OK, so, the last couple haircuts at my regular barbershop left my less then thrilled. My usual hairdresser had left, and his replacements weren’t, uh, cutting it. I needed a change, but wasn’t ready to roll the pricey dice yet on an expensive salon.
Thankfully, Trim Hair Salon in Venice came to the rescue – practically beckoning me to give them a shot with their money-saving 1st timers deal – only $20.00. That price, by the way, is for the full salon experience. Let’s be clear – this isn’t a barbershop. It’s a casual, but upscale, salon located in the heart of the Venice's Abbot Kinney district, and only blocks from the beach. When I came in I was greeted with my choice of a complimentary wine or Diet Coke. I waited only mere moments in the comfortable lounge until my hairdresser, Dina, came to take care of me. She was polite and, thankfully, she was talented – after my shampoo, scalp massage, haircut, and style, I left more satisfied with my new ‘do then I had been in months.
The most important thing to note here is I wasn’t treated like a cheapskate, but rather, with the upmost attention. After all, this twenty-dollar offer is Trim’s way of enticing you to be a regular. If you become one, know that men’s haircuts are raised to the standard rate of $45.00, women $65.00. Or maybe you’ll note the style they give you, like I did, and be able to better describe what you want for your next haircut elsewhere.
I know many of you have your regular hairdresser, and leaving them for another salon is akin to breaking up a marriage. However, if the beauty budget has taken a beating this month because, say, you just had to buy those expensive jeans… maybe taking advantage of Trim’s deal this once
will help redress the balance?
Trim Salon
1424 Abbot Kinney, Venice, 90291
310-396-3330
Cost: $20.00 + gratuity.
Note: Street parking is free and plentiful on Abbot Kinney and surrounding streets - even on weekends. Trim is a full service salon, offering highlights, coloring, and nail treatments for an additional cost.

Comments