Get to Know Capelli & Co in Brooksville, FL

Meghann Zarrillo and her salon Capelli & Co
Beauty Launchpad is spotlighting the winners of its Top 20 Salons contest, sponsored by Wella Professionals. Here, Meghann Zarrillo welcomes us to Capelli & Co in Brooksville, FL.
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Beauty Launchpad is spotlighting the winners of its Top 20 Salons contest for 2025! Sponsored by Wella Professionals, this contest spotlights innovative and unique salons that go above and beyond to provide stellar experiences for their clients and opportunities for growth for their hair pros.

Here, Meghann Zarrillo (@capellibymegs) welcomes us to Capelli & Co in Brooksville, FL, established in July 2011. 

Q&A with Salon Owner 

Beauty Launchpad (BLP): What is the backstory of your salon? What motivated you to start your business?

Meghann Zarrillo (MZ): After working in a corporate salon my first few years, I knew I wanted something different. I wanted the clients and the staff to come before meeting crazy quotas and being kept in a box. Some think you can’t mix friends and business, but I believe that the bonds we’ve created and actually caring about your employees has led to my success. We truly are a family here. After 11 years in the same location, we relocated to a space more than double in size and continue to grow!

Capelli & Co salon interiorCapelli & Co salon interiorCourtesy of Capelli & CoBLP: What is the overall aesthetic of your salon? What inspired you when designing the space?

MZ: Laid-back luxury, neutral vibes with some pops of green. Modern Mediterranean was at the top of the mood board. We wanted a rich yet inviting feel.

BLP: What services do you provide your clients? Are any of these services signature and/or exclusive to your salon?

MZ: We provide all salon services but specialize in lived-in dimensional color and blonding.

BLP: What products are used/retailed in your salon? Do you have a personal favorite?

MZ: We use Matrix and Redken Color and carry a wide variety of retail from Moroccan Oil to Olaplex. My faves will always be Kenra Blowdry Spray and Olaplex No.6.

BLP: What makes your salon unique and stand out?

MZ: I think the camaraderie among the stylists is felt by the clients, and it’s just good vibes all around. Capelli appointments will always leave you feeling good.'Hey Babe, nice hair' neon salon sign inside Capelli & Co salon."Hey Babe, nice hair" neon salon sign inside Capelli & Co salon.Courtesy of Capelli & Co

BLP: What takeaway do you hope clients have after a visit at your salon?

MZ: Most importantly the hair of their dreams but overall just feeling refreshed and taken care of. We enjoy our time with you just as much!

BLP: What piece of advice would you give to a new salon owner?

MZ: Be willing to take advice, but always trust your instincts and don’t be swayed from doing things how you want, even if it’s not viewed as the “right” way.

BLP: What changes do you want to see in the industry to help salon owners and hairstylists working in salons grow and thrive?

MZ: I would love more business based classes that teach all the things we don’t learn in cosmetology school!

BLP: What’s next for your salon? Do you have any goals for 2025?

MZ: When we expanded, one of our goals was to be able to host artists and bring more education into the space — maybe even get the guts to teach some myself. I'm excited to say we will be doing just that this March with someone I truly admire. Stay tuned!!

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