I had the opportunity to visit Drybar this week. Drybar doesn't cut or color hair. It's mainly for blow outs but they also do some up do's and braiding. The salon is very inviting. When you walk in you just do a happy sigh and your body relaxes because you know that you are about to get pampered. After checking in I was offered a glass of champagne. Yes, please! They only serve one glass but if you are there with a wedding party or birthday party you and BYOB. The salon has thought out to the most minute detail. It is 90% white with pops of bright yellow. Their is an very cool light fixture when you walk in that is made up of blow dryers. All of the styling tools are gray and yellow. Even the brushes are gray and yellow.
I met my stylist and she took me back to her chair. She explained their services to me and gave me a "Look Book" to choose a style. The "Look Book" has about 10 or styles to choose from. I asked the stylist, Diana, to choose for me. She picked the "Mai Tai". It is soft loose curls also known as a beachy wave. Then she took me back to be shampooed. It was super relaxing. Then we headed back to the chair and she began to blow dry my hair. I asked a lot of questions because I was unfamiliar with Drybar. I learned that they are a national chain. The stylists go to a special Drybar "school" where they learn each look in the Look Book. They all have to do them exactly the same. So if you like getting blow outs at Drybar but are traveling, you can search for one near you and know that you will be getting the exact same style as you do at your Drybar at home.
Drybar makes and carries their own hair products. My stylist explained each product as she used it. The hairspray used at the end was light but smelled great. One of the things I find interesting is that during the consultation you are facing a mirror but while they create your style you are turned away from the mirror. Then, at the end, it's like a big reveal. My stylist did a fantastic job on my hair. I was extremely pleased.
Why go to a salon if you are not having your hair cut or colored? To treat yourself!! If you are headed to a wedding, or a special night out, or even just having a blah day and need a little pick me up. A good blow out can last a couple of days. It's four days later and my hair still looks great. Check them out and ask for Diana! You will be thrilled that you did!