Get luxurious locks at these Vancouver high-end hair salons
From cut to colour, when you want to put your best head of hair forward, an upscale salon is where you need to be. Experienced and talented stylists can take the reins, pampering you to perfection (or close to it) with the latest styling techniques and products. If you’re looking to treat your tresses, consider visiting one of these chic Vancouver salons.
Moods Hair Salon
1070 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T4Moods is less like a classic salon and more of a stylist collective. The award-winning hair stylists are passionate about contemporary fashion, so much so that they annually travel to fashion week in Paris and New York to keep up to date with all the latest hair trends. Their work has been showcased on Canada’s Next Top Model and in a myriad of music videos as well, making them a favourite for style-savvy Vancouverites and celebrities alike.
Nadia Albano Style Inc
4-1874 1st Ave W, Vancouver, BC V6J 1G5Nadia Albano is a Vancouver-based makeup artist, hair stylist and fashion consultant who also happens to be a nationally-syndicated stylist and regular contributor to national television. With her wide breadth of experience, she opened her namesake salon and focuses on helping women to look and feel their best. If you want more than a simple haircut, this is the salon for you. She’s an expert in wedding style too; from the makeup to the perfect hairstyle, she'll have you looking like a star on your big day.
The Belmont Barbershop
111 Broadway E, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W1Salons are classically a ladies’ arena, but the gentlemen at The Belmont Barbershop prove that men dig top-notch haircuts and an upscale-salon experience, too. The talented barbers here can do anything from a simple buzz cut to the latest in cutting-edge men’s hair design, and they'll make you feel like a celebrity while doing it. They also specialize in full-service shaves, so you can leave looking clean-cut, cool and stylish.
Aveda Tonic Experience Centre + Salon
1228 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C1Originally opened in Montreal, Aveda Tonic has spread across the nation due to its dedication to style and expert staff and now has two Vancouver locations. Their hair stylists frequently show up on Vancouver’s Best Stylist lists, and the salon has a local feel despite being part of an internationally renowned company. Aveda’s full line of hair and skincare products is also available for purchase, so you can recreate the high-end salon experience at home.
Is Salon Inc
101-1260 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2S8This boutique hair salon in trendy Yaletown has become one of Vancouver’s premiere salon destinations for two simple reasons: they care about their clients and they're great at what they do. Every new client that walks through the door is treated to a personal consultation, where a stylist will learn more about them so they can expertly craft the client's perfect look. The salon menu features traditional cut and colour servies as well as specialty treatments (Japanese straightening, Brazilian smoothing) and hair extensions. Relax with a glass of complimentary wine of tea and leave feeling as great as you'll look.
Markus J Hair Design & Wellbeing
6081 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6M 3X2While many salons focus on your "outside," Markus J Hair wants to makeover your "inside" as well. They take their clients' well being to heart, creating salon experiences that are calming, relaxing and empowering. From simple cuts to relaxing hair treatments like the Japanese three-step moisturizing masque, the focus here is on making clients feel and look amazing. The salon also offers one-on-one hair-styling workshops and bridal hair services.
Style Lab Salon
431 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2G2David and Leo of Style Lab Headquarters have been cutting hair for a long time. Throughout their careers, they’ve built up a substantial fan base of Vancouver clients who appreciate their consistency and commitment to quality. If you know what you like and want it done well, this is the place for you. From expert colours to precision cuts, your hair will be happy you experimented at Style Lab.
Brush Salon
62 Cordova St W, Vancouver, BC V6B 1C9Gastown’s BRUSH Salon is intent on creating the perfect salon experience. The entire space was designed to maximize comfort and create an atmosphere of cool relaxation. The clean lines and white decor provide a sleek, modern backdrop that won't distract from the "mane" event: your new ’do. Using products from the L’OREAL and Shu Uemura, the exceptionally talented roster of stylists can handle anything from the latest couture colour trends to classic cuts that never go out of style. BRUSH is also a member of the Green Circle Salon group, meaning you can be assured the products here are eco-conscious.
Lounge Hair Studio & Spa Inc
1116 Richards St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3E6Calm, welcoming and relaxing, Lounge takes its name to heart. From the second you walk in, you’ll feel pampered by the professional and courteous staff members who offer you a complimentary tea, coffee or wine. The list of services available at the award-winning hair salon is pretty impressive: cuts, highlights, perms, extensions, Japanese straightening or a special-occasion updo. The salon menu also freatures a number of nourishing and moisturizing treatments to help repair dry, damaged hair.
