Lindsay "Staunch Woman" J.'s Profile
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I sent in an email to the general booking inbox provided on their website around mid May. I received a response almost immediately from a 'Clifford Gillard' (I only know this from the Gmail address that responded to me, he never introduced himself), stating that if I could write him back 'at the end of the summer' he would have a better idea of what the fall booking would look like, since they were going to be undergoing some renovations.
I waited...and waited...until August. I wrote back. And I have been continuing to write back. With no response. It's the last week in September now. My birthday is in mid October.
Needless to say, this birthday girl is taking her cash and her party elsewhere.
If you're thinking of booking a party or an event at Victory Grill, go ahead-- email away. Just don't expect a response.
(512) 318-2790
Austin Home Contractor
Category:
Contractors
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)
I sent in a quote request through Tex's website, then was contacted via phone by Scott, the owner. He came out a few days later and consulted with my boyfriend and I as to what exactly needed to be done. He even helped me choose a shade based upon the current color of my front door, since I didn't want that to change at all.
Tex's contracted workers showed up on time and were completely finished at 5 PM when I was arriving home from work. They left a ton of spare paint in the color I chose so that I could go back and do spot-work later on, should I need to do so.
It really doesn't get any easier than that. And the work looks great.
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 968-2835
Avenue Five Institute
Categories:
Hair Salons,
Day Spas,
Cosmetology Schools
My latest find at Avenue Five is Justine, an intuitive student who rolls with the changes I want to make each time I come in and seems to understand my aesthetic better than any student I've encountered at the school. I never want her to graduate.
Still only four stars because the music in there has gotten almost unbearable. As I said when I was in last appointment, "there is absolutely nothing edgy or hip about John Secada followed by a two-year-old P!nk song." Just give me some gay bar dance music and we're good.
4 Previous Reviews:
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11/16/2010
Shoooooot, I have a new 'do and a new favorite student! Ember colored my hair on Saturday and did an amazing job. She was extremely quick (I was in and out in under two hours), and styled my hair just the way I like it, but better. I've never immediately booked a follow up after an appointment at Avenue Five, but I did this time!
I'm leaving my rating to four stars for now because I haven't received a cut from Ember yet. I have very high hopes, though. -
4/9/2010 ROTD 6/14/2010
One of the owners of Avenue Five asked that I come back in after my abrupt appointment cancellation, so I did, happily. Once again, I am thoroughly pleased with the experience I had, and adored my stylist, Jaclyn. I knew we were going to hit it off right from the get go. I'm a redhead, and it can be very difficult, and sometimes a little scary trying to select a red/copper/violet shade combination that is going to work and match the previous one. It was a collaborative effort between Jaclyn, her instructor, and myself, and I like that they listened to my concerns and addressed them before beginning.
I only have a few critiques: the color was not completely removed from my scalp around my face (not sure if any protector was used) and my blowout could have been a little more artful, but I'm still happy. What I have today is a bright, shiny new shade on my head, and Jaclyn has another notch in her belt towards becoming a pro. Well done. -
2/18/2010
My appointment was canceled the day-of.
I used to work at a local massage school in the internship clinic, so I do understand that sometimes students get sick, or they have personal emergencies, but we always did everything possible to replace the appointment slot with someone who could come in instead. I was notified at 10 AM that there was no possible way for my 6 PM appointment to be covered.
I guess that's just one of the downfalls to booking with a school. -
9/16/2009
After my last experience at Avenue 5 I Tweeted, "I never thought a beauty school could make me so happy!"
I've been twice now, both times for a single-process dye job and the first time I got a cut as well. I don't think I'd be as brave to try this place is what I needed done was highlights. But since I am now a redhead, I decided to go for it. I'm so happy I did! The students are very closely monitored by their instructors, and are very cautious about the decisions they make. Everything is discussed with you throughout the process.
One thing to mention: make sure you have plenty of time set aside. Both times I was at Avenue 5 for nearly 3 hours, and as I said earlier, the second time was only for dye, not even a cut. 3 hours. That said, my color looks AMAZING, and I'd always prefer a stylist to take their time than to rush through an appointment. The first time, when I received a cut as well, I thought it looked awesome, and I even learned a new way of blowing out my bangs!
For $25 plus tip, I think I look pretty damn hot (please see my attached picture). Plus, I have the peace of mind that I'm still putting quality products on my hair rather than horrible, harsh box dye. I highly recommend giving these ambitious students a shot.
I'm having major regrets about not buying more when I was in last, as the selection and lines are different at the American Zaras than the European ones.
Listed in: A Texan in the UK
It's a shame, because the decor is fun and bright, and the service was attentive. I guess I should've know better than to try to eat pre-cut sushi rolls and less than fresh pieces of nigiri.
Just say No.
Listed in: A Texan in the UK
Cardiff CF10 3RB
UK
+44 29 2023 7997
Cardiff Castle
Category:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
The castle apartments are really beautiful, and I was also impressed with the artistry on the clock tower.
My fear of heights was tested in walking up the somewhat rickety staircase that lead to the lookout tower on the castle itself, but the view was a fantastic pay-off.
Lots to see, lots to hear and read about. Lovely on a clear day.
Listed in: A Texan in the UK
London WC2H 9LJ
UK
+44 20 7813 2233
Belgo Centraal
Category:
Belgian
Neighborhood: Covent Garden
From the weird, sunken underground trail to the dining rooms to the massive beer selection, to the waitrons in Belgian costume, we had a delicious meal.
Bonus: healthy and tasty children's menu plates.
Listed in: A Texan in the UK
London W2 1TR
UK
+44 20 7723 8671
Rose Court Hotel
Categories:
Hotels,
Bed & Breakfast
Neighborhood: Paddington
The hotel is very convenient to Paddington Station (three blocks at the most) and there is free wi-fi in the downstairs lobby/sitting room area. The wi-fi did not reach up to our room, unfortunately.
Our room was on the small side, but the ceilings were nearly 12 feet tall, and our balcony doors opened up onto a charming garden square.
Maybe the smallest hotel bathroom known to man, but it was fine and workable.
Would I spend an entire week here? Probably not. Would I spend one night here again in a pinch? Absolutely.
Listed in: A Texan in the UK
London WC2E 8HD
UK
+44 20 7836 3327
Fred Perry
Category:
Men's Clothing
Neighborhood: Strand
I found a simple, black and white polo shirt in my size, and the salesclerk went into the back and brought out a brand new, never worn shirt in my size for me to purchase and take home with me.
Once the salesperson saw my Texas driver's license, we chatted a bit about SXSW and Austin.
I couldn't have had a better experience. Well done!
Listed in: A Texan in the UK
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Server: Helpful, honest, easy-going, and playful.
Eats: Simple perfection. No surprises, but satisfying and elegant. Escargots, steak frites, porkchop, and haricots verts were all exactly what I wanted and a bit more.
Surroundings: Sexy haunted mansion in Paris, 1936. Flickering, Bates Hotel-like neon sign out front. Hearing a pop or scratch from the vinyl on the turntable was comforting and sweet to my ears. Everything from the Rolling Stones to Bill Withers. Cacophonous, once the place started to fill up, but I was in a romantic bubble for two at that point.
I was there on a Sunday night around 6:30 PM, and there was no wait for a table at all, either for inside or outside. No idea if this is the norm, but it was the case for us.
It will of course take a second outing to Justine's to determine whether or not we were in a perfect storm the night we dined there, but I will be back, no question about that.