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| - Wow, am I glad I found this place!
With an important meeting unexpectedly on a Friday afternoon I needed to get my messy hair in check STAT! Sadly, my go-to girl was no longer at my previous salon of choice :(
Thus began my search and Yelp lead me to Salon Escape!
TL;DR version: Amazing and friendly staff who take the time to understand you and your needs, a variety of great beverages to enjoy during your cut, precise stylists, a relatively modern-but-not-snooty ambiance and most importantly...a great haircut!
LOCATION: Right in the heart of Yorkville, this spot is relatively easy to find and not too far from Bay station.
AMBIANCE: The facility itself is relatively modern and clean with lots of white; without feeling snooty or sterile. I would say it's "just right" if not just slightly dated. I don't pick salons for the furnishings though!
RECEPTION: Very helpful, and were almost instant to offer me a variety of complimentary beverages while I waited (I was a walk-in). The staff take your coat to place in a garment bag. You are also given a quick but detailed questionnaire about any medical conditions, allergies, email address, and preferred method of communication.
STYLISTS: My stylist, Rikki, was very friendly and took the time to understand my likes and dislikes while still offering her own ideas and suggestions. I also appreciate that she took the time to read the ingredients/contents of each product used, as I have a life-threatening nut allergy. Her method was meticulous and the end result was amazing!
PRICING: My stylist was a "junior" but this was easily one of the best hair cuts I've had (and I have paid far more) and came to just over $40. Well worth it in my opinion. New clients are also given a few "refer a friend" coupons where both you and your referral save on their services!
CONCLUSIONS: My biggest takeaway about Salon Escape was their attention to detail and the "little extras" that were evident through my entire experience - from a lovely coat closet to helping with my jacket as a tailor would, to their new client questionnaire, to the added touch of complimentary beverages.
Highly recommended :) I've already pre-booked my next appointment and have found my new "go to" salon!
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