I have looked for a Braider for along time that is both professional and good. I didn't have high hopes when I made the appointment but gave it a shot anyway and I was SUPER happy with the results and she is such a kind spirit to boot. I would definitely recommend Ms. Monique and have referred several friends, family and co- workers - now whether they take advantage of this referral - I don't know - but she is definitely worth the wait and money invested. It's a total experience and I enjoy when it time to ho back. She's good - REALLY GOOD - and definitely in my price range and I ABSOLUTELY can say that she's a phenomenal Braider and quick - no 10- 12 hours sitting while your day goes by. Love Ms. Monique and her braids read more

My favorite braider hands down. A great go to always available, always quick, braids are always neat and she's super sweet Highly recommend if you're in LA and even if you're not. She also does braid take downs as well which can come in handy :) read more

I've been getting my hair done by Monique since I was a kid and I've brought all my family and friends too. She's extremely professional, communicative, skilled and affordable. She is not your everyday braider. From products to custom hair pieces, she does it all. My favorite thing about getting my hair done by Monique is the longevity of the styles. She also braids fast in my opinion. read more

Okay, so let me start off by saying that Miss Monique is absolutely wonderful! I cannot say enough about how pleased I am with her and her work! The overall experience was wonderful. When you arrive, you are immediately greeted by a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Her place is very quaint and tidy!!! She is extremely professional and makes you feel comfortable. Now, on to the actual hair braiding. OMGEEEEEE, Miss Monique has a "feather touch" to the point that I possibly could've fallen asleep (if I wasn't running my mouth so much). Her parts are neat and straight and symmetrical. She is also very quick with her fingers; (It took approximately 5/5.5 hours from start to finish). I have a small head but a lot of thick hair...Oh and did I mention that I am an extremely tender-headed grown woman!?!... Regardless, of this, I barely felt Miss Monique braiding my hair. Don't get me wrong; her braids are tight! So, no need to worry about ANY braids slipping out! I am totally satisfied with Miss Monique and would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone. Please, no nonsense though. Make sure you arrive on time. She's a professional and extremely booked and busy!!! I promise you will not be disappointed. You might even luck up and she might just drop some jewels and pearls of wisdom on you, LOL! All-in-all, I can honestly say that she is the BEST at her craft...and no, I'm not just blowing smoke...I'm being oh so sincere! A+++++++++ 100% read more

Great service always on time , will give you honest good advice for your hair care. Braids are beautiful, and long lasting . She also has many different hair alternatives. Very comfortable and peaceful surroundings while receiving hair care . Thank you for great experience keep making our hair beautiful you are truly anointed and have a blessed talent . Tricia .. read more

I was reading a request for a braider in my area on another site and Monique was highly recommended. I'll try just about anything once, so I called Monique. She was so personable on the phone that I knew this was going to work out well for me. I scheduled my first appointment 3 years ago and have been going back to Monique a few times a year since then. Upon arrival she always offers me some water, even though I always carry my own. Monique is very knowledgable about hair and recommends products and hair care tips to me when she sees that it is needed. I have noticed the growth and have sent friends to Monique, so that she can bless their heads like she does mine . I enjoy vibing to the music or the deep conversations that we have. She is so easy to talk to, and shares her wisdom and experiences. The time passes so quickly when I'm in her chair. I definitely recommend Monique for her friendly and caring demeanor, positive energy, professionalism, and blessed hands. You will not be sorry......give her a call. read more

Monique has taken down my braids more than one time. She approached me at a local coffee shop and gave me her card. She is very easy to book with and does a quick neat job. She is very professional and nice. She makes the process of getting your hair down and taken down very easy and enjoyable. read more

Had a wonderful experience! The booking was easy, price was fair, location perfect and Monique creates a great, calming vibe. She's quick too! read more

My "babies" hair is still looking good after 3 to 4 weeks. She is still getting compliments on the looks of her box braids, even though she (nor I) is not the best at tying down her hair at night. Monique has been braiding for many years & she even braided my hair multiple times before my baby was even here (& now my "baby" is nine). I was excited when I saw Monique's name here because it shows how well crafted and experienced she is. Monique is the same professionally and personally & I couldn't ask for a better experience for my dau's first time getting box braids with extensions, I, like you won't be disappointed! read more

Y'all, my search for a braider is over. You know that finding a reputable and professional braider who is punctual and produces quality work is hard to find in this city. From the very first contact, Monique was friendly and warm, and super helpful in helping me prepare for the appointment. She was so kind and gracious in responding to my (many) questions and I was hopeful about the appointment. Trust me when I say that my expectations were far exceeded. She was ready for me as soon as I arrived and quickly got to work. I was lost in the good music and good vibes that she set, and when I say I was shocked when I felt the towel go over my shoulders for the hot water treatment, I legit was! I could not believe how fast and efficient she was, without sacrificing quality and neatness! Monique is a real one and when you find someone like her not only do you become a repeat customer, but you tell everyone you know. So, to this sis who is reading this, look no further! Thank you, Monique, for your incredible service and for healing the trauma of past bad behavior I've experienced! read more

I have been going to Monique to get my hair braided on and off (the only person I trust to braid my hair) since 2008 when I move to LA! I have naturally curly hair and prior to Monique doing my hair my braids would slip out within the first week. With Monique my hair stayed braided. You do not have to worry about your hair falling out from her braids. Monique is professional and does quality work. She even offers the service to remove your braids. You will not be disappointed when you have your hair braided by Monique. read more

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I can't say enough about Monique ...Her energy is everything... I have very short and think hair and if you don't like sitting all day getting your hair braided ..You need to stop and pick up your phone now. It takes Monique 4 -430 1/2 hours to braid my whole head. She's very professional, quick and reasonable. Monique takes pride in her work and not just out here trying to make a quick dollar. I had been going a shop for 4 years and they switched up on me. One call to Monique and I'm hooked.. read more

Monique is one of the best Braiders out here. She gave me exactly what I asked for and she's very fast. Ambiance is relaxing and clean. I'd recommend her anyone. read more

Great pice and great service. Monique is my go to when I need to get my hair braided. Besides her being an overall great person with great energy, she does a beautiful job with my braids. read more

I have gotten my hair braided by Monique three times, and she has done an excellent job each time. She braids out of her home; which I was initially wary about, but her home is clean and quiet. Her prices are very affordable, and she is a quick braider. But I won't be utilizing her services anymore. As it turns out, we have some value differences. While I appreciate and respect everyone's religious and spiritual beliefs, I was put off by the discussion. I admit to engaging in the topic; but I became concerned when the conversation turned to gay people. I obviously didn't agree with her character assessment of certain groups of people. After much debate, I was told that I am a "bad person" because I have had pre-marital sex and have lied on occasion. Now - besides the fact that it's probably not good business etiquette to say things like that to a paying customer, it's also just an ugly thing to say to someone in general. If I wanted to be told that I'm a sinner, I would go to church. I don't walk into a place of business to talk about God. I'm not going to hand over my hard-earned money to be told that God thinks I'm a bad person. And I'm sure as hell not going to support a business that would judge or think to turn away someone, on the basis of religion. And that's on period luv. read more

Monique provides top quality service at reasonable rates. The style she gave me earned me compliments WORLDWIDE. I love her and her work and I am and will continue to be a loyal customer! For me, she's as good as it gets in Los Angeles. Here's my long review of her greatness lol! I recently returned to Monique's chair in December for a second time after first getting my hair done by her in the summer while I was on a break from wearing my natural curls. Again, I can honestly say that as long as she's doing hair, I will be coming to her, exclusively. When I first reached out to her when I was looking for a new hairstylist, she answered my text right away, sent pictures and rates, and worked with me until I was comfortable and assured with the service she'd be providing. I really appreciated her honesty when it came to explaining to me what kind of hairstyles were possible for the amount of hair that I wanted use, as she informed me that with what I was originally asking for, only 4 packs of hair would not be enough so I had to change course. There were no mysterious as far as what my style would be, the price, her location,the time, etc-she just set things up so it would go as smoothly as possible and it did!! The first style that she gave me were simple, medium individual braids which were exactly what I needed and wanted. Not only were they reasonable priced, and I say that truly, having been to many braiders who charge below salon prices but are still kind of pushing it with their rates. I am a grad student on a strict budget so when she told me how much she charged, I was beyond happy! I also want to mention her professionalism and efficiency. I felt super comfortable in her chair. Her braiding process is completely painless, she treated my hair so delicately, the braids were not too tight, uniform, neat looking, and my edges were very pleased when all was said and done. The style lasted too. As a natural, i'm very weary of how some braiders manipulate my hair but Monique appreciated my individual tresses. She also completed the style in less than two and a half hours. I was shocked at first when she said she was done because I had literally just sat down! She will have you in and out looking great, with no time wasted, I guarantee that! When I went back in December, I asked her to give me "Zoe Kravitz braids" so I would have a cute style while not having to fuss over my hair during my trip to Asia, and oh, when she showed me my look in the mirror when she finished i was in love. I think it took maybe four hours, and It looked sooooooo good. I just got back and I love the way it looks to this day. She matched what I wanted perfectly, and I smiled all the way home. It ended up being the perfect style to brave the harsh Korean winter for the majority of my trip. The first thing that happened when I got off the plane in Japan was a man coming up to me just to tell me that he loved my hair. I got compliments on my braids from both men and women in China, Korea, and Japan, telling me that my hair was beautiful, asking where I got it done, and even did a photoshoot where the stylist was gushing over my hair so much that she didn't even want to change it for the shoot, although it was traditionally Korean themed haha! I could go on and on about how much I love the service Monique provides... She is fast, on time, professional,a great communicator-which is a must if you really want to be happy with your style, really nice to be around (she tells great stories, and is a genuine, kind, and truly interesting woman, always offers drinks and even fed me!!), overall just phenomenal. One of the best i've ever had, definitely the best of my adulthood, and i'm excited to be treated and braided by her again. Just be clear about what you want and she will make it happen. I am so glad that I found Monique, I appreciate her and her work so much. read more

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Hello I'm a new client to Ms. Monique just received my braids and they are amazing...I love the vibe of her and her space...looking forward to going back...Thanks again Ms. Monique... read more

Monique is very professional and efficient. She responds to you promptly and answers any questions you may have. You're informed upfront what to expect, the cost, what kind of hair, etc. When you arrive, she starts on time. A deposit is required to book an appointment. Once you pay your deposit, your booking is confirmed right away. I HIGHLY recommend Monique because I've received several compliments on my braids. read more

I was referred by my sister when I saw how amazing her braids were and I had to get an appointment !I've received so many compliments on my braids! Monique made sure that she took in consideration the type of hair that I have. We had great chemistry Great she's friendly and professional. Extremely neat and very fast. I finally found the best in LA read more

This review is wayyyyyy over due. Monique's has been doing my hair for almost 15 Years. I only trust Monique doing my braids because I know they will always cone out the way I want them. I have referred plenty of customers to Monique and no one ever has anything bad to say. If you are looking for perfection in a short time you definitely to let Monique do your braids she is soooo fast. read more

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Wow what can I say! Monique does it all. She took down my small tree braids within 3 hours. It would have taken me a whole week. For good conversation and professionalism go to Monique. She even takes down braids she didn't put in. read more

Monique is amazing and very sweet! Her braids are neat and she has been able to fit me in pretty last minute when I hit her up for appointments. The best part is she braids super fast. Both times I got waist length box braids and I was done in less than 4 hours. I highly recommend read more

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I have been a client of Ms.Monique for several years, She is Punctual, Neat, Professional and Fast!! You will not be disappointed!! read more

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I found Monique on Yelp. I was just fed up with my hair and took a chance on her. I haven't had braids in over 20 years. She did a great job and was very professional. I will definitely be back and recommend her to friends and family. read more

Braiding hair is only one of Monique's talents. She is professional, reliable and takes pride in her work. She is also able to hold good conversations without that slowing her down. She always has good music playing softly in the background. You should definitely try her. I'm sure you'll return. read more

Monique's Braids - Monique is timely and reasonable. Her space is ALWAYS clean. No shoes inside. She braids quick, but not sloppy. - Hair Extensions Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Monique has done my hair for nearly 7 years and I love her professionalism. My braids always look great and I love her take down price bc we alllllll hate taking out our hair after. Weaves, crochet, or braids she does it exceptionally well. read more

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I've been a client of Monique for at least 15 years for individual braids! She consistently does an amazing and professional job. She is also the fastest braided I've been to. She has very good rates and I've never had a problem scheduling an appointment and I've usually been able to get in last minute. I always get compliments and recommend her to anyone who asks where I get my braids done. (I especially get a lot of compliments on how straight her parts are. You won't regret coming to her for braids. read more

Monique is a phenomenal braider. I love the peaceful atmosphere, and it doesn't take her that long. Which is unbelievable!! I absolutely love my braids by Monique, and will be back a third time. I would highly recommend. read more

Monique is professional and a very talented braided. I literally looked at tons of pictures on Yelp before I found her here on Yelp! I reached out to her and she promptly responded. She braids very fast and my scalp wasn't crying after the install. If you want beautiful and neat braids, please make an appointment, you will not be disappointed. I just got my second install yesterday and I LOVE them. read more

I've been going to Monique to get my hair braided for the past 3 years and experience with her is amazing you sit down in her chair she ask do you want any water or something else to drink. You listen to some nice mellow music throughout the time and me personally it's wonderful because I have nice thick hair and she does my hair and individuals nice and neat in less than 6 hours and I love it every time. when you go to other braiders they braid your hair 8 hours 12 hours with her you sit down you get your hair done and you leave with the greatest experience in Los Angeles. read more

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Please check out her braid she is the best I love coming to her I don't have to sit for long periods of time because she's fast and braids are very neat and reasonable I 've been coming to Monique for over 20 years . read more

Monique is very reliable, fast & did an amazing job! She's very experienced & has been consistent as my hair stylist.

So I'm sure Monique saw this coming. She started off as a nice lady but soon became very rude and unprofessional. I first contacted her on the 16th to inquiry about braid size, length and pricing. After sending her pictures of what I wanted she responded with pictures of previous clients with various braid sizes and prices. The size I was looking for and the size she displayed seemed to not coincide. So like with any client to stylist our conversation continued. We settled on a date and time. Now let me be clear. That date and time was today. The size and length of my braids have not changed. I just inquired about how big the braided sections would be by sending her a picture of her previous client and asking what size braid does that translate to for her. She became very rude and demeaning over the phone. She explained how she had been previously cancelled on this morning by her 5am client. And frankly, I feel she took her frustration with that client out on me. She went into why she doesn't take new clients because they flake and how it "sounds like you're uncertain if you want your hair braided". I attempted to explain to her that that wasn't the case at all being that I had been trying to find a braider for several weeks. She wouldn't budge. She abruptly cancelled my appointment even after I tried to reason with her to keep it. She called me difficult for having questions about braid size then boasted about how she's been braiding for 35 years. With that sort of demeanor it may be time to retire. Now I am scrambling to replace her. Her inconsideration of any client new or old is disgraceful. If I could give zero stars I would. read more

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I've been a long time client of Monique's and will be her client forever. She is the most talented braided I've worked with and I have had many in my life. She is professional, on time, and the best in the game. You won't be disappointed!! read more

Ms Monique has been braiding my hair for over 20 years. As I have worn braids consistently for the past 15 years. I have done research and tried others but none compare to Ms Monique. She is the absolute BEST braider around. She is extremely quick, professional, pleasant. She tells you upfront what you getting and or what she can and cannot do. Her prices her accurate and the biggest plus is she is mobile and willing to travel any day any hour. I have and recommend Ms Monique to anyone seeking braids. You will NOT be disappointed. read more

Monique is great, her work space is clean and comfortable, she is polite and professional and provides excellent services. Best of all she is THE FASTEST BRAIDER EVER!!! read more

amazing braider!!! very neat and fast!! have been a client for over 2 years , would recommend to anyone!! Best braids on the west coast :)

Monique's been braiding my hair for over 5 years now! She is the best. She's professional, timely, and fast! I used to hate sitting all day for braids, but Monique gets you in and out. No time wasted. My braids always look neat and I always get compliments read more

So, my babyshower is tomorrow and the hair stylist I usually go to flaked on me twice this week. I was in desperate need of a someone who can do my hair. My friend referred me to Monique and within an hour I was able to schedule a last minute appointment for the next morning. I'm use to hair stylists who double book or take forever to do my hair. This was not the case at all. Monique did my hair efficiently and started on time. She did an amazing job with doing medium/small box braids in a timely manner. She is considerate of your time and feelings. Thank you Monique for such a great experience. I will be calling you again to schedule my next appointment read more

Does amazing hair, always fast, neat, and flawless. Her braiding technique put no tension on your natural hair, and her prices are great!