the Year.

For Shannon, the recognition goes far beyond technical skill.

“It reflects the whole experience – the care, the branding, the environment. Everything I’ve worked so hard to create.” Her salon is designed to feel calm, welcoming and personal – a place where clients can truly relax.

Creating a calm and inclusive client experience

This ethos extends to her inclusive approach, offering flexible, understanding appointments for SEN children and neurodivergent clients.

“It’s something very close to my heart, everyone deserves to feel comfortable and looked after.”

A proud homegrown Bucks success story

Shannon’s roots in the area run deep. Having attended local schools before training at Buckinghamshire College Group, her journey is a true homegrown success story.

Today, she continues to champion other independents, giving a shout-out to local favourite Livia’s Sweet Treats and supporting community events wherever she can.

She is also a member of the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust, reflecting her wider commitment to the local environment and community.

Representing Aylesbury on a national stage

Looking ahead, the awards ceremony is set to be a major highlight in an already landmark year.

“To represent Aylesbury at that level is something I’m incredibly proud of,” she says.

But despite the accolades, Shannon remains grounded in what matters most: her clients, her family and the town that supported her from the start.

For her, success isn’t just about great hair – it’s about creating a space where people feel seen, supported and confident when they walk out the door.

Find out more by following @shans_salon on Instagram.

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