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Avant Garde salon
Shands South Parking Garage, 1310 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608, United States
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El
Review №1

I decided to book an appointment with Michelle after we had such a good experience at my daughters haircut. She provided a consult based on my concerns about the health and appearance of my hair and Dominic at the front desk created a quote for the services and booked the appointment. Michelle got me right into the chair once I arrived and confirmed the goals and plan for coloring and applying a treatment. I am so pleased with the outcome. Michelle took before and after pictures and the condition and style is very noticeably improved. I am able to recreate the style at home with very little effort or product. Everyone I encountered there is friendly and professional. Excellent experience all around.

Ca
Review №2

I had an extremely pleasant experience at Avant Garde salon. The massage was wonderful and the employees were nice and helpful. The salon was also exceptionally clean and comfortable. A+

Ce
Review №3

I haven’t had my hair cut in over a year (except for my own quick & dirty trim at home). I’m moving soon, and wanted to fix the mess of my mane up, and reached out to Calla for a consultation. The date of my travel moved up, by a month, and Calla was so understanding and she personally let me know of a cancellation so she could get me in sooner.Even though I trusted her abilities fully, Calla included me in the the cutting process by checking in with me, something that I truly appreciated since I hadn’t had my hair done by her before.You can tell that Calla is very adept at what she does, and uses her expertise to collaborate with her clients to make sure they love her work and leave her chair feeling great. I got bangs for the first time since high school, and was so nervous to get them from a hairdresser I hadn’t been to before. (They turned out amazingly).Those with social anxiety: with Calla (and I’m sure others at Avant Garde) there won’t be crying in the car because you were too scared to say something to your hairdresser in the moment. They care!

Li
Review №4

I have seen Kyle for massages for a few years now. He is the best! The owners of Avant Garde are wonderful and you will probably talk to Donovan as some point to schedule or change appointments. He is a joy to talk to. I can’t say enough good things about the salon, atmosphere, or the people there.

RO
Review №5

Jessica is the best ever. She is a consummate professional. I always feel great when I leave her. The salon is clean and comfortable. I look forward to my next visit with Jessica.

La
Review №6

Incredible salon! Healthy, friendly, calm atmosphere and amazing work. I’ve worked with Beija for pedicures and underarm waxes. Candice for wash and blow dry. And Kyle for monthly massages. Love them all!

Wi
Review №7

My hair has always been hard to have done and finding someone that can actually cut the way I have always wanted was great. Beth is a wonderful Stylist! Thanks Again!

Mi
Review №8

BEWARE! 20 years of blonde highlights and I have never before received orange hair. 3 appointments. So multiple hours of my time, $350 dollars. And I ended up going to a completely different salon to get it done correctly. Worst experience I have been through with my hair. Will never go back.

Da
Review №9

I love this place I love the people!! Walking though the door makes me extremely happy and puts a smile on my face. All the amenities are amazing and Leigh Ann is the best! Kyle has magical hands! The massages and manicures are so amazing!

Sa
Review №10

The stylists are great, and I always leave looking nice, but I never end up with what I ask for. For example, the last time I was in, I showed the stylist an image of exactly what I was looking for, which she said was doable, but I was given a 3 or 4 inch darker root vs the 1-inch root in the photos.Unfortunately I can’t justify spending a couple hundred dollars on my hair every couple months to keep getting something different from what I ask for.

Ra
Review №11

Being a new mom during Covid, I haven’t spent any time for myself. My hair has been literally falling out postpartum. Mario spoiled me! I have never felt more beautiful! In addition to color and cut he also gave me hair/scalp treatments. And his styling was on point!! He was also able to recommend amazing products to encourage hair growth. I don’t feel like myself, I feel better!THANK YOU MARIO 🥰

Vi
Review №12

Avant Garde is the best!!! I have gone here multiple during Covid and it is very clean and professional! Brittney is my stylist and she is just amazing! I showed her a picture of what I wanted and I got exactly that! She is much more skilled than any other stylist I have gone to in Florida and she does not push you to buy any products! If I could, I would rate this place 10 out of 5 stars ⭐️.

Sa
Review №13

I love Avant-Garde Salon and first starting coming here because of Calla. Calla is a true artist with hair and the way that she finds the exact color match for you is incredible. She does my roots every month and gets the color so perfect that I don’t have to dye my entire head of hair at every appointment, thus keeping my hair as healthy as possible. She is also very talented with cuts and blow dry styling. More than anything, she is caring and attentive to her clients’ needs. I also go to see Kyle for a monthly massage and he is very professional yet incredibly compassionate towards his clients, always making them feel comfortable and cared for. I love everyone at Avant-Garde and will continue to be a loyal patron. They are kind, efficient, caring towards each client, and also keep things very safe during the pandemic.

R
Review №14

Jessica was amazing. She was honest and realistic. The front desk was also impressively kind and efficient. I can’t say enough good things about this salon!

Ta
Review №15

Friendly, good quality work. Only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars was because they were running behind and my appt didn’t start until 20 minutes later than scheduled. But overall satisfied with my cut.

An
Review №16

Ive been going to Avant Garde for several years. Michael and Rob run an excellent business and are always kind and courteous (along with the rest of the staff). I always feel relaxed and welcomed. LeighAnn takes care of my hair services and Ive always had a good experience. She listens to what I am requesting, provides suggestions and in the end, does what I would like. Shes great fun and I imagine, she enjoys what she does. She is an excellent stylist and takes her time with my appointments.

Ma
Review №17

I scheduled an appointment for an intricate cut and color with them the day before my birthday. They scheduled me with a new hairstylist (without letting me know beforehand) that had no idea what she was doing. She kept asking for help from other stylists, and the stuff she did do was subpar. I was panicking my entire cut and color because I could tell she was not confident in what she was doing. Not to mention I was there for over 3 hours. I wish they would have told me they were scheduling me with a newer stylist because I would’ve gone somewhere else instead. Not worth the time or money to go here.

El
Review №18

Alf is one of the first people that has listened to what I want and never doubted anything I said that I wanted. They are extremely professional and helpful when it comes to hair needs. They have a strong understanding of curly hair which is a difficult skill to find in hair professionals. I highly recommend him!

Al
Review №19

The experiences I have had here are atrocious. I recently called to get a haircut and was very nice, however, one of the owners picked up the phone and was extremely rude. Rude to the point I needed to have his partner call me personally and try and apologize. I thought it was nice and they even said I could get a free haircut and free massage. I did not accept these as that was too kind for just a little bit of rudeness. I did schedule an appointment recently and JUST got back from my haircut today (2/27/21) at 3:15pm. I was assigned to Jessica. She was not only not sympathetic towards me when I seemed very nervous and was unsure of what I truly wanted in my haircut today, she tried convincing me to get more hair than I wanted off and to have my hair cut dry (which yes, I asked her what her opinion was, but I did not want this). We proceeded to get my hair washed, but before I knew it, I got sprayed by the nozzle at the hair washing station and I got completely drenched from my blouse to my shorts. Not only did she seem not truly sorry, she handed me a small towel and I sat there crying while she barely seemed to mind the emotions I felt during this time. I will never recommend anyone to go here and sadly ruined a good experience one after another. I also have a picture of my car seat after I had left: its of how wet my shorts were because the water collected in the seat I was sitting in. I ran out without a haircut crying thinking this was one more thing to add to my day I did not need.

A
Review №20

The reviews and high rate you see is made by Avant (Business owner). Avant makes too many accounts and reviews in order to make a good rate. Its a shame. They dont even respect their customers.

zo
Review №21

Amazing experience. I love my haircut. I have curly hair so going short is sometimes scary. Alf is a curly hair genius, I love the length and the shape of my cut. I will definitely go back.

Al
Review №22

I have been attending Avant Garde Salon for at least 3 years and see Candice. The staff are very professional and friendly. Throughout the pandemic, they have observed strict COVID-19 protocols. Because its an Aveda Salon, all the products they use are wonderful, too! I highly recommend this salon.

An
Review №23

Rachel is the BEST stylist I have ever had in my life (and Im not young)! She is so skilled and always makes me look years younger than I really am. As an added bonus, she is so friendly that time in her chair flys by.

Sw
Review №24

I have been going to Avant Garde since last 7 years... They have an exceptional team who had never given a chance to complaint... Keep doing the great job!!

Jo
Review №25

Cut and donated 22in of hair, and cleaned up the edges. Very satisfied.

Je
Review №26

Candice was excellent. She started off with asking what I wanted done. She listened to me and I am very happy with the results. All staff was very friendly. Clean and organized.

Br
Review №27

Mario is amazing! He makes me runway ready every time! I get endless compliments! Highly recommend!

Er
Review №28

Amazing place! Everyone is always so kind and professional. The salon itself is very clean and well put together!

br
Review №29

Mario helped me make a drastic change by cutting off all my long hair into a sweet short style. He took his time to make sure the end cut looked great and that I was thrilled, even offering to do a second hour of work if I wasnt pleased. But I was pleased right away. The combination of a fantastic cut and style left me leaving the salon with a lighter step and confidence. He used a razor and scissors and cut it wet and finished it dry to make sure it looked as fabulous as I hoped! I will be returning, and perhaps trying more edgy styles because I have full trust in Mario and his skills!Besides the personal attention, the salon was clean and social distanced, I was screened before I went in and masks stayed on the whole visit. Friendly, professional, and safe!

Ei
Review №30

This salon has a great vibe from the minute you walk in. The stylists all seem to get along and really care about their clients. The owners are on site and actively involved in making sure things work well. Chelsea was fantastic and Donovan is always fun to help you when checking out. Nice job creating a post Covid, safe salon experience.

Pa
Review №31

I was worried at first because I haven’t been to a hair salon in Gainesville before. And this experience was great. The place smelled amazing and was very clean and it was very nice. My stylist was amazing she really walked me through every step of the process and gave me exactly what I wanted. I will be going back.

te
Review №32

Jessica took her time to understand what I wanted and then carefully delivered the exact cut Id been hoping for, its fabulous!!

Ma
Review №33

I really like this salon, and having crazy curly hair is one of the few salons I trust to cut my hair and not mess it up. My only problem is my hair just doesn’t ever really like the styling products they use, and I paid $30 extra for a conditioning treatment and my hair feels like straw (which it never does) so it’s a little disappointing, but I guess I just won’t be doing the treatment next time.

Je
Review №34

I had an appointment with Candice to get my hair cut and she did such a great job! I’ve never been so happy with a hair cute before:))

St
Review №35

Britney is a great hair stylist! I love my haircut. The environment is always relaxing too.

La
Review №36

Ive been a client for about 5 years and have always been in good hands - Beth does exceptional work every time Im in her chair and would recommend her to anyone. The staff here are professional, kind, personable, clean, and accommodating. Id also like to shout out management for keeping the staff and clients safety in mind during these times. Highly recommend!

Ba
Review №37

I highly recommend Avant Gard They are professional, pleasant, and very efficient.I love Brittany. She takes the time to understand what you want, she provides suggestions and her skills are second to none. Brittany is the Best Stylist who has worked on my hair. She is a Pro!Thank you Brittany and Avant Gard.

Al
Review №38

Very professional and high quality service. Always an enjoyable experience coming here

ma
Review №39

Britney is a great colorist and hair styler. I have been going to her for the last 7 months.

Kr
Review №40

Fantastic! Wait. That word doesn’t do it justice! I love going here to get my hair cut and colored. Mario is amazing! The staff is always courteous and professional. Highly recommend them!

As
Review №41

I haven’t been to a hair salon in 10 years and I absolutely love this one! Coming from someone who has had bad experience when it comes to people cutting my hair , Beth did an amazing job!! Ladies if you have long thick hair, Beth definitely understands how to style it correctly 😙🥳 and she was very patient and took her time with cutting it to make sure i was okay with the length ☺️ the staff was so sweet and nice! I will definitely be coming back!!! 10/10!

ja
Review №42

Cant recommend this place enough, Mario was fantastic! He transformed my hair to a short, curly cut that I love. They take covid precautions seriously (everyone wearing a mask, screening & temp taken when you enter) which I really appreciate. I definitely felt that I was in good hands the whole time

ay
Review №43

I used to be bleach blonde and during quarantine my roots grew out too much so I just boxed dyed in dark brown to match my natural color. Almost a year later, I decided I wanted to get back to the blonde again so I made a consultation at Avant Garde. My consultation was with Bronson (who I havent seen any reviews about, but spoiler alert shes amazing) and she asked great questions and made recommendations based on my current hairs condition and gave me realistic expectations for my first visit based on the test strand she did. She prioritized keeping my hair healthy and explained all my options as my hair wasnt in the best shape. I booked an apt with her for a month later and she gave me a bunch of samples to help my hair in the mean time leading up to the visit. I just went in for my cut and color and she did AMAZING! She is super super cool and honest about the entire experience, and got me as light as I couldve considering the state of my hair. Im coming back in 6 weeks to go lighter as recommended by her to give my hair time to breathe. It was so refreshing to have a hair professional test my hair, take time to figure out exactly what I want, and emphasize keeping my hair healthy all the while not promising exactly what I desired because my hair would be unrepairable if she were to develop my boxed dye uneven hair that much! The care and attention to detail was great. The end result was an ashy blonde with a nice shadow root, and she even gave me some nice face framing blonder pieces in the front. Love it.Also, when I arrived, I was offered a free manicure because the nail lady had an opening and it was a lovely surprise. She did a great job as well! I loved my experience at this salon and I would recommend it 100%. Im glad I trusted Bronson with my hair journey and I will be back (I also bought all their products I sampled before my visit because they smell great and make your hair feel amazing!). Would recommend 10/10!!! Thank you Bronson and Avant Garde!

Sa
Review №44

Beth was great! It was my first time at the salon and with a new stylist and I was a little apprehensive at first. However Beth was very professional and thorough with my consultation and took time to really look at my hair type and listen to what I wanted. She also talked me through everything she did during the process, ended up with a great hair cut! Will definitely be back and will also recommend Beth to others.

Ra
Review №45

I dreaded finding someone to cut my hair after a bad experience somewhere else in Gainesville. Jessica at Avant Garde was fantastic! She listened to what I wanted and gave me exactly what I was looking for (a trim and long layers). The environment was relaxing and she was very kind. I am pretty picky about who cuts my hair, but I will definitely be going back to Jessica and recommending her to anyone looking for someone reliable!

Ca
Review №46

Jessica is my hair stylist ✨. I am new to Gainesville and have gone to her twice to get my hair cut/trimmed. I have long hair and prefer layers and a face frame that is shorter. Every time she does an amazing job! My hair always looks so healthy, edgy and sexy after she is done. She is super kind, very thorough and meticulous. Seriously, the best hair cut(s) I have ever gotten and I am always very happy after I leave the salon. Thank you Jessica ✨ couldn’t have my hair looking so fantastic without you.

An
Review №47

Excellent service! I felt incredibly safe with the extra precautions the salon has taken with COVID-19. My stylist Calla was absolutely fantastic. She was friendly and knowledgeable about the different coloring techniques. With a flick of her magic-styling wrist, I left the salon feeling and looking like a new woman.

Ce
Review №48

This salon was professional & clean before COVID-19, but they have managed to find a way to make the client experience very comfortable while also being VERY safe & clean. My stylist Chelsea is phenomenal. I only see her every 6 month but she always makes me feel like it was just yesterday since the last time we spoke. Since coming to Avant Garde and seeing Chelsea, my curly wavy hair has gotten so healthy and regained a lot of its curl pattern. I’m very happy to have found a salon I can trust with my hair and my health.

Er
Review №49

I see Beth for color, cut, and styling. She is AMAZING at balayage and works pure magic. I’ve never loved my hair more! The salon is very clean, professional, welcoming, and I feel safe there with the covid-19 precautions they take. Donovan at the front desk always makes me smile and adds to the awesome vibe here. Very, very happy I found Avant Garde and Beth!

We
Review №50

Beth did it again!!! My highlights look amazing and my hair is healthier than it has ever been. Blonde never looked better.

Ma
Review №51

From the moment you walk in until the second you leave, it is easy to understand the standards needed to be an Aveda Salon. #RachelRocks. Best salon Ive been to in Gainesville.

Sh
Review №52

I love the hair cut that I got from Mario, he did a fantastic job.

Li
Review №53

Bronson is great. I would not go to anyone else

Le
Review №54

Excellent service‼️‼️ Ask for Brittney ✨ she was amazing. I had a MESS in my hair from a previous coloring (including ORANGE SPOTS🤦🏻‍♀️😫) I’m so happy with the end result🤍 Thank you so much!! definitely worth it😊

Sa
Review №55

I’ve been coming here over two years and it’s such a delight every time. I’ve literally referred everyone that I know who is looking for a salon. Love Avant Garde.

Co
Review №56

I was incredibly impressed by the professionalism and care that everyone at Avant Garde displayed. The safety measures that they have enforced due to covid made me feel very safe and did not sacrifice the quality of their services. I have been seeing Michelle for years, and as always my haircut turned out wonderfully. Thank you so much to everyone at Avante Garde!

Hi
Review №57

Jessica cut my hair and she did a great job. She was meticulous and was able to achieve exactly what I was going for. Highly recommend her.

Es
Review №58

This has been a staple for getting a haircut since forever!! The hair stylist, Chelsea, has cut my curly hair short so beautifully for years. This is the only place where I would trust my curls to be cut short.

As
Review №59

Excellent, clean, friendly, professional! Oh and my hair looks fabulous every time I leave!

Ve
Review №60

Excellent from entering and leaving. Very comfortable.

Ma
Review №61

The salon was more clean than some doctor office’s I’ve been to lately, everyone was wearing a mask. Everyone was friendly and professional, and Michelle gave me the best haircut for my wavy/curly hair I’ve ever had. I had a dead battery after arriving and AAA had to come while I was there. Michelle was wonderfully patient and accommodating as I had to run out to the parking garage for the mechanic during my cut. I couldn’t have had a more positive experience. And, Aveda!

Sa
Review №62

Everyone is so nice and professional. We had an unforeseeable hiccup with my appointment, and the owner and his staff went above and beyond that day to make up for it. Jessica did such a great job with my hair. The owner of Avant Garde understands the importance of great customer service. I will definitely be going back for future services.

Kr
Review №63

I followed my friend, Michelle, to this salon when she moved. When you walk in, the first thing you notice is how clean it is! From the floor, to the windows, to each station; it’s obvious that they take cleanliness very seriously. The owners are there to make sure that you are comfortable and taken care of. And they really treat their employees like family.This is an Aveda salon, so there is no harsh chemical smell. The front desk staff is amazing and will help you with any scheduling conflicts.Parking is just upstairs in the shands parking garage and it takes literally 3 minutes from the car to the front door. They even have their own dedicated parking spaces that are right next to the stairs and elevator.

As
Review №64

I made an appointment for a haircut with Alf at the recommendation of friends and Im so pleased with my experience and my haircut! I was slow to call at first due to previous salons/stylists being unable to work with kinky hair, or being hesitant to cut as low as I preferred. But Alf was great and I do plan to come back for future appointments!I also appreciate that they seem to be taking their COVID precautions seriously, which makes me feel better about visiting.

Ki
Review №65

IM 61 Y O AND THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST SALON I HAVE EVER FREQUENTED!THE ENTIRE STAFF IS TOTALLY PROFESSIONAL AND JUST LOVELY!EVERY VISIT IS A SPA EXPERIENCE AND IVE BEEN A CLIENT FOR MANY YEARS. I LOVE THAT THEY ARE SO FULL SERVICE THAT I CAN GET ALL MY SERVICES AT ONE SPOT, MANICURE, PEDICURE,LEG & UNDERARM WAXING, MASSAGE, COLOR AND CUT!I PROMISE IF YOU BOOK WITH LEIGH ANN OR BRONSON YOU WILL BE TOTALLY SATISFIED!!!THE OWNERS MICHAEL & ROB ARE AWESOME!TALENTED, KIND AND KNOWLEDGEABLE!FOR YEARS I HAVE HAD SEVERAL APPOINTMENTS A MONTH AND HAVE ALWAYS BEEN BEYOND HAPPY WITH MY EXPERIENCE!

Le
Review №66

I always love treating myself to a haircut with Alf! He’s so knowledgeable about hair care, styling and the right products to use for my hair and lifestyle. I am *super* picky about who cuts my hair, he always gives me exactly what I wanted, no day after haircut nightmares here, cause he listens and hears and respects what cut you want.The salon is also the first place aside from work I’ve been since COVID and I felt very safe with all their many precautions. (A screening station before you even enter the building! And everyone wearing masks correctly, dividers between wash basins, and spaced out chairs). I also love how my hair smells after a visit and that there are no harsh chemical smells in this place. 10/10 here from a very picky customer!

Pa
Review №67

My first time going here and I was lucky to get Alf 😊 He cut my hair better than how I expected and also gave my hair what it needed. It looks more alive :D

Ca
Review №68

The Avant Garde team is unfailingly kind, they listen to my objectives, and they take the time needed to provide exemplary services.

Am
Review №69

Jessica has been doing my teen daughter’s color (highlights/lowlights) and cut for over a year and does a wonderful job. The salon is clean, comfortable, staff is super friendly and products are high quality.

Ly
Review №70

Very knowledgeable and helpful with regard to the issues with my hair. Very friendly and the shop was so clean. I would recommend Jessica to my friends and family, and anyone.

Ta
Review №71

This is one of the only places I feel comfortable going to during this pandemic... always super clean and they take every possible precaution which I very much appreciate. I love the haircuts that Alf has given me!! He is truly an artist

Fr
Review №72

I went in today for a last minute appt for a pedicure, thankfully they were able to fit me in. My technician was Bronson and did a FANTASTIC job! Hands down the BEST pedicure iv had. Very pleased with the customer service and prices here and will definitely be coming back 🙂 Highly recommend 👍

Je
Review №73

Alf was my stylist and he was very detailed and quick with his work, as soon as I came in they were ready to see me, they practice safe social distance and were all wearing masks

Pr
Review №74

I went in for a scalp treatment, and the service was amazing. Not to mention the results! I am blown away to see such an improvement both in my scapulas and the texture of my hair.

za
Review №75

Brittney who works here made this one of the worst experiences Ive had in a salon. I had asked for a frosty blonde ombre, and showed her a picture as well. The result was a streaky and patchy orange mess, with weird shades of orange all over. When I mentioned to her that this is not what I had asked for, and that my hair is *clearly* ruined and nothing like what I had showed her. All she said was that she likes it and it looks fine to her. So I paid $300 and shes the only person who approves of it. Clearly it means nothing to her that a client is unhappy. In this salon, you pay money to the hairstylists so they feel good about themselves and disregard the clients requests. I thought it was the other way around.Horrible experience.

Ju
Review №76

This place was amazing. I was nervous about going to a new stylist, but Beth was incredible. She styled my hair better than I ever could have imagined

Jo
Review №77

Been going here for months now, they have the best staff!

Ma
Review №78

Ive been coming to Avant Garde for about a year and a half now, and I never leave disappointed. Candice is AMAZING. Great conversationalist, and my hair always looks beautiful and feels healthy when I leave. Highly recommend this salon! They are also taking great precautions for COVID including taking temperatures, providing hand sanitizer, and requiring masks.

Ir
Review №79

Salon style haircut at an affordable price. Mario does a great job. The procedures they have in place for COVID awareness allow for a comfortable, safe experience. Highly recommend.

Ni
Review №80

I first got a Cezanne treatment done by Rachel, then I came back in some days later to have her get a money piece highlight started on me (I have to come back to get it completed). I was thoroughly pleased with both sessions!! Rachel knows her stuff and is a pleasure to work with! Thank you! I wish I could give this place more stars!!

El
Review №81

Good massage, could have used more pressure great massuse and polite and helpful

We
Review №82

Great experience! Excellent safety precautions in place related to Covid-19, and the owner was friendly and welcoming as always. Received a thorough and professional consultation for my haircut, and an outstanding result. I have long, thick hair and it is so hard to find someone who can cut it to my satisfaction. BEST HAIRCUT I HAVE EVER HAD, I received compliment after compliment on my hair today. If you are as picky as I am about your hair, this is your place!

Ka
Review №83

Michelle was really amazing. All I had to do was show her a few pictures of what I wanted and she was able to do it for me. She went above and beyond to take care of me and made sure I was having a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this place.

Ju
Review №84

It was wonderful! Alf was very sweet and kind. I love my haircut! I would definitely go see him again.

D
Review №85

Always a great experience. Thank you Chelsea!! Clean, friendly and they go out of their way to provide a professional and positive experience. I feel very safe going there during this pandemic. They take every precaution.

Ju
Review №86

It was a good experience, I scheduled and appointment and had no wait to be seated, service is good and everything looked clean and compliant with COVID safety measurements. Will go back again for sure.

Sa
Review №87

They are so rude. I never go back there.

li
Review №88

Alf goes above and beyond to ensure that you have a safe and comfortable experience. He is very thoughtful and attentive towards me whenever I am there, and I always really enjoy visiting. I feel relaxed and safe when I am here.

Mi
Review №89

Avant Garde is hands down the best salon I have been to in Gainesville. From the moment you walk through the doors, you are treated with care and respect. They have the highest standard of professionalism and cleanliness, which is especially important now during COVID-19 season. I originally switched to this salon after getting a bad cut somewhere else, and they did such a wonderful job that I have been coming back every few months for almost 2 years now. My stylist is Rachel and she is absolutely wonderful, so talented with hair and also very easy to talk with!

Sh
Review №90

With Covid 19 keeping us at home my hair was long and out of control. Mario gave me a beautiful stylish cut. I have booked my next two appointments. Thank you Mario and Avant Garden for a wonderful experience.

Wa
Review №91

I loved the service I received from Beth. She was very knowledgeable and gave me great feedback about the current condition of my hair. The staff was very friendly and courteous too.This was my first experience with AG, but I know it will not be the last!

Sa
Review №92

I’ve been coming to this Salon for many years. No matter who I see, the staff always provides excellent services, and I always leave with a huge smile on my face. I come in for cuts and highlights, and they always pick a gorgeous blonde shade personalized for me! I currently live about two hours out of town, but I refuse to find another stylist in my area because Avant Garde is so good!! I’m willing to make the commute to get perfect results. They also offer free drinks and are very kind and personable. I always recommend them to anyone!

Li
Review №93

Jessica was super sweet and amazing!! Made my hair look super healthy again!

Br
Review №94

I had an absolutely amazing experience! Calla took the time to talk with me and figure out exactly what I wanted! Her skill and creativity led to a more beautiful end color and style than I could ever ask for! I highly recommend Avant Garde for your every day hair care needs, and especially for color by Calla!

Kr
Review №95

One of the best salon experiences I’ve ever had! Calla was phenomenal!! She took the time to listen to what I wanted and talked me through everything she was doing. She discussed the price with me beforehand and made sure that we were on the same page about the cut and color I wanted!! The shampoo/head massage was amazing!! The receptionist was so incredibly kind and made sure I was comfortable while waiting and gave me all the information I needed when leaving. It seriously was the best service industry experience I’ve had in a very long time!!

Sa
Review №96

Calla is such an amazing stylist! I get flustered about what I want and have no clue how to put it in words but shes always able to figure it out and come through perfectly! The studio is also so well kept and all the staff are so nice and helpful.

Lu
Review №97

I had allot of difficulties finding a person who can cut my hair the way i like it. A hairdresser that makes time,listen to you. In the past I went to cheap places,expensive places. it did not matter. I just did not find the person i was happy with. At Avant Garde salon I met Beth who did a fabulous job !!! I am very happy.!!!

Ki
Review №98

Made a switch from Haile Spa to here and do NOT regret it! The space is so beautiful, the staff are so super friendly. Huge selection of Aveda products! If you have curly hair, make sure to check out Michelles work! Shes my go to and is always great to work with! Tell her Kim sent you 😉

Ch
Review №99

Service was more friendly at the beginning!

He
Review №100

Brittany was great. She gave me a great cut and style. I appreciate that I felt safe and that everyone at Avant Garde was geared toward protecting themselves and their guests during this time.

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100 Comments
4.8 Rating
  • Address:Shands South Parking Garage, 1310 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608, United States
  • Site:http://avant-gardesalon.net/
  • Phone:+1 352-376-0037
Categories
  • Nail salon
  • Beauty salon
  • Facial spa
  • Massage therapist
  • Hair salon
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:11am–8pm
  • Thursday:11am–8pm
  • Friday:11am–8pm
  • Saturday:11am–8pm
  • Sunday:10am–4pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
  • LGBTQ-friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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