What the douce?

Our owner and founder. Phil’s impressive brainchild started out in our 1960s Airstreams where he used innovation to change the way of hairdressing to suit a better lifestyle for himself and his clients. After winning prestigious, national awards for himself as Entrepreneur of the Year and our Airstreams winning Best Boutique Salon; Phil set his sights on opening a brick-and-mortar salon where he could encompass all his concepts into a collaborative space and build his brand. His origins started in Sassoon and Toni & Guy and led to barbering in New York and working in many other reputable salons across London. Phil’s versatility and impressive repertoire with hair are down to an extreme eye for attention to detail. As precise in mind, as he is in his haircuts.

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CAMBRIDGE/ Eddington

Tuesday / 11am - 9pm

Wednesday / 11am - 9pm

LONDON / Shoreditch

Monday / 9am - 7pm

Thursday / 9am - 7pm

Friday / 11am - 7pm

With nearly 10 years of experience under his scissors and douce’s first employee, Ali has established himself as an extremely talented stylist. Ali’s flair can be seen in all styles, making him incredibly versatile. His passion lies in curly hair where his unparalleled attention to detail can be seen. A self-proclaimed perfectionist in his own right taught at the prestigious Toni&Guy where he excelled with the highest honours showing his aptitude in hair. Ali has really found his finesse at douce and meets our ethos down to a tee where he continues to help douce become more than just a brand.

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CAMBRIDGE/ Eddington

Monday / 12am - 9pm

Wednesday / 10am - 7pm *

Thursday / 9am - 5pm

Friday / 10am - 6pm

Saturday / 10am - 4pm *

* (Once a month Saturday replaces Wednesday)

LONDON/ Shoreditch

Tuesday / 10am - 7pm

With well over 15 years of experience in the industry, Lucy has worked across most roles in hairdressing to get to where she is today. Starting as an apprentice at a top salon in Cambridge and working up through roles.

She headed to London and Guildford managing salons as an artistic stylist and creative colour technician, working closely with leading companies. In 2011 Lucy moved back to Cambridge to pursue her career further, specialising in colour and teaching all levels. Our creative expert, Lucy creates the most beautiful hair-up styles for weddings, events and photo shoots. Lucy now manages our beautiful concept store in Eddington with her husband Nick. Sharp as a knife, she doesn’t miss a trick and will remember anything you tell her. Warm, compassionate and engaging. A perfect fit for the family.

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CAMBRIDGE/ Eddington

Monday / 9:30am - 7pm

Tuesday / 9:30am - 7pm

Wednesday / 9:30am - 4pm

Thursday / 11am - 9pm

Friday / 9:30am - 2:30pm

Saturday / 10am-3pm
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Tamara’s talent shows through her work and her ambition to learn and her creative colours and fresh techniques put a smile on all her client’s faces. Having been a fashion model herself, Tamara’s keen eye for what’s on trend really brings a new element to the team. Besides all that Tamara loves a big colour transformation, vegan cooking and having a good chin wag over a coffee.

Since joining the team in early 2023, Tamara’s 5-star, wonderful reviews speak for themselves. An incredible addition to our team!

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CAMBRIDGE / Eddington

Monday / 9am - 5pm

Tuesday / 9am - 4pm *

Wednesday / 11am - 9pm

Thursday / 9am - 7pm

Friday / 9am - 7pm

Saturday / 10am - 4pm *

* (Twice a month Saturday replaces Tuesday)

Our Shoreditch Airstream has strengthened with Joe’s well-rounded wealth of experience in both men’s and women’s hair.

Born and bred in Brighton with over 10 years of experience within incredible, independent eco salons. Joe’s passion channels into natural textures and styles, working with clients to get an effortless, laid-back look for all hair types.

In Joe's first year, he has received an abundance of exceptional reviews from numerous delighted customers. This achievement reflects his commitment to precision and excellence in his work.

LONDON / Shoreditch

Monday / 10am - 7pm

Tuesday / 2pm - 7pm

Wednesday / 9am - 7pm

Thursday / 9am - 7pm

Friday / 9am - 7pm

Whether it’s classic or creative Joey believes every style starts with a strong consultation. A tailor-made and bespoke haircut for all clients, designed to fit your lifestyle and work life. Joey enjoys the balance of both himself and will often be playing squash, going for a walk or supporting his questionable football team! A great conversationalist whose day will be made by the smile on your face as you walk out of the salon.

Welcome to the team!

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CAMBRIDGE / Eddington

Monday / 11am - 8pm

Tuesday / 9am - 6pm *

Wednesday / 12am - 7pm

Thursday / 11am - 9pm

Friday / 9am - 7pm

Saturday / 10am - 4pm *

* (Twice a month Saturday replaces Wednesday)

Working alongside Phil; helping him map out the journey and vision of douce is our Sophie. The name “douce” originates from Sophie’s French heritage meaning “soft, sweet or fresh.” If Phil’s attention to detail was anything to compare to then Sophie’s wouldn’t have a single hair out of place. With her background in interior design, Sophie has worked for many high-end design companies including Martin Brudnizki Design Studio and 1508, continuing to excel in her career outside of douce. Her meticulous planning and excellent execution of the design are reflected in both our airstreams and new concept store, where you will see her artistic paintings on show. Her creative flair really shows through her art and not just her work. It really shows Sophie’s playful attitude and a keen eye for detail.

Nick has more style and substance than most. An exceptional talent in music, Nick has toured across the world in various bands, had an album sell out in Japan and been a regular on BBC Radio One. In his spare time, he is part of a group that reenacts WWII photos and events. He’s appeared on tv and really does look like a blast from the past. He has a keen eye for attention to detail which must run in the Benton family. Nick enjoys the simple things in life that are quality. As Lucy’s husband and Phil’s brother, he has always been around at our events to lend a helping hand. A warm and laid-back presence behind the bar and a good ear for an interesting conversation.

A Jack of all trades is better than a master of one, in this case anyway! Antony boasts many talents including cooking, having a vast knowledge for music and enjoying horticulture. He has recently enrolled on a college course to help persue this new ambition and hopes to set his green fingers on the new store some day soon. Before working for douce he was working as a chef in a local cambridge pub serving up some of the tastiest pub classics. Good hearty meals from a very hearty guy!

A keen enthusiast for everything outdoors and a true perfectionist, he really is a maverick in every field that he sets his mind to. Boasting a full EASA/CAA pilot’s license and now beginning his training to fly helicopters shows only part of his meticulous mind. You can find Ben either at the climbing gym, hiking out to find more trad-climbing routes that the UK has to offer or tooting his trumpet with a local brass band. Being a family friend to the team, he’s been a great fit for douce even before he was employed.