Parlor Salon in Richmond, VA

Shanti and Mahri are true artists - if not miracle workers. Before I started going to Parlor, I never had a cut or color I liked more than once. Having been a customer for 3+ years, I can honestly say I ALWAYS walk out of Mahri's salon feeling stylish and empowered. The professionals at Patlor take the time to listen to your ideas and make sure that you are comfortable with the entire process. After 50+ years of battling with my fine straight hair and visiting many salons in Richmond, Mahri gave me an easy-to-care-for cut that looks good for 6-8 weeks. Shanti was even able to turn around decades of scary bleached out dye jobs in just one visit, bringing my hair back to its original (but better) color. Should I say it? They are magicians! What makes Parlor extra special is that the staff is so warm and welcoming. From the front desk to the stylists, everyone makes you feel like you're the guest of honor at a big family gathering. You can tell that the folks working there really like each other, and there's none of the catty chatter you sometimes hear while in "the chair". These are good people in every sense. I have been recommending Parlor for years, but this is my first Yelp review. I would highly recommend this salon to anyone who wants to look and feel their best. My two adult sons have started going there, as well!

After seeing the amazing cuts and reviews for this salon, as a newcomer to Richmond I was excited to get a rad cut here. Something went seriously awry for me. Maybe I have lost the ability to communicate effectively. Maybe we entered another dimension of reality and I will wake up soon. This is a hair nightmare. I first had my hair cut from a stylist that was recommended by the receptionist as amazing at texture. I mentioned to her that I was growing my hair out a bit. I ended up with a thick, chunky cut that was, frankly, bad. I called and asked if someone else could fix it. I was slotted in with the owner. She was not happy that my statement that I was having fun getting my edgy, highly texturized short hair just a bit longer was not honored, as my hair was significantly shorter than when I first came in. I stressed that I wanted a soft, super texturized haircut with lot of tendrils and such. The owner has a gorgeous cut, with tons of soft texture, much like what I was looking for. For a reason that I cannot fathom, she cut most of my hair off the back of my head almost to the scalp. She kept going up the back of my head with the comb and scissors and I could not figure out why. Now, looking at it at home, I guess I know why...there are little patches in this very short hair that are sticking straight out, which she was clearly trying to fix. It's like a series of harsh chop marks with a slightly longer patch in the middle. It looks absolutely bizarre and awful. It's also cut super short where I have a natural cowlick, so it legit looks like I have a bald spot back there. I cannot understand why she cut my hair so very, very short, even though we had discussed repeatedly that I was growing it a bit. I am pretty fearless with my hair, and it takes a lot to rattle me. I left the salon shaking, got in my car and had a panic attack, and now looking at the back, am wondering how it will even be possible to fix this. I am guessing someone will have to pretty much shave the back of my head. Everyone in there had the most amazing haircuts. Next level cool. Beautiful salon with the nicest people. I'm absolutely gutted. I want my long twirls and funky tendrils back. It will take a year to get back to where I was. And yes, I will admit that when I woke up this morning and felt my hair and looked in the mirror, I couldn't stop myself from crying. First world problems, I know I know, I don't want to be the woman who cries over her hair, ugh, but what in the actual blank happened here?!

Caitlin was AMAZING! I went to her for an all over color today and it turned out exactly how I wanted it! She's incredible and so friendly too!!

Highly recommend this salon! I had to make a last minute appointment and was nervous because it was my first time here, but Taylor did an amazing job and the color came out exactly as I had wanted! I usually have a few things I'm not happy with/don't come out like I imagined when I get my hair colored but this is the first time I've been 100% pleased with the result! Will definitely be returning!

Great space, love the vibe. friendly staff, love my haircut! Thanks Taylor! See you in a month!