This Belltown salon boasts a defiant, DIY haircare ethos with supplies for creating looks Mother Nature never intended.
(206) 462-3334
2018 First Ave
(Virginia Street)
Seattle,
WA
98121
47.6113
-122.3427
Neighborhoods: Pike Place Market, Downtown
Hours:
Sun-Tue 11am-8pm
Wed 11am-9pm
Thu 9am-10pm
Fri-Sat 9am-9pm
Vain Wholesale
Last updated 8.10.09
What People Are Saying About Vain
The Owner
Vain
Owner
VAIN is a hair salon, a boutique, an art gallery and a community space in downtown Seattle committed to supporting individual style and self-expression in a creative and dynamic environment. At VAIN, we recognize and accept our responsibility for influencing people's perceptions about themselves and their bodies. VAIN works to disrupt unrealistic and harmful beauty standards within the industry by expanding the definitions of beauty and style. We deliver cutting edge style in a comfortable, fun and empowering way that remains focused on the individual. Fueled by our founder Victoria's…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Since 1996, Victoria Gentry and her crew have guided Seattleites in dyeing, color correction and deep conditioning, along with bohemian-chic cuts, unique hair extensions and creative updos. The Belltown store and salon carries edgy clothing and accessories designed by local artists and stocks a smorgasbord of professional products, from high-end Sebastian goop to down-and-dirty developer in a plain brown bottle. Staff members are delighted to enlighten customers regarding the perfect chemical cocktail for super-styley hair and warn about potentially hair-frying concoctions.…
11/09/09
Do yourself a favor and go see KELLY!!!
by heidikl at Citysearch
I have never been treated with such understanding until I met Kelly. She really took the time to understand the haircut and color I wanted and also made it so much better than I could have imagined. I have never had a stylist do that..they usually always acted like the got me but never did..Kelly wasn't afraid to ask me questions before she just went ahead and she made me feel so comfortable..
So Vain and Kelly have made me believe that amazing hair does exist if you find someone that gets it..and Kelly gets it.So do yourself a favor and get your hair done by Kelly..SHE IS AMAZING..KELLY!!!THANK YOU..
- Pros: KELLY works their, amazing salon
10/20/09
I love this hair Salon and Great Haircut from Alexis
by Shaga at Citysearch
The staff lady was so nice when I called to make an appointment. I told her I've never been to Vain before and I'm asian with curly long hair. She immediately recommended me to several hair stylist that would do good on what I want. I decided to go with Alexis to have the hair cut. For sure she was amazing. First, she shampoo my hair with something that smells fantastic and minty, and then gave me a head and neck message. I was totally relax afterward. Then she gave me the great hair cut that I wanted!!!! Like I said I'm asian with with long curly hair and lots of it!! She work on my hair in detail for a long time. Cutting my hair is not easy, having it to look good is even harder. Anyways I love the hair cut and Good Job! I will be back again and recommend this hair salon and Alexis to my friends!!
- Pros: Nicest Staff, Reasonable Price for a Good Hair Cut!
- Cons: Need to arrive early if you want cheap street parking.
10/02/09
Best Haircut in town... and nicest staff
by james hallington at Citysearch
We recently moved to Seattle and have been trying a number of different hair stylists around town. Both my fiance and I have settled on Vain and more specifically Sam.
First of all, the space they use is really interesting. Sam was telling me last time that it was one of the original Nirvana gig spaces or something and the building obviously has a lot of history.
The front staff is really helpful and they always have good music playing. I would say that they should have a little better selection of non-style magazines for men but that is just a really picky small thing.
We both have been really happy with Sam, she is very easy to talk to and does a great job. In my opinion, stylists are a dime a dozen and Sam really stands out of the norm.
Their prices just went up a little recently but it is still very reasonable.
- Pros: Sam
- Cons: parking
The Details on Vain
Know Before You Go:
Stylist Shaun Surething is a color wizard famous for dynamite blond jobs and shag cuts. His popularity is growing wildly, so call at least two weeks in advance.
The Extras:
The front area is reserved for striking, original collections of clothing, handbags and jewelry, much of it from local designers.
When to Go:
The salon offers patch tests for dyes. Come in 24 hours before your appointment for a daub to make sure you don't leave with a rash.
Look Good:
Ask about signing up for the mailing list to get the skinny on art openings, special events and more.
Category:
Beauty Salons, Barbers, Beauty Supply Stores, Jewelry, General Merchandise Stores, Stationery Stores, Hair Care, Gift Shops, Gifts & Novelties, Clothing Accessories, Clothing Boutiques
Payment Methods:
Check, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
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Message from Vain
- Hair Salon
- Boutique
- Art Gallery
VAIN is a hair salon, a boutique, an art gallery and a community space in downtown Seattle committed to supporting individual style and self-expression in a creative and dynamic environment.
At VAIN, we recognize and accept our responsibility for influencing people's perceptions about themselves and their bodies. VAIN works to disrupt unrealistic and harmful beauty standards within the industry by expanding the definitions of beauty and style.
We deliver cutting edge style in a comfortable, fun and empowering way that remains focused on the individual. Fueled by our founder Victoria's interest in social causes and a drive to promote conscientious capitalism, VAIN began and has continued building connections with communities of people who are working for social change, making VAIN more than just a salon.
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