Awards & Recognition
Celebrating 14 Years of Beauty, Heart & Community
At Pin-Up Curls, our story is one of heart, hard work, and a whole lot of hairspray. 💕
From a small dream to one of Fort Wayne’s most loved and recognized salons, we’ve spent the last 14 years growing through life with our guests.
Our awards are more than shiny plaques — they’re reminders of the guests who trust us, the team who shows up every day with passion, and the community that cheers us on.
Salon Today's
Top 200 salon
We’re honored (and still pinching ourselves ✨) to be named a Salon Today Top 200 Salon nine times!
Each award celebrates excellence in:
💫 Culture & Leadership
💫 Growth & Education
💫 Marketing & Guest Experience
💫 Philanthropy & Community Impact
To be recognized among the top salons in North America again and again is a reflection of the heart and hustle of our entire Curl Crew — and every guest who chooses us.
Phorest Client
Experience Award
Multiple Years, Including 2025
We are beyond proud to be a multi-year Phorest Client Experience Award winner!
This recognition celebrates salons that deliver a consistent 5-star guest experience, based on verified client reviews.
Thank you to our amazing guests — your feedback and loyalty make this possible every single day.
The Velocity Award from the High Performance Salon Academy celebrates salons that achieve outstanding growth, teamwork, and leadership while staying true to their culture and purpose. Pin-Up Curls earned this award by combining passion with performance — growing stronger together, hitting big goals, and leading with heart. It’s proof that when our Curl Crew moves with intention and unity, we can achieve anything. 🚀💖
Velocity Award —
High Performance
Salon Academy
Neighborhood Fave
Nextdoor
(Several Years Running)
Our neighbors voted, and we couldn’t be more grateful!
Winning Neighborhood Fave on Nextdoor means the world because it comes straight from our community.
Thank you, Fort Wayne, for keeping us your go-to spot for all things beauty, laughter, and love.
BBB Accredited
(A Rating)
Trust, transparency, and integrity are at the heart of how we do business.
Pin-Up Curls is proudly BBB Accredited with an A Rating, a reflection of our commitment to honesty, guest care, and doing what’s right — always.
Google Reviews
900+ and Counting!
With over 900 Google reviews and a 4.9-star rating, we’re endlessly thankful for the love and feedback from our guests.
Every review is a story — of transformations, confidence, and connection. Your words inspire us daily to keep raising the bar.
Philanthropy &
Community Giving
We believe beauty has power — the power to make a difference.
Giving back has always been at the heart of Pin-Up Curls, and together we’ve raised thousands of dollars for causes that mean the world to us.
Some of the causes we’ve supported:
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Livestrong Foundation — supporting cancer survivors
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Breast Cancer Awareness — through our Pretty in Pink: Curls for a Cause events
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Angelman Syndrome Foundation — helping families find hope
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Local Women’s Shelters — empowering fresh starts
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Fort Wayne’s Carriage House — supporting mental health and recovery
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Local Schools & Sports Teams — sponsorships, spirit events & team support
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Donation Haircuts & Fundraisers — because giving feels as good as a fresh blowout 😉
Every event, raffle, and pink ribbon signed reminds us: when we come together, good things grow.
Local Love &
Recognition
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Recognized by local media for team culture & philanthropy
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Known for our family-friendly vibe, diverse talent, and all-around good energy
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Featured in Fort Wayne Lifestyle Magazine: May 25 October 25
Clean Beauty &
Sustainable
Luxury
As proud Eufora Partner Salons and Eminence Organic Spa professionals, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between beautiful and responsible.
Our products are clean, sustainable, and kind — just like our people.
Our Promise
Awards are amazing (we do love a good sparkle moment), but our greatest honor is the trust of our guests and the community we call home.
Here’s to many more years of growth, giving, and good hair days ahead.
💖 Thank you, Fort Wayne, for being our forever home for beauty & heart.