This is a pricey salon ($200-300, gratuity included, for a cut and color), but when you invest with the right stylist, you get more than the service you pay for. I've cut and colored my hair at home for ~20 years between sporadic/infrequent visits to budget salons to fix mistakes (both netting mediocre results at best). I leave each of my appointments at Ello Pretty confident, with healthy hair and a cut designed for low-effort maintenance + sustainable grow-out. I understand that not everybody feels comfortable walking into the space (I don't love feeling like a misfit in a room full of confident babes, either), but once I'm in the chair, I completely forget there's anyone else around; Lauren treats me like an MVP every visit and I genuinely feel like I'm having a conversation with an old friend. Never do I feel judged, nor like I'm boring her or wasting her time. I don't feel forced into uncomfortable small talk since the conversation flows so naturally; she's smart, professional, and sincerely cool. It's worth reiterating that the price of your visit ALSO includes intangibles like active listening. Lauren encourages me to share my ideas, photos, million questions, and requirements before we start. Any concerns, re: texture, length, complimenting my skin or face shape, color, maintenance, styling, etc. are addressed fully and thoroughly, and she checks in with me several times throughout the appointment to make sure we're still headed in the right direction/achieving the results I want, offering me the control to change my mind, ask questions, or fine-tune along the way. Never have I felt so in control of my appearance, nor had as much trust in the person doing the work - she always knocks it out of the park. The wait to see her can be long, so once you're sold, book an entire series of appointments! read more

Ello Pretty - Pre-cut, I had shoulder-length platinum hair w/3.5" root grow-out (not cute). I asked for a dark bob I could air-dry without product. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Ello pretty hair salon is extremely over priced and not worth your time or your money. I missed my hair appointment for and I got charged twice for it. I called the manager, She was unprofessional and rude. She did not give me a full refund and I am furious. She acted like a real life Regina George from Mean Girls. The customer is always right and clearly she was never taught that. That is sales 101. As a loyal customer I will not be returning back and will be taking my business elsewhere. read more

Kelsey Kerrigan is an amazing stylist who works magic with my thin hair. She has a very intuitive nature. She's a master at extensions and blonding. read more

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I've been to this salon 3 times. Every time I go, I show them a picture of the blonde I want, absolutely no dark hair in the pictures, and they still leave so much dark in my hair. My last visit, I made it a point to say I didn't want any dark in my hair. I was initially okay with the results because she didn't leave as much dark as the last girl did. Then recently, I saw this picture someone took of me. The last girl I went to completely missed two huge strips on the back of my head. I'm so embarrassed that I've been walking around like this. For the price you pay...this salon is not worth it. I pay $300+ every time I go and am never happy with my results. The vibe is cute in the place but that's about it. I gave it a couple chances but I'm done. read more

Ello Pretty - Missed spots for a blonde color - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Sending in another review! This is the third time I've gotten hair extensions with Annie! She is amazing, I love them more and more each time I get them! Everyone needs to see Annie from Ello Pretty for all your hair needs! This is an absolutely amazing salon. It has such a wonderful atmosphere and everyone is so sweet! They also use IGK and R+Co products, which smell and feel great! Thank you thank you thank you Annie!! read more

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Worst experience I've had in Providence. I was just 10 minutes late for a haircut, and not only did they refuse to take me, but they also charged me the full price. I was lost trying to find the place, which made the situation even more frustrating. Absolutely unreasonable--avoid this place at all cost! read more

I have been going to Lauren Billingsly for EXACTLY two years now (happy anniversary). I can't even think about going to anyone else without getting anxious, every time I go no matter what cut I get it's perfect. From bangs to layers to fixing the undercut I got on a whim without consulting you (oops). The salon itself looks like a building made for photoshoots: Clean, minimalistic, greenery, big open space, and room to walk so you're not crowded screaming over each other. You walk in and you feel like you're there out on a coffee date with your friends. Every person I see walks out with photoshoot-ready hair and I can't suggest this place more. If you like good vibes this is the salon for you! read more

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I was looking through hair salons online. I found one that was close to me and had good reviews. I tried booking it online and was directed to call to book an appointment. I called and booked an appointment for Tuesday April 18th for highlights. I was told by Jessica if I didn't cancel the appointment within a specific amount of time there would be a fee. She never said how much. Due to circumstances beyond my control I did not make the appointment. I received a call from Jessica stating they were going to charge my visa $ 220.oo for not showing up. I thought maybe $25-50 for the fee. That amount is ridiculous. I am a senior on a fixed amount and cannot afford that. This is ridiculous! How can they get away with this? In all my years I have never heard of this or death with it before. read more

I cannot recommend Kelsey at Ello Pretty enough! I've been seeing Kelsey Kerrigan since I moved back to RI and she is amazing! My blonde is always perfect! If you're looking for someone who knows blondes, Kelsey's it. Her attention to detail is unmatched. She always makes sure my hair is healthy, on-trend and professional for my job. Plus, she's an absolute joy to see! 10/10 read more

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Ashley is the extension goddess!! Its my first time ever having extensions installed & she has sealed the deal for me, ill be going to her now and forever to continue to get them. For starers, she was very thorough on the installation process and what to expect after first getting them. Secondly, she set me up for success with both after care products and instructions to make the most out of my extensions. Lastly, they're absolutely beautiful!! I have received so many compliments on how natural looking they are. They are so long, thick & soft im absolutely obsessed. Total confidence booster, 10/10 recommend. See before & after photos below!! Dont walk... RUN & go book with Ashley!! read more

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They're awesome! Hair and makeup for a wedding in Newport. Wasn't too far and we booked them for their positive reviews. read more

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I have been seeing Kelsey for over two years and I am always so impressed by what she can do with my hair! I see her primarily for highlights/hair-painting/foils but she also cuts my hair occasionally. Everyone in the salon is so kind and I always leave feeling more beautiful! I am so thankful for Kelsey! read more

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It's been days since I got my hair cut with Kara or cara idk how to spell her name but I went in their blind hands down recommend this business to anyone with thick curly or wavy hair the staff and ambiance are to die for !!! Thank you for everything!!! You'll be seeing me soon! read more

I love my color and my stylist did a great job. She also mentioned the salon offers Brazilian blowouts although I didn't see this on their website. When I checked my email receipt I admit I was pretty surprised to see I was charged $45 to touch up my undercut, which took about 5 minutes using a buzzer and I wasn't cleaned up after so had a nice itchy drive home. Even with Manhattan prices which I am used to I've never been charged more than $15-20, and I am usually cleaned up afterward as well. I checked their website and a "barbered haircut" with clippers is $35, not $45, which is still expensive for what I received so somewhat frustrating to see I was upcharged. They send you a follow up email after your service in case you have questions, which is nice in theory but I responded and have yet to hear back about my questions... I will definitely come back especially as my stylist was super sweet and really thoughtful with her work, but will skip the undercut touch up and ask any questions in person! :) read more

Ello pretty is the cutest Salome with such a great aesthetic!! The staff there is soo friendly, offering to take your jacket and give you a water as soon as you walk in! I've gotten extensions at other places before and none of them compared to the ones I got here!! I go to Kelsey and she's amazing and really knows what she's doing and talking about! Love it here, 10/10 recommend! read more

Ello Pretty - 20 inch hair extensions - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I never knew the feeling of walking out of a salon with so much confidence until I came to Ello Pretty and Ashley did my hair for the first time. She is a wizard when it comes to my hair, and makes me feel so beautiful! Even after moving over an hour away, I still make the drive to see her and have her work her magic, whether it's color, highlights, a Brazilian blowout, or a much needed haircut. The salon itself is very clean and welcoming, definitely recommend! read more

Shady and unprofessional. Serving up the Basic, This place is not for folks with short hair or LGBTQ+ identities. Such a shame, located in Olneyville in the same complex as Riffraff Books, Clinica Esperanza, and Troupe, Ello Pretty is a glossy beacon of gentrification catering to clients dropping $$$ to become more blonde, don't expect to be treated with standard customer curtesy if you're coming in for regular barbered cuts ($35). I should have listened to my gut when 1. My stylist asked me what it meant to be non-binary on my first appointment 2. I showed up once for an appointment and was told they didn't have me on the schedule 3. They called me at 10:30 am to cancel an 11 am appointment when I was already across town 4. Have paid full price for canceling an appointment 24 hours in advance, they do have a 48 hour cancellation policy although the policy describes no shows as requiring 100% of the fee, cancellations 50%. 5a. Left without a haircut when I arrived 8 min late for my appointment. I apologized genuinely for arriving late as I biked across town in the rain on my lunch break and road visibility was limited / required caution... front desk's reply? "I've had to train myself to leave extra early for appointments." Some of us have busy lives, work in medicine, and squeezing in a haircut is tough. 5b. This was even more insulting as I had another appointment scheduled with them for the week prior, but got a call that they had made a mistake while scheduling and needed to move me to a later date. Cool, but then why schedule me for such an inflexible time? They had rescheduled me at a time that squeezed me between another client getting highlights, and had no wiggle room for a barbered cut with clippers (takes 10-15 min) because the stylist needed to be attentive to the final results of ongoing color lifting for their main client. Here's a tip: maybe try giving clients their own appointment times!! Its a shame that after all the times I've been patient and lenient with their mistakes to not be treated with the same decency. The only conclusion I have is this place just does not value customers seeking short haircuts equally, the stylists will see themselves as above it (less costly service), and you'll be put to the back of the line time after time as they service a room full of ladies with enough time and financial resources to dedicate 4+ hours to lightening their hair. Yep, you've been read. Enough is enough, you honestly couldn't pay me to go back here. I'll be taking my business for cuts and products elsewhere thanks. POC owned businesses to the front! read more

I absolutely love this place !! It's my favorite salon I've been to so far. To find it is a lil confusing bc you'll see the sign the the entrance is on the other side : look for RiffRaff and park in there or on the street. Such a cute building community! It's airy , friendly and comfy. They are real cool ppl in there. The most talented Kara colored and cut my hair and I gotta say from East to West she's the best ! My hair is a work in progress. Goal is blonde. Perhaps platinum. She steered me right to getting some hair painting first and go from there. She obviously cares about my hair and the end product. I'll post pics on the progress but here's day one : read more

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I have been seeing Kara Evans for hair cuts and color for several months. I have shaved, barbered sides and a shaggy modern mullet-type style. Many stylists are uncomfortable with untraditional hair, but not Kara. She is fantastic! Kara makes sure you leave with exactly what you want. She checks in periodically during the service to make sure you are happy or would like her to make changes. In between appointments, she also keeps in touch to make sure you are happy with your regrowth and will answer any product or styling questions you may have. I truly appreciate her dedication to clients. A+ I have to bring up Ello's shampoo service. I have never had a better scalp massage. Those girls are amazing. read more

I have been going to Ello Pretty for a couple of years now and I am a big fan of the salon as a whole. The space is open, airy and welcoming and very comfortable. The staff are all so sweet and accommodating! I have been seeing Annie almost the whole time I've been going and she is such a peach. She listens, takes her time and really does an amazing job. Not sure what magic she uses to make my hair so silky but I like it. I'm grateful that I found this gem - finding a good salon is not easy and it's even harder to find a really good hairstylist. read more

This is a wonderful salon! The space is huge and airy and pleasantly designed, and has a great vibe. Everyone I have interacted with in every visit has been excellent. I see Stephanie, and she is so talented, every time I leave I get so many compliments on her work! I have been in for an appointment since Covid protocols were enacted, and they do an excellent job maintaining safety standards. The size of the space makes it feel very safe and allows for ample distance between clients, and the staff are all well trained. You are also able to book appointments and manage payment methods through the Mind Body app, which is very convenient. read more

I LOVE Alyssa so much and she deserves 5 stars for how amazing she has been with my blonde hair! Color, cut, extensions- she has done it ALL and she is the best. She's also so fun to chat with and has a great personality! Love love love her. I'm giving three stars for the salon experience. While it is a beautiful, clean, open-concept space, I always felt such mean girl energy while I was in there! It was typical during my visits for there to be 3+ female employees (including the owner) all hanging out, gossiping, and whispering during my appointments. It made me feel a little uncomfortable at times. Maybe I'm just self conscious, but it didn't sit right with me. I only kept coming back because Alyssa was so amazing! read more

Absolutely in love with the concept, the place, the people and MY HAIR! Mackenzie was my artist and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone! She listened and delivered. Thank you so much! Can't wait for the spring color read more

Ello Pretty - There wasn't much color before but the "after" was amazing! Absolutely in love with how my hair looks. - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I have been going to Ello Pretty and seeing Annie for over a year! I love the space and Annie is the best there is. She has given me bobs, highlights, and most recently extensions! If you're considering extensions then Annie is your girl! Best decision I've ever made. And in addition to her hair skills, she is so kind and easy to talk to. Highly recommend Annie and Ello Pretty! read more

Ello Pretty - 16 inch hair extensions done by Annie - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Beautiful salon. Organized and clean. That's pretty much all I can say. You get highschool mean girl vibes when entering. I have gone twice and both time I entered all the staff was hovering over the desk chit chatting. So the minute you walk in all eyes on you. It made me feel uncomfortable to the point where I felt like I didn't belong in the salon. I actually felt uncomfortable while getting hair done both times. The service I received was a pixie cut and both times the back of my head was uneven. The salon offers a pixie cut service starting at $50 but if you want someone who is an advanced stylist you pay a higher amount. No pixie cut should cost higher than $50. So basically your options are an ok pixie cut for $50 or great pixie for $75. Not worth it. I really wanted to like the place but not for me. read more

I had a not so good experience getting balayage done at another salon. It was a streaky, bleachy looking mess. Although the salon offered to fix it for free, I wanted to make sure that I was in good hands so that I'd be 110% happy. My sister recommended Ello Pretty, so I had a consultation with Jessica, the owner a few days later. I immediately felt at home!! She listened to me, made sure she understood what I wanted, explained to me what she was going to do, and was super personable the entire time. Everyone who works there is so so genuine and want their clients to be happy. The ambiance is great, complimentary tea and snack were great, too!! The day I went in to get my hair done was amazing. She was quick and totally knew what she was doing. I LOVE my hair. Jess fixed the not-so-good cut I got as well. Now my hair is a beautiful honey tone balayage and a super cute cut. I couldn't be happier. I had no concerns going there and none going out either!! So worth it! read more

Had a perfect blowout by Alyssa last Saturday. Myself along with three girlfriends went for blowouts and had a fantastic experience. Olivia greatest us at the door with the biggest smile to make us all feel completely welcome. The entire staff were all extremely accommodating as they offered us various refreshments and totally rocked each of our blowouts. Alyssa truly understood what I wanted as far as style goes. My gorgeous waves lasted all day, night, and into the next day/night. She put the perfect amount of product to give my hair some extra love too. I also loved that she gave me a little education about how she created my look so I can (try to) recreate the look at home (just not as well as she did ). Can't wait to go back! read more

Guys, I want to like this place. Really, I do. The staff is so kind and they serve blueberry sours as a part of their beer and wine selection. Actually, the wine and beer selection is totally on point here. Wait, though. I'm not writing about a bar. Hello Pretty is a salon but I think they'd be even better if they marketed themselves as a bar where you could get hair and waxing done because that's about how lackadaisical and sloppy their styling is. I got my eyebrows done here once. First, they weren't even. Second, they looked about as grown out as they did before when I'd asked the stylist if she could keep them looking 'natural.' I went ahead and scheduled a hair appointment on the day of brow disappointment. Why? I was already there and figured they may do a better job with hair because of the rave Yelp reviews. I had a bad feeling given that all the pictures people have posted are basically of the same soft angled bob styled with waves done with product and a curling iron. Yet I persisted. I tried to describe what I wanted, which was more texture and to avoid having to use extensive product and styling beyond blow drying because I already have to get up at 5 am for work most mornings. Well, that resulted in not much more than my split ends being trimmed and some weird uneven cutting at the bottom. I think they aren't trained to do much besides the aforementioned bob because the stylist was very reluctant to touch with scissors above my chin, saying there were a lot of layers. This resulted in a very limp, flat cut. On top of that, she insisted on giving me a cut where I used expensive product, a flat iron and a curling iron only to give me a variation of the same bob I've seen over and over on their Instagram, just oddly sloppier and sadder. When I went back to work after having just washed my hair, the first reaction from a co-worker was, "Weren't you supposed to get your hair cut?" I think that sums it up. I went back to my old stylist in Texas over Thanksgiving, who gave me the cut I was looking for at less than half the price. Two stars back to Ello Pretty for the friendly staff and the beers. Otherwise, it's "Ello Pretty Meh." read more

do not go here if you have curly hair. i recently had a $120 hair cut where i was given the worst curly cut i've ever had - it actually completely ruined my curls - they are now stringy. she didnt even bother to style it and had me AIR DRY. my appointment lasted 20 mins so clearly there was no thought put in at all or maybe just pure laziness. i've never walked out of a salon without styled hair, that is absurd and obscene if you are going to charge these prices. in case they read this, here is what a curly cut should entail : https://curlmaven.ie/the-best-haircut-for-curly-hair/ read more

i saw danielle for partial highlight and haircut , and it came out beautiful! started coloring my hair in a salon just this year and she has made it so easy. Thank you so much. read more

Alyssa did an amazing job with my cut and color- I wanted to add some brightness but keep a lot of my natural brown- she pulled it off effortlessly and the effect is natural and beautiful. I was being pretty picky but she maintained her sweet, friendly and professional attitude throughout, and I couldn't be happier with the result! Thanks so much Alyssa! read more

Ello Pretty - Cut, highlights, gloss and styling by Alyssa - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I just got my hair colored and extensions done by Ashley and they look amazing, i'm obsessed! If you're looking to get extensions (or anything else) definitely go with her! She matched my hair perfectly and listened to what I wanted. read more

Certainly the best repeated hair salon experience I've had. I even really liked my last stylist, who moved to Hawai'i, and Nicole and Jessica run an even better ship. I got a BIG haircut here my first visit--10-12 inches. Nicole spent 15-20 mins with me before ever cutting a hair. She went above and beyond by helping cut it so I could sell the hair, teaching me how to use different products to style my new 'do, and by taking pictures so I could show my best friend. Plus, the #1 most important part--my haircuts here (3 and counting) have been exceptional. Nicole clearly knows her subject matter, and with Jessica running the salon at a very courteous level, this place is THE place to get your hair cut. I've referred 5 people here, and they are all regulars now (including two men). Plus, $40 for women's cut and style/ $25 for men. Can't beat it. read more

Ello Pretty - Before & after--helping me capitalize on my natural curls instead of straightening the crap out of them - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Had an amazing experience here with Katie Kelly. The salon is beautiful and spacious, the staff is so friendly, and Katie was so talented. I made a big change and got bangs for the first time since I was a child - I was terrified but committed to doing something different. Katie was confident, steady handed and so talented. I could not possibly love my bangs more than I do. This is the best haircut I've had in possibly my whole life. My husband is going crazy over it, I'm flipping my hair back and forth feeling like a goddess, I couldn't be happier. Ladies and gentlemen, this place is it. read more

I wish I lived closer so I could come here regularly! I was in Providence for my birthday and decided I wanted a blow-out before going out on the town. I looked this place up on Yelp, went to their website and was thrilled to see a reasonably priced, tech-savvy salon with a functional online booking system! It is 2016, people. If your salon does not have this right, you are doing it wrong. When I arrived outside the salon, I may have actually said out loud to myself, "CUTE" -- I would call this place Rustic Industrial Chic. In the best way possible. I dig. Once inside I was greeted warmly and felt very welcome and comfortable. The ladies there are so nice and chill, I felt like I was among friends. Adorable Jen washed my hair, and Awesome Elyse did my blow-out. Elyse is the bomb, guys. She listened to me, was SO friendly and made my hair look better than any other blow-out I've had before. I paid on their iPad Register, including tip (2016, people!!!) and left an extremely satisfied customer. Thanks, Ello Pretty! See you next time I'm in Providence! read more

Ello Pretty - #problow from Ello Pretty! Thanks, Elyse! - Makeup Artists Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I was looking for a salon and stylist that just gets it - a place that you didn't have to explain that you want your hair to look current and walk out feeling amazing! As a (very) pregnant perfectionist, I was in desperate need of a cut and to feel like myself again. My best friend recommended Ello Pretty and from the moment we walked in and I met Shannon, I knew it was going to be great. The salon was clean, contemporary, and beautiful. Shannon was warm and easy to talk to, gave a fantastic consultation, and could easily have done all the hairstyles I've pinned on Pinterest. I rebooked and can't wait to go back now that I'm not pregnant and puffy! read more

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Kara is the only person I trust with my hair. Not only does my hair always look amazing, but she always gets me in and out so quick it barely puts a dent in my day. I highly recommend Kara if you're looking for a stress free appointment :) read more

The first appointment I ever had with Ashley, I basically told her to do whatever she wanted with my hair. It was so worth putting my trust in her because I've never received so many compliments. As the year has gone by, she has literally transformed my hair with color and most recently, the addition of extensions. If this is a testament to how incredible she is, I recently moved from Rhode Island to New York and still go back to Ello Pretty because I don't trust anyone else with my hair. I'm really lucky our paths have crossed and so is my hair. read more

I wish I could give a better review. I asked for an ash blonde (I like a cool blonde) but ended up with grey hair. Like totally grey. With the lighting I couldn't tell it was that bad until I got home. I actually screamed when I saw myself in the mirror. I think the problem was that Kelly was booked with another customer and did the balayage on the other customer while I sat with a toner. My hair lifts super quickly, which Kelly wouldn't have known because I was new. So I do take some responsibility because I didn't speak up to say "hey, I'm still sitting here with toner and my hair tends to process super quickly" but I've never had to do that, ever, with any hairdresser. I also didn't wake up to the mirror and look super closely or I would have noticed earlier how bad it was. But the lighting in there really wasn't very good - it wasn't until I was in natural light that I could see how grey it was. Overall, I was disappointed and ended up going somewhere else to fix it. The new stylist told me that my hair had first been lifted too much (bleach left on way too long) and then the issue was compounded by leaving the toner on too long. But I should have spoken up more for myself. That's why I was generous and gave 3 stars and not 1. I also didn't feel very safe with the street parking but if you park in the actual parking lot, it is much better. read more

Super amazing salon in every sense of those words! You feel comfortable as soon as you step over the threshold by the warm and genuine welcome from all. I must say I went in a state of desperation and didn't have the hopes of the actual outcome. I was fortunate to have Alyssa as my stylist that not only didn't judge the mess I made on my own (home box dye ), but made me beautiful again! I'll forever be grateful, and will see her again in 6 weeks! read more

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