Paris Parker Salon & Spa

Visited New Orleans for a wedding and came here for hair styling. It was a very humid and windy day and not only did my hair look great but also stayed intact throughout the evening (and even the second line!) Lashawn was my hair dresser and did a fantastic job! Highly recommend her!

Garland is the best and this location is perfect for a mid-​week visit since I work in the CBD. Garland is really thorough and friendly and gave me the perfect «babylights». I pop in here to pickup refills of my favorite products in between visits and the front desk staff is really helpful and they’re always fully stocked on the items I need. ALSO a great place to get a friday night blow out! Definitely recommended!

Utterly disappointed with the level of «service» I received from Paris Parker Canal Place last week. I’ve always gone to Aveda Salons (which is why I picked PP) and have never had a bad experience. I booked my appointment for an all over hair color online. I had to book the last appointment of the day, as I am a working individual… apparently that was the first mistake.
When I arrived at the salon I was greeted by an unmannerly receptionist who told me my stylist wasn’t ready and to «just wait.» I wasn’t granted the opportunity to fill out the welcome sheet and pick my two freebies. I waited about 15 – 20 minutes after my appointment time before I was acknowledged by my stylist. I showed her a picture of how I wanted my hair colored and told her how my last stylist achieved the look. Without asking any questions, she went to the back and started mixing colors.
While she was coloring my hair, she noted that she would probably have to stay way past close because my hair was so long. Luckily for her, I was getting my hair colored so instead of providing the services I usually receive while my hair is processing (make up touch up, hand massage, etc.) she was able to do all of her closing side work. I think the most contradictory part of getting my hair done here is when she actually told me that Paris Parker Canal Place is known for its terrible customer service. Ironic right?
Once my hair was done processing, I received an ice cold hair wash. My stylist put some product in my hair and then left me sitting in the sink for 5 minutes while she ran around and did some more side work. I’m assuming she was letting the product process, but I have no idea. I was just left to sit uncomfortably in the sink with no explanation.
My hair color turned out fine. Not, exactly what I wanted, but how was she supposed to know what I wanted when she didn’t ask a single question. The cherry on top was returning home and realizing that I had hair color ALL over my face. Most salons have a product that removes this from your face and most stylists notice it before you leave the salon, however, I was left scrubbing my face raw at home trying to get black hair dye off of my face.
All in all, I paid $ 200 for a service that would have been more pleasant at Great Clips. I spoke to the manager on duty who graciously offered me a free manicure. No thanks. I will just take my business elsewhere and make sure anyone who asks does the same.

Don’t go here if you are on a tight time schedule. I made a point of asking if I would be taken on time as I had a wedding to go to and was assured I would be. I arrived 5 minutes early. After 15 minutes, I was nervous and asked about the time. I was assured there was no problem. I asked again and was told he was «very fast with updos.» When it was 25 minutes past my appointment and I saw him take out scissors to start cutting on his client’s hair, I walked out telling them I was very unhappy. Who wants a hurried hairstyle and the stress? Did it myself. Boo hiss.

Like many reviewers for NOLA salons, I too am a transplant who has been desperately struggling to find a decent hair salon! I’m so easy to please that I didn’t expect this to be so difficult. I live around the Irish Channel, right off of Magazine, so I started out trying one salon with «color» in the name… I got some icy blonde highlights and some lowlights. It was okay, but I didn’t get that «wow» feeling and I paid a lot of money. I tried to get an appointment about two months later and the stylists was booked for the next two weeks. I’m not a planner and had already put this off until the last minute. I couldn’t wait two weeks.
So, I decided to try out the place right across the street. I ended up going for an all over color, and I wanted a bright, beachy blonde. The resulting color was games of thrones girl… ash platinum. It was different, kind of trendy and cool. So I even went back when I needed a root touch up. Each service was well above my price range, but I figured that was the way of the world in NOLA. When I was over that shade of blonde, I came in and asked the stylist to «warm it up». We looked at a book and decided on an ombré look with a little more blonde around the face. I was so excited. She darkened my all my hair to a reddish brown (my hair tends to pick up reddish tones) and I liked the way it was looking. She mixed up some blonde for what I expected was the ombré part… But she took 3 small sections of hair and paint on the blonde… And then she washed it out and said «you’re finished». I was so confused but thought maybe I’m just not seeing it… I went home, slept on it, and in the morning it looked the same… I tried to like it for the next three days, but by the third day I wanted to dig a whole, crawl in, never come out.
Since I had already spent so much on that color ($ 200 bones excluding tip), I made an appointment at the Aveda Institute for highlights. There I asked for Butter blonde highlights. They were more of a golden yellow, but it was better than all brown. After another week, I still didn’t feel like myself so I got myself a box color and lightened my hair to natural golden blonde. So much better, but still not quite right. By this time, my hair felt like straw or dead grass so I need to take a little bit to let my hair destress.
A month later, I’m getting ready to fly home for the holidays, so I want to look like I’m taking care of my self down here. When I was living in Philly, I was going to an Aveda salon that always have me really great service and results. So I looked up the nearest Aveda Salon with an appointment available after work. I found Kayla at the Paris Parker Salon in Canal Place (although she normally works at the one on Magazine). She listened to my story, listened to what I wanted, I showed her pictures and she spit out a plan for me and got to work! She did everything she promised! I love my hair! And she even recommended salon professionals to cut curly hair and do keratin treatments!

Was able to get a same-​day appointment. Nice cut and style. Nothing fancy. Just what I needed.

Booking my appointment was harder than expected. I tried to book online but there was not a single appointment available. I called the salon but they were closed one day and then called the next day to book the appointment, which was not a problem. I explained that I was an out of town new client and looking to have my engagement pictures done.
The day of my appointment I get a call from the salon asking me if I could come in later. I said that I couldn’t because I had booked my engagement pictures for a certain time so that we could get a certain light. I had timed this out perfectly so that I would go from the salon straight to the shoot with a fresh blowout.
I asked if I could have a little bit of curl added to it and was immediately told that she does not do that and is only ts but did promise that I would have volume and movement to my hair. While I was kind of happy with what I got, it was not exactly what I wanted and had no time to fix it.
I just feel that I paid too much ($ 65) for a great head massage but a mediocre blowout. I showed a coupon for a discount since I was new client and it was not honored.

Mary is wonderful. I explained to her what I wanted and why I have not been satisfied with the haircuts I have been given in the past and she perfectly addressed every issue. I haven’t felt this good about my hair ever.

Aveda Paris Parker has great products and provides a great experience. Although,
I would like to take some your time to talk about my experience with a specific stylist.
Sarah P.
cut and styled may hair. I seriously never know that one person could have so much power with a pair of scissors. I have always hated my hair, I never knew what to do with it, how to style it, I always put it in a ponytail and neglected it so much that, honestly, I rarely washed it. Sarah encouraged me over time to do something special with my hair and cut it short. I was apprehensive, but she was confident. I saw her skill in other people’s hair that she has done, so I knew it wasn’t a bluff. I gave in! She cut it and she knew what she was doing! I am not over exaggerating when I say my life been changed. I have more confidence! I feel like, well… ME. I take more showers. haha and work out more because I am not lazy to take care of my mop head. People have noticed. I feared looking manly but people can not stop commenting on how feminine and beautiful I look, how much this hair cut suits me and brings out my eyes. I am even getting hit on more. :) I live by the airport and drive to the French Quarter for HER to cut my hair!!! (thats a big deal, New Orleanians know). I am so grateful to Sarah P. and I refer everyone to her. Aveda is lucky to have her.

KELLY IS AMAZING! I went to her for an updo, and it turned out absolutely gorgeous. I showed her a picture just to give her a sense of the relaxed feel I wanted for the updo but asked her to do it her way. GORGEOUS! I received compliments all night!

Sheila is a gift to New Orleans. I am a woman of a certain age, and trying to look my best is a balancing act. Every three weeks the tell tale «zipper» appears at my part, throwing me into a frenzy. Add highlights and low lights in the mix and there is real magic at work.
From the moment I met Sheila I knew I was in competent hands. It wasn’t until later that I learned she had owned her own Aveda salon up East, before she and her husband moved here to embark on their dream of city living.
Sheila interviewed me. She asked questions and listened intently as to what i liked about my hair and what I didn’t like. Then, she showed me hair swatches of what my hair looked like and new swatches of color she would be changing my hair to. When we agreed to the color and cut she gave me a breakdown of the costs for each service. There were no surprise charges and there was no hard sell of product. Sheila has a professional way of announcing what product shes using during the whole service, in the event you decide you love what shes using.
During the whole process she added in amenities, like hand massage, camomile tea and scented neck warmer that enhanced my total experience. While we were waiting for my hair color to process Sheila showed me hair inspirations on her ipad of cuts she’d like to try on me in the future. It made me feel excited to make a change.
If you need a change or want a top notch professional cut and color Sheila will deliver. You’ll walk out feeling confident and pampered.

Sheila is awesome! I’m in town for a conference and had grossly neglected my regular trims because of work. I had a couple of hours free and thought I’d take a chance getting a trim at while I was here. Paris Parker Aveda was one of the only places I could find within walking distance that was open on Mondays. I made a last minute appointment with Sheila and am so glad I did!
I’m EXTREMELY picky when it comes to haircuts, so I really mean it when I say she was fantastic. She was realistic with my expectations and gave me options for what we could do to get my hair to where I wanted. She was also a pleasure to chat with and did a great job styling my hair after the cut (I usually go home after a cut and wash it myself, but I’m not touching this until I have to :)).
Would highly recommend Sheila!

I have to agree with other Unilocalers that finding a good salon and stylist in New Orleans can be a bit tricky. I was at that dreadful point we women have where every time I looked in the mirror I wanted to just break down and cry. My hair was a complete and utter mess. I had split ends from you-​know-​where, it was dull, lifeless, and just blah. I needed a change quickly; looking in the mirror and seeing my sixty-​four year mother staring out at me was just not doing anything remotely positive for the old ego. I felt like forty-​four going on a hundred. Something had to be done and quickly. I was headed for a full-​fledged nervous breakdown. I kid you not.
After much late night Google and Unilocal research with literally hours spent pouring over reviews I decided to give Kacie at Paris Parker a go. Of course after staying up all night with said research it was imperative that I got in that same day. Patience has never been one of my virtues. Luckily the stylist I wanted, Kacie, had an afternoon appointment available.
I was a bit intimidated upon arriving at Canal Place and wondered just what in the heck I had gotten myself into as I stared around feeling like I had just stepped off the boat from some third world country. Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany, and Aramani are definitely out of this humble stay-​at-​home mum’s league. I took a deep cleansing breath, got up my nerve, and proceeded to the second floor where Paris Parker is located.
As soon as I walked into the salon I was warmly greeted and offered my choice of coffee, tea, or water. I chose the water and had a seat while waiting for my stylist, Kacie. In no time at all she came over and greeted me with a smile. She was equally warm and welcoming, immediately settling me at ease. She took her time with the consultation and really listened to what it was that I wanted, even looking at the photos I had brought with me on my tablet.
I couldn’t be happier with my cut. Kacie did an absolutely fabulous job and I left the salon feeling like an entirely new person. My husband even loved it and he never, and I do mean never, likes me to get my hair cut. I am thrilled with my new hairstyle. It even looked good the next morning with bed-​head.
Kacie is an extremely talented stylist and an absolute sweetie. I can honestly say I have found the perfect New Orleans salon with an equally impressive stylist.
Thank you Kacie and Paris Parker!

I have long hair with layers and Sarah cut my hair beautifully. She is skillful and communicates well. I loved how my hair looked, felt, and smelled leaving the salon and can’t wait to go back and have her color my hair. The salon also offers you coffee and tea.

Sarah P did magic on my hair! She cut and colored it about a month ago. I have never recieved more compliments on my haircut and color, by both men and women! When I arrived at the salon we had a quick consultation; she really captured what we discussed in acheiving. She gave me some great tips in styling which I have followed everyday and the results have been wonderful! I have my second appointment with her in a week and I am so excited. I am a former hair model and have traveled to Chicago and New York for various hair shows. I can say that I have never been so pleased with my hair. Make an appointment and you will not be dissapointed!

Sarah P is an awesome stylist, she listens to what you want and gives you honest feedback about what style will work. Sarah P has cut and colored my hair several times and I have been extremely happy each time. I have had a hard time finding a good stylist that I can trust and is consistent with cut and color. I have received so many compliments from Sarah P’s hair cuts that I constantly recommend her. If you haven’t already made an appointment, please give the salon a call now! You will not regret it.

Sarah P. made my hair look like I’ve always wanted it to. For years, anyone who cut my hair didn’t seem to know what to do with all of it. I started to believe it was too long and thick to have real shape and volume, but Sarah proved me wrong. I’m never letting anyone else cut my hair. My hair is more manageable than it’s ever been, and I can go get my bangs trimmed whenever I want. Before Sarah cut my hair, I never made second appointments with hairstylists, and for three years I cut my own hair. Now I don’t leave Paris Parker without scheduling an appointment with Sarah, even if it’s months in advance.
Thank you Sarah.
xoxo

After moving to New Orleans from the East Coast several years ago, I quickly found that a good salon and a great stylist were a combination that seemed missing in my new home. For years I’ve dealt with «just OK» cuts and styles where I’d have to live with embarrassment and overt self awareness until my next trim, and salons that offered a lot of extras at crazy extra high prices, but lacked awesome service and a stylist who I could rave about.
Discovering Paris Parker and my new favorite stylist Sarah P. at Canal Place changed everything. If I call the salon, there’s someone on the other end of the line who I can tell has a smile on their face and is always willing to do whatever necessary to make getting a cut as hassle-​free as it should be, while still taking time to make me feel appreciated. And worrying about getting a great style? Pssshh! My new favorite stylist, Sarah P. has got that on lockdown, y’all.
Sarah P… yeah. She’s definitely become the «make it» factor in my current style, and I can’t even begin to tell you all how many people at work and in my day-​to-​day have noticed the awesomeness of my hair, the extra bounce in my step, and ask me what tremendous event has taken place to make me feel like my soul is ablaze with glory. The answer is Paris Parker and Sarah P.
Maybe this seems a bit too enthusiastic a review for a haircut, but every word and every ounce of my excitement are as genuine as the feeling you get watching Drew Brees make a 55-​yard pass to Jimmy Graham in the end zone, in a post season game against the Falcons at the Superdome, with :02 left on the clock, and the score locked for Atlanta at 21 – 20. There aren’t any waving white towels or cries of «WHO DAT!» coming from all around me, but the sweet, sweet feelings of victory and pride are all still all mine.
Thank you, Sarah P. Thanks, Paris Parker. Thank you to this dynamic duo who have restored my faith in New Orleans’ ability to produce a winning combination of such a terrific stylist and an awesome salon where I can feel like a king.

I love this place. Sarah P does my hair. She gives you a killer scalp massage before hand AND brings you coffee… So basically, I leave feeling like a queen & looking awesome. She also actually listens to what you want. Know what I’m saying? Yeah. The staff is all super knowledgeable too which is always cool.

I want to review Sarah. I came to her at the last minute because I needed a change. I was feeling sort of insecure and unsure as many women do when going to a new stylist. She was perfect. She was kind, she listened and she really updated my look. I have gotten so many compliments and do feel as sassy as she said I would. Looking forward to my next haircut!
Update: Got a 2^nd cut by Sarah and again it was a great experience! I get compliments all the time. I went a little edgier this time which is so fun!

Not only did Sarah P take the extra time to brighten my day, but she is an amazingly talented artist. Sarah carefully created a one of a kind look for my color & I could not be more pleased with the results!
If you are looking to be pampered & beautified, Sarah is your girl!

I loved my thermal style (I believe the stylist’s name was Hailey). She massaged my scalp, shampooed my hair, blow dried it straight, and then created big loose curls that lasted all night. The experience was relaxing, Hailey was fun to talk to, and the styling products smelled great. Absolutely worth it.
I also had a manicure, which is why this was not a five star experience. The actual process of the manicure was very pleasant, although it took longer than I am used to. However, within six hours, the paint on my thumb had peeled off in one giant strip. The rest of the nails were terribly chipped soon after. I didn’t do anything significant with my hands in the meantime – I was in a hotel, so I wasn’t washing dishes or doing chores, and I had already showered. The paint just came off with no cause. I think the drying drops they use between coats of polish might have caused the peeling. The drops supposedly dry the polish within minutes, and this salon does not have you put your nails below a UV lamp. It’s the only reason I can think of why this manicure had such terrible staying power.
Come to Paris Parker for your hair style; go somewhere else for your nails.

Like most mornings, yesterday’s started with a shower and an amateur blow-​out (by yours truly). I intended to go over it with a flat iron after walking the Quarter and returning to my hotel as it was an especially humid day. However — after getting dumped on by a scattered shower, I couldn’t bear starting completely over with another blow-​out.
Enter Paris Parker. They got me in immediately — within minutes, I was sitting in Jonathan’s chair, gabbing aways about everything from The Housewives of New Jersey (Teresa’s hairline is crazy!) to his buttery blond highlights. Within 45 minutes, my thick tresses had been coaxed into something that resembled a behaving head of hair. While I have had better blow-​outs (could have been a bit smoother with some additional round brush tension), this one was really solid especially considering the cost: only $ 25!
Next, I had my brows ($ 12) meticulously waxed, shaped and plucked. Inside of an hour, I felt like a new woman. I definitely recommend the Paris Parker for your own beauty emergency!