Studio 39 on 39th Street
Kansas City Salon History
In a Kansas City salon called Mario Tricoci’s, Gemy Chiarizio began her career as a hair cutting specialist. She opened Studio 39 in a loft on 39th street in July of 2001.
Eight weeks later 9/11 occurred, and lifting the spirits and confidence of others became her goal. When we feel our best, we’re better prepared to meet a challenge. Personal care helps create this possibility, so connecting with others through salon services became our purpose.
Kansas City Salon Buzz.
Specialty work in Kansas City was rare 20 years ago, so Gemy’s work gained attention. Hiring cosmetology graduates helped her manage a growing clientele, and it also helped develop them into accomplished stylists.
Cultivating success by mentoring created consistency, so our reputation for grew. Honoring the men and women in service has remained since September 11, 2001. Active military, police officers, and first responders receive a 10% off as a thank you for their dedication to our community and local business.
West Side Studio 39
Local Business
The 2008 recession affected local businesses, but when many were downsizing, the salon experienced growth. After finding a gallery space in the West Side/Crossroads area, Gemy supervised salon construction for the move off 39th street. Within 2 years they outgrew their space again, so she searched for a permanent space the salon would not outgrow.
Kansas City Salon Flagship.
Before the recession, Downtown Kansas City development was booming, but by 2010 it had come to a halt, making the search for a large space difficult.
But Gemy’s construction background & creativity made an empty 4,000 square foot warehouse into S39 Downtown KC.
Building began in the fall of 2012 in the historic Bottling District on Broadway and I35 on her largest salon build. Three months later January 2nd, 2013 Studio 39 Salon re-opened at our 614 W.26th Street location.
Downtown Kansas City Studio 39 ~ 2012 to 2021
Our Community
Gemy was a play volunteer in the oncology wing at Children’s Mercy Hospital for many years. Giving kids in treatment emotional and mental security to feel safe enough to play and be creative is an important part of development. This is especially true for kids in treatment isolation.
CMH is an asset to our community, so Stock The Shoppe is a favorite S39 seasonal charity. Created by former Chiefs player (and cancer survivor) Eric Berry, Stock the Shoppe offers a free “toy store” for families in extended treatment. Within the safety of the hospital, families can have the experience of Christmas shopping together without leaving the hospital.
Travis Kelce & Walk the Walk
In 2015 Chiefs player Travis Kelce hosted the first Walk the Walk fashion show through his foundation 87 & Running. S39 had the honor to be invited as the sponsor salon. 2022 was the last year for the event, it became the largest charity fashion event in Kansas City.
Travis still does benefit events for the kids of Operation Breakthrough. Walk The Walk was the first of these events and it was a huge success ran for 8 years. Studio 39 Salon was is honored to be part of this endeavor from the beginning.
Guests always comment on how our team loves being together. We value authenticity, and love being in the salon because it’s our second home.
Vibe and culture are everything and we want guests to feel at home with us.
Welcome to Studio 39
