First time client taking a brave step to visit a new (to me) stylist and was blown away by the results. I saw Kiersten first for a free 15 minute consult which is provided to ensure both client and stylist are on the same page for what is to be done. And let's be real: this is the perfect time to decide - as a new client - if you even like or trust the stylist. After feeling rather confident in what we talked about and Kiersten's proficiency, I made my actual appointment. Kiersten not only did exactly what I asked for (fixing years of Vancouver based stylist color/highlight mishaps) but she also gave me a great cut that flattered my messy, moody, curly hair. I immediate got home and recommended a friend to see her. read more

I am completely confident that I reviewed the correct business. My original review is accurate, honest, and still reflects my experience. I have not received any messages from your business through Yelp. If you do not recall this interaction, that is concerning. Original review: This salon butchered my hair for $60-80 and then banned me from ever receiving my promised "fix". In the salon chair I began coming down with a flu, and it was really horrible and hit me hard and fast. I couldn't really tell how bad my hair really was until 2 or 3 days later when I felt human again. I called the salon after looking at my hair from all angles clearly for the first time, trying not to cry because I was so upset at what I was seeing. I had originally asked for an A-line cut. This is what I received. The owner asked me to email a photo showing my haircut, so l did. She then told me she DIDN'T SEE ANYTHING WRONG WITH MY HAIR..... I can laugh about it now but l sure was devastated when it happened. So after being dismissed I decided to open up a case with the BBB to try and rectify the problem since the owner wouldn't help me and was quite rude to me for no real reason I could see, considering this was not my fault. She tried blaming me since I was sick and didn't call them immediately. The salon owner told the BBB they would give me a free haircut to fix the problem. Ok, I accept that from another stylist, sure. I'm not looking to rip them off, I just want normal looking hair like I paid for. When I tried calling the salon to make an appointment for a fix a while later (brave, looking back) the person on the phone said I wasn't allowed there and nobody there would cut my hair! I didn't curse at these people, yell at them, or do anything disrespectful just to be clear. This was some time ago but I still want people to know how this business operates and I've never forgotten how horribly they treated me for no reason. read more

Halo Designs - Hair Salons Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I've never had so many complements on my haircut. Meghan does a great job. She added a gloss to my hair and it shines nicely

Megan did a great job with my blowout! Even with my difficult overgrown extensions my hair was soft beachy waves when she was finished. And I love that the salon uses Oribe products my fav! read more

Always do a great job and are professional and friendly. I would highly recommend this salon.

I saw this studio when I was walking by and they were busy so I figured they must do hair well. I scheduled a consult and haircut, done together. Liz was nice but very much focused on the conversations of her co-workers which was annoying. I was concerned when she sat down to do my haircut as I've never had a stylist sit to make sure my hair was even. It was not. The way she blew out my hair concealed how uneven the cut was. I was growing out an A-line haircut and the back was finally shoulder length. When she cut the front of my hair, the face framing pieces are easily 2 inches off. read more

I've been going to Ashley for almost two years for cuts, color, great coffee and beautiful hair. Highly recommended.

Their new lady did my eye brows and she is even better than the last lady. And the best part, it didn't hurt much.

This salon ruined my virgin hair. I went in requesting that my hair be bleached; with full knowledge that it may take a few sessions to completely be the blonde that I wanted but with hopes that we could begin the process. I signed a contract stating that I understood that there might be breakage or damage to my hair, but never once was I or warned that my stylist Ashley would be incompetent or allow me to leave with neon orange bangs, oranges patches throughout myself hair or dime size cheetah spots in it. Never once was I told that my stylist felt that she was not competent enough to complete this job, but that was obviously the case. She left my entire bangs sitting out of the processor and as a result they were destroyed. When I expressed concern, I was told I would have to make another appointment to come back and have it fixed and promptly rushed out the door. I was forced to pay $600 to leave with no product and orange hair. I did not trust them to fix it so I went elsewhere where I had to pay another $300 to have it fixed elsewhere. When I called to cancel this salon redoing my hair I received no answer, and I was unable to leave a voicemail which I was told was due to the holidays. I was then blamed for this with the salon saying that I had not called to reschedule despite multiple attempts to contact them in the days leading up. I was advised by the other salon to call and request my money back asking to pay only for the product due to the egregious condition the second salon found my hair in. Upon speaking with the owner however, I was refused a refund, regardless of how poor the quality of work, and regardless of the resulting expense to me and emotional distress this caused right before Christmas. I have no idea how any woman, let alone, business owner, could honestly look at this work, and the state of my hair, and say that this was okay or that it was work they wanted to stand behind, but I would strongly caution any person who is considering going to the salon to reconsider. read more

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I ask for a balayage and I was there for 6 hours to come out looking like trash The person doing my hair didn't even know how to hold the curling iron. I am very upset with the services and can't believe i have to walk around like this. This place used to be a great place to go. I was told that I need to pay more money to get a root melt and lowlights put in. I also am about to attend a wedding. Wish me luck. In the meantime I will wait for my refund read more

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I've been going to Halo for several years. Liz is by far the best stylist that has ever done my hair. I'm her client for life! She's a wizard with extensions, a master of color and most importantly knows how to manage my naturally curly hair! Liz and Charlene are a dynamic duo that know how to really take care of each and every guest. Thank you for years of incredible service. read more

Halo Designs - My hair after a fresh Smoothing treatment! - Hair Salons Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Never going here again. Louis has been a hairdresser for years and this is how she framed my face... absolutely absurd that I even paid for this hack job. No tip. Needs to learn how to use scissors and face frame. Thanks for nothing Louis !!!! I could have done this myself at home. :) read more

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I have been coming here for almost 2 years, everyone is friendly and professional, I always see someone I know when I come in; but more importantly, I am here for hair, and I leave with a great color, tone, and style! I also appreciate how they are involved in the community, with a food drive currently underway...toy drive for the holidays coming up!! We will be there! Thank you, Liz!! read more

Elizabeth of Halo Designs is AWESOME!!! She listens to what type of hairstyle you want and she make recommendations where needed. She's the best hairstylist I've ever found in Vancouver, WA!!!! read more

Louise is a great stylist and sure to leave you smiling. I can only speak for the mens cuts but if you're looking for a fun stylist who has experience and understands your asks, she's the one! read more

If you want hair extensions or anything Liz is my girl. She has been doing my hair extensions, cuts, and colors 3 plus years now. My extensions always last forever. Liz takes her time and explains things to me thoroughly and what I love is they do not try to price gouge. I am a faithful loyal customer to Liz. It's Always a happy environment. All the ladies there are friendly. I have watched them all do amazing things to others hair while getting my hair done. In my opinion the prices are very fair considering you will not leave unhappy. read more

No stars. Waste of time. I called on Tuesday requesting an appointment only if the stylist had availability to do the job either Thursday/Friday or Sunday afternoon. She said there were 3 stylist available and we scheduled an appointment with a consultation. She booked me with Hillary who was supposed to be a color specialist. My hair was red but I removed most of it with color oops box hair color removal. Upon arrival Hillary said she was going to put me in someone else's chair because she didn't know what to do. I moved chairs next to Hillary's and got the lady with the very short haircut. She said I would need. Bleach wash and would need to dye it brown to cover the orange from the hair remover. She said highlights were not possible at this stage. Then she said she also had no time to do my hair and everyone was booked all week except Saturday which I had a conference that day(today.) I specifically said I ONLY wanted an appt with someone available to do the work because I'm visiting from Florida till Monday. My time was not respected or valued. See photo. Red to color removed(orange) to when I WENT ELSEWHERE AND GOT IT DONE. (Lila at Changes Hair salon did my hair.) GO SEE LILA AT CHANGES HAIR SALON!!! They are open late, NO BLEACH WASH was done AND I got BLONDE FULL HEAD HIGHLIGHTS in 1 processing! Do not waste your time at halo designs. Go to changes instead and see Lila or Whitney! read more

Halo Designs - Hair Salons Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Worst run business I've ever encountered. It took me two months to get an appointment (I know, ridiculous, right?!?!?). The day before my appointment they call me and tell me I am not going to be a good fit for the salon. Because if I see her tomorrow for a CONSULT, then it's another two months to get the work done and I have my own hair (New taped) and they want to sell their own. I am so frustrated and ticked off. I want to blast to everyone how poorly run this salon is! Preciate' Charlene but that all is just a marketing ad. Bottom lie, you DO NOT want new clients, if so, appts would not be two months out. Have you thought about hiring more staff? Training them to be this elite group of stylists that you have? Two months to book your first appointment and I get called the day before to cancel. THAT is the bottom line. read more

I recently moved to Vancouver/Portland area and needed to find a great stylist to replace my CA stylist.... Mind you, I'm very picky because of my coarse Asian hair! But when I moved here I felt adventurous and I found Charlene here on Yelp. I made the call and I met with her and told her "to go for it" (I had long mid back length hair). And now! I love my cut! and have been back now to have same cut done! She's amazing and knows just what to do. No one has cut my hair on the design of what my hair does naturally, which curls! I recommend Charlene to anyone! I'm glad I found my gal here in Vancouver! read more

I'm updating this review because my hair transformation tonight is amazing!! You've seen my previous pictures of the beautiful red and jewel tones she's been creating in my hair for years. I wanted to take it to a teal, knowing that it's a process to get from red to teal. Her work tonight is amazing. I know my pictures don't even do it justice, so I will try again tomorrow to take a few in the sunlight. I am in love with this cut and color. I live in Portland and I tell everyone that it is worth it, hands down, to drive to downtown Vancouver to see Charlene. Thank you so much for making me look so foxy! read more

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I got a great haircut from Louise! The salon is comfortable. The people are friendly.

An amazing place with friendly people! Kiersten did my brother's hair perm and it looks so good!!! He is so happy with the results and we are so glad we found this place definitely would come back! read more

I Absolutely cannot recommend this salon enough, every time I go I get consistent, quality service & the pricing is more than reasonable. I especially recommend Elizabeth! She takes the time to listen to what you want and offers her advice to come up with the best solution for you and your hair. She is great with kids cuts too, my son loves to have her cut and sometimes even color his hair!! read more

I got a haircut and beard trim from Louise a couple of weeks ago and I had a great experience. This was my first time going here and I will definitely be coming back. Everyone was very friendly and the price was very reasonable for the extra care vs a basic barber shop. read more

Thank you Brooke for being able to get me in for a last minute hair revival haircut! :) Everyone was super professional and informative. I appreciate Brooke being very honest with what is achievable with my hair and what is not. She listened to what my hair goals are, as I'm growing it out from an a-line bob to a mid-back length hairstyle once more. She gave me bangs and trimmed up my hair. I look forward to her giving me the baylage look here in a couple of weeks. Will post photos with an update when this happens! P.S. Parking--it's downtown Vancouver so parking is limited. Brooke informed me they will have meters coming in Nov 2017, which may make parking a little more difficult? Allow yourself some time to find some parking. I parked on Broadway and walked through the alley to get to their storefront off of Main street. Had no problems findin parking on Broadway. read more

Jayme cut my hair. I'm very picky to say the least. She listened to what I wanted and the cut is perfect! I highly recommend Jayme!

Disclaimer: This review is purely for my experience with Halo, and is no reflection on the hair stylists or owner as it's evident they all do amazing work. I scheduled an appointment about a week out for a haircut and color consult. I arrived the evening of my appointment and they told me I wasn't on their books. Honestly, I was pretty frustrated - the receptionist asked me "Are you sure you called Halo for the appointment? Maybe you called the wrong salon." Probably not something I would say, but that's just me. They scheduled me that evening for an entire week out for the haircut, and another 2 weeks for hair dye. I required a haircut that week because I literally can't take a shred of time off for the entire month of October. I was too frustrated about my experience with the appointment that I cancelled my haircut and hair dye appointment. Then, today, I received a confirmation call today for my dye appointment that I absolutely cancelled last week, along with my haircut appointment. I am noticing a pattern of issues with scheduling based on a couple other reviewers' experiences. Charlene overheard what was going on when I arrived that night, and very graciously gave me a 20% off coupon for my next visit. I'm sorry to say I won't be using it. I very much wanted to experience what Halo has to offer but this irked me a bit too much...and I'm usually willing to give another chance. read more

I went back for my haircut and it was as wonderful as before. I love that it is very easy to work with at home. Also the haircut lasts meaning when it grows out it grows out gracefully. I get lots of compliments from my family and friends. I am looking forward to my next visit with Charlene. Thank you Charlene and team for brilliant work. I am coming back soon. Olga read more

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Was looking for a new hair dresser and came across Halo. Set up appointment with Liz and to tell you the truth I was very nervous but was so happy with the results I will for sure be going back. Liz was wonderful. read more

My hair stylist retired and joined the Circus, so I had to find a new magician. :) If that is not scary enough I also wanted to go shorter than I have been in years. Jamie exceeded my hopes and expectations! I am absolutely going to be back! Thank you Jamie!!! read more

Lovely haircut! Can't wait to come for color. Truly felt listened to and love the products used.

Hillary was awesome! Love love love my hair and will absolutely go back. Salon was easy to find plenty of parking on the street. read more

Halo Designs - New hair! - Hair Salons Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

This is the first time I have posted a review on any service, product etc...that should tell you how unhappy I am. I know there are a lot of good reviews on Halo but I also noticed that in the salon they offer free product to anyone who posts a positive review. I believe they are were not honest with me. Before I purchased some very expensive product from them I asked the girl at the desk TWICE if I could return it for a REFUND if I was not happy with it and she said "yes, absolutely" (had she not, I would have purchased product at Sephora or Ulta who both have excellent return policies). When I came back, two days later, to return the products the same girl said she had to check the return policy (something she didn't do when she was so anxious to sell me product). She then told me I could only get store credit, I reminded her I was told I could get my money refunded and she then called the owner who would not approve a refund, was clearly annoyed to be bothered and wouldn't talk to me. They were dishonest and I do not want to spend my money at a shop where I am being lied to in order to make a sale. DO NOT GO HERE! read more

I'd been going into Portland for years but decided to find a salon on my side of the river. I'm so glad I found Halo and Amber! For a few years, I had been using box color to dye my hair black. I was happy with the color but was ready for a change. Amber worked her magic and lightened my hair to a beautiful chocolate brown. I love my haircut, especially my new bangs. My hair is so shiny and I have been told the bangs make me look younger. Thank you, Amber, for making me look and feel beautiful! Everyone in the salon is friendly and welcoming. Katie, the receptionist, is a sweetie and the owner, Charlene, is warm and personable. This place is upscale while still having a warm and welcoming vibe. read more

This place is ah-maze-ing!! Our stylist, Brooke Etulain, has exceeded my expectations as a truly professional and knowledgeable hair stylist! She even does my 18 year old and 20 year old daughters! And they love their hair cuts and colors!! Thank you Halo and thank you Brooke! We'll be back for sure! You've got "lifers" with us! read more

Halo Designs - Hair Salons Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Curly Girls - this is your place! Thank you to Charlene for consistently providing excellent service and care for my locks. These women work to preserve the integrity and health of hair while still providing a vast range of services. I have been with Char for over 15 years, even driving to Vancouver when I lived in Seattle for seven years (after several failed attempts to find a local stylist that "gets" curls). She takes her time, sets realistic expectations, and does not go crazy with the scissors unless asked to do so. She also works with my very-sensitive skin to find color solutions that work for me. As a fellow business-owner, I also appreciate her customer service and professional demeanor when faced with difficult situations/customers. She remains calm and strives to find a win-win solution. I look forward to many more happy years at Halo. read more

As a Chinese-American woman who transplanted to the PNW from Hawaii, I am VERY cautious about who handles my hair. I thought that all of these 5-star reviews may be too good to be true, but Jaymie was AMAZING. She was incredibly cheerful, professional, and an expert when it came to consulting. She always checked in to make sure I was liking whatever she was doing. Even though other staff members who spoke to me briefly when I was checking in and out were so courteous, polite, and made me feel extremely comfortable and lowered my anxiety significantly. Thank you Jaymie and everyone else at Halo Designs! read more

Thank you to Charlene and Jamie for their amazing work on my transformation brunette to a redhead!! I loved it when Charlene directed Jamie to have her inner artist come out! The minute I walked in I felt relaxed and comfortable. the salon was relaxing and clean. Even when the UPS guy came in at one point and it wasn't crazy .Customers were in & out with smiles everyone treated very professionally. I already have my five week follow up appt set before I left. Whether it is a haircut - color- straightening- blow out n etc the hair stylists at Halo hair Designs are knowledgable with products & tools of the trade & $$$ prices are reasonable with the standard practice. I would recommend them to any one that needs a salon in downtown Vancouver Wa - no matter where this place is worth the drive. Thank you Charlene Jayme & Katie. read more

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I found this little delightful morsel of a salon here on yelp... so glad I chose Halo Designs!! Jamie gave me the BEST COLOR I have had in years!! My hair looked... still looks fabulous! She trimmed my hair and did a fantastic job! She was bery sweet, kind, and sid exactly what I wanted! Can not wait to come back this month to get my icky greys gone!! read more

This is a review for the stylist - Kiersten Let me start by saying I am not a girly girl and going to salons is NOT something I enjoy. I do however need occasional help with my hair. I moved out of PDX a while back & I needed to find a stylist who could help me maintain my hair as I grow it back out. I read good reviews of Halo on yelp so I called and made an appointment with one of there lower cost stylists. Kiersten was very friendly, not overly chatty and listened to what I was trying to accomplish with my hair. She was able to give my super fine hair a very nice cut and trimmed my straight bangs very well. I have been back for a free bang trim once since my haircut. I was very pleased with the results and i will definitely be back. They have very reasonable rates for their stylists which for me is very important. YAY! read more