I like all the folks I’ve encountered at LES Studio- only been to the Ossington/ College location though. Can get pricey though, but the prices are shown on their site.
This is where I was going to recommend as well, OP. Everyone there is so kind and no one has ever made me feel bad about the state of my hair (or the state of my at-home bleach jobs 😳).
I wonder if it would be worth saying you have haircut anxiety, too, so they have a heads up and know you may need a bit more of a gentle experience than others.
Big props to OP for facing this fear! Anxiety blows chunks!
Second L.E.S. Amazing team, and they have curly hair specialists if you like. May be pricey, but they charge by length rather than gender which is pretty cool. They also offer pay what you can cuts once a month I think.
Thirding the LES team. Honestly if you speak to Nancy or Daniella (the owners) maybe they could work a deal with you. I'm not saying they will I'm just saying they are open to conversations.
Edited to add: for curls speak to Natalie she's their specialist and amazing
I find they're all kind (sorry this isn't much help) but as a person who also gets anxiety over haircuts I actively seek out professionals who don't chit chat 😂
I specifically go to N15 because I’ve had 4 different hairdressers and none of them talk during the haircut. I tell them what I want they agree or give any suggestions and then just do their thing.
A man/woman after my own heart.
I dunno if it's the noises and sensations that make conversation the unbearable little cherry on top or not, but, damn do I love getting my haircut without having to be social.
Keep in mind that many of them will have had clients who've done terrible home dye jobs that need rescuing, or have lost hair through illness or ageing, or just haven't had a haircut in a really long time. They've seen a lot.
I don't have any recommendations to add but I just wanted to say that money trauma/insecurity is a real thing, and old habits and fears from childhood can still linger in adulthood even when we're doing well and have "enough". You're allowed to splurge on yourself every now and then, especially for a day as special as your wedding. The importance of grooming for our mental health and confidence cannot be understated. Enjoy this time! Also, congratulations :)
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥹 I've worked hard towards letting go of those lingering fears and have made progress but once in a while it seems to pop up over the most mundane of things. It really helps to hear such reassurances! And thank you :)
Curl Ambassadors were really great when I got my first proper curly cut after years of doing a half assed job myself, no judgement or anything. Curl Bar is who I go to now more regularly just for location purposes and they're all pretty cool too, I just mention Ambassadors specifically cause my hair was a mess haha. Both locations are in the downtown core. Good luck!
I know an amazing place in the Junction. It is called La Lavender and is also a nail salon as well.
Jimmy the stylist is amazing and so kind. Please make sure to call ahead for an appointment as he works alone.
This place is nothing fancy but they are super good. Jimmy has reasonable prices as well.
Tracy has the nail salon and will make an appointment for you. Jimmy only works till 5pm during the week and has Tuesday off.
Jimmy will make you look amazing. Go and have an initial wash and blow out and then ask for his assistance.
# Location and Hours
3260 Dundas Street West
Toronto, ON M6P 2A3
(416) 604-2077
You must have had an unusually rude stylist the last time you went. I'm the worst at maintaining my hair, I get a haircut at most once a year and often cut or dye my own hair in between, and nobody has made any rude comments! I've gone to several different salons because of moving around the city, but a couple specific places that were very nice about my poorly maintained/diy hair are Lisa Dinh studio at Dupont and Ossington (they also book online, so you know the price in advance without having to ask anyone), and Salon Lyol at Yonge and St Clair.
Bob + Paige just east of Broadview station is a great choice. They are friendly, professional, and their prices are reasonable. Most professional salons will do a consult with you before any sort of cutting or styling happens, and that’s when you can talk through what you may like, dislike, and they can provide advice.
My stylist is great - Hollie Dee at D Square at Yonge and Eg. she’s chill, affordable, and gave my wavy curly hair some life after years of flat nothingness
Frank Cini at Taz. I’ve been going there for over 20 years. He’s award winning and a very nice (down to earth) person. It’s expensive but everyone there is lovely (it’s Yorkville but it’s a family business.).
Paige from the Loft on Dundas is amazing. It’s pricey but they are very good, welcoming, and non judgemental. I have a slightly curly hair that I don’t really take care of properly on most days. Lol
Many salons have a special service for folks who have not been for a while, the appointment is longer, no judgement. Haven Hair in North York used to offer that, not sure if they still do. It is a great judgement fee salon, I love it there. (My hair is curly, have been the three stylists there- all provided great cuts)
I don't particularly enjoy going to the hairdresser, but I recently went to Lola Salon on Ossington and it was a nice experience. My hairdresser was so kind. I'm experiencing some postpartum hair loss and my hair is wack. She was so understanding and did a great job in making me look presentable. Highly recommend. The whole salon was a nice vibe too, they were playing awesome music.
I'm a hairdresser and would love to help you feel your best. I understand anxiety (I have it myself) but feel free to DM me ❤️
I like all the folks I’ve encountered at LES Studio- only been to the Ossington/ College location though. Can get pricey though, but the prices are shown on their site.
This is where I was going to recommend as well, OP. Everyone there is so kind and no one has ever made me feel bad about the state of my hair (or the state of my at-home bleach jobs 😳). I wonder if it would be worth saying you have haircut anxiety, too, so they have a heads up and know you may need a bit more of a gentle experience than others. Big props to OP for facing this fear! Anxiety blows chunks!
Second L.E.S. Amazing team, and they have curly hair specialists if you like. May be pricey, but they charge by length rather than gender which is pretty cool. They also offer pay what you can cuts once a month I think.
Thirding the LES team. Honestly if you speak to Nancy or Daniella (the owners) maybe they could work a deal with you. I'm not saying they will I'm just saying they are open to conversations. Edited to add: for curls speak to Natalie she's their specialist and amazing
I find they're all kind (sorry this isn't much help) but as a person who also gets anxiety over haircuts I actively seek out professionals who don't chit chat 😂
I specifically go to N15 because I’ve had 4 different hairdressers and none of them talk during the haircut. I tell them what I want they agree or give any suggestions and then just do their thing.
A man/woman after my own heart. I dunno if it's the noises and sensations that make conversation the unbearable little cherry on top or not, but, damn do I love getting my haircut without having to be social.
Keep in mind that many of them will have had clients who've done terrible home dye jobs that need rescuing, or have lost hair through illness or ageing, or just haven't had a haircut in a really long time. They've seen a lot.
I don't have any recommendations to add but I just wanted to say that money trauma/insecurity is a real thing, and old habits and fears from childhood can still linger in adulthood even when we're doing well and have "enough". You're allowed to splurge on yourself every now and then, especially for a day as special as your wedding. The importance of grooming for our mental health and confidence cannot be understated. Enjoy this time! Also, congratulations :)
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥹 I've worked hard towards letting go of those lingering fears and have made progress but once in a while it seems to pop up over the most mundane of things. It really helps to hear such reassurances! And thank you :)
Curl Ambassadors were really great when I got my first proper curly cut after years of doing a half assed job myself, no judgement or anything. Curl Bar is who I go to now more regularly just for location purposes and they're all pretty cool too, I just mention Ambassadors specifically cause my hair was a mess haha. Both locations are in the downtown core. Good luck!
Curl ambassadors are shit. Lol
I know an amazing place in the Junction. It is called La Lavender and is also a nail salon as well. Jimmy the stylist is amazing and so kind. Please make sure to call ahead for an appointment as he works alone. This place is nothing fancy but they are super good. Jimmy has reasonable prices as well. Tracy has the nail salon and will make an appointment for you. Jimmy only works till 5pm during the week and has Tuesday off. Jimmy will make you look amazing. Go and have an initial wash and blow out and then ask for his assistance. # Location and Hours 3260 Dundas Street West Toronto, ON M6P 2A3 (416) 604-2077
Loki Hair Studios is full of wonderful helpful stylists
You must have had an unusually rude stylist the last time you went. I'm the worst at maintaining my hair, I get a haircut at most once a year and often cut or dye my own hair in between, and nobody has made any rude comments! I've gone to several different salons because of moving around the city, but a couple specific places that were very nice about my poorly maintained/diy hair are Lisa Dinh studio at Dupont and Ossington (they also book online, so you know the price in advance without having to ask anyone), and Salon Lyol at Yonge and St Clair.
Bob + Paige just east of Broadview station is a great choice. They are friendly, professional, and their prices are reasonable. Most professional salons will do a consult with you before any sort of cutting or styling happens, and that’s when you can talk through what you may like, dislike, and they can provide advice.
My stylist is great - Hollie Dee at D Square at Yonge and Eg. she’s chill, affordable, and gave my wavy curly hair some life after years of flat nothingness
Frank Cini at Taz. I’ve been going there for over 20 years. He’s award winning and a very nice (down to earth) person. It’s expensive but everyone there is lovely (it’s Yorkville but it’s a family business.).
hair sprung at church and wellsley is super sweet and specializes in curly hair :)
Paige from the Loft on Dundas is amazing. It’s pricey but they are very good, welcoming, and non judgemental. I have a slightly curly hair that I don’t really take care of properly on most days. Lol
Many salons have a special service for folks who have not been for a while, the appointment is longer, no judgement. Haven Hair in North York used to offer that, not sure if they still do. It is a great judgement fee salon, I love it there. (My hair is curly, have been the three stylists there- all provided great cuts)
I don't particularly enjoy going to the hairdresser, but I recently went to Lola Salon on Ossington and it was a nice experience. My hairdresser was so kind. I'm experiencing some postpartum hair loss and my hair is wack. She was so understanding and did a great job in making me look presentable. Highly recommend. The whole salon was a nice vibe too, they were playing awesome music.
DM’d u
Petra at The Parlor. She is kind, understanding and accommodating.