Apropos Salon & Barber

Seattle, United States

5

Open now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards
By Appointment Only

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Telephone:
+1 206-946-6940
Address:
Hotel Sorrento 900 Madison St, Seattle, WA, 98104
First Hill
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
250 ft9th Ave & Spring St
310 ftMadison St & 9th Ave
450 ftMadison St & 8th Ave
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
No
Accepts Bitcoin
No
Parking
Valet, Street, Validated
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
By Appointment Only
Yes
Hair Types Specialized In
African-American Hair, Asian Hair, Curly Hair, Coloring, Kids' Hair

Today

Today 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Seattle) 14:44 Thursday, 26 June 2025

Business hours

Monday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

Specializing in cutting, styling and personalization. Apropos is about providing high end cut, color& styling for women on one side and a high end men’s grooming parlor on the other, giving two separate feels and experiences of both a salon and barber in one location!

History

Established in 2013.

Our history is young. Stay tuned.

Meet the Business Owner

Kristopher P.

Business Owner

Apropos Salon & Barber has been in the making of the mind of its locally grown owner, Kristopher Powers, for the last 20 years. Cutting hair throughout high school and into adulthood, Kristopher started a family, and began a career in hospitality in 1999. Flash forward to 2013, two years removed from the hotel business and at a time that was very apropos, Kristopher had the opportunity to open Apropos Salon & Barber within the heralded Sorrento Hotel, and took it. Kristopher brings his attentive ear, sound recommendations, keen eye and a warm welcome to First Hill. Come say Hello.

Ap_​ruh_​poh — Fitting, at the right time, to the purpose.

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20 reviews of Apropos Salon & Barber

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Place rating: 5
Lower Garden District, New Orleans, LA
AMAZING hair cut. I brought in a picture of what I wanted and Loufel delivered. The salon is very small, cosy and personal. I’ve also heard incredible reviews on Kris. Definitely going back! There’s also a barber shop for men attached to the salon.
Place rating: 5
Chicago, IL
Kris is a great barber, I can tell he cares about his craft more than anybody else I’ve been to. Really appreciate that he takes his time and gives attention to detail in my haircut. Easygoing and nice guy too.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
The best barber in the city. Professional, personable, affordable. 5 stars all around.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Best damn barber and stylist in Seattle. The only problem is that people are starting to know about Kristopher and his crew. Go there, you won’t be sorry. Excellent service, cool urban salon in the Sorrento Hotel… go have a drink and a snack while you’re there. And don’t tell everyone… just a few of your friends or else we won’t ever get an appointment.
Place rating: 5
Albuquerque, NM
Kris is great, and I am sure his new partners are as well. The shop is sort of Classy/​Hipster. Great location in the basement of the Sorrento.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Rating: 5 STARS!!!
Kris did an amazing job cutting my hair. I made the appointment a week in advance and was super NERVOUS because it was my first haircut in 1.5 years; I ended up cutting off 18 inches to donate to Wigs for Kids. Kris was very sweet and is extremely skilled.
Every haircut I’ve ever had is the same Asian haircut most women get: lots and lots of LAYERS. Instead of giving me another run-​of-​the-​mill cut, he gave me a long bob with lots of texture and volume that is so fun to toss around and muss up. I asked for something really easy to take care of since I’m super lazy in the morning (I typically just run a brush through my hair), and he gave me exactly that. You can’t go wrong with Apropros – the average 5 star rating is proof!
I would highly recommend, and I can’t wait to get another haircut!
Place rating: 5
Nashville, TN
Got a great haircut from Darryl. Everyone was super friendly, and it is located in the beautiful Hotel Sorrento.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Daryl is the man! He charms and cuts hair with ease in this beautiful establishment on the lower level of the historic Hotel Sorento. I highly recommend checking this place out.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Kris is the BEST. I love my cut! He navigated my head of cowlicks and odd textured hair. Thanks Kris! I will be back to Seattle for my cuts!
Place rating: 5
Renton, WA
Got my hair did.
I walked in to the hair salon and was like,“Help me!” My hair was crusty and looked like roadkill. Then Ms. Loufel made her magic and make me feel like a human again! My hair is soft and shiny and it smells like a lush tropical garden.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Kris is super friendly and a talented stylist. The haircut turned out great and wasn’t expensive.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
I’ve been to this salon twice now. First time for a haircut and second time for color. Loufel did an amazing job both times. I absolutely love my hair and specially the color she did. I have gotten so many compliments on my hair lately! Loufel will definitely be the one cutting and coloring my hair from now on!
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
So my friend Loufel has been cutting my hair for years and in the past it was so hard to get our schedules to coordinate and I would just suck it up and have long beastly hair. Well I have good news my people. Loo-​feezle fo sheezle has moved to Salon Apropros and it is forreal like 10 minutes from my work.
I love my haircuts and I appreciate the technique and precision put into making this fat head of mine a piece of art. On my last haircut, I swear I have never received so many compliments. Seriously there is love put into my haircut and nothing feels better than to feel and look good!
I also have a problem not leaving the salon because it is so cozy and a relaxed environment. Book your appointment today!
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
I went in to get a cut by Loufel. My hair was grown out and had no shape. I told her to make me look fabulous and that’s exactly what she did. I was given lovely layers and bangs to frame my face and was shown how to style it. She told me everything she was gonna do for my hair and the result was amazing. Thank you Loufel.
Place rating: 5
Philadelphia, PA
In life, the shortest and most direct reviews of people and places are the most impactful. So let me say, quite possibly, this was the best haircut of my life. From ease of booking (phone call, same day appointment) to personal touches (worked with me to create a unique hairstyle, taught me how to care for it, while chatting about football and my upcoming date tonight), my experience was fantastic. Add to this his obvious passion for edgey barbershop and salon hairstyling and you can’t miss with Kris. I’m just visiting, but if I lived in Seattle, he’d be my go-​to-​guy.
Place rating: 5
Manhattan, NY
Cannot say enough positive things about this shop. Kris was incredibly accommodating and super cool, fitting me in while color set on a woman he was working on. He’s a very friendly guy, who talks and listens, keeping the conversation flowing nice and easy. He’s clearly committed to his craft, and takes his continuing education very seriously, which I really appreciated. This guy is a striver and I wish him and his shop the absolute best for the future. If I’m in Seattle again and need a trim, this is literally the only place I will go. Check it out. You will not regret it.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Excellent barber! Takes time to understand what you need and then patiently creates it. One of the best haircuts I have ever had — it is all in the nuances.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
After moving to Seattle a year ago I had yet to find a salon I could call my own, until now. After just one fabulous cut and style from Kris I can now rest assured my hair will be in good hands. Apropos salon is located in the charming historical Sorrento Hotel, which is an added bonus to your experience.
Apropos is a hip salon with style and class with a skilled stylist at the helm. If you’re looking for a new stylist or want to break up with your current one, go see Kris. You won’t be disappointed.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Kris had me at Hello! Over the phone that is. He sounded professional & calm. He’s a busy man but was able to fit me in on the same day. I needed a trim & my long layers shaped. He is a fantastic listener — when you say a trim, you get an actual trim, not 3−6″ chopped off like I’ve gotten at other places. He answered all my questions knowledgeably, gave great suggestions & spent time on my hair. He knows his craft! He is easy to talk with & has a great personality. His next appointment arrived & I did not feel rushed by him finishing.
Kris’ shop is located on the LL (lower level) of the Sorrento Hotel. I like his space — it has good energy. I also love the Sorrento Hotel so going through there is a real treat. It was raining hard when i got done so I got a cocktail at the hotel bar & lounged by the fireplace. Good times!
Shampoo, a relaxing scalp massage, cut & blow out. I walked out a winner on this deal! I don’t reside in Seattle full time anymore but I will definitely fly in just to get a hair trim by Kris.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Kris is everything you need in a stylist and more. His goal is to offer amazing haircuts at a reasonable rate and he definitely delivers. Not only does he listen to what you want but he takes a sincere interest in his clientele. Most importantly, he understands that a hair cut is an act of self care. Go to this salon, you will not be disappointed.
Added bonus: It’s also a beautiful location