Historically, I'm a cheapskate when it comes to my hair. And when I had a So-Low-Maintenance-It's-Just-Boring hairstyle, that was just fine. But one day I strolled out of Peet's, my brain addled with too much coffee, and on a whim I went upstairs to Vine Street Salon. ""Cut it! Make it interesting! I don't care what you do, or what it costs!"" I said. Fate put me with Angela, who thoughtfully listened to my rant, worked some mysterious magic with her scissors, and sent me out the door with an artful, stylish, layered look that was still low-maintenance -- but also absolutely fabulous! (And it wasn't even that expensive.) After more than FIFTY-TWO people complimented me on my new haircut, I decided I'd found something good. Angela knows how to cut hair REALLY WELL. Period. She's clearly got an eye for what looks good on a client, and she's cheerful, friendly and attentive to boot. I highly recommend her! \r
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In all fairness to the rest of the stylists, they must be good as well, since I've watched clients of all different ages and hair types walk out of Vine Street Salon looking great. And the salon itself has good feng shui, or karma, or something -- it's full of light, and somehow manages to be both calming and bustling at the same time. And they carry Aveda products, which are largely environmentally-responsible and natural...like health food for your hair! Finally, I love how the salon has laundered wrap shirts that you can wear to avoid getting hair all over your street clothes...it's a nice, spa-like touch. \r
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In sum: Go to Vine Street Salon! And go to Angela!
Pros: Talented stylists; Aveda products; vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere
Cons: Parking - though if you don't mind parking a few blocks away and walking, it's no big deal
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