Capital LuXe Studios

I've been going to Hands In Motion II for years and Gwen has been an excellent hairstylist who has…read moretransformed my hair into a masterpiece.

Gwen is an artist. Have been a customer off and on for years. Always back to try a new style or…read morecolor. Friendly shop down home vibe.

0.8 mi•Old Town Alexandria

Awesome cut!!!

Got a little Sea Sick doing this one!!!! #KUTZBYCOACH

See all

Light Fade with beard! Razor line!!

Beauty by El Shaddai

4.9(66 reviews)

I have long, thick hair that's curly in the back, wavy on the top, and straight in the front. Yes,…read moreit's a tad confused. I'm happy to say that the owner is a master at cuts, and my hair is always done to perfection. It takes true talent to cut hair like mine, and I couldn't be happier. The salon is a small, privately owned boutique, and I'm usually the only one there (with the exception of her adorable puppy on occasion). My only annoyance is the extremely limited parking.

Went into salon with the advice from Yelp! What a success I…read morelove Margaret!!!! Kind sweet and caring she did an amazing job with my old hair!! And the therapy was an additional bonus

0.5 mi•Old Town Alexandria

Sun kiss Balayage

See all

Blonde balayage

Heather Squires Hair

5.0(28 reviews)

Women-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

I can't begin to express how happy I am to have found this salon! The exceptional attention started…read morefrom the moment I walked in and continued until I walked out. The space was extremely clean, and the atmosphere was so friendly and relaxing. Denae is just wonderful to work with! She was so attentive, detailed, and caring throughout the whole process. This was the first time I trusted anyone with coloring my hair, and the results speak for themselves. I just LOVE my hair!! And she worked magic with my haircut too. The team is definitely lucky to have her! I have officially found my forever go-to salon.

I was visiting my daughter & hadn't had time to get my unruly hair under control prior to the trip…read more Walked into a beautiful salon & a fabulous Heather! She worked wonders with my hair! Colored my roots & controlled the frizz. My hair has NEVER looked so good. You are wonderful HEATHER!!!

Heather Squires Hair - K tip extensions are the most discreet, and natural feeling. Our extensions experience will give you long lasting, healthy results.

K tip extensions are the most discreet, and natural feeling. Our extensions experience will give you long lasting, healthy results.

See all

Hairplay Salon

4.5(62 reviews)

3.2 mi•Shirlington

Love love this place. Been coming here for years! Soukayna is the best! Highly recommend this place.read more

Completely unacceptable and discriminatory treatment. My wife had a scheduled appointment here for…read morea treatment and haircut, and from the moment she walked in, the staff made it painfully obvious she wasn't welcome. She was ignored and left ungreeted while other clients around her were offered refreshments and proper attention. The stylist showed zero professionalism, didn't even bother to consult her on what she wanted, carried a hostile attitude, and rushed through the appointment. To cap it off, they washed her hair and sent her out with it completely wet, showing a total lack of basic care. Behavior like this--driven by prejudice over skin color and accent--has no place in any business. Management should be deeply ashamed of the toxic environment they run. Save your time and money and completely avoid this salon.

Not well blended at all.

See all

Grit Studio

4.7(67 reviews)

0.8 mi

When you find a hair and makeup artist you love, you've hit the jackpot. Kris, owner of Grit Studio…read morein Alexandria, is a stylist I can count on any time I book. I've seen Kris for about the past year for blowouts and makeup applications for a variety of events, photo shoots and theater performances. Kris listens carefully to the service you want. Whenever I've shown reference photos, she re-creates them flawlessly. With makeup, I love the lash application she includes and the long-staying wear of the makeup products she applies. She's also extremely efficient, and after the first visit, she perfected my look and made each subsequent appointment easy, quick and simple. I recently visited for a headshot package she offered, where a professional photographer took new photos in her studio after I received hair and makeup treatment. I really appreciated Kris during the shoot, as she offered tips for posing and even touched up my hair and clothing to help me get the perfect shots. Her vast experience as an editorial stylist and big event artist (weddings, glam, etc.) has really provided her with an expert eye that made the photo shoot even more successful. If you're looking for hair and makeup you can trust to look great, I'd highly recommend Kris in Alexandria.

Grit Studio and owner Kris Clark are incredible! Every service is provided with full consultation…read more and the client's vision in mind! I have been a client of the Salon for four years and continue to be completely satisfied and amazed of the results! Kris continues to study to perfect her craft! Having mature hair, I decided to get extensions. The color, technique, style are perfection! There's a reason she is the small business woman of the year, and the best salon in Old Town Alexandria! Looking for an incredible Salon, stylist/colorist and products and makeup that are simply healthy for you and your hair? Grit Studio is for you!!

Laisha-in studio assistant Kris-owner Pam-admin assistant

See all

Wisp Salon

4.7(33 reviews)

0.1 mi

Update (12/2019): I'm still a faithful patron of WispSalon…read moreand cannot recommend Sue Scott enough. She is a master colorist, stays up-to-date on industry trends & techniques and is an all around lovely person. My tip: Make your appointments well in advance. I schedule mine up to a year out. She's highly in demand (that's what I want in a stylist!) and weekends fill up fast. Original review (2016): Sue Scott is amazing with hair, both color and styling. She gave me a balayage of caramel and mocha colors and I've never been so happy with getting color. Then I showed her images of 40s style curls that I'd been trying to accomplish at home. She gave me a great tutorial as she styled my hair, and I though this really went the extra mile. I've been able to replicate it at home, which is what I think we all want to be able to do after we leave the salon. I also felt like Sue really listened to what I wanted. I like to have flexibility to air dry (natural waves), straighten or curl and wanted a cut that would be versatile. I've tried all three since I got my cut last week and I'm very pleased with the results. In the salon, she's really easy to talk to and has a really positive attitude. I think the best way to get an idea of someone's work is to see it. Sue posts almost daily to her Instagram (@wispsalonalexandria), so if you are trying to make a decision on if her style would work for you, this is a good place to start. She also uses online appointment booking, which I prefer. Highly recommend!

Sue is a master at color and haircuts. She's the best - I usually just go in wanting a change and…read moreshe does something great without me even having any ideas

1.3 mi•Old Town Alexandria

Sombre

Before and After

See all

Aquilano Salon

4.7(232 reviews)

I have been going to Kevin for years, and he has consistently given me a great haircut and color…read moreevery single time. As a person who has fine, curly hair it's hard to find someone who knows what they are doing; who listens, and who is also candid about what styles will go best with your hair type, how much work certain cuts will be for your particular hair type, etc. I know I can trust Kevin to provide the feedback and information I need to make a sound decision when considering a new hairstyle. I highly recommend Aquilano, and Kevin in particular.

Old Town Alexandria, VA - I've been to many hair salons in my life and this is my favorite…read more Everyone here is completely kind and my stylist and hair cutter extraordinaire always makes me feel beautiful from start to finish. Upon entering you will find a modern salon with a little bit of an Asian flair in decor. Very clean and calming. I guarantee you will be greeted with a smile, an offer to store your coat and a drink if you like. The waiting area is clean and neat and features a coffee machine and a refrigerator with a selection of refreshing drinks. Honestly I've never waited long because appointments run on time. Next is the hair wash station where I'm always soaped up with lovely scented shampoo that suits my hair type. And there's the heavenly head massage. I could sit there all day! I have short hair and Kevin is an expert at this kind of cut. Love the way he flips the scissors as he works. I've also seen some great color work and he's got many customers with long beautiful haircuts as well. Payment at the front desk is super easy. All the stylists and shampoo artists take cash or Venmo for tips. I highly recommend Aquilano salon.

After Jackie worked her magic

See all

Selin Hair Studio

4.6(230 reviews)

0.8 mi

My first time at Selin Hair Studios and couldn't be more pleased. Shearn is a great stylist who…read morelistened to what I wanted and made some really great suggestions. Thanks!

I just moved to the area and needed my grey roots dyed and a trim. After my shampoo, the stylist…read moreonly towel dried my hair and then roughly blow dried it. I say rough because she was running her hand through my hair and shaking it out for a few minutes, leaving it still damp - my hair is thick, curly and prone to frizz so you can imagine how that went! Their website says the haircut includes "styling" and this is the first time I've ever left a salon with wet hair that I immediately wanted to put up in a bun when I got home. As a new customer, it seems like they could've at least mentioned when I was setting up the appointment that I needed to ask for a blow dry. I'm happy with the color she chose for my roots, but leaving the salon with unfinished hair left me not wanting to come back.

Cool medium short men's haircut with beard trim.

See all

Yeah, we're great at women's haircuts...but our men's cuts? Next level.

Salon 46

4.6(116 reviews)

1.0 mi

•$$$

AMAZING! I have been here multiple times. I needed a last-minute appointment, and my previous…read morestylist wasn't available, so I chose "anyone" when booking. YAY - got an appointment on short notice. Priscilla was my stylist, and I was amazed at her craft. She gave me the most beautiful foilyage (cross between balayage and foil highlights) and got me to the blonde I have always wanted. Cannot wait to go back for touch-ups with Priscilla again. Amazing how you meet the right stylist/colorist by chance.

I've been a client of Hilda's for more than two years. She is a wonderful stylist. She listens to…read morewhat I want and makes great suggestions. She does a great job with my color. The salon is relaxing and a pleasant place to be.

After the haircut! Got some beautiful layers now!

Color correction, balayage with haircut.

See all

Going blonder, while maintaining integrity and length! Color by Sam Shirey

Why does Yelp recommend reviews?

Hundreds of millions of reviews are posted on Yelp, and our automated recommendation software works in the background to showcase the reviews that it …

13 reviews that are not currently recommended

The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.

Ju Hee K.

138

7 years ago

I decided to check Joy out after a friend recommended me to her. I had no idea what I wanted to do yet I was looking for a new style. After asking me questions about what I normally do for styling, lifestyle, and how much time I wanted to spend on my hair and what kind of maintenance I'm looking for, Joy recommended a few ideas and suggestions of what she was envisioning. After a thorough consultation, Joy started to work her magic. I am so happy with my new look (I had a balayage and a haircut) I feel so fresh and beautiful and got so many compliments. She was so easy to talk to and very professional. I highly recommend her. Thank you Joy! read more

Terri J.

8 years ago

Since moving to the DMV area I have been to multiple hair salons. I struggled to find one that when I left I was completely satisfied with the results. After the first time of sitting in Joy's chair I decided it would be the ONLY chair I would sit in for my hair from then on. She is very friendly and professional. I trust her opinion on style so much that now whenever I go, I have full faith to sit down and say, "Do whatever you want." I know that no matter what she does, it is going to look amazing. The pricing is very reasonable for the high level of quality that you receive. I recommend her to everyone!! read more

Abbie F.

7 years ago

Joy is the absolute BEST and I cannot recommend her more highly. I recently moved to the DC area from Atlanta and was very concerned about finding someone to do my blonde highlights after seeing the same hair stylist for 15+ years. Joy blew my expectations away! My hair looks so healthy and natural. Joy has a true talent, and outside of her professional skills, is just an outstanding person at large. She is welcoming, kind, easy to talk to, and fun to be around. Highest praises to Joy and Capital LuXe Studios! read more

Michelle B.

8 years ago

I've been a client of Joy's for several years and recently followed her to Sola Salon Studios on Eisenhower. Joy in an excellent and attentive stylist who has a knack for understanding what her clients want and then delivering THE BEST version of that style and cut. The biggest compliment I've received as Joy's client is the sheer number of strangers who've stopped me to ask "who does your hair?" The answer is "Joy" and "Capital Luxe" at Sola Salon Studios! Go see her!! read more

Rabia K.

7 years ago

I've been going to Joy for over 2 years for my cut/color and she is the absolute best! She's extremely knowledgeable at helping you achieve the look you want. I have really thick, dark hair that can be challenging to work with, but joy knows all the right techniques and does an amazing job to get me a soft/natural looking balayage. Can't recommend her enough. read more

Gina H.

7 years ago

Joy is an amazing hairstylist. I have been going to her for years now and her balayage is on point. She's done everything to my hair from going blonde to brunette to blonde again, to short and long hair styling. I can't say enough good things about her as a stylist. If you are looking for a stylist in Alexandria, book with Joy! You will not be disappointed. read more

Kaitlyn R.

8 years ago

Joy is amazing! Not only is she a talented hairstylist with a gift for helping people find the style that works best for them, but she is a positive and energetic individual you want to see. You won't be disappointed when you go to Capital Luxe, because you will look and feel fabulous as Joy helps bring out the best you! read more

Amine B.

8 years ago

Joy is very professional hair stylists love her service, you can tell when someone dose what she love to do you start saying beauty of the job, she dose my hair twice a month almost two years now, highly recommended for men and women thank you again read more

Regina N.

8 years ago

Joy made me feel like a queen and let me indulge in my ig dreams. I live my daily life as an ogre but here i am looking fierce and gorg, doing it for the gram https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk6ookyFFQJ/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=ublo0m9xpzpk read more

Jeff H.

8 years ago

Joy has been cutting my hair for almost two years now. She does a fantastic job and I always get compliments on the cut. She has a great personality and takes great care with the style. read more

Jøel L.

8 years ago

Joy has cut my hair many times now. She likes doing fades on men and is very good at it. I've seen women's styles by her and they're also great looking. read more

Heather W.

8 years ago

Site wouldn't allow less than two stars would have put zero! Her flirting with male clients for tips is very off putting! Women beware!

Mark N W.

5 years ago

She was awesome. Pleasant and on time. I was pleased with my results. Will be going back!!

Capital LuXe Studios - hair - Updated September 2026

People who viewed Capital LuXe Studios also viewed

V Studio

4.7

(53 reviews)

Vannora is a talented & amazing hairdresser! Love visiting her studio & always feel fabulous when I…read moreleave :)

I rather unfortunately can no longer encourage people to come to V Studio. I've actually held off…read moreon writing this review since my last haircut in April because I didn't want to be rude, but having a five star review didn't sit right with me. My last cut with Vannora was kind of a disaster, but I didn't realize how bad things were till I got home and lived with it a couple days. I asked for my hair to be cut just above my shoulders, and she cut it about 3" shorter than I wanted. One side was longer than the other, and since she didn't texturize my thick hair, it's growing in a somewhat triangular shape around my neck. I have an undercut that she shaved, but when she went to fix an area I'd messed up, she didn't balance it on the other side, so it's now crooked. I haven't had a haircut since because I've been growing it out, but it continues to perplex me due to the odd shape and asymmetrical length. Vannora is really nice and I was so pleased with my first cut, so this was very disappointing. I wish I could stick by my original rating.

Aquilano Salon

4.7

(232 reviews)

Salon DeZEN

4.3

(268 reviews)

Spring is always a great time for a change! I did a quick search for queer friendly salons in the…read moreDMV near me, with great reviews and reasonable pricing. The first salon I found wanted over $600 for just a style and gloss. The gasp I gusped. I walked out of Salon deZen for literally hundreds less than that, with a fast and fabulous cut from Mariah customized to my needs (after a very helpful consultation), along with a demi-permanent teal gloss on my previously highlighted hair, AND a truly gorgeous laminated brow and Korean lash lift from Caroline. Mariah gave me a hair style that requires minimal maintenance, but has tons of movement and versatility and a color that made me smile so hard it hurt. Caroline somehow made my DISTANTLY related eyebrows look like sisters instead of estranged second cousins. She also gave me a bottle of oil with a spoolie for lash and brow aftercare that made such a difference in the hair texture after processing. Together, they've streamlined my beauty routine and gave me such a lift for Spring! My shampoo and blow out was done by a really sweet and capable person whose name regrettably escapes me, but who had me leaving looking flyyyyy. The whole place has a relaxed, spa like vibe, with really friendly staff. It was a great experience and I highly recommend you get in where you fit in!

So, I came to this salon last week for a trim and blow out. It looked cute online and had good…read morereviews so I thought I'd give it a try. To be honest, I dread going into the salon for hair cuts because I'm insecure about some hair thinning that I have. This experience was so amazing though, I'm actually looking forward to going back again!! I am not exaggerating when I say that Gretchen gave me the best haircut of my life. She is the only person who has ever cut my bangs perfectly, in a way that I love. I deserve this (her haircut) Also, when she washed my hair, she offered me an essential oil towel around my shoulders and a head massage. I think those played a role in helping me feel relaxed and happy in a salon setting. It made a positive difference for me in an emotional way! Please go to this location and ask for Gretchen! ‍

La Vogue Hair Studio

3.9

(28 reviews)

•$$$

Great experience with Latonya. She really took her time and did an amazing job with my silk press…read moreand cut. My hair feels and looks amazing. Will definitely be back!

Latonya's service exceeds my expectations. I requested a silk press and trimmed my natural hair…read more She could finish the silk press much faster than the previous stylists I went to for the same service. Latonya also respects her client's requests, I told her I wanted a trim but still wanted length on my hair, and she did so accordingly. I highly recommend going to this salon if you want someone to style your natural hair well.

J'ama Hair Studio

(7 reviews)

I took my 16 yo daughter here for her second styled cut. Jhoselin is fantastic at what she does…read moreand my daughter will not trust anyone else but Jhoselin with her hair. What we love about Jhoselin is that she doesn't just cut and style your hair but she explains everything that she is doing so that you can also style your hair at home. We highly recommend her!

I had an amazing experience with Jhoselin! She listened carefully to what I wanted and delivered…read morebeyond my expectations. My haircut looks fantastic. Super friendly, professional, and talented--highly recommend!

PR at Partners

4.1

(239 reviews)

Brooke is a rockstar stylist! She completely knows her craft, always listens closely to what I…read morewant, and makes fantastic suggestions. Her color technique is incredible! She blends it so nicely that my color lasts way longer than it ever has with any other stylist. On top of being amazing at hair, she is so wonderful to talk to in the chair. Be prepared to laugh! I highly recommend Brooke!

Be very careful when you book your appointment to see if you have enough time in your day...... You…read moremight be waiting in the receptionist area for a while. Your stylist is usually not available until 15-30 minutes after your appointment. For example, I waited in the waiting area for over 30 minutes this morning and then double- checked with the receptionist to see what the holdup was -- just to find out my stylist hasn't even clocked in for her scheduled shift. My time is just as important as everyone else's, so just remember we have choices when it comes to stylists :)

N Caring Hands Hair Studio

(9 reviews)

•$

Fantastic and responsive within 30 mins! I was pressed to find someone to help me with a hair…read moreemergency and Ricara saved the day!!!

It had been over 8 months and I desperately needed to trim my ends. I have naturally curly hair…read moreand do not have a relaxer. I searched online, read reviews and found the N caring hands studio. It was super easy and convenient to schedule an appointment online. I met Ricara, had a brief consultation, and she went to work. She was able to wash, condition, straighten, trim, admins style my hair in about an hour and 20 min. Super fast for natural hair. She is very personable and knowledgeable. She did a fantastic job and I will definitely be back.

Revive Salon Oldtown

(7 reviews)

Grace and Lydia are an incredible team of hardworking professionals who are experts in the hair…read moreindustry. Lydia far and away gives the best haircuts I've ever had. Grace's color is amazing and her results turn out beautifully every time. The two of them are talented, funny, kind and dedicated, and coming here always feels more like I'm spending a relaxed day with friends rather than going to get a haircut. I refer all of my girlfriends to them because of the level of expertise, focus and flawless execution that Grace and Lydia deliver every single time. If you're looking for a hair salon in the DMV, don't hesitate to make Revive your new go-to. Plus, the salon is so cute and feels extremely comforting and welcoming.

I've seen Lydia for my haircuts since at least 2017 and she is the BEST! I won't trust anyone else…read moreto cut my hair. Not only does she deliver and honor my requests, but she is such a lovely person and easy to talk to. Over the years we've grown it out, cut it short, and grown it long again and she's kept my hair healthy and beautiful. The new salon is beautiful, clean, and conveniently located. It's an adorable vibe, intimate, and modern. I'm so happy about the new location and look forward to many more years of the best haircuts!

Hair By Jessie

4.8

(12 reviews)

I had a wonderful experience with Jessie! She took the time to listen to what I wanted and really…read moreunderstood my fine, naturally curly hair. Instead of trying to change my curls, she enhanced them with a flattering, modern cut that is easy to style and looks natural. My color and highlights turned out beautiful, soft, and dimensional, and my hair feels healthier than it has in a long time. Jessie is warm, talented, and meticulous, and I never felt rushed. I left the salon feeling confident and refreshed. If you're looking for someone who truly listens and has a gift for creating beautiful, personalized haircuts and color, I highly recommend Hair by Jessie!

Jessie was amazing! She fit me in last minute, listened to exactly what I wanted, and my keratin…read moretreatment came out beautiful. She was so nice and professional! I will for sure be returning for more services.

Method M Salon