I've been going to Aurelio for over two decades, and everywhere I go people stop me to compliment…read moremy hair. Seriously... grocery stores, airports, random coffee shops... it's become my personality at this point. So if you see a "review" floating around with a random photo of me and a bizarre story about being someone's friend... just know that it's not me. Apparently someone from my husband's past from before I even existed in the picture has decided to make me her hobby. She's got a lot of time on her hands (possibly grandkids too!), and apparently her new pastime is leaving reviews about my hair on salons she's never stepped foot in. Meanwhile, I'll still be here letting Aurelio work his 20-year magic on me because he's the only person I trust with my hair, and the only stylist who's kept me looking this good while I dodge unsolicited fan commentary from strangers online. If you want great hair, go to Aurelio. If you want entertaining fiction, read the other review.

Trust and confidence is what I have when I go to Aurelio for hair coloring or cuts. When you get a…read moregreat haircut, even as it grows out, it will keep its shape and you'll still have a style. His innate creative eye and skills never disappoint.

My hair is thick and wavy - very difficult to manage. Heather is amazing! She immediately figured…read moreout how to cut my hair in a way that suited my hair and face. She always offers to blow dry it straight, which takes forever. If I have a special occasion, I let her know ahead of time and take her up on the blowout. Every couple of years I chop off my hair for a new style. I bring in a picture from a magazine, and Heather has always been able to copy it exactly. She really is amazing! I was lucky enough to have her as my hair stylist at Gene Juarez for years. Now she has her own salon. You're the best, Heather!

Heather is my anchor in a dynamic world. Heather has expertly managed to keep my hairstyle looking…read morefresh and polished through younger wavy days to recent thinning times. When Heather cuts my hair I can count on a flattering style that keeps its shape from the first day until my next haircut. A great hair-stylist like Heather is a treasure I have appreciated for many years. Thank you Heather!

Hands down and unequivocally one of the best hair dressers in the area, if not the best! I've been…read moregoing to Nikkie on and off for over 15 years now and she is amazing. Extremely knowledgeable & educated, highly professional and a master at her craft. From weaving to braiding to coloring and cutting, not to mention her specialty in hair loss and reconstruction. She is exceptionally versatile and can work with all different hair types which is hard to find. She has helped me grow my hair longer than I have ever been able to do with any other hair dresser. If you are new to the area, or just looking for a new hair dresser and don't know where to turn, Nikkie is where you need to go....Seriously!

Nikkie has been doing my hair for about 1 1/2 years now, every other week regularly. Just recently…read moreI had a special event that fell outside of my regularly scheduled appointment and was unable to get into Nikkie so I had to go to another stylist. After that appointment, I realized to a greater extent why I only trust Nikkie to CUT and COLOR my hair. From that appointment my short, trendy hair style was ruined and cut uneven all over my head to the point that I had to wear a hat for a week until I could get back into Nikkie to get it fixed. Nikkie took time and thoroughly cut my hair, and though it had to be cut shorter in order to even out the hair cut, I am back in business now and can style my hair again. I always look fabulous when I leave the shop and my cut, color and style is healthy and attracts the attention of others daily. I learned a hard lesson, but now I know not to let anyone else cut my hair and to wait until I can get into Nikkie no matter the circumstance or situation. You can't go wrong by scheduling an appointment with Nikkie; she really takes the time to know your hair and you as a person. She is very thorough even for the most picky of clients like me and makes sure that your hair not only looks nice but that it is healthy, healthy, healthy. Thank you Nikkie.

Peggy is AMAZING. An absolute artist who takes great care in listening to the client and creating a…read morebeautiful outcome every time. I can't recommend her enough. I searched so long for someone in Seattle with expertise in blonde hair, and Peggy is the queen of this. She's found the perfect balance to brighten up my hair while keeping the look natural and my hair healthy. Thank you, Peggy!

I'm done gatekeeping the best salon in the city! 13 Boston and the owner, Sherri are beyond…read moreamazing! I've been a client for over 30 years and the great service, attention to detail, care and quality of my cuts and color are what keep me being a beyond loyal client. Sherri has seen me through every faze of my life and was there to style me on my most important day, my wedding. 9 years later, I still look forward to every single appointment and the hours we get to spend together. I truly believe the reason why I'm able to have such long, (bleached) blonde hair is because of the care Sherri gives me and my hair and the information she gives to me, for how to care for it @ home.

Laurie did an outstanding job cutting my hair! I was also very pleased with the way my hair was…read morestyled.

First time getting my hair done by Laurie and she is amazing! She gave great advice on what to do…read morewith my hair and is very experienced and knowledgeable about what she does. She gave me super cute highlights, and didn't try to chop off my hair like other hair stylists! Normally I don't find much to talk about when I go into a salon, but we had such a pleasurable conversation the time completely flew by! Definitely make sure to get your hair done by Laurie if you want someone who is experienced, fun, and affordable!

By far the Cutest salon in Seattle with some of the Best hair stylist in the city!read more

As part of my ongoing quest for perfect soft shiny hair, I visited Minx Designs on a blustery…read morespring day for a Brazilian Blowout. It's important, I have discovered, to get the brand-name treatment. Some off-brand keratin treatments tend to wash out quickly, and it's too long and hot of a process to go through for temporarily straight hair. It's also important, I have learned, to find a stylist who can execute it properly. I have tried to do the Brazilian Blowout on myself, but my hair is much longer and thicker than my patience. Third in importance is getting it done in a beautiful environment, while sipping on sparkling water and chatting about fashion, books, home decor and life with an incredibly interesting and warm person -- who also happens to be great with your hair, even if hers is naturally straight. Lani delivered on all points and more. As others have mentioned, her jewelbox of a salon is simply gorgeous, and the Queen Anne location is peaceful and convenient (easy street parking and close to a bus line). I arrived about 20 minutes early but Lani and her sweet dog, Stella, welcomed me in, and we got started on the 2+ hour procedure after a brief consultation. I did not know this, but Brazilian Blowouts can be adjusted depending on effect desired. The new Brazilian Blowout formula is also less stinky than it was in the past. There is a chemical scent that's unavoidable, but they've managed to tweak the formula so that it's more or less masked while leaving a lingering flowery smell that doesn't get in the way. Lani also tells me that Brazilian Blowout also offers a treatment for split ends, which a lot of people appreciate when they're trying to grow out a short cut. Lani did an an excellent job filling me in on the latest in Brazilian Blowout news, answering my questions and making me feel very comfortable in the chair. This is as she was applying her super-meticulous eye -- and touch -- to my out of control long hair. I couldn't be happier with it, and the long hot hours flew by. A sophisticated urban salon with a friendly and fun ambiance; Minx Designs receives my enthusiastic 5-star review and personal referral.

Yuyi is one of my favorite people and still gives me the best haircut in Seattle!…read moreGo see her you won't be disappointed :-)

Yuyi is truly the best! 5 stars reviews are not enough to tell how good she really is. From skills…read moreto service, she truly cared about her customers and her work! She even offered me a free appointment just to make sure that the final color meets her high standards, even though I was already super satisfied with the first try. In order to turn my thick and dark Asian hair to metallic grey, she worked on my hair for 12+ hours with several sessions (even stayed passed 1am), and she always patiently explaining what she is doing to make sure everything went perfectly. What more do I need to say, she is just simply perfect

I absolutely enjoyed my haircut with Lamberto. I have long, flat, pin-straight hair, and he helped…read moreme bring it back to life! Lamberto has the perfect eye for layers and face-framing pieces. He was also very friendly and easy to talk to. The overall vibe of the salon was very calm and cozy. Would totally recommend!

Didn't really know what to think upon checking their reviews in hopes of seeing some before/after…read morephotos of their work. I decided to try something new and I can tell you I do not regret it. Lamberto is personable and attentive. He's thorough w/ his work!