Matthew Phillips in West Hartford, CT

I have been growing out my hair and haven't gotten it cut in some time. I needed to get it cleaned up a bit for a family reunion that would include professional photographs.

The salon was amazing--they booked me the same week I called. I had left a message outside of business hours explaining my situation.
An 8:00 AM hair appointment might sound tough, but there is parking right in front of the salon, and it's free until 9!

I was able to be seen by the eponymous hairdresser, who struck me as somewhat reserved but kind. We discussed my long-term goals (length, possible coloring later) and my preferred hair maintenance routine.
(I shampoo and condition 3-4 times a week, use no products, or only air dry.)

I felt good about the haircut while in the seat, and I looked nice at the end. Matthew explained that he had cut my hair so that it would lie nicely with some volume with no real effort.

However, at home I didn't find a good way to comb or fluff my hair. So the front cleaned up nicely, but I think the overall haircut complicated my post-shower or morning "styling."

Nonetheless, the professionalism, cleanliness, convenient location, and willingness to squeeze me in last minute? I recommend giving this salon a shot.

I have very curly hair and have always struggled to find someone who could cut and style it to my liking. I've gone to Debbie at Matthew Phillips three times now and will not be going anywhere else. She understands what I want and knows how to cut my hair just so I get that. She has also given be great suggestions on how to achieve the look I want at home and keep my hair healthy. Everyone is very kind, welcoming, and they never make you feel like they are in a rush. I'm so thankful I found this salon!

I went for my first ever facial (yay!) and Kate was the best! I had the basic, elemental nature facial for 60 min. Well worth the price (only $75!). Kate took the time to sit down with me both before and after the facial to talk about my skin goals and exactly what she would do for the 60 minutes. She gave me great advice for my specific skin type...I already can't wait to go back for my 8-week check up. Thanks Kate!

I love Aveda product so wanted to try this salon for a change. Colorist did her best but after 1st visit hair was dull and grey (rather than blonde with nice lowlights). Second visit and many hours later I left with brassy highlights over another dull color. Owners never spoke a word to me or tried to assist although they saw me there for hours on two occasions. Not a team atmosphere and the quality of service was very poor. Spent more time and money with a great salon and colorist to fix.

Just had a great experience with Debbie from this salon. New to Hartford and had a colour and cut done with her. She did an incredible job and really wanted to help me with handling my curly hair and the life long concerns that come along with that. I came to her to reverse blonde highlights and to have my hair return to its natural dark brown. She did an amazing job and a great cut. Thank you!!!