Hard to believe it’s been almost 60 years since Philip started his 1st hairstyling job right out of beauty school. And no less his first job was at the prestigious Saks Fifth Avenue Hair Salon in downtown Pittsburgh. His story is pretty cool and so are these rare photos…
Philip shares, “I dropped out of high school to work as sheet metal worker and I was a proud member of Sheet Metal Local #12. I respected the value of a hard day’s work and earning a paycheck. I also knew I wanted to do something creative, perhaps in fashion I thought. Then started attending Pittsburgh Beauty Academy and on my first week I knew I found my calling. I sold my car to pay for beauty school and started on this exciting journey. I opened my first salon at the tender age of 20 and still love every minute. I still have something to say, create and be, so our journey continues!”
Behind The Scenes…
Photo of Philip Pelusi circa 1964
Hair by Philip Pelusi
Shoot Location Saks 5th Avenue downtown Pittsburgh
BuZZworthy is fun facts and photos about how Philip got started in the industry, his salon journey, the history of his products, with more adventures on the horizon! See ALL BuZZworthy on BuZZworthy (busystylist.com)