Elgin Charles

Elgin Charles, known the world over as the "Emperor of Hair", is a visionary impresario whose upscale beauty salon in the heart of Beverly Hills has been an iconic fixture amongst the Cartiers & Pradas of the glitzy Rodeo Dr. shopping district for more than 20 years. A native of San Antonio, TX, Elgin has always been both analytical and creative; this due in part to rearing from both his mother, an award-winning blues singer, and his father, a biochemist. He walked away from a highly successful career in finance at Smith Barney, along with a keen interest in theology, to follow his passion - hair! Elgin's innovative styles and techniques have made him one of the most sought after celebrity hairstylists in the industry today. His clients include: Joan Collins, Diahann Carroll, Drew Barrymore, Serena Williams, Gabrielle Union, Joy Behar, Estelle, Verdine White, Star Jones, Natalie Cole, Baroness Monica von Neumann, and many others. Staffed with a talented group of master stylists, the E