I have never been so compelled to write a positive review (or any review) of a hairdresser before. I just got my hair cut and restyled here yesterday and I can honestly say it's the best hair cut I've ever had! This was a major change for me too, it wasn't just a little trim that anyone could have done correctly. I went from shoulder length to a slightly asymmetrical pixie cut and I couldn't be happier with the result!
I've been visiting Glasgow for a few months already and I walk by Coda every day and noticed they accept walk-ins (standby appointments), so I thought why not give them a try? I first checked out reviews and others places in the area, but they seemed like the right kind of atmosphere and price for me. I don't really enjoy stuffy or stuck-up high end hair salons, as I always feel out of place and uncomfortable. That was not the case at Coda at all.
When I first walked up those stone stairs to get to the actual salon that looks over Sauchiehall Street I was a bit nervous (trying new hairdressers is always a big deal, you know!). They didn't have any immediate time open, but I was asked to come back in 45 minutes and they could take me. When I got back I was greeted and taken to the chair right away by a long haired gentleman. I have never had my hair cut by a man before so this was new to me. I showed him the pictures of the pixie cut I wanted and he talked over a few of the details with me just to make sure we were both on the same page. Then he started to cut the length and the hair came flying off!
I have never seen a hairdresser so meticulous and detail oriented about their work. It was a complete pleasure to have him cut my hair. I could tell that he didn't leave one single hair untouched and everything was done with absolute precision. Even the messy look I wanted styled at the end was a completely controlled chaos. He placed each tuft of hair exactly how he wanted it to make it absolutely perfect. I honestly wish I had gotten his name so I could mention him directly, but he's tall with long hair and tattoos, very nice, and obviously amazing at what he does!
I can not speak for any other hairdressers there, but if they're anything like him then you're in good hands with any of them. I would most certainly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fresh and edgy new cut, because that's exactly what I got. On top of all that it was only £25 and I was informed they offer free fringe trims for returning clients. How can anyone pass that up?
The only thing that bums me out about this whole experience is that I'll be leaving soon and won't get to have them as my regular hairdresser. What a shame! read more