Small Business Saturday: Discover Independent Gems in Colmore Business District
Colmore Business District is known as the commercial heart of Birmingham – a centre of global firms, landmark buildings and major employers. But beyond the big business skyline lies a thriving community of independent entrepreneurs bringing creativity, craftsmanship, and character to the area.
This Small Business Saturday, we’re celebrating the brilliant small businesses that make Colmore a vibrant and diverse place to live, work, and visit. Here are four local independents you’ll want to know – and support – this 6 December.
Vela Body Piercing
Location: Suite 201, Phenix Salon Suites, Unit 4, Two Snow Hill
Website: velabodypiercing.co.uk
Instagram: @velabodypiercing
About the Business
Vela is a female-owned body piercing studio offering a bespoke, highly experienced service led by piercer Hannah Oseland. With over 15 years in the industry, Hannah provides a tailored, calm, and expert piercing experience. The studio stocks a curated selection of 14k and 18k gold, implant-grade titanium, and precious and semi-precious gemstone jewellery so every client leaves with something beautiful and personal.
Small Business Saturday Offer
20% off piercing fees on Saturday 6 December
Book your appointment and elevate your look with a beautifully bespoke piercing experience here.
Double B Studios
Location: Studio 105, Unit 4, Two Snow Hill
Instagram: @doubleb_thebarber
About the Business
Double B Studios is a premium barbering service known for precision, artistry, and exceptional attention to detail. Specialising in thick and coarse hair textures, owner, Ben, offers clean fades, sharp line-ups, and personalised styles that enhance confidence and elevate your everyday look. Often described as “the Rolls-Royce of barbering,” the studio provides a luxury grooming experience available seven days a week – setting a new benchmark for the city.
Small Business Saturday Offer
£100 per month for unlimited cuts
Secure your membership or book via their Instagram to get a premium grooming session and experience barbering at its finest.
Colmore Tailors
Location: Imperial and Whitehall, Suite 2.06, 23 Colmore Row
Website: colmoretailors.co.uk
Instagram: @colmoretailors
About the Business
Colmore Tailors is Birmingham’s home of classic bespoke menswear, established in 2015 and built through word-of-mouth recommendations. Specialising in timeless suits and elevated casualwear, the tailoring house blends Italian and English influences to create pieces that are stylish, wearable, and expertly crafted. Known for a collaborative and honest approach, Colmore Tailors ensures every garment is made with precision and personality.
Discover the craftsmanship of classic bespoke tailoring and elevate your wardrobe with a truly personalised garment. Book your appointment here.
Melissa May Hair
Website: melissa-may-hair.square.site
Instagram: @melissamhairx
About the Business
Melissa May Hair specialises in healthy hair and luxury bespoke colour services, delivering flawless results through expert technique and an elevated salon experience. Known for meticulous attention to condition and tone, Melissa creates personalised colour that enhances natural beauty while keeping hair healthy, glossy and strong.
Book your luxury colour appointment and treat yourself to an elevated salon experience here.
Small Business Saturday is the perfect moment to show your support for the independents that give Colmore Business District its creativity, diversity, and heart. Every visit, appointment, purchase, or recommendation helps our small business community thrive.
And as we head into the festive season, don’t miss what else is happening across the district – explore our full programme of events, markets, and experiences as part of Christmas in Colmore here.