By Editors
A little snip off the ends, a standard layered do or a dramatic Posh Spice inspired bob {she’ll always own this style}, truth is you’re definitely going to need a great hairstylist, since a bad haircut makes you want to curl up and dye. For men alike, although we dig boys with a bob, whether you’re working long hair in a ponytail, mid-length hair, or a super short buzz cut, we strongly suggest you don’t try it at home. LBBD went scouting for recommendations for the best stylists in the city for men and women and here’s the lowdown. Brush away your fears, in them we trust.
MEN’S COMBING ATTRACTIONS
Who | Sumit
Where | b:blunt, 3 M-42, Mezzanine Floor, M Block Market, GK2
Charges | INR 1,800 {inclusive of taxes + wash/blow dry}
Timings | Open all days; 11am – 7pm
Contact | 011 41066761/62
Website here
Who | Peter
Where | Looks Hair Salon, Khan Market
Charges | INR 600 – 1,000 {++} depending upon style/length of hair
Timings | Open all days; 11am – 8pm
Contact | 011 41757233
Website here
Who | Amit
Where | Martina Wu, C-93, Ground Floor, Shivalik
Charges | INR 400 {inclusive of wash/blow dry}
Timings | Closed on Monday; 10am – 7pm
Contact | 011 40515496/197
Facebook Page here
Who | Deepak and Nikki
Where | Looks, 10, Khan Market
Charges | INR 600 – 1,000 {++} depending upon style/length of hair
Timings | Open all days; 11am – 8pm
Contact | 011 41757244/7233
Website here | Facebook Page here
Who | Neo & Kamal
Where | Silhouette, The Oberoi, Dr. Zakir Hussain Marg
Charges | INR 1,000 upwards {++}
Timings | Open all days; 10.30am – 8pm
Contact | 011 24363030/24395012
Who | Ravi
Where | Affinity Salon, N-12, N Block Market, GK1
Charges | INR 460 {inclusive of tax}
Timings | Open 7 days; 10.30am - 8pm
Contact | 011 41668546/7
Who | Karan
Where | b:blunt, 3 M-42, Mezzanine Floor, M Block Market, GK2
Charges | INR 850 {inclusive of taxes}
Timings | Open all days; 11am - 7pm
Contact | 011 41066761/62
Website here
Who | Anil
Where | Dessange, 53 Community Centre, New Friends Colony
Charges | INR 1,000+ taxes
Timings | Open all days, 11am - 7.30pm
Contact | 011 41001038
WOMEN’S MANESTAYS
Who | Mona
LBBD’s Input | Mona is a senior stylist at b:blunt GK2 and is excellent with understanding trending looks and dramatic dos, besides the regular layered hair cuts.
Where | b:blunt, 3 M-42, Mezzanine Floor, M Block Market, GK2
Charges | INR 2,300 {all inclusive of taxes + wash/blow dry}
Timings | Open all days; 11am – 7pm
Contact | 011 41066761/62
Website here
Who | Mukesh and Chang
LBBD’s Input | Try either one of them for a basic top-up haircut. We don’t recommend trying anything dramatic at their hands.
Where | Geetanjali, S-13, Green Park Main Market
Charges | INR 1,900 {inclusive of taxes + wash/blow-dry}
Timings | Open all days; 9am – 9pm
Contact | 011 26515485/26601169
Website here
Who | Deepak
LBBD’s Input | Deepak is good with most types of hair, but with hard-to-style curly hair – he’ll painstakingly and patiently ensure your cut falls right; he’ll even insist on cutting once the hair is dry to account for shrinkage/shrivel effect {very important for curly hair}.
Where | Looks, 10, Khan Market
Charges | INR 1,200+ taxes
Timings | Open all days; 11am – 8pm
Contact | 011 4175 7244/7233
Website here | Facebook Page here
Who | Martina
LBBD’s Input | Good with wavier hair textures, she comes with great experience. She’s usually very busy, especially over the weekends, so it’s recommended to take an appointment well in advance. She’s a great bet for a little color job as well.
Where | Martina Wu, C-93, Ground Floor, Shivalik
Charges | INR 1,000 {inclusive of wash/blow dry}
Timings | Closed on Monday; 10am – 7pm
Contact | 011 40515496/197
Facebook Page here
Who | Nikhil
LBBD’s Input | Although excellent with dramatic styles {Posh Spice anyone}, he tends to replicate the same style of Rock star meets Mullet-esque cut when giving a regular haircut, especially on longer hair. Please specify you don’t wish for all your hair volume to sit on top. He’s off on Mondays.
Where | Affinity Salon, D-89 Chattarpur
Charges | INR 1,200+ Taxes {Wash/Blow dry extra}
Timings | Open all days; 10.30am – 8pm
Contact | 011 26566610
Who | Vijay
LBBD’s Input | The good thing about Vijay, specially for ladies looking for regular upkeep, is that he maintains your style and gives you a trim that’s consistent with your look and preference. Best part: he keeps the length you’ve asked for. Also, he gives the best blow dry!
Where | Khoobsurat, 11, Main Market, Kailash Colony
Charges | INR 550 +Taxes, INR 650+Taxes {With Shampoo}
Timings | 10am - 7pm
Contact | 011 29237931/29241354
Who | Neo
LBBD’s Input | Neo knows how to work with curls, so his haircuts ensure you don’t need to keep running to a straightener. Silhouette spoils you, and their incredible shampoo stations have black leather massage chairs that descend into a washbasin. Hair way to Heaven.
Where | Silhouette, The Oberoi, Dr. Zakir Hussain Marg
Charges | INR 1,200 onwards {without wash}
Timings | Open all days; 10:30am – 8pm
Contact | 011 24363030/24395012
Who | Sumit Israni
LBBD’s Input | One of the best known names in the business; when not styling for Hillary Clinton, Sumit runs a jam packed styling schedule, alongside managing his successful chain of salons. He’s good with every type of hair; he’s superb with edgy cuts and strong post-cut styling. Also, he doesn’t believe in tips, so don’t try. He tends to work at supersonic speed; don’t be alarmed, he knows exactly what he’s doing.
Where | Geetanjali, S-13, Green Park Main Market OR look up any other salon location here
Charges | INR 1,900 {all inclusive of taxes + wash/blow dry}
Timings | Open all days; 9am – 9pm
Contact | 011 26515485/26601169
Who | Ashwani
LBBD’s Input | Ashwani comes highly recommended for his ability to style most hair types. When in CP next, stop by the Lalit and pamper yourself with a massage and haircut.
Where | Rejuve Spa at The Lalit, New Delhi, Barakhamba Avenue, Connaught Place
Charges | Starts at INR 500
Timings | Open all days; 8am – 8pm
Contact | 011 44447777
Who | Manoj
LBBD’s Input | Monsoon is the official hairdressing partner for fashion week, so you can be sure they are trustworthy, especially Manoj, who’s rolling with the big guys at WIFW and is only available after the 31st.
Where | Monsoon Salon and Spa, M-24, GK2
Charges | INR 750+Taxes
Timings | Open all days; 10am - 8pm
Contact | 011 43005850
Website here | Facebook Page here
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Who | Ali
LBBD’s Input | He has an affinity for hair. Sorry, we couldn't resist! Great with longer lengths, and looks that actually look the same after you wash your hair at home.
Where | Affinity, No 125/126, Mehar Chand Market
Charges | INR 920 {inclusive of taxes}
Timings | 10.30 am - 8pm
Contact | 011 49052833/49051833
Website here
Who | Imtiaz
LBBD’s Input | He understands hair, and works especially well with long, thick, quintessentially Indian type of texture.
Where | Waves Spa and Salon, #B-7, extension-100, Safdarjung Enclave
Charges | INR 600+Taxes
Timings | Open 7 days; 10am – 7pm
Contact | 011 26177897
Who | Ashwin
LBBD’s Input | Personally tried and tested, more than anything, he listens! Perfect for maintenance haircuts and the occasional experiment with a fringe.
Where | Looks Salon, 2nd Floor, DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj
Charges | INR 1,200+Taxes
Timings | Open 7 days; 10.30am - 8pm
Contact | 011 46609048/46609049
Website here