By JULIET HUANG
Relaxation is the priority here at this men's-only day spa.
Monsieur Day Spa is a two-storey Neo-classical building along the Ponce de
Leon Boulevard in Coral Gables, Florida.
Decked out with every sort of grooming and
spa services imaginable, including a lounge and bar area for a boys’ night out,
the spa is the brainchild of sisters Golnesa "Gigi" and Golnar Ghovanloo.
(L-R): Golnar & Gigi
Explaining the concept of
Monsieur, Gigi says, “We want to offer first-class services and amenities for a
select clientele, one that is seeking a holistic spa experience in a modern yet
comfortable atmosphere where a man can maintain his physical appearance and
mental relaxation.”
True to her words, mahogany wood stations, Brazilian
marble and generous use of black, silver and white keep the décor looking
polished and decidedly masculine. No
fancy chairs here; there are only sturdy Barcelona chairs in black or white.
The spa is sectioned into three exclusive zones for massages, grooming services
and the chill-out area. Man-sized beds cradle your tired body with accompanying
Asian art and water fountains to soothe those senses in the massage zone.
Over
at the grooming zone, watch movies on oversized plasma TVs while you’re getting
your hair trimmed, or lie back in spacious Versailles recliners for manicures
and pedicures done by their trained specialists. Tanning and waxing are done in
separate treatment rooms, upping the privacy factor.
The second storey will provide you with your professional
needs. You can purchase the Monsieur skincare products, or get a new outfit at
the retail shop.
There's also a library with plasma TV and a fully stocked
cigar lounge, with WiFi connectivity should you desire a fresh change for a
business meeting or even a bachelor’s party.
Monsieur is located at 3143 Ponce de Leon Boulevard in Coral
Gables and is available for exclusive bookings.
www.monsieurspa.com