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Van Michael Miami Salon
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
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18 reviews for Van Michael Miami Salon
Absolutely fabulous.
I just moved to Miami last week and had no idea where to go for a very much needed cut + color. Not that there weren't tons of options, but Van Michael, like myself, hails from Atlanta and I hoped for a little southern comfort at this salon. Phew! It was fantastic - very laid back atmosphere and lots of laughing by clients and stylists alike, which made me feel even more comfortable and happy. My colorist was Summer and when presented with a mess of over-processed blonde on my head, she gave me a few options. I chose the one that would be a 'work-in-progress' and she cleaned up my roots and took out great heaps of brass from my little mop. It looked great - more natural, and less "Girls Next Door" as she put it. She was supersweet and an ATLien, like yours truly. Loved her.
Dino was my haircuttah. After watching him go to work on a few women while Summer foiled me out, I felt really good about what was coming out of his chair. We talked about what I was hoping for and what he thought was possible and then he set to work. He worked quietly and I was confused by what was happening with the blowdrying but then the pomade came and suddenly I had this fabulous little style that was better than anything I could have dreamed up! I could not have been happier with the funky & versatile bob he gave me - and so happy I didn't look like a 'mom'. I literally jumped out of my seat and hugged the guy. :) Then he gave me pointers on the mysterious drying techniques and how to achieve this new, supercute look. And gained himself a new regular.
Yes, I will be back for more. $107 for cut ($42) and color ($65). What a freaking deal!
I've been frequenting Aveda salons for quite sometime and was excited to find one on the beach. I got my hair cut here my Dino and was let down after reading all the reviews. It was a sturday and had a similar experience as Sabrina. He seemed in a rush and basically just ended up with a trim. I was so sad that I didn't get my head rub :( it's always my favorite part of getting my hair cut at Aveda places....so I don't know if he was overbooked or what. He was nice, and everyone at the place was polite. I'm still trying to decide if I want to go back or try somewhere else.
I was greeted at Van Michaels with hot tea and a stack of magazines. The salon is small but the personal attention is amazing. And how about that scalp massage...feels so nice! After years of sporting the same long waves do I decided to go short and sleek with Siobhan, my new stylist. Love her and love those prices! My hair cut with blow dry was $60.
This place is great. Everyone is really sweet and courteous. The receptionist is always cheery and it's a pleasure to to go there.
I've had my hair done by both Dino and Levi and I recommend them both.
The price cannot be beaten ($40 for cut and blowdry)!
You just have to voice exactly what you want and if you can, bring a picture. They are great at listening to what you want.
I think it's a nice touch that they offer drinks while you wait. Also, they use all Aveda products and explain to you what they're using.
They suggest which you should buy but don't really push it to the point it's annoying or anything.
I paid a visit to Van Michael this past Friday and had a good experience. Had my haircut done by Dino...and yes it looked nice, but I would have wanted the layers to be more emphasized....it wasn't the best haircut I've had...but it was ok. It seems as though he was on a hurry....so I don't know..maybe I caught him on a bad day.
The person I was truly pleased with was Fabiola...she is the one who did my eyebrows..she was excellent!..she took her time, and the final result was excellent...she even gave me a mini make up session and I left the salon looking radiant. I would definitely go back to her for eyebrows.
Hair cut /blowdry and eyebrows = $75... awesome price!
A plus about the salon is that they are open on Sundays from noon until 7pm.
I just got my hair cut here. The service is amazing, the receptionists are extremely accommodating and very nice. They have three levels of stylists: new talents, junior talents and senior talents. I was kind of in a rush to get my hair cut today and since I only made my appointment this morning, just took whatever time and person I could get. Rob, a new talent ($35 starting for a cut), was my stylist. I wanted something like Rihanna or Pink and ended up with something more like Adam Lambert, but it's growing on me. Even though the haircut was not the exact one I wanted, I have to say I had a good experience and it was very decently priced. They massage your head before they wash it, which is a nice touch and Rob was nice and fun. I would definitely consider going back, perhaps I'll try one of the other new talents.
REVIEW ON AVEDA ONLY:
It's good to have a place for Aveda products on Lincoln Road. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, testers available for sampling, great hours and salon.
However, I enjoyed more shopping for Aveda products at Avanti on Purdy Avenue in Sunset Harbor than at this location partly because of the ambience and also partly because of the clearer demarcation between the store and the salon/spa.
Here I was this hair victim of a baffling salon tragedy. And right there as I crossed the street, there was Van Michael, open on a Sunday?!
I met with a friend on South Beach and a couple of hours later we walked by Van Michael and it was still open, I decided this was a sure sign that I must go in and ask them about my hair.
I was greeted as soon as i stepped in and as I recounted my hair horror story I was reassured they could help. Within a few minutes I was sitting in Dino's chair and he was advising me on options.
Yes, yours truly had to go even shorter and a lot of hair was lost but in the end, he performed a miracle.
It wasn't till later that I learned Dino is part of the Van Michael's New Talent Team that work on Sundays. So let me get this straight, a new, fresh, talented stylist, opened on Sunday, and at a special New Talent rate?!?!
See they were right, dreams do come true. =)
AWESOME place! Great prices. Taylor does a great job with highlights. She is so friendly and very helpful. She'll suggest what fits best for you! Rob, the New Talent stylist is a hottie and adorable. He did a great job with my style. $35 for a cut, blow dry and style. Hello! Where else can you find that!? And in the heart of South Beach! Highlights (including low lights) with cut and style= $135. Great deal. Def. going back in 6 weeks!
After a second visit, I realized that V.M.'s "new talent" should be considered "raw talent"!
When it comes to color, Stephanie has gotten it right on the money both times. She's given me a light and natural look for my very dark brown (with some grey) hair.
As for my cut, Dino worked his magic with the scissors. Dino was able to give me a modern-bob with a little bit of an edge to it.
I wanted a drastic make-over when I walked in and I got it. I've received so many compliments from their work--they deserve all the accolades I can give them. I also left just as pleased after my second visit.
I rarely stay with the same colorist or hairstylist for a long time, but these two will be seeing plenty of me and anyone else I can recommend them to!
I love Taylor for color. She's sweet as can be, adorable and does a great job.
OK - so I got a sort of unfortunate cut from Levi - but it's actually growing on me. I still think he has more attitude than is strictly necessary, but he's not a terrible stylist for the price. I'm still not sure if I'll go back to him - mostly because the cut I expected is not the cut I have, even if I don't hate it anymore.
I do hear good things about Jessica and Greer, but they are more $$...probably worth it in the long run.
I love this place! I was recommended by a friend and I was hoping it wasn't going to be the ultra-SoBe poseur experience where I would feel hopelessly unsophisticated and uncomfortable. To the contrary, I was made to feel at home immediately I walked in. Everyone was so nice. My colorist, Taylor, is THE BEST! She put me right at ease immediately. She did my high and lowlights exactly as I wanted and she was so incredibly nice. My hair looks and feels great. The condition afterwards was terrific, no breakage at all.
I can't wait to go back. Taylor rocks!
There's only one person I let come at my head with a pair of scissors, and that's Jessica at Van Michael. She knows exactly what I like and when I leave, I feel like a brand new person--with fabulous hair. When my locks made an odd and unwanted transition from stick straight to curly (I'm blaming it on prolonged exposure to humidity and hormones) Jessica quickly gave me a tutorial on how to deal with my newly non-straight hair and set me up with the supplies I needed to feel human again. That's what makes her more than just a stylist, she's a friend, a friend with whom you'd entrust your lovely locks.
Jessica is just one of the Van Michael family members I adore. When my brows get bushy, I head right over to Siobhan for a little restoration. And Siobhan gets it right every time. Plus she, as well as the other staffers, as just as cute and courteous as can be.
When it comes to Color, Cynthia is your go-to girl. She taught me about chocolate number 5 and now not only is it my favorite sweet treat, it's also my favorite shade.
If all salons were this great, I don't think any of us would have bad hair days. When it comes to Van Michael, I'm a customer for life.
I just moved here and needed a stylist that I trusted. I went here strictly based on Yelp reviews and I'm so glad I did. Taylor was great and had my hair's health in her best interests. She gave me some really nice low lights and high lights that turned out beautiful. She also recommended some products to get my hair healthy again. I will definitely be back!
I would just like to say that I am in love with Dino!! He is absolutely amazing..and this is coming from someone that has had a million haircuts and hated more than half of them.
I was visiting South Beach for work, when I realized I hadn't had my hair cut in almost 4 months. It was definitely time, my ends were feeling pretty frazzled, my layers had grown out, and I was in desperate need of an update. I have been growing out my hair for almost 2 years, so the last thing I wanted was to lose any length. I was really worried about going to just anyone, but after reading the reviews I decided to visit Van Michael.
I made an appointment with Dino and took off an hour from work to get a trim. I wanted to add some edgier bangs and keep the long wavey look I've been attempting to acheive the entire time I've been growing out my hair. Dino was careful not to take off much of the length. I've had slight layers before, but he did something amazing to make my hair a wavey wonderful mess. I walked out paying only $40 bucks (plus tip) and wishing I could stuff Dino in my suitcase for the next time I want my hair to look and feel fabulous.
Siobhan is the absolute BEST!!!! I moved out of state and i still travel back there to see her because I don't trust anyone else with my hair.
I've got eyebrows that can reach Ernie-from-Seasame-Street proportions. They are unruly, grow as quick as Sea Monkeys and I have no clue as to how to shape them myself. I've gone through a slew of aestheticians whom usually rip off 95% of my hair and leave me with way-too-thin brows. With that said, when I come across a GREAT eyebrow waxer, I'd like to share the love. So I reccommend Shioban at Van Michael salon on SoBe. She waxes, plucks and trims eyebrows REALLY well. And the price is just right at $18. Yeah, parking's a bitch, but the perfect brow is worth it.
I really love Van Michael Salon. They have reasonable rates especially considering that it is on Lincoln Road. The staff is super friendly and always helpful but I keep coming back because of Siobhan. Siobhan is absolutely amazing at both styling my hair and my eyebrows. I have never looked as good!
