Jack’s Barber Shop, in the Summerhill area of Yonge Street, doesn’t call much attention to itself. The window is clear of lettering or neons and the signage is flat and simple (nothing flashy, that’s for sure) but inside is a wondrous little trip into Toronto past.

The vintage Hanson-brand barber chairs are pale blue and proudly show off intricately detailed steel foot-rests, which though they show their age, and no less charming.

The first seat by the window definitely catches the eye as you pass on the street. As is visible, even in the small image above, it’s the most decorated. Wallpapering the space around the mirror are many worldly dollar bills (even a Canadian Tire dollar for good measure) and right in the center sits a nameplate… OLENA.

More photos of Jack’s appear on Flickr.
All taken in March 2007.

Filed under: Toronto on March 5th, 2007