When I moved back to Asheville, one of the challenges I faced was finding a new hairstylist. Searching online was totally overwhelming. It took a lot of research, social media stalking, and salon visits to get exactly what I was looking for.

I’m not alone in the struggle to find the perfect stylist (or barber). And, since recommendations are the best ways to find your perfect hair match, we went straight to the source – you – and asked on our Facebook + Instagram.

For the ladies, we asked you who you trusted to style (cut, color, etc.) your hair, and you told us your favorite picks for all kinds of hair – short, long, curly, thick, full + more. For the men, we asked you about your favorite barbershops – from classic to trendy.

💈Barbershops

Asheville Barber and Beard

1 Page Ave. #111 (inside the Grove Arcade) | 215-9454 | Haircut from $25, beard sculpting from $15

“@jmills_thebarber 👏” – @burgergangburgergang

“We absolutely 💜 Ms. Jessica Doll @hellcat828. She’s 🔥” – @kimmurray33

Biltmore Plaza Barber Shop

4 Brook St. | 274-0552 | Call for pricing

Our readers say...

“Favorite Barber: Isaac at Biltmore Plaza Barber. The place has been around for decades.” – Nate S.

The Chop Shop Barber Shop

606 New Leicester Hwy Unit C | 412-5166 | Haircuts from $15, shave from $20

Our readers say…

“@barbershua” – @christinemmadonna

The Local Barber and Tap

84 W. Walnut St. | 232-7005 | Beard trim from $10, haircut from $25, shave from $40

Our readers say...

“@thelocalbarberandtap. Top notch barbers, local brews on tap, and nice vibe” – @movestrong_avl

“Tyler @beercitybarber , always a great fade (best in the city), keeps me up to date on what's in style, short wait times, and a fair price for a quality haircut. I've recommended him to several people and will continue to do so!” – @peteywcu2010

“@brez_powers !!! 💯🤘🏼😎 She is available at @thelocalbarberandtap and she is AMAZING!” – @mwmusic

“@jblz3682 at @thelocalbarberandtap keeps me looking dapper as always. Shaves, haircuts he does it all.” – @youknowmeasbiggs

“@cesarzase local barber and tap. I’m there Thursdays and the rest of the guys are great too. Can’t go wrong” – @brez_powers

“@ericmichael333 did a great job before my wedding!!!” – @rohnjigsby

“Tyler @beercitybarber is bomb. Always a good time and he makes my husband look more handsome than normal 👏🙏” – @angela.mcclure

Steadfast Traditional Barbershop

1085 Tunnel Rd. Ste. 2B | 575-2047 | Beard trim from $15, haircut from $23, shave from $30

Our readers say…

“@steadfastbarber828 THE beard shop if you’re sporting the jaw drapes. @sethbraden79 has a passion for what he does” – @pdubtally

“If you’re not at @steadfastbarber828 either your mom still takes you to get a haircut or your girl describes your haircut. Get with it people 👊🏼👊🏼” – @codyhubbardhair

✂️Salons

3’s Company

2619 Sweeten Creek Rd. | 274-1040 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“I didn’t think I would find anyone to do my short haircut after my stylist retired, but Amelia (@amelia_ruby_hair) at 3’s Co. is fantastic and worked in New York City. She knows everything about short hair, highlights, and color! I’m so happy she’s working at 3’s Co. I highly recommend everyone who needs short hair or highlights to go see Amelia.” – Debra R.

Adorn Salon & Boutique

58 College St. | (828) 225-8828 | Men’s cuts $35, women’s cuts $65, color from $85 |

Our readers say…

“@adornavl is the best!!💓” – @where_youre_planted

“@adornavl love getting my cut & color here as well as my shellac manis!!” – @lilbabyheart

Ananda Hair Studio

22 Broadway St., 37 Paynes Way #005 | 232-1017, 236-2444 | Men’s cuts from $30, women’s cuts from $40, color from $70

Our readers say...

“@skipdoeshair at @anandahair!! 💯🤗” – @foodfitnessandfaith

“@masonjanehair at @anandahair the best! 💯” –@lyndsaymountz

“@acelkins55 at @anandahair gives the best shampoo/head massage of your life! That + wine, sustainable hair products, and a perfect cut = heaven! 💕” – @ayemeedee

“Ananda West is a great place. See Sarah Barnwell. She does a great job on my curls 💇🏻‍♀️👩🏻‍🦱” – @misschichi17

“@moira_ashevillehair at @anandahair is phenomenal 🙌 aaaaaaand @hairbyjordannm_ ❤️” – @ebaldwin7

“@hair_by_emma_worthy” – @ebboggs

“@hairbycorinavaldez is the best, most fun and supremely talented hairstylist and colorist. @anandahair” – @ediblemusings

Atlas Beauty

915 Haywood Rd. #103 | 707-3991 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“Jenna at @atlasbeauty_asheville is the best! She did my hair for my wedding and has cut and colored it ever since. She owns the salon and she’s amazing!” – @carolynmariephotography

Atrium

1950 Hendersonville Rd. | 681-1833 | Contact for pricing

“@fbgdiva is amazing 🙌🏼❤️” – @Mollyhart0

Aura Salon

Sola Studios, 124 College St., 2nd floor | (252) 676-2442

Our readers say...

“@_mandy_dot 🔥🖤” – @ellycbutler

Bari Salon

278 Haywood Rd. | 333-5407 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“Big shoutout to Jessy Lloyd at Bari Salon. Her IG is @hairbymisslloyd” – Tracy B.

“Jessie Lloyd @ Bari Salon (W.AV) has been my go-to stylist (and amazing human) for the last 2 years. I floated around for years until finding her, never finding the right 'do / stylist, and always delivered the dork-ass Three's Company tv show ragtop (regardless of what I asked for or inquired help) until my GF said I should see Jessie. I'm glad I did! I've never been excited to get my hair cut until now - Jessie's the best (for me anyway).” – Kevin C.

“@jonathanmotehair keeps my hair long, blonde and healthy!!! He’s the best!” – @jenhtaylor04

Beauty Bar

800 Fairview Rd. Ste. AA | 774-5411 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say...

“Beauty Bar in East Asheville!!

Echo Perry has been insuring I stay hip not to be square for over 10 years.” – Todd B.

Changes

2358 U.S. 70 Hwy., Swannanoa | 581-0600 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“@ashetonsilvers She is amazing at everything!!” – lilxlucky22

Eclipse Salon

16 Wall St. | 285-0019 | Men’s cuts $37, Women’s cuts $59, color from $79

Our readers say...

“@eclipsesalonasheville and @ms.frankiebolt takes care of my entire household! The staff is my family when I’m there, and Frankie and I have a language/banter that is all our own!” – @jackebenton

“Carlton at Eclipse Salon on Wall St. He’s a master at cutting fine hair!” – Sherri B.

Fantastic Sam’s

511 Smokey Park Hwy, Candler | 665-0855 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“I have short, spiky hair. Only one I'll let hack away at it is Rachael at Fantastic Sam's on Smokey Park!” – Paige S.

Heir Asheville

Sola Studios, 124 College St., Ste. 17 | (920) 277-8321 | Men’s cuts from $35, women’s cuts from $50, color from $85

Our readers say…

“Emily of @heiravl !!! The best and most talented ever! Visit her instagram page to see all her gorgeous masterpieces.” – @theresngitsofasheville

Hollywood Vampires

1569 Patton Ave. | 236-2656 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“Hollywood Vampires is my favorite because of Patty who’s been my very talented stylist for at least 12 years and she is so kind, and the whole staff is awesome and I love their cat-themed-rock-and-roll shop.” – @julescry4

Hue THAIRapy

330 Rockwood Rd. Suite 101, Arden | 585-5414 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“@hairbyalexjones @huethairapy is the best for color and cuts!!!” – @chrisblanc09

“@ashleyyy___nicole they featured your hair I did! ❤️❤️❤️” – @colour_gasm

Illusions Day Spa

37 Arlington St. | 258-9558 | Men’s cuts from $25, women’s cuts from $50, color from $60

Our readers say...

“@michigirl828 keeps me “real” blonde!!” – @jhamburgey

J Salon

70 Woodfin Pl. Ste. WW 4E | 338-8141 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say...

“Jack Money at J Salon” – Jean R.

L’Eau de Vie Spa

23 Hamilton St. | 258-9741 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“@leaudeviesalonspa Amanda makes me look like angel! Xoxo” – @whitneylyn

Lavender & Lace Salon

Sola Studios, 124 College St., 2nd floor | (910) 742-8775 | Men’s cuts start at $35, women’s cuts start at $60, color from $85

Our readers say…

“@chelseagoodehair is amazing at color (and everything else) 😍😱 I always leave feeling beautiful! 💁🏼‍♀️” – @amanda_w00ds

Lola Salon

3643, 60 Biltmore Ave. | 236-3456 | Men’s cuts start at $30, women’s cuts start at $50, color from $65

Our readers say…

“@lolasalon Great AVL vibe with rotating art work and wonderful staff too! Shout out to Jennifer 💕💇🏻‍♀️!” – @bingo.is.his.name.oh

“Jennifer At Lola salon on Biltmore Ave is wonderful for women’s short hair” – Kathy D.

Marc Edward and Co.

1 Page Ave. #119 (in the Grove Arcade) | 252-3000 | Men’s cuts start at $55, women’s cuts start at $75, color from $85

Our readers say…

“Fav salon: Marc Edward and Co. located in the Grove Arcade.” – Evelyn G.

MaryFrank Salon

61 N. Merrimon Ave. #103 | 232-7073 | Men’s cuts start at $35, women’s cuts start at $55, color from $80

Our readers say…

“@maryfranksalon The space is chic, open, and comforting. Sometimes they have The Office playing softly in the background, which makes it like home for me. My stylist, @beckygivesyagoodhair is always personably warm and always has the best artistic vision for my hair. They always make you feel like a model after the cut! I wouldn't commute 30 min for any other salon!” – @megs.mags

“@maryfranksalon, @lainepiercehair is an artist with my short hair and we have such a blast deciding what amazing haircut will be on my noggin next!” – @hoodooalphabet

Notch Hair Collective

506 Haywood Rd. | Contact stylists separately | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“@notchcollective.hair is the besttttttttt” – @alinakolberg

“I love going to Notch Collective in West Asheville, not only because I love the stylists but also because they are the most eco-friendly salon I’ve found! they’re a ‘green circle salon’ which means that, through a company called Green Circle, they are able to send away pretty much all of their waste to be recycled into something new. this includes used color tubes, gloves, q-tips, used aluminum foil, bottles & caps, aerosol cans and more - including lots of stuff that normally can’t be recycled in this area. They even recycle the hair they cut off by sending it away to be used to create booms to soak up oil spills in the ocean or to create bioplastic for recycling bins. Plus, all of their products are non-toxic & plant based which is great for your skin & hair.

I promise I don’t work there, I’m just a client that loves supporting a sustainable salon & wants to spread the word!” – Colleen S.

Salon at Liberty Corner

235 S. Liberty St. | 225-3030 | Men’s cuts $25+, Women’s cuts $40+, Color from $50+

Our readers say...

“@hairdoc828, @hairbyhaleyworley, or Karen or Katie at @salonatlibertycorner ! We'd be happy to help you!” – @dothehairlinsarelli

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“@dothehair_linsarelli at the salon at liberty corner!” – @blumtns

Salon Dragonfly

115 Patton Ave. | 253-3977 | Men’s cuts from $30+, women’s cuts from $40+, color from $75

Our readers say…

“@salondragonfly for Curly hair!! Danielle can work magic!” – @thesanitynanny

MechaniKa Coiffure

51 Thompson St. | 505-0621 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“Lori Valentine at Salon Mechanica (Biltmore Village). She’s awesome, creative and fun! Salon has a great industrial vibe!” – Donna H.

“Harold@mechanikasalonBEST stylist ever” – @dlrobert1311

“Harold Fentzlaff at Mechanix in Biltmore Village is amazing at managing my curly dyed hair.” – Cetta B.

[salon] AVL

Sola Studios, 124 College St., 2nd floor | 337-5706 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“Pamela Mease has been a hairstylist for 16+ years, & doing my hair for 5 years. She can do curly hair, straight hair, men’s hair, keratin treatments, the list goes on and on. She is up to date with all the latest hairstyles. She formally worked at studio chavarria in downtown Asheville for 7+ years. She just moved back from Houston Texas & is opening her very own salon in downtown Asheville located next to twisted laurel called [salon] AVL.” – Makaila M.

Shear Shack

1863 Hendersonville Rd. | 274-4490 | Men’s cuts from $22, women’s cuts from $28, color from $65

Our readers say...

“PAA-LEESE go to the Shear Shack for a fantastic body, soul and hair experience! Dannielle’s m’ girl. Best hair cut, best color, best body wave in Asheville. Friendly shop with a great little boutique flare. If you don’t visit them, You’ll lose out.” – Possie R.

“I love @theshearshack! The location of the salon is super convenient and they take walk ins! I also love that I can book online and get text confirmations of my appointment. They offer organic hair care products which is very important to me as well as supporting other local businesses. The owner keeps local artists jewelry for sale in the salon and sells plants from @appalachiantropicals! The best local AVL vibes are definitely found here.” – @carterpayne2

“@theshearshack WOW! I have unruly, frizzy hair that needs a little extra attention. Christina @havegracedohair does an awesome BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT! Salon environment is friendly, chic and even has a boutique feel with jewelry and clothing. I love being able to get everything from #balayage color to an #updo for special occasions. They have 7 stylists and take walk-ins too!” – @chellebellepi

“@theshearshack! Christina @havegracedohair is the best! Perfect for short do’s. She also has great (and affordable) jewelry & clothes in the salon.” – @sandydfrederick

“I go to Dani Cardinale @theshearshack and she is amazing! She really took the time to understand what I wanted and made my vision come to life! (And actually made it 10x better than what I expected!) I will definitely be going back to her and that salon.” – @aliciaamarie1

Smart Cuts

1850 Hendersonville Rd. | 277-2003 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“I go to Lena or Lynne @ Smart Cuts in South Asheville/Skyland” – @trueblue.4

Studio Flourish

Sola Studios, 124 College St., Floor 2 | (608) 345-7685

Our readers say...

“@miss_calico_jane in downtown Asheville! She keeps my long hair in check and if I ever decide to switch to a rad color she’s my first stop 😘” – @nicolemicheli

Union Hill Salon

526 Haywood Rd. | 785-1507 | Contact for pricing

Our readers say…

“@unionhillsalon” – @mitch_um

Waterlily Organic Salon

155 E. Chestnut St. #3 | 778-2249 | Men’s cuts start at $40, women’s cuts start at $60, color from $85

Our readers say…

“Adriana Olivera at Water Lily is the best! I keep my hair short and struggle with many cowlicks. Adriana knows just how to tame them and keep me looking stylish!” – Susan Y.

“BEST stylist ever Adriana Oliveira at Waterlily... I moved to Greenville last year and I drive to AVL to get my hair done every 5 to 6 weeks! I get stopped everywhere to inquiry about my hair color.... SHE IS THE BEST (period) :)” – Lizette P.

Willow’s Dream

64 Broadway St. | 225-5922 | Mens’ cuts start at $25, women’s cuts start at $45, color from $65

Our readers say...

“I love @thehairwitch11 at @willows_dream. She’s incredible at getting my blonde better than I imagine every single time. The entrance to the salon is decorate beautifully. When you first walk in there a store front featuring local jewelry and other odd and fun, very Asheville things. If you haven’t visited there you should” – @megannikolebanks

“@thehairwitch11 is my go to! Not only is Shelby ahhhhhmmmmaaazzzzzing at her craft, she is friendly, accommodating and funny! I love sitting in her chair! ❤️🔥” – @mrsstarr94

“I’m shouting out about the best local stylist and salon. Place ... Willow’s Dream @ 64 Broadway St. Stylist ... Totsy!!! She’s awesome and great with short hair and any length. They make you comfortable with serving you coffee or tea. Willow’s Dream has a super sweet gift shop in front where they carry locally made items. Love this place and all its people.” – Sandy K.

"I have been going to Willow's for over a year now, and my girl Zoe always does me right!" – Audra G.

Wink

18 Brook St. #103 | 277-4070 | Mens’ cuts start at $30, women’s cuts start at $55, color from $70

Our readers say...

“I was so grateful to meet @hewhowinks @ @winkasheville when I was growing out super short super curly hair. He's attentive and creative, as well as extremely invested in continuing education and supporting the Ashevillian community. Also, he's hilarious.” – @jenna.sais_pas

“Wink! Gilda and Christine were leasing chairs at the same shop when I first met them. They formed a business partnership and opened a small shop at the current location in Biltmore. They recruited additional, experienced stylists and have continue to up their game investing in continuing education. Owners and staff alike travel to seminars in NYC, LA, and other fashion meccas. They have mastered the art of curly hair. How to cut and style to enhance the curl or to tame it or to alternate between the two options. More recently Christine has expanded her focus to on the issue of hair loss in women. To that end, hair care product lines have expanded, and representatives of those product lines offer frequent in-house training. The occasional call for models is a treat if one is open to changes in style or color. There are loyal clients like me, as well as folks looking for their best new look. What could be better? Wink, the corporate citizen, giving back to our community.

Here’s hoping that AVL will spend some time noodling around the website of the best salon in our town.” – Debra L.

“Jordon at Wink @hewhowinks” – @curlndye

“Laura @winkasheville is Awesome!” – @misschichi17

“Wink Hair Salon – Christine and Gilda (owners) have the Salon Rocking. Very good, well educated staff on all types of Hair.” – Cindy P.

There are so many talented stylists and barbers in Asheville, but finding the best fit for you is a personal process that can take time and patience. Hopefully we’ve taken some of the legwork out of it for you and brought you one step closer to your match made in (hair) heaven.

Is your go-to spot represented? If not, shout them out by replying to this email, or leave a comment on Facebook or Instagram. And thanks, @lainepiercehair, for always making me look fabulous + fly.

– Ali