I began my career getting a full cosmetology license in the state of CT in 1989 and have never looked back. From owning a 12 person full service salon in West Hartford, being the first Artistic Director for Nails at Noelle Day Spa in Stamford and being the Director of Education for an international German Nail Manufacturer in my last for 8 years prior to opening up Soul to Sole Nail Care. I have a passion for education and a thirst for learning everything I can to make our clients experience the best it can be. Our goal is to exceed our own expectations and create a restful and enjoyable environment to work and play in.
About Michelle Davignon
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have been married to my husband Kevin (architect) for 24 years and the very blessed mother of Alexa (Junior at Roger Williams University) who is studying to be an early childhood teacher.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
What I love the most about what I do is the truly life long friendships and going into work each and everyday excited about friends I will get to see, new people I get to meet and challenging myself to exceed my own expectations with each service.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Like they say….If you are lucky enough to love what you do then you will never have to work a day in your life. I have certainly been blessed.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I hope to be doing exactly what I am doing right now. Perhaps a few less hours and a few more nail technician to share the load that nail services are meant to improve your nails and be an enjoyable experience.
Michelle Davignon & Our Community
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
I am a big fan of Andinis on the Post Road in Orange for dinner and recommend the Chicken Martini. Happy Hour is always fun at Ola’s also in Orange on the Post Road. Shout out to Bobettes in Milford and The Hair of the Dog for always keeping us well fed at work!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I was born and raised in West Hartford but I have lived in Milford and West Haven for over 25 years now and wouldn’t trade our beautiful beaches for the world.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
West Haven Major Dorinda Borer
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
I love walking the Milford Green and popping into the shops and boutiques. I love seeing small businesses pursuing their dreams and contributing to old fashioned goals and lifestyles.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
Our community really shines when a fellow member of the community needs help.Our sunrises and sunsets are always breathtaking
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
I would invite Ed Kacey an Orange resident and one of the nicest and most knowledgeable men I know. When Ed isn’t assisting to train and place special needs high school students he is the curator for the Veterans museum located in West Haven.
For Fun
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
My favorite movie is Pretty Woman ( No judging)
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I am almost fluent in sign language
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
My mom’s meatloaf
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
God is always who and what motivates me to dig deeper, get better and give thanks for even the littlest blessings.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
My backyard and gardens
