08/20/09

So Much More than A Hair Salon

by HRM0220

I am new to the area and needed my highlights done badly. I have been having my hair done by the same person for the last 10 years so going somewhere new terrified me. I found Lambs Eat Ivy on City Search and I am so thankful I did. Everyone that works there went out of their way for me and every other customer. Gregg is an amazing artist and such a good listener! He not only revolutionized by boring locks but he gave me local restaurant and house buying advice! I highly recommend Gregg!!!! The receptionist Sierra is so sweet and accomodating! I also received the most relaxing hair washing of my life! Their products are incredible! My wavy hair is now pretty much resistant to the Florida humidity! I would have never thought that was possible! I walked out of the salon feeling like A New & Improved Me and as if I had spent a week at the spa! Everyone that walked out of the salon looked gorgeous! Visit Lambs Eat Ivy!!! This Salon is full of creative and accomodating stylists!! You don't know what you are missing!!

• Pros: Great Service, Great Color, Great Products
• Cons: Pricey, but definitely worth it

05/23/09

Great Overall Experience

by starkist0211

We are new to Orlando, and I found Lambs Eat Ivy via Citysearch. I made an appointment with Brianna for a haircut and color.

The salon is in a really great spot in Thornton Park, and yes, it is a city neighborhood, so expect to park on the street. For me, this isn't an issue. From the moment I walked in everyone there was friendly and welcoming. I waited (with a beverage and magazines) for a matter of moments before Brianna was ready for my consultation.

Brianna is lovely, and very professional. I made myself pretty clear on what I didn't want considering I am trying to grow out my hair, and felt comfortable proceeding with her suggestions. She even offered to show me a picture of what she was envisioning, which I really appreciate.

The salon itself is relatively small, but does have a cool vibe, as other reviewers have noted. For me, I wish the stylists' stations were a bit more private, as you do feel like you're overhearing everyone else's conversations. With that being said, however, everyone (including clients) were friendly without being intrusive.

I have read that others were appalled to learn a Stylist Assistant was going to cut their hair. I too would not approve of that. However, I saw no such thing in the several hours I was in the salon. The assistants are all very contentious to the clients' needs and dedicated to learning from the stylists. My trips to the shampoo bowl included fabulous scalp massages by Marvin, a very pleasant young man new to the salon.

The long and short of it is this, Brianna was amazing! My color is really rich and actually complements my skin tone. The cut was VERY well done. I have lived all over the United States, from Chicago to Denver, and I have yet to find someone who actually took the time to consider my hair type as well as what I hope to do with it. She is really talented! Also, every single client I saw walk out the door looked amazing, so I don't think you could go wrong with anyone there. In addition to Brianna, Gregg and Jacko also did amazing work.

The only downside to Lambs Eat Ivy is that the prices are very high, in my opinion. With that being said, you do get what you pay for and I certainly can't claim I didn't know the services would be expensive, but I was pretty shocked to hear my total for services considering I have short hair. Frequenting Lambs is definitely a monetary investment in your physical appearance and self confidence!

So, if you are looking for stylists who actually know what they are doing and a salon that is modern without being obnoxious or pretentious, make an appointment at Lambs Eat Ivy!!

• Pros: Friendly Staff, Quality Products, Talented Stylists
• Cons: Pretty Pricey

03/30/09

The BEST in town

by LauraB3333

I was blonde for twenty years and decided to break from the typical mold and be a redhead.....for the past year I have been to 3 excellent hairdressers who could not get it right. When I went to Lisa I was ready to throw in the towel and go back to blonde, Lisa spent a huge amount of time consulting with me. Lisa did not tell me what I wanted to hear, she told me the truth. I am and achitect/designer and I know how difficult it is to tell clients the truth, it is much easier (and less time consuming) to take their money and not defend your vision. I very much like my new hair and friends that all loved it, A very difficult color to pull off and Lisa did it. I also was very impressed with the Davine's products... I am used to using Pureology and I think the Davine's is a much better price and superior product. I am a perfectionist when it comes to color and I strongly suggest Lisa.

• Pros: Attitude Talent Atmosphere
• Cons: Parking