Grace has been my hairstylist for almost a decade, and I truly adore her--not just for her…read moreincredible skills, but also for her beautiful heart. She's always been just a 5-minute drive from my place. Today, I decided to follow Grace from Fort Mill to her new salon, Salon 131, in lovely downtown Matthews. (Of course, I had to follow Grace! She's a treasure.) The drive was a quick 30 minutes from Fort Mill, and the salon is nestled right in the heart of downtown Matthews. It's right next to a café and surrounded by restaurants and local shops. I'm already excited to explore the area more when I visit next. The salon itself was welcoming and spacious, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Today, Grace gave me the works--full highlights and a haircut! I left feeling so cute, lighter, and like I'd turned back the clock ten years. Grace is such a genuine, kind, and down-to-earth person. She really listens and knows exactly what my hair needs. Plus, she cares deeply about me and my family. As a 55-year-old with fine, thinning hair, I'm very picky about hairstylists. I want someone who listens but who also knows the latest styles and trends. With Grace, I get all that and more. She interprets my aesthetic desires with skill and artistry, creating something truly beautiful, current, and elegant.

I booked a last minute hair cut last night and was able to get in this morning with Kaitlyn! It can…read moreget daunting trying to find a new hair salon and I'm so thankful to have found Salon 131. Kaitlyn knew exactly what I was thinking and helped me so much in getting my hair nice and healthy. She's very personable and great at what she does!

I saw Cindee at the Blue Monkey for the first time today. I loved the salon! It has a fun and…read morecomfortable atmosphere. Cindee was warm and welcoming. She listened to my requests and was able to create the perfect hair cut for me that was exactly what I wanted. I would highly recommend her.

The Blue Monkey salon is one of a kind. The atmosphere the staff all treat you like family. Cindee…read moreis the most talented stylist around and spends time to find out what you want and is a special lady. I love the shop its like something you'd see in LA .

I have been going to Monte Bella since it opened and love it. Monica is terrific with color and…read morecut and is lovely to be around. The shop is inviting with separate rooms and no more than 2 stylists to a room, Carol, the receptionist, is terrific. It a very professional salon.

Mary Moore has the Magic touch!…read more Mary owned a successful salon in Vermont before she moved south to Charlotte, worked in a few salons and finally opened one of her own. I've pretty much been a client from the start. Most recently, I asked Mary to cut my thick wavy hair into a chic short style. That was last summer. I get compliments on my hair all the time, yesterday from a waitress in Matthews, today from a professional financial planner. I've found less expensive salons, but never quite come out with the wow I get from Monte Bella Salon.

McKenzie does amazing work. She was very professional and friendly. Not only do I absolutely love…read moremy high lights and cut but she prices very fairly. She is timely and exemplary in her craft. Will recommend her to everyone!

Long hair.... 50th birthday.... 3rd grandchild... needed a change!!! Happen to get crazy lucky and…read moreget a spur of the moment - we talked about what I wanted but at the end I asked her to please just do what she thinks would look best! LOVE IT!!! Went in with long hair and not happy to this and extremely happy!!! Thanks girl!!!

Tabitha is amazing! So glad a work colleague recommended her to me. I was seeking help for my…read morethinning hair, which is already a thin, fine hair type to begin with. Previous stylists dismissed my concerns and offered nothing. Tabitha met me with empathy and respect, and then began to share her wealth of hair knowledge at each appointment I've had. She has done a stellar job dialing in my hair color and also providing me with a true relaxing spa experience while I'm there (I have 3 young boys, so peaceful experiences are worth their weight in gold!). Tabitha has recommended products that have steadily improved my hair growth. But the real value has been in the tips and tricks she has taught me: how to dry my hair without damaging the ends so much, what brushes to use on my fragile hair, why not to go to bed with wet hair, and how to style my hair with beachy waves and have it actually hold longer than 5 minutes! Where were all these tips in the earlier part of my adulthood?!? And if that weren't enough, you can also have her prepare an at-home root color touch up kit, to help keep the grays away between appointments. And she has a video to coach you through the technique so you do it correctly. All genius! Needless to say, I am a happy client! Lots of fantastic hair days for me!!!

UPDATE: Recently, Tabitha updated her salon's name to Haven Holistic Salon to better reflect the…read moreexperience she provides. It's the perfect name! Her salon is a peaceful, balanced haven when her attention is fully on making her clients feel their best in every area: physical, mental, and spiritual. I always walk out feeling spectacular, calm, happy, and renewed. Little touches like energy work and the invitation to pull an affirmation card are some of the extra special experiences that I love!

I'm new to the Charlotte area and was having trouble finding a hair stylist. I came across phase…read moresalon and decided to take the chance and it was hands down the best decision I could've made. Bethany is amazing at what she does and did exactly what I wanted. My hair needed a cut and color beyond words and she did everything I asked for! Everyone go see her!

Bethany is absolutely amazing! I came to her via a referral from another client, and I was not…read moredisappointed. A few weeks prior, I have had a cut and color done at a different salon that looked horrid. I came in to the salon today and Bethany wowed me. She reassured me that she could work some magic and thats exactly what she did. Her space is adorable and so welcoming. She is priced great and works to make sure you are happy with the services you receive. I will definitely recommend her to whoever needs a stylist in Charlotte.

Melissa does an excellent job with my color and cut. She always inquires as to how I am enjoying my…read morehair and what if anything she can do to make it better. AND she is always on time!!

Absolutely recommend Melissa! I've been going to her for a few years and have gotten everything…read morefrom haircuts to keratin treatments. She always does a great job and I leave with the best hair! Great for curly girls!

Always perfect! Everything is always what I want! She listens and pays attention to your…read morepreferences

I had a very disappointing and unprofessional experience at this salon. After receiving haircuts…read morefor myself and my daughter, the salon later attempted to retroactively charge us more because of our hair type--something they were fully aware of before the appointment. I had even provided photos of my daughter's hair in advance, so there was no surprise or misunderstanding. Further, the "master" stylist was very rude and accusatory when he approached me about retroactively charging us. Mind you he was the one I showed the pictures to, as well as the one who submitted the payment slips to the young women at the front desk. Changing prices after the fact is unfair and unacceptable. It also raises serious concerns about discriminatory pricing practices. Customers deserve transparency and honesty, not hidden or after-the-fact charges. I would not recommend this salon to anyone who values professionalism, fairness, and respect.

Caprice is amazing! I came in for a balayage on my waist-length hair, and she rocked it!…read more I was little nervouse as my last stylist (different salon) did essentially the opposite of what I wanted, but there was no reason to be concerned. Caprice gave me exactly what I asked for and checked in multiple times to ensure I liked where it was going. She also created a very welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. We chatted almost the entire time and I had no issues asking questions or providing input, which says a lot since I'm an introvert! And, as a bonus, her prices are very reasonable! Caprice is a 10/10 stylist and I'll be back!

From the owner: Hairstylist located in CLT, I specialize in customized blonding, and lived-in color. But do it all!…read moreI offer a luxury salon experience! I would love to have you in my chair! More photos & information on my Instagram, @Capricedoeshair

Paula has been cutting my hair for years now! She is who I trust and when a friend asks me who I…read morerecommend she is always the first person I send them to see. She listens to what I am asking for and is really good about helping me manage my hair.

Had a wonderful day and my hair looked amazing. I liked the atmosphere as much as I loved my hair…read more It is nice to be out of the line of chairs and mirrors on the wall. But with the door open, the energy flowed in. Fantastic experience and Great Hair Day!