Salon Thalia

Memories is one of kind. I went to get my eye brows waxed for the first time and only one word can explain it, painless. Everyone told me that waxing was a painful experience, but from what i felt it was painless. Memories also does a miracle facial that the next day every one at work complimented on my skin and eye brows for the first time. This was such a relaxing and effective experience that i be a gaurantee client for life.

Posted 02/02/07

Memories at Salon Thalia is a miracle worker!! She is the only person I go to at Salon Thalia. She takes great pride in her work and it shows. She spends a good 20 minutes concentrating on the shape of your brow that goes best with your face. She will give you tips on where to tweeze and she gives you a relaxing brow massage. It's like a mini facial when you get your brows waxed. The thing that sealed the deal was when my husband actually noticed my brows and gave me a nice comment on them. I have been getting my brows done forever and now he notices? What man notices eyebrows??? Memories is PERFECTION!

Pros: They have a friendly and knowledgable staff.

Cons: the only parking I know of in the area is on street parking.

Posted 01/27/07

I recently moved to Philadelphia and found Salon Thalia. JOHN gives the best haircut - blunt cut, no fussiness (and I get free advice on great restaurants and places to hear music from this longtime Philly area resident)! MEMORIES has transformed my skin in only a few months - everyone at work has commented. The skin care products are fabulous - and not overly expensive. She's a miracle worker! If you're looking for a great salon, you have to try Salon Thalia. The location in the Curtis Building, overlooking Washington Square, is hip and fun too.

Pros: Parking, no waiting, friendly service.

Cons: None.

Posted 01/20/07

I had my first appointment at Salon Thalia yesterday with John, and I have to say, he gave me the best color/cut/style I have ever had! I have been searching for a new salon for the last couple of months, and I came across this one and I am so glad I did. John spent a lot of time teaching me about my own hair. Yes, after 24 years, there are still things I did not know about my hair! He showed me how to style it, and advised me on what products I should use based on my hair type and issues I have. I have had so many compliments already! I definitly recommend salon thalia and John for anyone who is looking for a top-of-the-line salon! THANKS JOHN!

Pros: Local, friendly staff, modern staff, lots of talent

Posted 01/04/07

About two years ago I went to Tiffany Schaffer at Salon Thalia for a cut and color, and I was hooked. She is a perfectionist when it comes to hair. She has great vision and is talented at choosing a style and tone that will compliment your features. I was in a wedding this past May and Tiffany gave me an up-do that stole the show. She was able to recreate a picture I saw in a magazine perfectly. The photographer actually pulled me aside to take a picture of my hair. She gives wonderfully relaxing shampoos. Whenever I leave Salon Thalia, I can't keep my hands off my hair; it feels like silk. Not only is she extremely gifted at what she does, she is reasonably priced as well. I would recommend her to anyone.

Posted 01/02/07

Recently, I went to Salon Thalia to get color and hair extensions. Knowing that a drastic new look could be risky I wanted a stylist who was a known perfectionist, but still very approachable and down to earth. So, the reception team set me up with Tiffany assuring me that she was very meticulous as well as personable. I can't say how impressed I was with her work. She took me from black hair that was fine, frizzy and breaking off to locks that reached the bottom of my back in glistening gold and blonde. I sit here and write this because everywhere I go people compliment my "gorgeous" hair. It is very true that beauty is more than just skin deep, but when someone with the talent to take your idea and turn it into a physical vision; a work of art; the feeling produced is a very special one that shines through and past your biggest flaws.
If you're looking for such a stylist I cannot recommend a better one.
Tiffany is available Tuesday through Saturday (Monday per request.) Location and ambiance is notable as well.

Pros: Parking is discounted on 6th and Sansom with a Salon Thalia stamped parking stub. Refreshments are served.

Cons: availabitlity is first come, first serve. Last minute booking isn't always available.

Posted 12/26/06

I recently visted salon thalia for the first time ( since being a salon hopper ). First i have to say the setup was amazing !! Next i was greated by Mia who seemed so energetic and pleased to take the time to talk to me and explain everything to me step by step.
Her knowledge of colors was fantastic and it made me want to get more color and foils done.All I have to say is Mia I love my hair and you deffinetly have a repeat customer.
Cant wait to see you again !!!!

Pros: Eeverything

Cons: nothing

Posted 12/20/06

I have finally found the place for me. Salon Thalia is absolutely beautiful and the staff exceptional. Especially Wyatt, he gave a fantastic shampoo and an even better hair cut. Wyatt was great at accessing my style and really figured out what I wanted. Thanks to Wyatt and Salon Thalia I couldn't be happier.

Posted 12/18/06

I have been getting my eyebrows and brazilian wax for quite some time and I have jump from many different places. However Salon Thalia offers the best waxing in the city I have ever encountered!!! Memories is incredibly meticulous; her techniques are painless, relaxing, and polished. No one looks forward to getting brazilian waxing, but Memories makes my brazilian wax a breeze. The waxing was almost entirely pain free. I felt so comfortable and at ease that i always struggle to stay awake while she works on me. She is also truly gifted in the art of eyebrows shaping. I've never had so many compliments on my eyebrows before. I highly recommend to get "Your Ideal Signature Eyebrows". Salon Thalia is the only place I'll go for a painless waxing experience!!!

Posted 12/07/06

Beautiful salon with great customer service. The haircuts are reasonably priced for the type of salon that it is. Everyone there was really nice and friendly - nobody was snobby. Very happy. I don't know what I would do if I moved away. Will recommend this place to all fo my friends.

Posted 11/18/06

I had 11" cut off for a donation to Locks of Love. Liz gave me such a great cut and set my nerves at ease. I've since gone back for another cut and loved it even more! I've never been able to manage short hair as I can now, all with little effort.

Pros: courteous, friendly staff

Posted 11/04/06

Have you ever noticed when you go out in the city, everyone seems to have the same haircut? After much research and review, I have been graced to fall upon the amazing new york-style skills of the stylists/artists at Salon Thalia. Creativity defines a particular stylist - Juaquin - as he does anything BUT the ordinary. Juaquin understands how to cut/style/color your hair to really flatter your face. He is a master with the scissors and posseses a rare gift of knowing hair texture and exactly how to shape it. He knows what color works with skin tone and definitely gives great tips on how to achieve a look that is different - unique - your own. The price is low for high results. I am grateful that we have New York/LA talent right here in friendly Philly. A courteous staff, 5 star decor and top rate head massages make the atmosphere a relaxing occassion. If you want a - different - experience that you will not regret, take my advice and go see Juaquim.

Thanks to a great salon I blend in a little less with the rest ;)

Posted 10/29/06

I finally decided that I wanted a completely new hairstyle but I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted. So I gave my hairstylist, Juaquin, the freedom to come up with something that was different but not too crazy. The result was so much better than I could have possibly imagined! The cut fit my face perfectly and the color was so vibrant yet still natural looking. I am extremely happy with the way my hair turned out and have gotten nothing but compliments from friends and total strangers! I highly recommend everyone to Juaquin at Salon Thalia. You won't regret it!

Pros: Convenient garage parking located underneath the salon.

Posted 09/22/06

last week i had my hair cut and colored from juaquin at salon thalia. people have been ranting and raving over my new style since!!! i gave juaquin creative freedom with my hair, and he came up with a vision right away! salon thalia has a beautiful open and relaxed enviroment with a new york feel. i love my hair! thanks so much! i highly recommend everyone to juaquin at salon thalia!

Pros: creative stylist, wonderful products!

Posted 08/30/06

I absolutely love my color and cut (and style!). Ashley did a FANTASTIC job! It's always hard to find a good stylist, usually it takes a while to find one that's right for you, but I was lucky enough to find Salon Thalia and Ashley through Citypages on the first try. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Posted 08/17/06

Simply stated: ... You know you have had an amazing job on your hair when... - you haven't had it colored in almost two months & people are STILL stopping you in public places & asking you where you got your hair done!! Want this to happen to you? Go see Ashley or Juaquin from Salon Thalia - the best salon in Philly. I have never made a better hair decision in my life!

Pros: Beautiful atmosphere, amazing results, professional and friendly staff

Posted 07/21/06

In the short few years that this salon has been open it has constantly met and maintained the highest standard. It is a soothing and comforting place with little noise and disturbance while one is receiving the agreed upon treatment. The front desk is polite and efficient. The colorist Wyatt has raised the bar for all salons and stylists Michael and Mia are not only excellent in their craft, they are professional, friendly and always put the client at ease. One of my friends on leaving Pileggi on the Square said she was made to feel old, underappreciated and poorly put together. This would never happen at Thalia Salon. One is always made to feel beautiful whether they are or not.

Posted 06/27/06

I am a habitual salon hopper, but I went to Salon Thalia today for the first time. Carolyn did an amazing job! She changed the shape, texture, color and overall quality of my hair. I have called all of my friends and told them they MUST go to Salon Thalia and see Carolyn. She is friendly, creative and a hair genius. I saw Memories to have my eyebrows waxed and they also turned out perfect. The room is very relaxing and I struggled to stay awake while she worked.
From the time you walk in the door to the time you walk out, Salon Thalia is an experience that cannot be rivalled! I have never received so many compliments on my hair as I did today just walking down the street. Thank you Carolyn!

Pros: relaxing , well worth the $$$, unrivalled

Posted 05/23/06

I recently read a review of of salon thalia on city search, I was in search of a new hair salon. There stylists were all highly prased so I figured why not try, so I called to make an appointment, the desk girls were so helpful by the way, and they recomended John Peirce to take care of my locks. I was so impresed with how he sat with me for about 10 min. too discuse what I wanted to acheive with my hair, I never felt more comfortable with stylist. "He gave me the best highlites I have ever had and the most stunning cut too"! I left there spending a littel more than my last place, but worth every penny. I highly recommend John and Salon thalia. So as the saying goes "You get what you pay for"!

Pros: great stylists, amazing space , great front desk

Posted 05/02/06

I. LOVE. THIS. PLACE. Seriously, I will suffer hair and skin withdrawl if I ever move away from Philly. I've been coming here for a year, and when I walked in I was sure I was in for a very large bill, given how elegant and classy the salon is. Well I was surely shocked, because a haircut by the owner done carefully and with no rush was less than $100. Jaw dropping, really. The real gem of this place (aside from how incredibly courteous everyone is. . .no snobbery here) is their esthetician, Connie, who transformed my ravaged skin to makeup unnecessary skin in less than 6 months. I am a Dermaware and Kerastase product convert and you will be too once you come here.

Pros: friendly staff, amazing pricing, expert product recom.

Posted 04/01/06

I live in NYC, Im from Philly, I love this place. Whenever Im home visiting my family & friends (about 4-6 times per yr), I go make it a point to get my hair done here. LOVE THIS PLACE. If your looking for great service, atmosphere and phenomenal stylists, ck it out. I suggest Liz H! Shes the best.

Posted 03/19/06

I was growing out bad and brassy highlights and my grey was coming in fast and furious right before the holidays. I needed a talented, creative colorist right away to add new, toned-down highlights and blend everything together. I called Salon Thalia because they were nearby and well-recommended, and I was given an appointment with Tiffany. She listened to my long and (I'm sure) confusing description of what I was after and came up with a thoughtful solution to my rather odd problem. She also won my confidence with her calm manner and detailed approach manner. Her work was fast and precise and the results were stunningly beautiful - natural, vibrant, and so well suited to my complexion. I've never had so many compliments on my hair before. I would recommend Tiffany to anyone.

Posted 03/16/06

I recently moved to Philadelphia and I admired a womens haircut and she recommended Michael at Salon Thalia. When I called to schedule an appointment Michael was already booked but the receptionist was so helpful with recommending another stylist. Tiffany gave me a beautiful, easy to manage haircut and I went back to get highlights as she suggested. Both experiences were wonderful. The atmosphere is very friendly and helpful. If your not sure where to go, you should really give this salon a try.

Pros: Friendly, professional, great service

Posted 03/13/06

As a New Yorker transplanted to Philadelphia I was nervous about finding a high-end salon that would compare to those in Manhattan. After 1 1/2 years of trying different salons, I finally found Salon Thalia and LIZ and am beyond happy! I have been seeing Liz for over 2 years now and she is the best stylist I have ever been to. I get compliments on my hair from strangers on the street and friends who now see Liz as well. Getting my hair done is an absolute treat - Liz is patient, has great ideas about my hair, but also listens to what I want. She also makes the experience extremely enjoyable - she is very friendly and always, always has a smile on her face. I would recommend Liz to anyone!

Posted 02/19/06

It took me years to find a hairstylist that I felt completely comfortable with and trusted completely to give me a new look every few months. I have been going to John Pierce at Salon Thalia for over 5 years now and have referred many friends. We all love him! He is one of the most talented hairstylists in Philadelphia.

Pros: parking lot , full service salon, great staff

Posted 01/10/06

Michael is fabulous, but expect to pay top dollar for his services. I went in with amazon-length, limp hair and left looking like a celebrity. The salon also uses fantastic products. I recommend picking up a bottle of their anti-frizz stuff.

Pros: professional, skillful

Cons: EXPENSIVE

Posted 01/09/06

i started going to salon thalia about 6 months ago.. every time i get recieve services i feel great about myself leaving the salon!! the staff is so friendly, and professional. my hair always looks amazing!!!! EVERYONE should try Salon Thalia!~ And they even carry Kerestase products.. the best in the world!

Pros: parking in building, friendly staff, talant

Cons: none

Posted 01/02/06

If you want a fabulous salon experience, the words are 'Salon Thalia'!
As soon as you enter you feel welcome from the warm and friendly staff.
They are always eager to take your coat and make you feel at home.
Wyatt gives a great shampoo because he will massage your scalp as he shampoos your hair. It is truly delightful. He will then get you a beverage of your choice.
Michael is truly a gifted artist! From color, cuts to blow drys' and updos', he will create a master piece! Michael is the only one I allow to do my hair.

Posted 01/02/06

Salon Thalia is a welcomed change in the landscape of the Philadelphia salon experience. The space is warm and charming which is a perfect fit for the caring, professional staff. Michael is my regular stylist and he is truly talented. My hair has never looked so great. Although the staff is stylish and hip, I never feel out of place when I arrive on my day off make-up-less and in comfy sweats. It by far the most relaxed yet competent salon I have ever been to.

Pros: professional, warm, inviting

Posted 12/26/05

Salon Thalia is a second-rate salon. From the cold interior to the careless staff - I would definitely NOT recommend this place to anyone, especially for color. I had severe damage done to my hair by the careless slopping of mix-matched hues and over-processing while my "colorist" was busy on smoking breaks. No follow-up, not even to check their work- just hand you over for a blow dry and then on to the next. Lots and lots of attitude, to top it off. Definitely will not be going back to Salon Thalia.

Posted 12/13/05

I am a person who rolls out of bed and off to work without a second look in the mirror. When I entered the workforce, it was time to find a stylist who could give me fabulous style without the hassle - and always look great! A friend recommended Carolyn. She really understood my low maintenance style, and cut my hair perfectly. I really can get out of the shower, blowdry, and be on my way looking like I just walked out of the salon. Carolyn has been my stylist for 2 years, and everytime I get a new style that always works for me!

Pros: You Get What You Want, Friendly Atmosphere, Stylishly Inexpensive

Posted 12/06/05

I am extremely particular when it comes to my hair with both cuts and color. I recently went to Jason because a friend recomended him. I drove from the shore for an appointment with him. He did a phenomenal job on both the cut and color and I feel like he was very receptive to my concerns no matter how annoying I was. Jason has earned my trust and my business and I highly recomend him.

Pros: Fairly pirced, Good parking, Friendly atmosphere

Posted 11/30/05

I have been going to Carolyn for about three years now. Before Carolyn my hair was a wreck. I had permed and done at-home dye jobs that tortored my hair and took forever to grow out. After all of those messes I was hesitant to color my hair again, but I was desperate to get rid of the mousy brown color, but I was also afraid of looking too drastic and fake. Carolyn has been giving me a combo of low lights and highlights that look natural and the cut is very flattering. I receive numerous compliments about my cut and color. I TRUST Carolyn completely and recommend her to everyone I come across. I don't know what I would do without her, plus she is one of the sweetest people I know.

Pros: Staff, Atmosphere, Location

Posted 11/24/05

Travel from Newark, Delaware to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania just for a haircut, highlight, and style? Most definitely, if your appointment is with Jason! I was in desperate need of a new stylist, and long overdue for a haircut, when a friend who lives in the Philadelphia area made the recommendation of Salon Thalia. I was hesitant about the commute, but decided to give it a try anyway. The minute I walked into the Salon I knew I had made the right decision. Jason greeted me with a welcoming smile and treated me as if I had been his client for years. Jason evaluated my hair, made some recommendations, and before I knew it, I was walking out of the salon with the best haircut I ever had. Thanks Jason!

Posted 11/08/05

I highly recommend Carolyn for all your hair needs. I just leave everything up to her and my hair comes out amazing everytime!! She turned my brassy highlights into beautiful blonde, and gave me a cut that gives my hair life again. I have received more compliments on my hair since seeing Carolyn then ever before! I cannot imagine anyone else touching my hair and would follow her anywhere!

Posted 10/25/05

I never thought Mondays could be so pleasant until I met Jason. I was a walk-in for a blow dry, and WOW, what an awesome job he did. He was meticulous with everything he did; and what a perfectionist! I booked the following week for a cut and color with him. My advice: if you're looking for a great stylist, and not too bad on the eyes, ask for Jason on Mondays.

Posted 10/25/05

I recently moved to philadelphia and had hard time trying to find a hair salon or stylist that would listen to what I want. I found John Pearce on city search at Salon Thalia and figured why not try him, wow! John Pearce is amazing, he sat with me and listened to what I liked and disliked about my hair . John created a masterpeice, the color was perfect and the hair cut is the best I've had in years, I can even recreate what he did with the brush and dryer. Thanks to John Pearce I have never felt so great about myself!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!

Posted 10/24/05

With two days left before my business trip to montreal, i needed a haircut. Instead of getting a $10 haircut I went with the recomendation of a friend.
I was greeted with open arms and a warm smile. Not only was the the atmosphere pleasant, but Mia gave me a better haircut that Bruno ( my barber ).
Now after my business meeting I have returned twice, and recomended the salon to four of my friends. THANK YOU MIA !!!!!

Pros: Mia, Gracious staff, Clean enviorment

Posted 10/23/05

I have been a client of John Pierce's for the past six years. I have never felt so comfortable with a hair stylist before; especially, being a guy that used to go to the $10 a cut neighborhood barber shops. I have referred everyone from my girlfriends, family and close friends to him and eveytime they express their thanks for hooking them up with him. Overall the entire staff does a great job especially Jason and Wyatt assisting with what needs you may have. I will continue to go Thalia and John Pierce for as long as I live in Philadelphia.

Posted 10/18/05

Went to salon thalia for the first time and had such a wonderful experience. I was very lucky to have been serviced by Mia. She was much more than a great cut! Her skills in customer service were amazing. She took care and time helping me decide what was best for my hair. I left very satisfied and I think I found a stylist I can count on.

Pros: Mia, great service

Cons: Parking

Posted 10/16/05

I been to salon thalia three times already and my experiences have been over the top. What a team of talanted and friendly people. LizH and Jason have a way of making you feel confortable and relaxed. They are my favorite! Come and experience all that i have.

Posted 09/09/05

Finally, I am a beautiful Blonde! Last week I saw Carolyn for the first time and she did what no other hair stylist has been able to do for me. She took me from a brassy over processed looking drab blonde and gave me beautiful highlights and lowlights. I couldn't be happier! The salon is so beautiful and the service is wonderful! I also had a facial and it was very relaxing.

Posted 09/01/05

The August edition of Allure featured an article about the top colorists in different cities. I frequently go to New York and have been to several salons there for highlights. I have usually been pleased with the results. However, after reading Allure Magazine, I decided to try Bruce Slemmer of Salon Thalia who was featured in the article as a top colorist in Philadelphia. Never have I received such professional and personal attention. Along with that I received the best highlights and hair cut I have ever had! Ihad so many foils and a really natural look when he was done. Allure was absolutely on target!!! Bruce is now the only stylist who I will ever allow to do my hair. Forget those trips to New York unless Bruce goes there. Thank you Allure Magazine!!!!!!

Posted 08/19/05

My wife knew that I would never treat myself to a real haircut, so she suprised me with a gift certificate to Salon Thalia. At first, I didn't know what to expect. I had been going to the same "chop-shop" place for years. I was immediately impressed with the salon enviroment! Ashley gave me the best haircut i've ever had. She took the time to explain the differences in mens clipper hair cuts, and an actual men's hair cut with scissors. My wife and I both agree that it is worth the "splurge"! Thanks Ashley!!! See you again soon!

Pros: easy parking, professional, costomer service

Posted 08/06/05

I agree with the previous reviewer, Ashley is amazing. She is the first person I've met that can play with my hair and make it look good instead of boring or frizzy. She is so sweet and makes me feel really good about my hair. I've been looking for somebody to cut my curly hair and she is the one!!! Yes, it's $55, but I'd rather spend that to get an amazing job then spend $25 to get a crappy job. It's worth it!!

Pros: Friendly, Amazing stylist, visually pleasant

Cons: none

Posted 08/03/05

I made an appointment after reading the reviews here on citysearch. I walked in and was amazed with how friendly the staff was. The salon is absolutely stunning! My stylist was Ashley, she is awesome! She knew exactly what to do with my hair. She spent over 3 hours highlighting and styling my hair, and I could not have asked for a better job. I absolutely love my hair, it has NEVER felt so good. I HIGHLY recommend Salon Thalia and Ashley.

Pros: Excellent service, Reasonable prices, Great environment

Posted 07/19/05

I love this place. The staff is helpful and very nice. Mike is my stylist and he is excellent. He knows exactly what cut will look great. He even talked me out of something that would have looked horrible. I had a great experience and the price was very reasonable. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Posted 06/22/05

I just relocated to Philadelphia and had to go through the usual difficulties of finding a new salon and was fortunate enough to stumble upon Ashley at Salon Thalia. I left with a beautiful hair cut and color. Ashley was extremly professional and attentive. She even took the time to touch up my make-up and recommended a new lipstick to go with my new hair coloring. The salon itself is amazing with a friendly inviting atmosphere that most salons lack. I highly recommend Ashley and Salon Thalia.

Pros: professional, parking, customer service

Posted 06/13/05

Upon entering Salon Thalia expect to be greeted with warm sincerity. It seems as though no details have been over looked. I was a new client to this salon and I was refered by the owner to Carolyn. I initially was scheduled to get only a haircut because I go to another salon for my color but I was curious to hear what Carolyn would recommend. After having a consultation, I took the plunge and she transformed me. She also recomended a conditioning treatment that turned my previously dryed out hair into silk. I have never been treated with this type of professionalism and care. I highly recommend Carolyn and Salon Thalia.

Pros: Tranquil Atmosphere, friendly staff, easy accessibility

Posted 04/26/05

I've been to many salons in many cities, and Salon Thalia surpassed my highest expectations. The professionalism is unbelievable, from changing into a robe before a cut to the warm towels and personal attention you receive while your hair is washed. Moreover, the staff is unbelievably talented, and Maria, the owner, did a phenomenal job. I can't recommend this place highly enough. If you go to New York for a cut and spend over $100, don't bother anymore, because this place will do it better. If you go anywhere else in Philadelphia, now's the time to change.

Pros: Personal Attention, Professionalism, Top Quality

Cons: None

Posted 04/05/05