We are situated in both the snug and premium St. John’s in Wakefield, and the Wharfedale valleys picturesque market town of Ilkley.

We’ve been fortunate enough to work at London fashion week and with designers such as Vivienne Westwood and we specialise in colour correction, weddings and long hair.

JOSEPH DAWSON
DIRECTOR / WAKEFIELD

Under the creative direction of Joseph Dawson, with over 25 years industry experience in some of the most high profile salons worldwide including Nicky Clarke, Vidal Sassoon and Tony and Guy at senior levels, he has a MCA degree in colour and a wealth of knowledge on how to get your hair looking great yet manageable.

PHILLIP DAWSON
DIRECTOR / ILKLEY

Under the creative direction of Phillip Dawson, the Ilkley salon is a high-end salon with leading stylists. Phillip has over 20 years industry experience and specialises in cutting and styling and has done so across many of Leeds big name salons.

CONSCIOUS BEAUTY

A range of professional eco-friendly vegan products that colours, cares and protects your hair.


Selected raw materials and naturally derived ingredients extracted from organic plants ensure conditions of maximum respect for the well-being of people, of their hair and of the environment in which they live.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

  • First visit, love love love my hair. A master of keeping it natural , looking forward to coming back for my colour ❤️

    Fran Cesca Avatar Fran Cesca
    29/10/2022

    A massive thank you for the amazing job done on my hair and my daughters! Along with several others. You made my day so amazing can’t thank you enough ! Not only did I look like a princess on my wedding but even after 12 hours of fun my hair was still perfect ! I would recommend you to any one Thank you Joseph and Philip you are truly perfect xx

    Claire Marie Avatar Claire Marie
    01/08/2022

    Always love my visits to Joseph, nothing is too much trouble and he is amazing at what he does 🥰🥰

    Adele Green Avatar Adele Green
    20/04/2022

    Had my hair cut today - it’s the BEST cut and style that I’ve had done for ages! Joseph wasn’t familiar with my hair prior to today and my hair goes curly when wet but I blow dry it straight. I often find that stylists struggle with it a bit. However Joseph made a fantastic job of it and I love what he’s created for me - very grateful!! Thank you so much. Gorgeous dogs too! Suzanne 🙂

    Zusanneh Ouse Avatar Zusanneh Ouse
    30/12/2021

    Joseph is a highly talented hairdresser with excellent skills who make you feel welcome, special and as good as he makes you look. The best.

    Katrina Doves Avatar Katrina Doves
    16/04/2021

    I was worried about having my hair cut again because of Coronavirus but the experience in the salon really put my mind at rest. The salon is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. Masks and sanitiser are available on entry and Joseph made the whole experience relaxing and enjoyable. And I love my new short hair cut!

    Shirley Clarkson Avatar Shirley Clarkson
    26/08/2020
  • Wonderful experience earlier today with Joseph... thank you for rescuing my hair you’ve worked wonders x See you again soon x

    Nicola Harper Avatar Nicola Harper
    08/08/2020

    I had my first haircut with Joseph yesterday and the whole experience was wonderful. The salon is beautiful, all safety precautions taken and Joseph is approachable and welcoming. Although it will take more than one cut to truly sort my hair out, it already looks and feels so much better and Joseph took the time to talk me through and explain the cut. Thoroughly looking forward to my next appointment 🙂

    Hannah Harding Avatar Hannah Harding
    02/08/2020

    I’ve had my first post lockdown haircut with Joseph last week. The salon has always been super clean for the last 10 years or so that I’ve been going there but post-Covid it’s even more immaculate although I didn’t think that was possible. All safety measures are adhered to and it feels completely safe environment with clients socially distanced and in masks. And last but not least - Joseph, as ever the genius, turned my post lockdown mop into beautiful hair again 💁🏻‍♀️ thank you for being so amazing at what you do! 😘 you get 10 out of 5 from me! 😘

    Aga Knowles Avatar Aga Knowles
    30/07/2020

    After a whole year of not being touched Joseph brought my colour back to life!! Very clean, well spaced out salon... would definitely recommend... even though he did tell me off for my nails been a mess (🙈) ha ha. Next job to get those sorted!! 😉

    Rach Louise Avatar Rach Louise
    29/07/2020

    I have been going to Joseph bespoke for a while now and the service and results are amazing! Since lockdown has lifted, the salon feels a clean and safe environment (hand sanitizers and masks available, limited people in the salon etc) and the service is still great! I highly recommend to anyone wanting a honest, hilarious hairdresser for a fabulous cut and colour!

    Hollie Appleby Avatar Hollie Appleby
    29/07/2020

    Absolutely spotless (normally is ) but taken to the next level now. Super safe and super treatment - thank you . 5 star recommendation x

    Nikki Summers Avatar Nikki Summers
    28/07/2020
  • I was so happy to be seeing Philip again last week. He had kept in touch throughout the lockdown and I knew tgat everything would be as required when I had my appointment. It was my usual delightful experience - seamless and as hassle-free as possible, but safe and spotless with helpful clear guidance for do's and don'ts. Well done, Philip. Challenging times but you always put your customers first. Thankyou. 👏👏👏

    Helen Lesak Avatar Helen Lesak
    27/07/2020

    Went to see Joseph after lockdown, when I got there Joseph was cleaning, had no concerns what so ever, when I left Joseph was cleaning (its always spotless anyway) and I left with gorgeous hair as usual X

    Kathryn Smith Avatar Kathryn Smith
    27/07/2020

    Lovely warm welcome from Joseph. Salon absolutely spotless as always. Friendly engaging chat. Made my daughter feel very special and made a disaster of a hair cut attempt into a top class hair style. Got to see aurora and Sebastian too. Would recommend Joseph. Walk out feeling amazing ❤️❤️❤️

    Tracy Harple Avatar Tracy Harple
    26/07/2020

    I was so excited for my post lockdown visit to Joseph Bespoke. The salon was immaculately clean (as it always is) and Joseph has gone to great lengths to ensure clients feel safe & welcome, promoting social distancing & high levels of sanitisation. Needless to say my cut & colour were on point & I've had a relentless stream of compliments since. Already looking forward to my next visit 😊

    Claire Wilkinson Green Avatar Claire Wilkinson
    26/07/2020

    Have been going to Joseph for a few months now and love the styles he creates, my hair isn't the easiest to work with. Managed to get an appointment straight after lockdown, everything was really clean and Joseph had made sure that everything was in place as per the guidelines, made sure I felt super safe. Would certainly recommend.

    Karen Reid Avatar Karen Reid
    26/07/2020

    Joseph was fantastic from start to finish. Beautiful salon and was so helpful with helping me to reach a decision about my hair. I honestly left feeling like I’d had the best haircut ever! Really luxurious products and all in all a 5 star experience at a very reasonable price. So delighted to have found a great hair dresser in Wakefield and to love my hair again - thank you! 💇🏽‍♀️🥳🥰

    Helen Firth Avatar Helen Firth
    06/02/2020
  • I have just started coming to Joseph for my hair cutting and colouring and have been really pleased with the results. I knew as soon as he started cutting my hair that I could trust him. My hair is naturally wavy and has seemed to be a bit of a challenge for some hairdressers! I found the salon to have a relaxing, friendly atmosphere.

    Jane Fascione Avatar Jane Fascione
    22/11/2019

    Love coming here for my hair appointment. Highly recommend

    Liz Cowie Avatar Liz Cowie
    20/11/2019

    Best hair cut I have had in years, amazing customer service and lovely dogs too

    Andrea Jeffery Avatar Andrea Jeffery
    19/09/2019

    Lovely salon and Joseph is super friendly making you feel comfortable straight away! He did an amazing job transforming my hair and I would recommend to anyone! 💜

    Colette Blackshaw Avatar Colette Blackshaw
    11/07/2019

    Very happy with service! Lovely welcome atmosphere! Booking soon again 🤗

    Ilze Karzone Avatar Ilze Karzone
    03/06/2019

    Really happy with my hair cut from Joseph. I asked to keep as much length as possible, which previous hairdressers have pretty much ignored, and there was very little hair actually cut off but now it's actually styled. My hair looks fantastic and very healthy now. Loved the shampoo and conditioner used as well ❤ Thanks so much, I'll definitely be back.

    Sami Wright Avatar Sami Wright
    26/03/2019

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