Riaro Hair Salon-AVEDA concept
Houston, TX 77098
Phone: (713) 520-9284
04/21/2008 Posted by ddsell
You know how you see those makeover shows on tv, where the subject goes to a stylist, who listens to what the client wants, gives some advice, and then works magic? Well, up until now I didn't know if there was a stylist like that in Houston. I called Riaro after reading the salon's reviews, and I was greeted by a fantastic receptionist. She listened, told me who it sounded like I should meet with first, and answered all of my questions- I felt like I was talking to a friend. I arrived , and I'll admit it's pretty sparse- one of the negative reviews gripes about the setting, and I can understand that it's one that wouldn't appeal to everyone, but I wasn't there to look at pretty rooms. I met Keelan and I was surprised by how "normal" he was- very down to earth, friendly, warm, but not over the top. We talked a lot, and he was really sweet. The most significant thing I noticed, however, was that he was really in to his work. I could see his mind working out how he was going to cut my hair, and I could also see that he was excited about bringing his vision to life. I learned that his interests in styling hair are genuine, and he is a true professional. The end result was the best haircut I have ever had in my life. It looked great, got tons of compliments, and looks good two months later despite the fact that it involved a lot of shaping. I've had other stylists do what they called "layering" to my hair, but after seeing his end result, it turns out hat Keelan was right when he said it would look good when he did it his way. My only fear is that Houston will eventually become to boring to him and we'll lose him to a cooler more fashion-forward locale- that would be a shame! I live over an hour away, and I fully intend to go back to Riaro and Keelan for my future hair cuts. As far as the negative reviews of this location go, I want to reassure any of you that both Keelan and Riaro are quite competent, professional, and worthy of your giving them a try!
Pros: True professionals who know what they are doing and are into style
Cons: First-timers may be intimidated by the "cool" setting- Don't be!
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