Walked in for a quick trim, but left with a next day appointment. I was assigned to Disney and she is FANTASTIC. So personal, kind, professional and excellent at her job. She accomplished everything I was looking for and I even came back a few days later for a color treatment. The vibes here are amazing. Very comfortable, calming and just the place I was looking for to call "my salon" I will absolutely be rebooking for all my needs. read more

I had an amazing experience at Lunatic Fringe. Everyone there is wonderful, but Cameron especially deserves the 5 stars. I came in with a box dye hair emergency, and he was so knowledgeable, thoughtful, and reassuring throughout the whole process. He walked me through my options, focused on repairing my damaged hair, and gave me great at home care treatments to use. Highly recommend Cameron and the whole team! read more

Beautiful upscale salon. I highly recommend Ellie and Cameron for haircuts. They are extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and provide a wonderful service read more

Wow, I've been going to this place for years. It's extremely difficult to find parking. They treat you so poorly when it comes to the problem of parking. They know it's a problem. The day I went for an appointment half the metered parking in front of their establishment was "No Parking" mandated by the city. Instead of working with a client of many years, they insisted "15 minutes" or the appointment is cancelled and you are charged. This is so inhuman. They are based out of another state and are unwilling to accommodate clients when there are exigent circumstances, like the city taking parking away, making it even more difficult to park. I'm done struggling to find parking and being met with a lack of compassion or flexibility. It's not worth it. If you're okay with inflexible rules, lack of compassion and a refusal to respect you as an years-long client, this is your place. read more

I have been getting my hair cut here for about 5 years now. Reina always listens to my concerns and gives me the best cut for my hair's texture and length. I always feel amazing when I walk out the door. read more

Loved my experience here. I initially booked a time in the morning but there was a hiccup on their side. The customer service was above and beyond. They were fair and didn't charge me for this situation. I ended up having an appt with Dena. We had a great consultation. Before my hair cut, she provided a hair cleanse and an amazing, relaxing scalp massage. She asked thorough questions and listened to my preferences. The setting was energetic and you could tell they are pretty busy, but everyone there seemed to be easy to talk to. read more

Kylie was amazing I was able to book an appointment the day before. I wanted long layers, more volume, face framing bangs, and add tinsel. She understood the assignment. I also received a wash, the best scalp massage I've ever had, and a blow out. This salon is gorgeous inside, ladies at the front desk were very kind, Kylie H / other stylists I spoke to were amazing and it is affordable for the Luxury experience. Kylie H took her time, asked me for pictures, made sure I was comfortable with what she was cutting off, and just all around amazing. Book now you will not regret it ! read more

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Disney did such an amazing job with my hair! I wanted a peek-a-boo two tone hair style and she delivered! She was realistic about the time, cost, and result! Absolutely loved my experience at lunatic fringe! read more

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Overall I'd recommend. Everybody was friendly and professional, attentive and high end feeling. I was grateful to be able to book a last minute appointment. I was booked with a junior hairstylist which has inherent risks. He did a great job on my cut even though it was not the cut I asked for. In fact I'm Not even sure how " layers and chunky cut" translate into a tiny French bob but hey, hair grows. I'd recommend being extremely clear about your vision. I'd encourage Lunatic Fringe to teach listening skills but I guess when you're learning you know what you know. I didn't say anything at the time because what's done is done. He tried so hard. But yea, I'll be wearing hats for a minute.... read more

Don't underestimate the "Junior Stylists!" Gianna was amazing and very attentive. Great experience with her!

Looove the atmosphere here--cool and modern and in a great location. The shampoo room and scalp massage is almost worth the price alone, as it is so relaxing with calm music and dim lights. Had a great haircut experience here, and stylists all seemed knowledgeable and up-to-date on current trends. I loved that my stylist wrote down the products she used and the hair oil is something I now can't live without. Can be hard to get an appointment though, especially on short notice. read more

I went in for the first time and had Brinley as my stylist. She helped talk me through the process of transitioning from heavily blonde color treated hair to grow into my natural gray without it damaging my hair in the process. She was fabulous and listened very well to what my goal is and she did a great job. My hair feels much healthier and looks great as I'm transitioning to gray with grace. Thank you, Brinley!! read more

Salon is very nice, service was great. My stylist didn't listen to me and cut my hair much shorter than I asked for. Also she was very pushy trying to sell me products. Won't be returning. read more

Madison did an amazing job! I went in with hopes of a natural blend and healthier, happy hair. Madison met my expectations and more. I will be back! read more

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I've been in n Boise to support my Mom while my Dad is hospitalized for COVID. I had some serious grow out (3mos) and needed a cut and color touch up. I did extensive research to find a salon and stylist whom I thought wouldn't F up my hair. I wear a medium length pixie cut, and while shirt hair may seem easy, it's not! I called the salon and booked w Jenny. I cannot say how lovely and talented she is. I have had few stylists in my life, and was nervous that my hair would be terrible. After explaining what I wanted, Jenny set to work coloring my hair and taking the time to look at photos to use as reference for the cut I wanted. I am so very happy with the result! The color is bomb, and my cut is exactly what I was looking for. If you're looking for a talented, kind stylist who can create what you want, look her up! Thanks you Jenny, I hope my Dad recovers quickly, but I also hope our time here keeps me here long enough you chill in your chair again. read more

Super uneven haircut and cut way shorter than what I asked! I asked to get a refund or come back to fix it and they said they couldn't do it. Won't be returning. read more

Overall they do a pretty good job, but they seem to have a constant stylist turnover; I've had 3 "regular" stylist in the last year as they keep leaving. Also, in general their pricing is pretty high and they constantly push add ons each appt. But I think my biggest issue is every time I try to style an updo either I'm unhappy with the result or the stylist cancels indicating they don't feel comfortable with specific updo types. read more

I was in town last year, June 2017, for a business event and went to a different salon for a blow out. That salon ended up frying and destroying my hair. I was at the juice place next door when I noticed Lunatic Fringe salon. I tried my luck... walked in and explained what happened, and they HAPPILY took me in, last minute, and fixed my hair 10 minutes before my event started!! I realized I never wrote a review but they deserve it for exceptional customer service and skill. I'm attaching photos below of what the other salon did to my hair and how Lunatic Fringe saved the day read more

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Started out great. Saw Addison for two months and then she left. Then saw Elizabeth for about 8 months. For the most part she got my color right (one time had hot roots) and her cut was great. I really liked her and her prices were reasonable. Then she left. I then saw Emily and I was very unhappy. I showed pix of what I wanted, brunette (my current color) with caramel and cinnamon highlights, like a traditional highlight, not balayage. What I got was orangish color over most of my hair. I complained and management was extremely accommodating and re/did my hair for free a few days later. I now saw Mackenzie. Showed her pix and while she made the orange hair better, I didn't get the color & highlights I wanted. I found out the stylists have different level pricing based on either their exp and/or how long they've been at this salon. Needless to say Mackenzie was more than Liz and Emily. On my 2nd appt with Mackenzie, we discussed my concerns & looked at pictures. My hair turned out better than the last two sessions but not quite what I wanted. Before I said anything, Mackenzie said she didn't think she was the one for me, this was the best she could do, she couldn't do what I wanted. I was a bit stunned, but went with it and took her recommendation to see Alana at Hue Salon, also in downtown. Alana is an ambassador with Kerastaste products and suppose to be expert in the colors I would like to achieve. We'll see! See the four pix I posted to see my hair the last 3 months. If not showing up w review, they'll be under photos. read more

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The best salon experience I've ever had, I'm a client for life! Jenny is my stylist and she's bananas good! But I can honestly say that you'll be in great hands with all of the stylists at Lunatic Fringe. They are passionate about continuing to educate their stylists, and the display of teamwork is so inspiring. While I'm in the chair, several of the newer stylists will consult with Jenny and the other senior/more experienced stylists to make sure that they are making the best decisions for their guest's hair and I am always so impressed with how they all help each other out. Not to mention, being offered snacks, drinks, and an incredible scalp massage makes me feel totally pampered the whole time. The energy in there is such great vibes! Lastly, I constantly get stopped in public by people asking who does my hair. Yes, she's that good. She's a blonde expert for sure, and can always take my crazy ideas and make them look amazing. And I've gone from mohawk to long, flowing locks! And I've gone every color from black to platinum blonde to purple. She nails it every single time. Ok. Just go. read more

Disney is my go to for everything hair related!! I started seeing her July '23, I've loved my hair and experience every time. The salon is super clean, really cute, and all of the stylists are amazing at what they do. I cannot recommend lunatic fringe, and Disney enough. read more

They've removed my negative review on Google each time I've tried to republish about their stylist ruining my hair and burning my scalp. Be aware the 5 stars they have could likely be because they're suppressing and reporting reviews. They butchered my hair and left my looking like Lord Farquaade. read more

1st time client and very satisfied with the service and vibes offered at this salon. If you want to experience the most relaxing shampooing/hair treatment, then request Eizabella!!! She's gave me the best shampoo and blowout treatment that I've ever received in my life! read more

I've never received a bad cut or color from a stylist here. I usually go to Taylor or Ivie and both are phenomenal. I couldn't recommend this salon more. read more

Amazing Service ! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. The wash room was incredible, felt like a spa.

I always have a great experience at Lunatic Fringe. I have used many difference services and each time is awesome. Today I will be doing just a cut with Megan, and she ever disappoints! I tried using Synergy salon (closer to my house) about a year ago and they literally butchered my layers. I won't make that mistake again! Come here for a classy experience. read more

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I give this place 5 stars. First of all it's super clean, everyone that works there are very nice and it seems like they all know what they are doing. I've personally been going to get my hair done by Noelle and Let me tell you she's amazing! She is such a kind person and not only that she definitely does an amazing job with hair. She is very knowledgeable and I trust her 100% with my hair. I love that she takes her time and is very detailed. I highly recommend this place to all the girls that want to have a good experience and beautiful hair. read more

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I've got coarse, thick, ethnic hair, and have been searching high and low for a fabulous stylist with colour expertise who understands textures that's aren't just straight and light, and found my gem in Paola! I'm also very particular and she listens to all my requests. She will give a thorough consult so you know what you're getting. Paola is extraordinarily talented; I literally have random stylists walking up to me to tell me how gorgeous my hair is. Just see for yourself on Instagram @paoprodigy The salon itself has exemplary customer service (though it's sometimes hard to get someone on the phone), is simply stylish, and offers a very relaxing lather room in the back. I always enjoy my time getting my hair did at Lunatic Fringe. Highly recommended. read more

Stay away from Lexi!! AWFUL haircut. Had several pics of what I was hoping for and end result was EPIC fail. So short it's pretty much unrepairable..maybe they no longer want older customers in their store. sad... good news, hair grows back.. eventually read more

Kynlee is AWESOME! Don't let her Junior Stylist status discourage you, she's an absolute master of her craft! I showed her a picture and described what I was thinking and I am more than satisfied! I'm a natural brunette and wanted to step away from highlights and do a soft balayage to transition into more of a blonde. She did exactly what I asked as well as added a creative touch of her own, and I'm glad I trusted her! read more

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I had EXCELLENT service at Lunatic Fringe - hair cut and all over highlights (short hair). Now hear this: It is just worth it to experience their shampoo room - entirely different vibe than their cut/color/style main room. There are 3 receptionists at the front (no need to wait) - who were all so charming and super genuinely friendly. I appreciate that they use very specific, internationally acclaimed albeit rare hair products but then serve local beverages to ensure we support the local community. I will be coming back for sure. Yes it is high end service ...but you will indeed look stylishly high end. read more

I had been going to Lunatic for the past 2 years. My experience was good and the staff was very friendly and I enjoyed the atmosphere. My last experience was not good and they've lost what was a happy customer. I was Running late and I called them to let them know I was running late. I had never been late in the past and so this was unlike me. They let me know It was fine and they would see me soon. Right before I entered the door, they called me again to tell me that I was 20 minutes late and that I would be charged a " no show fee" and that the stylist could no longer see me. I understood as they have other appointments. When I got home, they had charged me $70 for being 20 minutes late and I didn't get my haircut. Everyone is human but what a joke. read more

So love this Salon and of course my favorite: Shylo !!! such a professional! all the staff is Amazing ! Truly a big family!!!

My friends and I made appointments to get our hair styled for a wedding. Being from out of town, we crossed our fingers and hoped that the experience would be a positive one. I have to say, we were all blown away (no pun intended - or is it??). While I love the salon I've been going to for years, they could take some lessons from this place. Lunatic Fringe has apparently just moved into a new location 2 doors down from the old one. I don't know what the old location was like, but this one is beautiful, as well as extremely thoughtfully appointed. I loved the little touches, such as putting my purse in a clear plastic pouch to protect it from any product spillovers, and the dimly-lit hair washing room with padded neck rests. I believe my stylist's name was Sydney, and she was personable, professional and very talented. In fact, all 3 of us who went last Saturday came out with exactly what we wanted. Thanks so much, Lunatic Fringe. I hope to return to Boise one day in the not-too-distant future and if I do, you will definitely be a stop during my stay! read more

I had the best experience here! It was honestly the best salon experience I have ever had!! Alana was SO nice and personable. She did an amazing job with my hair & made it look so natural. Addison also helped out and did an amazing job. 10/10 experience read more

I don't usually write reviews...I'm really happy to the people who write them, but something has to be very exceptional one way or another for me to feel the need to review it. Unfortunately, this is not one of the exceptionally good experiences. It is quite the opposite, and I don't like to trash people or their businesses, but this experience was so horrific I really feel it's important to share it. I'm going to make this as short as possible, because it has a lot of components. A little under six months ago, I went to Lunatic Fringe as a returning customer. I wanted a really subtle undercut that would not be noticeable when my just past shoulder length was down. My stylist said sure, no problem, and we agreed not to cut past my occipital bone. Except she did not cut. She immediately used clippers on a shave setting, and she cut a triangle shape to the top of my head, literally leaving me with almost no hair in the back, and the few pieces that hung were 4-5 inches shorter than the rest of it. There's not a lot you can do once you shave someone's head, but she didn't admit she'd made a mistake, and I had to come back in for consultations with other stylists, who were so horrified and said there wasn't even a way to cut it short and make it work, and they asked me to come back in with the owner. So I came back again. The salon owner said it wasn't that bad and "it's just hair." If it was just hair, then how are they able to repeatedly charge hundreds of dollar for its care? They refunded my money, apologized, and agreed to pay for extensions when my hair was long enough to have them. I decided to try to make peace with this, and I probably would have except for how it's been handled since. I told them I was moving to Seattle for a doctoral program in September and they assured me it would be long enough by then, which of course, it wasn't. There was no offer to pay for the extensions with another stylist in the new city I would be living in. I was expected to pay for a plane ticket and fly back in November when it was long enough. And I was willing to do it, but long story short, the salon owner blew off my phone call and never returned it last month, as did the stylist doing the extensions, who told me to directly message him on Facebook as my hair got longer. So on top of the most self-conscious and ugly I've ever felt (honestly, it has taken a blow out and twenty minutes plus arranging with Bobbi pins to make it look like a crappy ponytail where I'm not balding), the salon has handled their mistake in the most unprofessional, degrading way possible. And so as out of next week, I'm out $400 for extensions, plus all the cost of care of them for the next year, just so I don't look like I am balding. As the stylist who will be doing my extensions in Seattle said, "this is one of the most negligent things I've ever seen a stylist do. I can't believe this." I've been coloring and cutting my hair for over 13 years and I'm happy to pay for great service. Part of that is to ensure something like having my head shaved doesn't happen. And in the unlikely event that it does, I would have really hoped to have not been treated like an annoyance. Honestly the most stressful, disappointing, and humiliating experiences I've ever had with hair stylists. And as an added bonus I haven't felt pretty or had any confidece in my looks for a half a year...there's more than the surface I know, but honestly, this one has been tough. Mistakes are going to happen, I know. Sometimes big ones. But integrity is how you own them, and Lunatic Fringe showed none. read more

Yesterday I went in to Lunatic Fringe hoping to get a great haircut. I've been to several salons in West Boise and Eagle without getting much satisfaction. Lunatic Fringe got great reviews so I decided to go downtown. I was met with a friendly greeting at the front desk and was introduced, almost immediately, to my stylist Alana. She took about 5-10 minutes to understand my goals and to talk me through several options. From there I went back to the "lather room" to get shampooed. (I also got a scalp massage and hot towel). After that, Alana took me back out and spent about 40 mins getting my cut just right. I thought that I would end up paying quite a bit but was really surprised when the price was exactly what I had paid at the other salons. I was really impressed! I just wish I had gone to Lunatic Fringe from the very first. If you plan to go there I would recommend Alana. She was fantastic! read more

I showed up to lunatic salon with banana roots and little hope. I have been maintaining my own bleached hair for about a year, usually covering up the inconsistencies with a bright color. However this time I had to keep my hair blonde for a wedding the following weekend, and my bleach job had NOT cut it. When I arrived at the salon, Kinsley greeted me sweetly and without judgement about the catastrophe that was happening on my head. She touched up my roots and softened a glowing golden band that had been in my hair for months. She toned to perfection and I left feeling like the ice queen my heart knows I am. She was also so careful to check in with me and make sure my scalp wasn't in pain (it wasn't at all) and was very careful to avoid hot spots from my hack job. Thanks to Kinsley, I wont have to wear a wig to my best friends wedding!!! read more

Lunatic Fringe was the first salon I ever visited when I moved to Boise almost 4 years ago. I was nervous to go somewhere new and my hair was in a bit of bad shape after having just gone through beauty school myself and using my own hair as an experiment more than once. I spoke to Levi when I called to schedule and he was so accommodating - he got me an appointment the next weekend with Jessica. I was greeted promptly and spent only a few minutes waiting in the attractive waiting area before I was welcomed to the back by my stylist. Jessica was awesome and we connected pretty quickly over our love of music which was exciting for me. She took great care with my hair, and even gave me some advice as an experienced stylist to someone new to the industry AND to town. I left feeling beautiful, warm, and welcomed. I went on to frequent Lunatic Fringe for a while, before beginning work as a stylist myself at a different salon. Since then, I've watched some of my friends and peers go to work for Lunatic Fringe and blossom as stylists. You can rest assured you'll be taken care of in a truly stunning environment, by a professional and caring staff, who have been trained in the very latest and best techniques and products. The only reason I'm giving them 4 stars instead of 5, is because *I* don't work there, and I've got to keep one of this stars for myself. read more

I am writing this review for my wife. She was advised to see a certain hairstylist from a friend. My wife went in for a free consultation so the stylist and she can go over what she was looking for. My wife opted for the deep conditioning which was an additional $40 dollars to the cut and color. After the session was finished, the color was no where what she wanted and she was presented with a bill that was $80 dollars more than she was originally quoted. After trying to work with the stylist herself, we figured we would call the corporate office to see if we could discuss the matter as there was something that could be done to correct the matter like fixing the problems with her hair. We were okay with the extra amount if the coloring was done correctly. To no avail and much what we expected the corporate office said they would make it right and reach out to the owners. We should have gone with our instincts and supported local and not a corporate entity. I tried to upload the receipt here, but am unable to do so. It looks like this they are also not BBB accredited which makes sense. read more