all photos by yvonne chew

Saloon is not a typo. It may sound like an old western brothel, but Barbarella Saloon is actually an ultra trendy hair studio in Vancouver. I was fortunate enough this week that something came up for Terri, and she had to send me to this bloggers hair party instead of herself! I willingly accepted the invite and took my mop down to Main Street.

The party was greeted by a team of uber cool looking stylists bearing Pimms and lemonade so we were off to a good start. Deandra took on the challenge of my untamed locks and with a few highlights, some interesting hair cutting techniques and a toner, my hair was looking fabulous. I have super thick hair so it’s always a bit hard to get a good style going but somehow she managed to keep the length (my one request) and thin it all out in layers so I feel pounds lighter.

The salo(o)n has a great vibe with super funky interiors and crazy artwork on the walls. The stylists are friendly and really listened to what everyone wanted done. All the other bloggers looked fabulous and were thrilled with the end results. The word STUNNING reads across the back wall of the salon, fitting as that’s how I felt when I left.

The other excellent aspect of the evening was the party atmosphere. What more could you ask for than Pimms, pizza and chats with all the other ladies about new boyfriends – all while getting dyed and styled? Barbarella provided a grown up slumber party vibe that I loved. Female bonding over beauty treatments never gets old – especially when you’re picking the brains of Stylefinds‘ bloggers!

If you’re looking for a change but uncertain what current trend or classic ‘do will suit you best, I highly recommend Barbarella. Deandra and the other stylists are highly experienced and knew, far better than I did, what would really compliment my big head and its stubborn, brown tresses.

Barbarella Saloon

3277 Main Street Vancouver
604-876-1414