I got to go to the Drybar for an event, and had a really nice experience. I was instantly greeted with a smile by the girl at the front desk, and she even offered me a glass of champagne! The decor is super cute and trendy, and the salon itself was literally spotless. I was given a "look book" of hair styles to choose. I chose the combination of beach waves and loose curls. The girl who did my hair was very nice, but she didn't initiate much conversation. She washed my hair with this delicious smelling mint shampoo and massaged my head for a good five minutes. They use very high end products and tools.
I was happy with my hair, but to be honest, it's nothing different than what a regular hair salon can do for you. I was waiting for that "wow factor" that I could only get at Drybar... and never got it.
I think this would be a good gift for someone or a nice way to treat yourself, but if I'm going to pay $45 + tip for someone to curl my hair, I might as well get a hair cut to go along with it!