5 stars. First of…read moreall, Didi does braids on the go, she comes to you. That's a game changer right there. Second, she is so professional and organized. She responded quickly to my text when I first inquired about styles and mentioned her website for pricing and to schedule an appointment. She confirmed the appointment the day before, and on the day of she let me know when she was 10 minutes away. She was very knowledgeable. I showed her of a few pictures for the style I wanted and she made a few recommendations and told be about the hair selected, how to manage it, etc. She was prepared and ready to braid. Conversation was pleasant. I purchased the hair prior to the appointment and went with Freetress Water wave, 12 inch. She cut and shaped it nicely. I am so happy I tried out her hair braiding services. I am going on vacation soon, so I wanted a new style. We even talked about other styles I could do in the future! So I already know the style I want for the next time. She's fantastic. I highly recommend!

Quick, professional mobile weave service. I will post a more detailed review after my locks. I want…read moreto review at least two hairstyles. I'm very satisfied with my current install (two bundles with flat braiding, no net). She's quick and curled my hair at no additional charge like other stylist. They typically separate the install from the actually style. I understand charging more for cut and color but a simple curl should be included. I'm glad I found a stylist that understands.

Great experience with Latonya. She really took her time and did an amazing job with my silk press…read moreand cut. My hair feels and looks amazing. Will definitely be back!

Latonya's service exceeds my expectations. I requested a silk press and trimmed my natural hair…read more She could finish the silk press much faster than the previous stylists I went to for the same service. Latonya also respects her client's requests, I told her I wanted a trim but still wanted length on my hair, and she did so accordingly. I highly recommend going to this salon if you want someone to style your natural hair well.

Hooray, Michelle has her own salon now!…read more I found Michelle in 2016 (when she was at Salon Bisoux) when I wanted to do a yearly Yuko straightening for my long, wavy in some places and crazy curly in one part of my hair. I can't blow it out (I actually had a round brush stuck in my hair once) and while I LOVE my flat iron, the damage that it does is not pretty. The Yuko makes my hair so smooth and soft it's like I had a hair transplant. Really, I walk in with crazy hair and walk out with the opposite. Instead of fearing rain and humidity, I have hair that looks like I just left the salon all of the time! I moved back to Boston in 2020, but knew that I would continue to have Michelle do my straightening because someone who doesn't know what they are doing will screw up your hair (trust me, that is what happened the 2nd time I had it done in Boston years ago). When you go for touch-ups, the product only goes on your new growth; Michelle goes bit-by-bit to make sure she isn't touching any bit of hair that has been previously straightened. Online booking is easy and you have no excuse for not making an appointment when you can book it at 3am if you are awake. Michelle's new salon has everything you need (cold and hot drinks, all kinds of snacks and candy AND chargers for Android and iPhones), so get in there ASAP!

Michelle is very talented! She gave me a very cool, very modern cut. She talked through her plan…read moreand was very thorough explaining what she was doing. Very happy customer here! Thank you, Michelle.

I wouldn't even give this place a 1 but since I have no choice this is what it will get. I called…read morefor my daughter to have her hair done on Saturday. The lady had called me back and confirmed for the appointment. The next day I receive a text, not a phone call very unprofessional that her braider will not be able to do my daughters hair Saturday. First and foremost why schedule for a client if you can not hold your commitment. Then the lady stated that she could come another time and literally asked whatever time was reasonable for me. I told her Friday at 9 because my daughter had practice, then you text not call and say it's too late. You asked me what time would work for me. I wouldn't recommend coming here at all. Very unprofessional. With a business manner you call your customers rather than sending a text and then asked that I could have 15% off my next service. No thank you at all

Definitely recommend this salon, they know what they are doing. Even with my short hair they did…read moregreat corn rows.

The stylist is very friendly and personable. She listens to her clients and takes care in…read moredelivering a wonderful salon experience. My hair has always been silky smooth and beautifully done when I leave. And Kisha does color well!!! She will be honest about the Conor your hair and suggests ways to keep your hair healthy. She brought my hair back from a major break off in the back. She cut and styled me and you would have never known my hair was so damaged

Loving my MicroLinks hair extension. I have very fine thin hair I was a little nervous to get the…read moreinstall done. I like how Chic Of Essence (Kisha) put my fear at ease with her skills . I love how she care's enough to take the time to explain to her clients what's best for you! It was an absolutely pleasure to have my hair done by a compassionate professional who enjoys what she does. Thanks Kisha I never knew that MicroLinks extension could be a option for me. I'm very satisfied with my transformation.

Tanya is amazing, sweet, kind and talented. I just moved to VA two weeks ago and she graciously…read moreretouched my pixie cut. My first time and I'm excited to be a loyal customer. My hair is curly and she knew exactly what it needed. I highly recommend her

I been going here for 2 years now and I am so thankful I found someone that can work magic on my…read morenatural curly hair. She is so professional and takes time to know your hair. She gets to know what works best for you and will not have you leaving unsatisfied.

Great braiding, It was quick and simple, the place has a nice atmosphere and I felt very…read morecomfortable,

Crown Braiding provided excellent service, throughout the experience. More importantly, they did my…read morehair better than any hair stylist that I have been to as they did my hair exactly as I wanted it done with a high level of professionalism and customer care. I will be returning for future service, indeed, and HIGHLY recommend their service!

Grit Studio and owner Kris Clark are incredible! Every service is provided with full consultation…read more and the client's vision in mind! I have been a client of the Salon for four years and continue to be completely satisfied and amazed of the results! Kris continues to study to perfect her craft! Having mature hair, I decided to get extensions. The color, technique, style are perfection! There's a reason she is the small business woman of the year, and the best salon in Old Town Alexandria! Looking for an incredible Salon, stylist/colorist and products and makeup that are simply healthy for you and your hair? Grit Studio is for you!!

When you find a hair and makeup artist you love, you've hit the jackpot. Kris, owner of Grit Studio…read morein Alexandria, is a stylist I can count on any time I book. I've seen Kris for about the past year for blowouts and makeup applications for a variety of events, photo shoots and theater performances. Kris listens carefully to the service you want. Whenever I've shown reference photos, she re-creates them flawlessly. With makeup, I love the lash application she includes and the long-staying wear of the makeup products she applies. She's also extremely efficient, and after the first visit, she perfected my look and made each subsequent appointment easy, quick and simple. I recently visited for a headshot package she offered, where a professional photographer took new photos in her studio after I received hair and makeup treatment. I really appreciated Kris during the shoot, as she offered tips for posing and even touched up my hair and clothing to help me get the perfect shots. Her vast experience as an editorial stylist and big event artist (weddings, glam, etc.) has really provided her with an expert eye that made the photo shoot even more successful. If you're looking for hair and makeup you can trust to look great, I'd highly recommend Kris in Alexandria.