Lavish

My husband (also a SouthBay native), children and I have watched our quant beach town be taken over by over-priced buisnesses setting up shop and taking advantage of the locals in the area. Our once unique town has been saturated with a yuppy ridden, hollywood-ized feel. I went to ""Lavish"" where out of sheer desperation I followed an acquaintances suggestion for a quick color touchup. This salon is NOT for those who care about preserving the charm of this city! It has an heavy aura of snobbery and the prices are outrageous. My color came out just o.k. That along with the service were nothing to write home about. I can definitely achieve that look elsewhere for less money. I wouldn't recommend to any of my friends, nor would I return! Cons: color more

To anyone who has recently moved here to LA:\r I moved here about 3 years ago and was looking for a place that had the qualities of what I had back in the Midwest? quality, products, and people. If you are the same then look no further than LAVISH!! They really work as a team to make sure that you not only have a great experience but that all of your needs are met. Each time I leave I feel like a refreshed now women with my gorgeous hair. I get highlights and a cut and am super picky, but I can confidently tell you that you will be just as happy with your results. I highly recommend going to lavish!\r more

I couldn't be happier with Lavish! I have been going to Sarah (the owner) for years, and have been going to Lavish since it opened. I am very particular about my hair, and there is no other person or place I trust as much as I trust Sarah and her team at Lavish. The location is amazing and relaxing... the perfect place to get your hair done and watch the sunset with a great group of women! The atmosphere is inviting, friendly, and above all fun! I always know that I am being taken care of, and my hair needs are being met. And most importantly, when I walk out of Lavish I know my hair is looking its best. My hair has never been healthier! I would recommend Lavish to anyone and everyone looking for a salon in the beach area. Pros: Ambience, Service Cons: Parking more

I love Lavish! The location is right on the water. They have the best hair products out there by Kerastase. Even the robes you wear are super cute. Chrissy is an amazing at cuts, color, and styling, as well as makeup. She has made me beautiful for many a special occasion! She also does my husband's hair and he's very happy with it! Loni is my favorite for waxes. The service is excellent. They will even feed your meter for you if your time is expiring. If you're looking for a cozy, hip salon on the beach, Lavish is for you. Pros: Ambience, Stylists, Service, Hair Products more

I found the overall cost at this salon way too high, in relation to the salons longevity and the stylists experience. The vibe was a bit superficial, not quite like the beach mood, I think they're going for. My highlight was done by Sara. I am blonde and relatively easy, not overly complicated. I thought the end result was mediocre at best. I don't want to go into a beach side salon and feel like I'm at a high end Beverly Hills salon, with the prices and the overall atmosphere to match. I've been there, done that and I was looking for a more relaxed salon to frequent. I won't be returning to Lavish. Cons: Finding a place to park, experience, too expensive more

I have been going to Lavish since it first opened, and I have consistently had great hair and great service. Never a disappointment. Pros: beautiful location, Kerastase, talent more

I have had my hair done in some of the best salons in North America, as well as with the top stylists in the world. By far, hands down, Lavish is the best salon I have ever experienced. Sarah is the most incredible colorist I have ever worked with. She has colored my hair from brown to red & then to blonde. She is professional, sweet, & always willing to do what it takes to get my hair to look fabulous. All of the girls at Lavish are justs amazing. The thing that sets Lavish apart from the rest is the individual attention each customer receives. You never feel rushed & everyone does whatever it takes to make your hair look gorgeous. I just cannot say enough!!! I love this salon!!!! more

Great friendly service! They made me feel comfortable and at ease. I find it hard to believe that anyone received bad service. I even referred a friend there for a perm and it came out fantastic. Definitely trust your hair to these ladies--they know what they're doing. more

I absolutely love this salon!!!! I have told everyone I know about it. Everyone asks who does my hair and I send them to Sarah!!! She is talented, friendly, kindhearted and a sheer joy to be around. In fact ,I was just telling her the other day I have never seen her in a bad mood. Moody hairstylists are such a bummer. All of the girls who work for her have the same kind spirit as Sarah. You feel like you are in a Beverly Hills salon with out all the fuss. One and all are happy to help and be team players. I can not tell you how many times I have had to ask someone if they could put quarters in the meter for me and not an attitude from anyone. I am always asked if I would like to order something to eat when they are ordering their food. The best part is my son is always welcome!!!! Awesome when you don't have a babysitter for that day. \r \r If you want to have your husband tell you the first thing when you wake up in the morning ""Your hair looks so sassy and it is the best it has ever looked go to Sarah!!! more

As a blonde, I am incredibly particular about who handles my tresses, and I have been everywhere from high dollar salons in Beverly Hills to New York City who ""specialize"" in blonde. It wasn't until I found Lavish Salon, that I stopped looking for the next best thing. I drive from Hancock Park every five weeks to Manhattan Beach for impeccable service that I can count on. The staff is knowledgable and current with ""what's in demand"". Sarah is the only stylist I have ever shown a picture of ""what I want"" and walked out of the salon with exactly that. And did I mention that it is Ocean Front??? Beautiful view of the pier in Manhattan Beach, and for the service and style you get, you will pay half what you would in Beverly Hills and the stylist actually does your hair...not their assistant. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND LAVISH SALON TO ANYONE LOOKING FOR A CONSISTANTLY GREAT HAIRCUT!!! Pros: Ocean Front, Great with Color and Cuts, Awesome Atmosphere Cons: parking is tough on Saturdays when the weather is incredible bc it's on the beach!! more

This is by far the best salon I've ever been to hands down!\r \r From your chair you are treated to an uncompromised view of the ocean and Manhattan Pier, but that is just a the cherry on top...\r \r The service and quality are second to none. \r \r I've been in the film business for over a decade, and have had my hair done by some of the best and most noteable stylists in the business. \r \r They pale in comparison to result I get from a visit to LAVISH...\r \r more

I have lived in Los Angeles for over 10 years, and had tried out every salon you can imagine. Frederic Fekkai, Jose Eber, you name it. But once I tried Lavish, I WAS HOOKED! I will never go anywhere else. They have given me the most natural buttery blonde color I've ever had. Women stop me in the street to find out where I go! When I wanted to try brunette, they gave me a fabulous new look. They also do gorgeous up-dos, and all the stylists are experts with extensions, which is so fun! All the while you are watching the sunset and relaxing to the sound and smell of the ocean. WONDERFUL SALON!!!!! Pros: talent of the stylists, atmosphere, service, you get exactly what you ask for! Cons: I really can't think of one! more