Aria Salon & Spa

04/07/09

Good place for Mani/Pedicures?

by MyNameIsCallie at Citysearch

Am wondering if anyone can comment on manicures and/or pedicures here? Is it a good place? I'm interested in checking it out...

• Pros: Sounds good
• Cons: What's the rating on a mani/pedi?

01/03/09

Best Massage I've EVER had!

by weldon1326 at Citysearch

I received a gift certificate from my partner for a massage with Gina at Aria and was excited... but not THAT excited. I LOVE massage but am often disappointed. Well, after my first massage with Gina, I will never go to anyone else again. In fact, I think that if I move out of Seattle, I'll have to quit getting massages all together. She really takes her time and LISTENS! to what you hope to get out of your session. She also is good about checking up with you about pressure etc.. throughout the session and actually takes your direction if you have preferences or requests. Afterwords, she goes through the session with you and talks to you about your body, so informative! Especially if you've ever had injuries or if you are a person with tension problems. She really knows her stuff! And she uses a variety of techniques, all of them well. She does great swedish, but if you are a person who likes more pressure, she has the strength and ability to accommodate that. Lastly, her room is perfect, her variety of scents and oils would suit any taste, and the salon itself is charming and conveniently located (and easy to find). Truly, I've never been to a better message therapist and doubt I'll ever find one. Now, I'm fast becoming a regular. So, a giant thank you to Gina, I will tell all my friends and be back as often as possible!

• Pros: best technique, relaxing ambiance, excellent service in salon, GINA!
• Cons: none

08/01/08

Best Colorist in Town - Tamara @ Salon Aria in Capitol Hill

by HelenOD at Citysearch

Tamara is simply the BEST COLORIST in TOWN! She's everything you look for in a stylist from her enthusiastic personality to understanding the color you are looking for. I've been going to Tamara for years... and even flew up from San Francisco to see her. My asian hair is no challenge for this talented girl, and I've always enjoyed my time with her. All in all, I highly recommend Tamara to anyone who's looking for a fabulous color. cheers!

05/01/08

Best cut since 1986! Thx Josh!

by Dublton at Citysearch

After spending the past few years making do with just ok to really bad cuts from an array of stylists, I am ecstatic - to say the least - to have found someone who knows what they're doing! Thanks to Josh at Aria my faith in stylists has returned. The amazing thing is that he LISTENED to me! First thing he did was ask me specifics about my hair - problem areas, what I'd like changed, etc. - and we discussed which styles would work for me & why. He had some great suggestions and though I was somewhat nervous about going shorter with already short hair, he seemed so confident that I went with it. It's the BEST hair cut I've had since 1986. I love it. And what's more, everyone else loves it. Even people I just meet tell me they like it. I love Josh!

...Marie..

01/19/08

Tamara is wonderful!

by olez at Citysearch

I've been a client of Arial for the past year due to Tamara's consistent and truly talented styling. She listens and internalizes your preferences to create stunning looks time after time. I've been to many a top-rated stylist in Seattle and she is by far the most attentive and personable, to date. I absolutely trust her with my color and I'm going to be honest, I'm pretty high-maintenance. So, if you want to have an exceptional experience, book an appointment with her and take a look in the mirror afterward; because you're gonna look good...! P.s. she's funny and knows alot about how to host a killer dinner party andmake your house look fabulous. Thanks Tamara!

• Pros: super friendly staff! They always say "have a beautiful day"
• Cons: well parking is congested but it's capitol hill