DETROIT – For as long as you can probably remember, salons and barbers have been closed on Monday.
Most are actually closed on Sunday and Monday. While Sunday isn't a shocker - Monday is a unique off day for the industry.
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There's actually a couple of reasons for it.
Firstly, most shops are run by private owners, and the Sunday-Monday off days give them a true weekend, since closing Saturday would be a bad business move.
Secondly, some cities had a form of union for barbers that lasted through the mid-20th century.
The union pushed employers to close on Sunday and Monday so that barbers could have a full 2-day weekend - which included being able to go to church - and no one would have a competitive advantage.
Although the unions aren't really around anymore - the tradition has stuck for many shops.
Many chain shops like Great Clips and Fantastic Sams are open on both days.