Ladies & Gents Spa – Where Community and Barbering Meet

A quaint Zionsville barber shop has become a beloved community fixture, thanks to the passion and dedication of its owner, Jeni Sherrieb. Sherrieb’s journey into the world of barbering began in 1992 when she graduated and began exploring the beauty industry. In 2002 she fell in love with cutting hair and has done it ever since. Sherrieb’s passion for barbering led her to establish her shop, Ladies & Gents Spa, where she serves as the sole owner and operator, handling every haircut and every business transaction herself.

“I really like the feel of the barber shop,” Sherrieb says. “It’s a place where all generations are welcome. I do haircuts for the whole family.”

With haircuts priced at $30, and $25 for seniors, Sherrieb ensures her services remain affordable. Her specialty, a hot towel neck shave, is a classic touch that adds a bit of luxury to the grooming experience.

The vintage charm of Sherrieb’s barbershop sets it apart from others. The shop is adorned with antiques and handcrafted items, creating a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere. One of her customers crafted a table for the shop, and another provided an antique coat rack.

“Everybody’s been really helpful,” she says. “They even helped me put my sign up outside. It’s been really great to see everyone come together.”

The shop’s environment extends beyond its decor to the personal experiences Sherrieb fosters with her clients. “I give them a safe environment where they can discuss whatever they want to discuss,” she says. “That’s why I’ve been in here by myself.”

Her solo operation allows for a level of trust and connection that clients value.

A particularly touching moment in Sherrieb’s career came when she was setting up her shop. “I looked at this place on my lunch [break] and I noticed these antique built-in shelves,” she says. “One of my customers had said their dad was a barber, and that their mom had come across a box with his old things. So when I looked in the window, I saw those empty shelves and I knew what was going to go there.”

She surprised the customer by displaying the antique items on the shelves, which moved him deeply. “He teared up a little bit,” she says. “Smiled really big, took a picture and sent it to his mom. It made her day too, and I’ve never even met her!”

Sherrieb’s shop has also become a sort of community hub. “It’s like a coffee shop kind of meeting place,” she says. “Everybody sits around and has coffee and talks, runs into so-and-so – that type of feel.”

Sherrieb’s personal journey is a testament to her dedication and vision. “I had always dreamed of having my own shop, but I never imagined living in the village or having my driveway on the bricks, let alone my shop,” she says. “I moved here just 30 days after opening. I just fell in love with the town.”

As Sherrieb continues to build on her vision, she remains deeply connected to the values that inspired her journey. Her shop is not just a place for haircuts; it’s a gathering spot where people come together, share stories and feel a sense of belonging. “I always give people vision boards as a gift,” she says.

She loves helping others see what is possible, just as she’s been able to realize her own dreams here in Zionsville.

Visit Ladies & Gents Spa at 62 North 1st Street in Zionsville.