Reviews of Violet Hair Lounge (Barber Shop)

Joel V

Massaging bodies, takin' names.

Shawn Lamoureux

Best Salon in Town!

JHJ BKJ

Summer was nice, polite and professional. I love the haircut and the style she did afterwards, left the salon feeling very satisfied :D

Kallah Lloyd

Legit best hairdresser I've been to... And I've been getting my hair done for 20 years. Glad I found this place... Rockin the blonde!! Thanks Sabrina!!

Bianca Gignac

I don't normally leave reviews but I feel compelled as I've been going here for years! I have long hair, so I can get pretty picky about salons. After trying a bunch of places I feel like this is the best haircut in Nanaimo.

Charlotte Elliott

Beautiful, bright airy salon. OCEA lovely stylist, gorgeous cut and appreciated recommendations for next visit. Loving product i purchased !! Thanks ladies !

Luke Robertson

Great atmosphere and stylists who care about their craft and their tools. 10/10 would recommend

corleen fly

Violet Hair Lounge has such great atmosphere and stylists! I love the space and energy it has, I also just really respect the ethics of their business and the practices they put in place. Through Covid-19 they have held strong and done an incredible job managing the craziness with all the rules and guidelines, going above and beyond just for us! Xo!

Danny Nault

I started going to Violet Lounge a year ago when I moved to Nanaimo because they had online booking. I continued going because of the atmosphere, the location, and most of all because of my stylist Ocea. Not only is she an absolute delight, she knows how to cut my terribly thin, fine hair. 10/10 recommend Ocea and Violet Lounge.

Courtney murphy

I went twice and highly recommened. Sara and Sabrina did a great job with my hair. Very friendly and professional and upbeat.

Kenley Schmitz

Seen Jenica last week and got the most beautiful cut & colour. She was super sweet and helpful when consulting me for the finished product which ended up being absolute perfection ! Thanks again ❤️ also best scalp massage ever

Olga Davis

Amazing tech and service! Autumn was a friendly voice on the phone who took her time to find the right appointment for me. (Text and email reminders were great). Walking in, the space is very open and warm, lots of natural light and by design is very pandemic conscious. Very clean spaced apart stations and dividers where necessary, make you feel safe. Mary is an amazing person who is knowledgeable in her craft. Even though my appointment usually takes a few hours, they flew by with fun conversation and laughter. Mary is very efficient yet very detailed, no quality was sacrificed here. She understood what I wanted right away and have surpassed my expectations. If you are new in town, it is hard to trust a new stylist, but I feel like I've done the recon for you all and it is a great place with people you can trust! Can't wait for my next appointment!

Megan White

Summer did an amazing job on my hair and really listened to what I wanted. Beautiful salon as well!

Angie McGeachy

Sabrina is my go-to. Whenever I'm looking for a drastic change, she gets it perfect everytime. She's attentive and honest; great at telling me what will and will not work for my face. The salon also has a great vibe and a happy atmosphere. I absolutely recommend.

Alessandro Morelli

Lovely place, lovely vibe... My wife loved my new style too! Thanks Sabrina!

Savanna Kehler

I get compliments on my hair all the time and I alway say “I’ll let my hairstylist know!” With the right products and cut I love that I can just wash and wear. Sabrina has always treated me well

Kenny Street

Mary's the best hairstylist around!!!

Bobbi Hilborn

Violet Hair Lounge is literally the best hair salon in Nanaimo! Summer did my hair and I am so pleased with the results! I got baby lights / balayage and a trim. I am extremely picky with how my hair is done, and am usually never satisfied with the results, but with Summers work I was pleasantly surprised! She was so personable and we talked the whole time which is also a rarity for me while getting my hair done. Many people have asked me where I got my hair done and I have been recommending they go here and ask if Summer can do it for them. So so pleased, thank you so much for your patience and kindness Summer, I really appreciate it! The rest of the staff were also really great, the whole vibe is overall wonderful.

Victoria MacPhail

Had a great first experience here last week! Sabrina did an awesome job, she was happy to teach me how to use new products and how to style my hair, so helpful! Will definitely be returning.

Trevor Coles

I stumbled into VHL after finding out my regular barber wasnt available , I was unsure if they would even accept me without an appointment. I was greeted with the biggest smile and kindest of welcomes by a lady named Mary. She said they would accept me if they had any open slots ( which they did not) I was in panic mode because I had an important event the next morning in Vancouver and wouldn't have time to get a trim anywhere else. The lovely Mary scanned the computer looking for an opening and finally decided she would slip me in (even though she had a client coming in at any moment) and proceeded to sit me down wash my hair and gave me one of the best cuts I have ever received . Most other places would have turned me away in a heartbeat but thanks to kind professionals like Mary, my experience at this salon was lovely and I would highly recommend this business not just because of the pleasant atmosphere but the dedication and willingness of their staff. Thank you Mary and Violet Hair Lounge, best haircut ever.????????????

Shari Gignac

Always a great experience. I have been coming here since forever. Professional and exceptional service. Lovely atmosphere...lovely everything....My best hair cut ever and the best salon downtown Nanaimo.

Veronique Joncas

I recently got my hair done at this salon by Brittany and she was absolutely phenomenal. I had just met her yet she treated me as though we had known each other for years. She was very attentive, patient and understanding of me being particular with my hair. She wanted to make sure that I absolutely loved it and was happy with it more than anything else. The owner was also very nice and accommodating. Plus - BONUS - I got 20% off since it was my first time! Was a nice surprise :). Highly recommend the salon and highly recommend Brittany!

Kristen Eakins

Awesome first time at this salon - Summer was personable and did a fantastic job on my hair. Will definitely be back :)

Yeva Mattson

Ocea was amazing! The first time I tried short hair was a nightmare due to the style but Ocean chopped off over a foot of hair and gave me an amazing cut that I absolutely love. Friendly, welcoming, and professional.

Eileen Garvey

Good Hair Dressers and very friendly

Luwan Walsh

I absolutely dread going to hair dressers cause I'm always afraid to speak up and tell them how I want my hair, I usually let them do whatever they think is best. I saw Sarah several months back and I just keep thinking of how much I want to go back to get my hair done again! She was so great and she could totally read me and visualize how I wanted my hair to look! It was the best experience I ever had! I'm looking to go even lighter with my hair and I'm hoping I can get in again one of these days to do it! Thanks so much Sarah, you are awesome!

Lorraine Semple

This salon is awesome. Summer is an amazing stylist. She never disappoints. She is straight forward and has amazing knowledge of her craft. She has corrected a bad color and an even worse cut that I came to her with. I love that she is consistent with her cuts and color. So appreciative of this salon and this stylist.

Kim Ross

This is by far the best Salon I have ever been to. The staff is amazing! I love the relaxed atmosphere and my haircut and lowlights are perfect every time! I would highly recommend Violet Hair Lounge!

Deirdre Mann

Sabrina is awesome! She asked me a lot of questions about how I do my fine thin lifeless hair myself then gave me a super cut and showed me how to make my hair appear bouncy and full. Truly the best hair salon experience I have ever had☺

Galen Loven

Great work

Cindy Clark

Such awesome staff..love my hair..many many compliments..love the Christmas cheer

Giovanna Asaro

Everyone here was so nice and I loved my brows and haircut. Def recommend!

Jennifer Manson

Loved my experience here! I was with Mary. I have extremely long hair and I havent been to a professional stylist in atleast 10 years. Mary is very welcoming, easy going, and an artist! I didnt know what to expect but she nailed it! Very clean salon, would highly recommend!

Terry Tolmie

I love this place. Staff are wonderful especially my stylist Sarah. I have never left without a wonderful cut. She is excellent in every way.

Sunny Mizushima

Friendly, talented staff and nice atmosphere. The cost was very reasonable and quality/service was excellent. Will absolutely return and recommend. They even sell hair product in refillable bottles! Thank you Ocea, for the lovely haircut!

Aaron Lehigan

Haircut and dye job was amazing. Very friendly place

Julia Metrowich

I was looking for a place to go to dye my hair blonde for months, I found this place and did not regret it! Summer was friendly and listened to exactly what I wanted, it turned out so much better than I could have hoped for. My hair is stubborn and has not had a history of lifting well, but Summer took the time to go above and beyond to get it to the tone and cut that I wanted. If you're looking for a great experience with a wonderful atmosphere and amazing results, go here!!

Justin Jordan

Great place with lovely people able to do a consultation for you free of charge to let you know if your hair will take colour if it's been previously coloured great vibe and lovely little place

EmJ Corbett

My stylist Sabrina recommended I try the Cezanne smoothing service. I absolutely love it, my hair has never been so tame and manageable before! I think I’m hooked, I will definitely have it done again! Thank you Sabrina and Violet Hair Lounge for letting me leave happy and beautiful every time :)

Disa Hamilton

I previously had my hair dyed professionally at an outrageous cost by a salon in North Vancouver and it definitely was not what I was hoping for. AFTER consulting with Tammy and having her suggest how I fix my brass and orange tone stripy highlights I was overly excited how it turned out. She is incredibly talented and I would recommend her to anyone!! Not only is her aim to have you love your hair she is a perfectionist and wants to love it as much for herself! I will defiantly be back to see her again!

Medina Mayes

One of the finest Hair/Esthetics Salons in Nanaimo. Great cuts, colors and esthetician’s. I always look forward to a visit where I am treated in a comfortable, friendly and professional manner. I highly recommend this Salon.

Erica Cottini

Love this salon! I have had different stylists each time depending on availability and I would trust any one of them with my hair. Always leave with hair that I love, and they always listen to exactly what I want! Can't say enough good things about Violet Hair Lounge and the talent of their stylists. Also worth noting- I am always smiling and laughing throughout my appointment, great vibe.

Heather Sherwood

Summer was great. Listened to exactly what I wanted and it turned out better than I could have imagined. Very knowledgeable and personal.

Bre M

Love going to Violet Hair Lounge! It is such a warm and friendly space. Fantastic stylists who really know their stuff from colour, to cut, to style. I have been to a few stylists here and there is always so much attention to detail. I get compliments on my colour and cut all the time and always feel trust in the stylists here. Won't go anywhere else! Love the variety of modern products they have too. Some great little gift ideas especially at this time of year. This salon is amazing, highly recommend!

robyn letnick

Alexandra is the BEST! Somehow she manages to cut your hair so that it looks amazing, polished and stylish when you leave the salon AND you are able to recreate that style day-to-day. For once I don't need to fight with my hair to get it to look salon perfect! I went to Alex for a long pixie cut and it was even better than I imagined. She made my hair have volume and it was so easy to style at home and have it look just as good. She cut my hair again today and I love it. I told her to be creative and do whatever would look good and I'm happy I left the style up to her . Definitely book with Alexandra :D

Ellen Lauder

Just had my hair styled and coloured by Summer at Violet Hair Lounge. Wow! I felt fabulous after I left with with gorgeous blond balayage highlights and a fabulous, flattering cut. It helps that the salon uses environmentally friendly processes (ask about it!) Summer really listened to me and made excellent suggestions. I'll be back and I'l bring my daughters, too. Thanks Summer!

Leah

Excellent customer service with thoughtful kindness in these trying times. Thank you so much for the personal delivery of hair products to my home. I may be stuck at home but at least I’ll have fabulous hair! I’ve never visited the salon but I can’t wait to come in for a cut!

Janelle Wilson

I have never walked out of here feeling anything less than spectacular! Angie, Sarah, and Sabrina will make your hair look and feel 10x better than you could ever imagine. They are eco-friendly and use/sell awesome organic products which is such an awesome bonus. Highly recommended!!

Marianne Robinson

Truly the best hair experience I've ever had. I usually hate my hair as soon as I get home, but not this time. Comments like "Way Cute" surely helped. Sabrina gave me lots of tips on how to achieve the look I wanted. She really is amazing!

Tlell Larose

Summer has been my hair dresser for years and has come up with all my favorite styles. People lose their minds over her color combos and I recommend her almost daily. Can't wait to be back in her chair!

Marrianne Landry

The stylist I saw didn’t know how to texturize and thin the ends of my thick hair into a straight across cut so it didn’t look blunt and bulky on the ends. I’ve had this done well by many stylists in my day, so I would say she was lacking skills even though I asked to see a “master stylist.” I’m not happy with my cut. UPDATE: I work long hours during the week, and when I asked for another stylist or the owner to come do a corrective cut on the weekend, they refused saying I could only get it corrected by Mary, the one who cut it in the first place, or come in on a weekday. I think the owner should have stepped up.

The Family

I got my hair done by Mary, I asked to see someone who could do blonde amazing and she did not disappoint ! She was so sweet, asked me the whole visit if I needed anything , she was very professional and polite. And the work she did was amazing ! She gave my hair life . And I’m so so happy. Thank you to the salon and thank you majorly to Mary for saving my nightmare of a hairstyle!

Montserrat Rodeja

Couldn't be more happy! I'm not a local and was looking for a haircut and color. So glad I found Violet hair lounge while I was walking around.. good vibes, quiet ambience and my hairstylist Ocea was amazing, very professional and she did my hair as she knew me for a long time, I got many compliments about her job. I'm sure she'll be very successful on her field. Thanks Ocea, I'll remember you!!