Eeek, Salon Allure's gotten a bit big for their britches... The morning of my good friend's wedding. Four bridesmaids and the mother of the groom trek to Salon Allure for some high falutin', super stylin' hair flair. Armed with muffins, fruit and champagne, this was to be a few hours to relax before the madness... Salon Allure has a BEAUTIFUL new space. Relaxing, classic, smooth and contemporary. Nestled in an up-and-coming stretch of Union Street...it's poised to pamper. Nice digs. The good... Heather did my hair and the hair of one other bridesmaid. She was talkative, congenial, gave me the perfect "country club" poof hair. A little bit fancy, but mostly I looked myself, but a grown up. She even hid my streak (for the most part), and I'm sure the bride appreciated that ;) She curled the hell out of the other girl's hair...looked beautiful. The bad: The rest of the staff just seemed terribly unenthused. It was disappointing. The girl that did two of the girl's hair was hardly friendly, borderline curmudgeonly. But, whatever...it is what it is, and then...we got the bill. I am sorry, my friends. If you are going to charge $95 for a pretty novice looking updo, you best do it with a damn smile. $95. I was in SHOCK. ABSOLUTELY ridiculous. None of them took over 40 minutes. My blowdry style: $45 3 updos: $95/pop Mother of the Groom: $80 So we are talking, around $500 with tip to basically rearrange some hair. Make an effort. SERIOUSLY. So, basically...this place needs to get over itself....or step up to the plate with better work and better service. (this excludes Heather, she was great). But 50 percent still equals: pretty lacking. 3 stars is generous, as it may have been an off day. But hey, your friend only gets married once, and I don't live here anymore...so one chance is all they get....we could've gotten better styles at JC Penny for almost HALF the price. read more

Allure Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

My favorite salon...can't wait to get up there for the summer and see the new digs! Hi to Bob & Missy from sunny AZ

Terrible service. The judgemental staff and owner are SO rude. If you wanna feel like you aren't enough AND a crappy cut and color.. then this salon is for you! read more

I didn't purchase anything- cut or color, clothing, or products. This is simply because I went in the door during the art walk. I just like the "vibe." Yeah sure, I probably say that too much. But, hey it's my intuition and I shall trust it, for now. Prices....well I didn't look, as I wasn't needing anything. I liked the clothes okay, decent selection of face/hair products. Salon seemed nice, though I'm more a 'just trim the dang hair' person. Nothing too experimental or dare I say, chic. If it's your thing, I think they might do a good job, if I ever have cause to report back, I will. read more

I have gone to Allure since... my second hair cut after I moved to Traverse City. I will just say, that first place was not the best. Ashland and Bob at the front desk always greet w a sincere smile. Micha is my stylist, and he is a color genius. We have had a ton of fun trying a variety of colors, and I love them all. He is always willing to give styling tips. I have tried other salons for spa treatments with girlfriends but I always return to Allure. The staff is so warm and welcoming, the environment is beautiful and relaxing, and their pricing is similar to other high end salons in the area. I am really looking forward to taking my bridal party to Allure. read more

I am from Florida and cane to traverse for the summer. I was very nervous about someone new cutting my hair and read great reviews about allure so I went. The girl I went to says she had been a stylist for years but gave me such a terrible haircut!! I had to wait until I went back home to get it cut again in case they messed it up even more. read more

Was very impressed from beginning. Looking forward to seeing you next summer for manicure and hair appts.

I have been searching for a salon and stylist since I moved from out of state. I found Allure through a local search and I am so happy I did. Jessica was my stylist and she is great! She took the time to listen to my requests and concerns! We color matched to hair extensions I brought with me. We looked at pictures to confirm we were on the same page and discussed long term goals. Jessica did a combination of baby lights and hand painted highlights that turned out so beautiful and natural! The toner Jessica chose was perfect. The cut was a shape up exactly like I requested with not too much cut off. Jessica is talented and made me feel pampered and beautiful! Thank you Jessica and Allure Salon! read more

Slow, Sloppy, and Expensive I went there for a mani-pedi while visiting the area from out of town. It took more than two hours for a standard pedicure and a shellac manicure. The manicurist cut my finger while trimming my nails and then overcompensated, leaving the rest of the nails longer than the ones she'd already trimmed. She also did a very sloppy job applying the nail polish: after each application, she attempted to clean the sides with a cuticle stick and acetone, and that in the end, she left ragged edges to the polish: the sides of my nails are only half-polished, and the thumb nail has a big dent in the middle of the shellac. And, they charged $100! They might be ok for haircuts, I don't know, but I would never go back for nail services. read more

I was scheduled for an 11:15 full head of color appointment, called at 11:18 to advise I was running late due to traffic (left a message as there was no answer), arrived at 11:29 and was told I could not be seen as they were running too tight a schedule. I was not offered any other option such as a half head of color, no blow dry or alternate solution. I thanked them and left. As I was nearly out the door I was asked if I wanted to reschedule, which I politely declined. This salon's published opening days are Tuesday-Friday (closed Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays.). My experience and their hours suggest they are not desperate for business and are happy to forgo customer service and experience. read more

I had a great experience at allure, and highly recommend Kelsey for highlights! I'm new to town and really picky about my hair color (natural dark brunette and hair tends to turn reddish when lightened, which I hate). I called last minute and they were able to fit me in for a cut and highlights the following morning. I was running 10 min late but Kelsey still took the time to discuss exactly what I wanted and did prefect, well-placed, natural-looking highlights, and did not rush at all. She also chose a great toner and got me to exactly the color I was hoping for. She also did a great job with my cut. I'm so happy to have found a great salon and stylist on my first try- the last time we moved I went to four or five salons before finding a place I liked. I know this makes me sound high-maintenance but just want to illustrate how happy I was with my experience at allure. read more

Allure is a very friendly spot, with a cool modern space and some nice products to try. My cuts have been great and it never seems too crazy or crowded, so I get the attention I like. read more

I missed my hair appointment at home right before our trip to Traverse City. While I'm not one to just wander in off the street and ask for a haircut while on vacation, my hair was driving me so crazy that's exactly what I did! From the time I walked in the door until I walked out with a great new hair style, Beth did a fantastic job of listening and giving me a fantastic new look and making me feel right at home. Thank you so much Beth! read more

Allure is the BEST Aveda salon in Traverse City. I've been going there whenever I am visiting my parents and need color retouch. I can get an appointment easily, and often last minute. The services are really, really good. The best part about this salon, aside from the services, is the people. Bob, the owner, is one of the kindest people I've ever interacted with. He's so accommodating, if something isn't perfect, he does everything to make sure you're happy. He remembers you, and cares about his work and clients. Micah (is that how you spell it?) is a really great stylist. He's the only stylist who I've chatted with for hours (I've got a lot of hair) and who I haven't run out of things to talk about with. He's so funny. Missy saves the day. She does color like a god. Go to her. She will do the best job you could ask for. I love this place. read more

I went to Allure for about a year. I felt I was getting mediocre services at top prices. I liked the girl who did my hair personally and that is why I justified continuing to go there. I guess I finally had one too many high credit card charges and when I went home I'd look in the mirror unimpressed with the substandard job. I had my girlfriend dye my hair from a product bought at Oryana and received so many compliments for my natural looking color. I now see a hair dresser at another saloon and get what I pay for there. I now have a great cut and I occasionally get an eyebrow wax which is done so much more professionally at my new salon. Don't waste your money here. read more

I can say without hesitation that Andrea at Allure gave me the best highlights I have had in the decade or so that I have been coloring my hair. The cut she gave me is also outstanding. I have been living in major US and European cities and was hesitant to go to a salon in my home town...but I will now be finding reasons to come back to TC so that this can be my primary salon. All of the staff were friendly and professional. The space itself was nicely decorated, clean, and full of Aveda products. read more

Here for the summer and I was looking for an Aveda spa. Love it here! Very friendly and they did an awesome job on my hair. I would highly recommend Allure. read more

Fantastic! I have had recommendations for several of the stylists from community members, and I see Missy regularly. I have curly, coarse, difficult, long hair and I walk out with glossy head turning style. Also I am able to duplicate the style at home because Missy patiently teaches me the best, quickest, healthiest way to style my hair as she is styling it. I find her knowledgeable and she is wonderful at recommending the best cut for my hair type, face and lifestyle. I felt I knew a lot about hair but I always learn something new from Missy, she is professional and enthusiastic and I throughly enjoy my time in her chair. Thank you Missy, I love my hair! Kelli S. read more

Talent, personal service, cozy!

Loved my stylist! Had my hair done by Cassie for my wedding. She was awesome - super fun and friendly and chatted with my girlfriends as she worked. With very minimal input from me, she did an amazing up-do that looked classic, elegant and minimally "styled" yet stayed in all night with no problems - even through the removal of a veil and the addition of a reception hair-piece! I highly recommend her! read more

Hair ALL over the floor and chair. Two dirty brushs used on my hair, both had hair wrapped around them. And a stylist that smokes between procedures so when she returns she stinks like smoke. Dirty and overpriced. Disgusting! read more