Posted by freckafree on January 28, 2006, at 23:20:17 [reposted on January 29, 2006, at 15:50:45 | original URL]
In reply to Choosing new hairdresser - trust me, read on!, posted by becksA on January 28, 2006, at 20:00:00
> What's the etiquette with something like this?
Geez, trying to find a new stylist sucks, doesn't it?
We all tend to develop personal relationships with our stylists. But remember that a salon is a business, and the owners want to keep you as a client.
In a business relationship, you can't really go by social etiquette.("Is it rude if I ask for another stylist?") On the other hand, you don't want to be branded as the whiny client from hell.
>I know they have much better.
Use that knowledge! What is the difference between what you got and what you know they can provide? The next time you call to make an appt; say, "Soandso cut my hair last time, and the cut just didn't work for me." (i.e., you're not blaming the stylist). If you can pinpoint the difference between what you got and what you want, ask for a stylist who is good with...
Having said all this, I've had the best luck with asking someone I think has a great haircut where she got it.
Good luck!
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