Happened upon this place after I crawled out of my foggy depression months after my previous gay packed up and left town. This was like no break up I had ever experienced before. Once I started remembering I had hair and that something should probably be done to it so people wouldn't mistake me for a homeless person who just lost her cardboard sign, I hit absolute rock bottom and bought two boxes of Loreal dye at K-Mart. Yes, I did. The result was catastrophic - a pukey-greenish brown frazzled mess that perfectly reflected the pits of my despair... CUE NIKI WALKER!!! Once I admitted that I was powerless over my coif and that I needed a power greater than myself (and Loreal) to restore me to sanity, I called a friend whose herr calls for a seasoned interventionist, and she told me to look up Jim Compton at NW. I called and was seen within a couple of days and I was SAVED. The salon is relatively new and has a great energy. Everyone is fun and super cute. It is a Paul Mitchell Concept Salon. I'm not quite sure what that means except that the stylists there have to be certified PM people and they use and sell all PM products. GIven the state of my dome when I crept in the first time, this was a God send, and my new addiction to the Awapuhi Wild Ginger is completely justifiable considering my newly sleek mane. The location is perfect - smack dab in the middle of the CBD on Baronne about a block East of the new Rouse's. Check it out! read more

Shame on me for waiting so long to write this review! Let me start off by saying I had a wonderful experience! Niki Walker herself is an amazing woman and a great stylist! She listened to what I wanted in a haircut and was able to give me just the cut I was after. I've been to many salons and no one was able to give me the cut I was looking for until now. Thank you Niki for a perfect hair cut!!! For those of you out there turned off by the cost, I'd have to say it's worth every penny to have a great experience along with the best haircut around! read more

Niki Walker Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Destrehan, Louisiana

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Loved this place! Great staff in this adorably edgy salon located in the CBD. I met with Lindsey yesterday and will most definitely be returning! I love that they are open til 10 every other Friday! It really makes all the difference in the world when you get off late everyday! Love love loveeeeeee my hair! read more

Niki Walker Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Destrehan, Louisiana

Wanted to get highlights at the last minute and the receptionist was extremely helpful and accommodating. Hydie was my stylist and she did a fantastic job. I wanted ombré highlights but had very dark hair and was worried that the blonde-brown would look too brassy on me. Hydie was very professional and understood exactly what I was looking for, and still had room to be creative with my color. I will not go to any other stylist no matter how convenient. Their Paul Mitchell awapuhi products are also amazing and smell awesome! read more

Niki Walker Salon - Hydie did ombré-like highlights and styled it for me for my night out. - Hair Salons Near Me - Destrehan, Louisiana

I called on a Saturday and they were able to miraculously fit me in for a haircut due to some last minute cancellations. I was promptly greeted and introduced to my stylist. She was very informative regarding products that I should consider using on my dry hair, but did not push me to buy any products there. She gave me a lovely scalp massage during the shampoo and conditioner. She did a fantastic job with the styling after the cut and showed me how to curl my hair with a flat iron. I forgot to ask to see the cut before the styling but assessed at home after I washed my hair and my long layers are perfect; exactly what I wanted. My only disappointment is that everyone else there was offered a beverage, specifically wine, and I didn't. I should've just asked but we were well into my appointment and I felt awkward. Overall, it was a nice experience and I would definitely return. read more

The owner is not only a badass on her own, but she studied under Vidal Sasson. What more can one say? Do your hair a favor, and go to NWS.

It's in a convenient location and the service is outstanding! I went a few times to get my eyebrows done. Rachael is awesome at waxing and I finally received a hair cut from her. She is very professional and gives you her honest opinion. The staff is always able to get me in and out very quickly. The hours are great too! read more

Niki is extremely talented in the art of hair continuously setting and raising the bar with creativity, vision and instinct. Her passion drives her as she shares her experience and knowledge with those new to the profession and her dedication keeps her at the front of the class always learning new tricks to the trade. If you're looking for a prestigious salon in the heart of NOLA, visit Niki Walker Salon I promise you'll never trust anyone else with your hair. read more

She is so creative! I wont let anyone else touch my hair!! She is fun and knows exactly the vision i am looking for every time i come in!!! I highly highly recommend! !! read more

Not the best place if your looking for a precision haircut! Consultation was short, shampoo was other then desirable and no rinse after haircut! All for 50.00 not worth it read more

The receptionist was an outright B#$%#. Tara cut my hair and did an AMAZING job. I would see her again no questions asked. I do put a high premium on customer service and when I received my bill there was some confusion which I kindly asked the receptionist to clear up for me because it wasn't what matched their advertised price list, which is why I went to this salon. She was absolutely unacceptable in her attitude and blamed me, practically yelling at me, for the whole thing. I hope they fire her today. Do go see Tara she was amazing!!!!!!! read more

I went to this salon for the first time because I was in desperate need of a haircut. Abby Bordes listened to what I wanted and delivered to perfection. The cut was great, cheap ($40) and she gave me great tips on managing my hair and when to get it cut again. I'll definitely be back. read more

Left with chemical burn on my scalp. Hair dye still in my eyebrows. Five and a half hours and didn't end up even close to the color I wanted or a haircut. The girl that did my hair had a kick ass personality, and I could tell that she was still fresh in the industry, but wish they could have been completely honest in telling me they couldn't do what I wanted. read more

I am in my late fifties and have been hanging on to unnecessary hair length for far too long. After receiving a pretty bad haircut, two years ago and letting it grow out, in addition to having my hair relaxed two months ago and having now flat with no body hair,( that I have been hiding in a ponytail ) one might think that I would steer clear of salons. Niki's calm demeanor allows a client to open up to her and reveal what the desired look might be, without self consciousness and reservation. She checked in with me, constantly, asking if I was ok with what she was doing, as she sensed this cut was a big move for me..(I did Not have a horrified look on my face) As someone who has successfully worked with the public for forty- plus years, I am aware of how essential it is to listen and take cues from people,most of course, being verbal) the rest is very intuitive. And intuitive people tend to listen with their hearts. And Niki obviously loves what she does.... read more

CBD location is fantastic and right around the corner from my office. I have been to see Jamie twice in two weeks. Great blow outs (with a little wave) for curly hair! read more

Niki & her Team at NWS are the best I've seen. They take your want and aspirations in what you want in a hair-cut or color and turn it into this extrodianary image that makes you feel like you've just completed your first magazine photo shoot. Love NWS. read more