Peter Mark is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.
Founded by brothers Peter and Mark Keaveney in 1961 on Grafton Street, Dublin, the hairdressing duo created the style, trends, and techniques of the Swinging Sixties in Dublin.
And despite a rocky two years for the industry over the pandemic, they are confident the best is still to come.
Reflecting on the milestone anniversary, Mark Keaveney commented: “When we launched our first salon on Grafton Street in 1961, we had a vision.
“That vision was to be at the forefront of style, shaping the trends of Irish hair and to perfect the ultimate client experience using innovative and creative skills. I am proud to say that vision still rings true today.
“We continue to innovate and create, and we have an amazingly talented team who do incredible work.
“There is no doubt that the last 18 months has been one of the most challenging times I can recall for hairdressing, but I am confident that the industry will continue to thrive.
“The pandemic has given people a newfound appreciation for hairdressing and the role it plays in our lives.”
From the fledgling business on Grafton Street, Peter Mark has now become one of Ireland’s most recognisable brands - with 67 salons on the island of Ireland.
Education is the cornerstone of the Peter Mark brand, they insist, and told how the company runs its own best-in-class education programme for its staff.
The founder added: “When I look to the future and the calibre of people, we have working for us and going through our training college, I am confident that the future of the industry is extremely bright.”
