Christopher Stanley Salon

Reading all the reviews here on Citysearch I went To Christopher Stanley Salon.After some years with salons uptown-I found this wonderful salon-Mauricio was great!
He knows curly hair and will give you a Great cut!
The products are Natural and Healthy-you will Love your Hair!!
Looking forward to a color with Peter!

Pros: Quality Products

Cons: none

Posted 10/29/09

I'm so happy I found the Christopher Stanley salon. Peter does the best highlights! I had been all over the place getting far less than good color for years until I found Peter at Christopher Stanley. I haven't been anywhere else since! Everyone is so nice and knowledgeable. I highly recommend!

Posted 10/22/09

Peter always gives me the best highlights that don't turn brassy. I always feel fantastic when I leave the salon, and the color always blends nicely when it grows out.

Pros: Knowledgeable staff, friendly folks

Cons: None

Posted 10/21/09

I've been to many colorists in the city and I have to say Karen is the best. My highlights are bright, but natural and full of subtle dimension.
Karen is confident and fun and knows exactly what would look best on you.

Pros: Excellent Color, Great Salon

Posted 10/21/09

I travel for these two men... and it's worth the time and the money. Not only are they talented but they are a wonderful team of love and humor. I know that should not be a part of why we go to our hair people, but it is such a big part of what these two men and this salon is all about. Talent and artistry beyond belief and then I receive warmth and wit on top of it all... it's a package I just cannot do without. Thanks for all you do Stanley and Peter... you'll never know how good you make me feel and how long it lasts... cut, color, heart and soul.

Pros: Stanley and Peter make me smile!!!

Cons: They are in another state

Posted 10/13/09

Peter Ripley at the Christopher Stanley Salon in Manhattan is by far the most wonderful, most talented, kindest, sweetest, and BEST COLORIST I have ever been to. My hair feels healthier and looks the best it ever has. Go see him because you will not be disappointed.

Pros: nice salon and Peter makes me feel great about myself

Posted 10/13/09

I have VERY curly hair and Billy gave me the Keratin treatment. I enjoyed straight frizz-free hair all Summer long. I can?t even believe how fantastic it was. I use the shampoo and conditioner that they recommended and my hair has stayed straight for 2 months. I used to spend 30 minutes blowing my hair out ? only to still have waves and frizz. I now spend 10 minutes and have perfect hair all day. Additionally, the salon is clean, relaxing and the staff is lovely. I would recommend Christopher Stanley and Billy to anyone!

Pros: Excellent service, great salon

Cons: none

Posted 10/11/09

I have somewhere between curly and wavey hair but not a lot of it so I wanted to be able to do it myself. I presented myself to Stanley who was so nice and easy to work with.
He showed my how to do my hair, suggested where I might buy some great hair clips and how to take care of my very damaged hair. Next visit he turned me over to Peter who fixed the colour and again went over hair care with me. Peter made sure that when I left the salon, I was truly happy and so did Stanley. I then went back to Toronto where I followed their instructions and when I turned up three months later, I had, as Stanley had predicted nice undamaged hair. I would not let anyone but Stanley or Peter touch my hair for cut or colour again and for me that is a plane ticket.

Pros: they really took time with me

Cons: non that I can think of

Posted 09/28/09

Karen does the best blonde highlights of anyone I've been to in NYC. I highly recommend her and have never been disappointed with my color!

Pros: Blond Highlights

Posted 09/27/09

One night out at dinner two of my closest friends confronted me about my awful hair ? especially the color. Now if I told you who had been doing my cut and color for the past 4 years you would be SHOCKED to hear the name (a very well known stylist, think Martha). But thank God I have good friends that FINALLY told me it did not look good. One of them told me about her colorist and the other told me about her cutter (I think that?s what you would call him) and by chance, they worked at the same salon (I later found out that they go together? how sneaky!). So off to Christopher Stanley Salon I go and fall in love with Peter and Mauricio. They turned my streaky, dish-water blond, messed up layered mane into what I consider the MOST BEAUTIFUL, easy to care for, natural looking hair I have EVER had. They worked miracles ? I mean it. My hair feels like healthy locks and looks like I was BORN with this blond. I even went to far as to write Martha and tell her about these two? she needs to make the change and so should you!!! As Martha would say? ?It?s a good thing?? and Peter Ripley and Mauricio are certainly that!!!

Pros: I loved going to this salon

Cons: I didn't find them sooner!!!

Posted 09/03/09

A few years ago I noticed white streaks rather than strands of gray growing in. I went to several colorists who didn't know what to make of my unusual situation, and carelessly dyed my hair jet black no matter what color I requested. When I found Christopher I was so thankful. He patiently took the time to test a patch of my hair before deciding on a plan. Christopher continues to experiment with different shades, highlights etc. It all looks amazing! Christopher is not just an expert problem solver, he's an artist, as well.

Pros: My hair always looks great

Posted 08/30/09

Terrific color by Karen after searching the city. Veronica has finally tamed my weird and unruly wave pattern. Couldn't be happier.
The salon itself is lovely and the front desk folk are professional and welcoming.
An all over delightful experience.

Posted 08/23/09

Peter gained my trust right away by suggesting changes from my previous color and a technique that would save me money. I got so many compliments after Peter "fixed" my color; it was amazing to me that so many people noticed the difference. He is also a very nice, friendly person, and I enjoy my visits with him. I've been going to Noelle for years now, and she is fabulously talented. She knows how to cut curly hair well, she listens to you and gives good suggestions, and she is totally without pretention and really fun. Both Peter and Noelle make a great team for my hair!

Pros: coloring, cut, ambiance, curly hair, expertise

Posted 08/15/09

Needed a new perspective for my locks and read all of the amazing reviews and made my way down to see Noelle. She was very attentive and was very easy to talk to. The haircut is perfect...exactly what I asked for! I will be going back for many years to come! LOVE IT!

Pros: Relaxed Atmosphere, Friendly Staff

Cons: None

Posted 08/02/09

The Dynamic Duo team of Peter and Stanley is one everyone should try ? take it from me, the original hair snob. I?ve seen them for a few months and each time I?ve been happier than I have ever been with my cut and color in years. I?ve floated from hair god to hair god ? read about who the best is and gone to follow ? but when I asked a lady in Barney?s, of all places, who did her hair she immediately bragged about the geniuses at Christopher Stanley Salon. I wrote it down and was on my way. I was never even nervous about seeing someone new from the moment I was with them? they are a pretty great team.

Pros: Peter and Stanley

Cons: worth every penny

Posted 07/25/09

Maria, the colorist, is by far the best colorist around!! She is attentive, detail-oriented and delivers exactly what you want. She does not over/up sell and really is fantastic -- so personable too!

Pros: Fantastic customer service, friendly, and thorough

Cons: None

Posted 07/20/09

I don?t regularly write reviews for anything - but I just had to write one about Peter Ripley and this salon. I have never in my life been more pleased with my hair color or a salon experience as I have been here.

I walked in a bit anxious about having someone new do my hair, but was put in a place of calm serenity from the moment I walked up to the front desk - where the manager (or owner, I think) started telling me how wonderful Peter was and that I was in excellent hands. He directed me to all the write-ups about Peter in their window and to Cirysearch where I could read reviews about him. The moment I met my new colorist, I knew I was in for a wonderful experience. He greeted me with a smile and we sat for a while just talking about what I wanted (and didn?t want) in my hair color. He was calm, he was funny, he was real? and I now have real looking hair color. Really, the color is the most wonderful I?ve ever had and it doesn?t even look colored ? and if you?re like me, I?ve had some crazy color before.

Past experiences with hair colorist have never moved me to write about them ? but Peter Ripley delivers in such a huge way that I had to tell the world ? and especially New York City ? all about him. Thank you, Peter, you?ve made my year!!!

Pros: Peter Peter Peter - that's all I have to say

Posted 07/14/09

The junior colorist did an amazing job! He gave me exactly what I asked for and the price was very reasonable! I highly recommend Christopher Stanley.

Posted 07/12/09

After reading the reviews here on city search I decided to give the famed duo, Peter/Maurizio, a try. For the better part of a year now my hair has been it's healthiest.

Peter is a perfectionist when it comes to getting the color right for you. He has a long history with dyeing and color in the textile field and all his experience perfectly culminates into being an awesome hair colorist. I'm a brunette- but people believe I'm a natural redhead. :)

Maurizio will take into account the texture and health of your hair when consulting for your cut. The cut he gave me is so perfectly suited to my hair that I barely need to style it anymore unless i'm going for a specific look. Because I style it less it's gotten much healthier. I love the fact that I can now shower, put a small dollop of product in, and go. His cuts have allowed me to not only grow my hair, but have saved me time as well!

Posted 07/08/09

Maria is the best in the city for hair color. I found her several years ago, and have been hooked ever since. I was looking for hair color that was very natural. She is fantastic, she always listens to what I'm thinking and makes it happen.

Pros: Great hair color, time and time again. Nice salon space

Posted 07/07/09

I've bee a highlighted blode the majority of my life. Yet no one until Shane has been able to get just the right brightness without going too blonde and he's a doll to talk to as well. He's worth every penny.

Posted 07/01/09

Gotta tell ya... this guy is great! I've seen him a few times and it just gets better and better. Peter makes me laugh so that has something to do with it but really Ive never had such beautiful color - he really knows his stuff. My hair is healthier too... how that happens I don't know but then he sends me to Maurizio... best cut too. Where have these two been my whole life?

Pros: This salon is so friendly

Cons: I can't take Peter home with me...

Posted 06/30/09

I have been going to get my color by Peter for a few years now, and he never disappoints. I like to have a nice blend of high and lowlights, and he makes it look sooo good. Highly highly recommended!!

Posted 06/29/09

Have been coming here for several years and Noelle is simply the best cutter in NYC. In addition, the staff is super friendly and I've always had a great experience.

Pros: Friendly, low-key environment & staff.

Cons: None

Posted 06/23/09

mauriecio and peter are great. i walked out with my hair feeling and looking better than it ever did. i would highly recommend both of them.

Posted 06/18/09

I love the ashy color I've gotten from Peter. I've been to several salons in the city looking for a great colorist. I have dark hair and when I lighten it, it tends to get brassy. Sometimes bright orange! He did a great job on fixing all the different colors in my hair to one ashy brown color. As I was leaving the salon, I booked my next appointment!

Pros: Ashy Color

Posted 06/03/09

I?m very happy that I found Peter! He understood what I was looking to achieve after talking to me and the results are truly beautiful. I know my hair is in good hands now. I have been receiving compliments on my hair-color ever since...

Pros: atmosphere,professionalism, talent

Cons: none

Posted 05/24/09

Stanley has been my main man for over year. He freed me of my blow-dryer and I will be forever grateful.

Pros: friendly, no pretense, pro's

Cons: none

Posted 05/16/09

Peter Ripley is by far the most talented hair colorist in town. I?ve been to the ?so-called best? but I?m staying put with Peter who actually IS the best. He listened to me and gave me what I wanted. He was patient with me as I explained what I wanted (a huge change from my mousy blond) and he got the color that I showed him in a picture that I wanted? RIGHT ON THE MONEY! He explained what he was doing the whole time and I was never board? he?s very entertaining to boot! I highly recommend Peter for color and darling Mauricio for a cut. They make a great team.

Pros: He Listens and Delivers

Posted 05/15/09

Peter has been a godsend! I came to him with hair that was two different colors (growing out a bad dye-job) and he was able to blend them into one natural-looking color with highlights. Then later, when I needed the color tweaked a bit, he welcomed me with open arms and fixed it (for free!). He really listened and made sure that I got the look I wanted. Thanks, Peter!

Pros: Everything

Cons: None

Posted 05/13/09

I was recommended this place by a visitor. Perchance I walked in, and Noelle was available right at that moment for a cut and blow-dry. I loved her vibe, and she really understood my hair, which is fine and curly. I'm definitely going back!

Pros: Low-key atmosphere, great space

Posted 05/13/09

Had a great experience; fantastic color, friendly staff. My colorist was willing to take the time to find out what I was looking for. Will be back again!

Pros: Know their color

Posted 05/13/09

I always have problems achieving the perfect blond, not here!!! I told Shane I usually pick up orange tones...he totally got my color! He is amazing! I have the perfect mix of highlights and low lights. I will never see anyone else again!

Pros: Super friendly, and super attentive!

Cons: NONE

Posted 05/12/09

After a very long time with my hairdresser I tried this Hair Salon... I have never had as many compliments on both the color and style...
color me very happy with Shane and Noelle.....

Pros: downtown location

Posted 05/12/09

I asked a lady at work who does her color... she's coy and says it's natural... I know she's not being truthful, but I watch for 6 to 8 weeks and never see roots. So I ask again, "Really, who does your color? It's really amazing!". Finally she says, "It's natural... and I'll give you the name of the person who makes it look that way." I go to see Peter at this salon and fall in love. My non-descript brown hair turned into beautiful, shinny, dimensional rich brown that friends comment about now... and all I say is "It's natural!"... Peter Ripley is truly an brilliant artist with hair and I recommend him highly.

Pros: most fantatic, most beautiful COLOR EVER

Cons: I cannot think of one!

Posted 05/08/09

Peter always knows how to give me shiny, non-brassy highlights that make me feel fantastic.

Pros: Friendly staff

Cons: None

Posted 05/05/09

I have the kind of curly hair that everyone has always said "Oh, if I only had your curls" about. And finally, I know what they are saying. I've had my hair cut at the "curly hair" salons uptown -- you know who they are, and the one downtown. Uptown was tooo matronly, downtown was tooo snooty. But Stanley is just right! He knew exactly what I was looking for, and how to make it work for me. My hair is now easy, fun, funky and not frizzy. And, thanks to the salon's color training program, under Christopher's watchful eye, I have put down my root touch up brush and I let the pros keep my hair a luscious red brown. Now, whenever someone comments on my hair, I think "Thank you Christoper Stanley Salon."

Pros: Great Style/No Attitude

Cons: None

Posted 04/30/09

Really great, friendly service, and without all of the pretention. Cool, minimalist decor. Would recommend to others.

Posted 04/29/09

This place is nothing short of wonderful! I see Peter for color and Noelle for my cut. I've been to more salons in this city than I can count on two hands and have finally found my salon! Go and check it out for yourself, you will not be disappointed.

Pros: talented and friendly staff

Cons: none

Posted 04/23/09

In a city where pretension and high prices are often touted as indicative of skill and quality, one has reason to tip-toe trepidatiously into a New York salon. Well, friends, Christopher Stanley salon will certainly put any fear to rest.
First, Peter is certainly not your average stylist--as charming as he is talented, Mr. Ripley is truly 'a cut above.' (pun-ny). He gave me the most glorious, natural and effortless blond I have ever "worn." And, while he acknowledged the not-so hot brassy sheen I was rocking, he managed to do so with grace, and avoid the "omg girl who the f* does your hair" kind of attitude. His skill alon would have alone impelled my return, but on top of his adept coloring technique, Peter is perhaps the most charming hairdresser I have encountered. He and his assistant, a glorious pixie thing, made the appointment time fly by. His assistant avoided the go-to vapid chatter, and instead offered a refreshing example of what a beauty school student should be.
All and All, great color, great people, a wonderful experience.

Pros: great color, great people, nice atmosphere

Cons: price is not awful, this is New York.

Posted 04/02/09

Billy is amazing and always on point! This boy knows color! I always leave feeling refreshed. Definitely a colorist to watch for in 2009!

Pros: Apprentice program-great rates for a high end salon

Cons: None

Posted 04/02/09

A friend of mine told me about her colorist, Peter Ripley at this friendly little salon in Flatiron. I had been looking for a good colorist since my last one left for London and left me hanging. I had been to about 3 that just didn't get what I really wanted and fried my hair to a white blond and golden/orange roots... very bad and made me very sad. Peter took one look at my hair and started me on a journey of healthy, beautiful hair. The first session was amazing and I was so happy, but after my second time seeing him my hair feels and looks like REAL hair again. His thing is that he does not use bleach to make me blond... and he stopped changing my base which he says automatically makes hair yellow. I hate yellow and Peter makes sure there is NONE in my hair. He does not push product but makes sure I am using the right stuff to make it healthy. EVERYONE there is friendly and already knows my name. The front desk is wonderful and makes me feel like they have know me for years. I am so happy that I found Peter and this salon. Worth going downtown for feeling good about myself. Thank you so much, Peter.

Pros: Peter - Peter - and the Calm, Friendly people at this salon

Cons: Out of my way - but worth it

Posted 03/29/09

I was passing by and went in because I needed to change my look. I booked to have my hair highlighted and trimmed. I was a disappointed with the colour, and though I didn't want to complain, when I told my colourist, he was very gracious about the whole thing. He happily fixed my colour at no cost. I know this is standard procedure, but at the time I had no idea and was truly pleased that no one made a big deal out of it. The only strange part was that I had to go home with wet hair. Other than that, my colourist was great, my colour worked out, I was truly happy with the result and I will go back to have it redone. I was actually back there recently to have my hair blown out.

Pros: Colour hair very well

Cons: Cost (but that's New York)

Posted 03/29/09

I got my hair colored last week by Karen & it is amazing. I have never had so many compliments on my hair in my life. I recently switched salons because my colorist moved out of the state & I was freaking out. A friend of mine requested Karen & I am so happy she did. I like to keep my hair blonde & have never been able to get it to look this natural before.

Pros: Karen is a great colorist

Cons: What are the drawbacks?

Posted 03/28/09

I recently went to visit this salon looking for a new look. I decided to change my color ( i went for a light blonde) & I got a cute shabby cut w/ bangs. I was so happy with the whole look. I had Karen do my color (I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!! She came recommended by my friend & is seriously talented) & Veronica do my cut. I can't say enough how happy I am with the whole process, this is a great salon.

Pros: Great colorist

Cons: What are the drawbacks?

Posted 03/28/09

What can i say? I ve been coming to him since 2006 and I have not been able to get away from him. He is an amazing hair dresser, and really pays attention to everything you tell him. How you want your hair and how you dont want your hair, he would listen, and wont disappoint you. You will feel like you've gotta a good hair cut . Ever since i ve been coming to him, i'm so satisfied that i see him every few months.. :)

Pros: the best in town

Cons: none

Posted 03/27/09

I have been seeing Peter regularly for blond highlights the past 3 years. He is very passionate about color! The results are natural and always in line with the look we discuss before he gets started. He takes his work seriously, while simultaneously keeping me laughing and entertained for the 2+ hours I am in his chair. I love him to pieces and highly recommend him.

I have also been seeing Mauricio for more than 2 years for cuts. I have never been so happy with my cuts - ever! He is very talented, and even manages to give my fine limp locks great body and style. On top of that, he is a complete sweetheart.

Pros: They listen to what you want and have great suggestions

Cons: None!

Posted 03/26/09

Maria took plenty of time with me & knew what I needed for my super curly but fine & frizzy hair ... not only the right color but also best conditioning/styling tips (and I thought I'd heard them all...). I was delighted with the experience.

Pros: Really knowledgeable, friendly staff, professional

Cons: zero

Posted 03/21/09

It is rare that a day goes by that people don't stop me and ask about my color! I have the pleasure of working on my various shades of red with Christopher Gamper for the last 11 years! People always take notice to the different, unique shades of red and always ask where I get it done! Christopher is a exceptional colorist!

My stylist is Stanley, who knows his ways around a head of curls! He is very honest about his opinion of what needs to be done to enhance the curls and texture of your hair! Stanley is the best and you can count on styly that will last a very long time!

Besides Christopher and Stanley, the whole crew in the salon are always friendly and fun! I have continued with them because of the warm, wonderful service! Do yourself a favor and make an appointment!

Pros: Great colorist and stylist--best in the city

Cons: Umm....I don't know if they have one!

Posted 03/16/09

Peter has been coloring my brown hair for the last few years. He has done amazing work and people are noticing. Friends and family consistently comment on the color of my hair -- most think it is natural but I have slipped a few times as I want to spread the word. I also get my hair cut by Mauricio who is a master hair cutter!
Love the results, love the salon.

Pros: Best colorist in NYC!

Cons: nothing!

Posted 03/15/09