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The team at James Joseph Salon is eager to help you achieve your best hair style. In our 10 years, we have brought together the best and most award stylists in Boston, as recognized by these publications:"Best of the Best" Hair Colorist 2006Best New Hair Stylist 2004Best Blow Dry 2004--Allure MagazineBest Hair Colorist 2006--Allure Bride MagazineTop 20 Salons in the US 2005--Launchpad MagazineBest Hair Colorist 2004Best Women's Haircut 2004Best Men's Haircut 2000, 1999Best Hair Salon 2000--Boston MagazineBest Women's Haircut 2006Best Salon Experience 2005Best Hair Colorist 2004, 2003, 2001Best Salon Interior 2003Best Men's Haircut 2002,2001--The Improper BostonianHot 100 2006,2004,2002--Stuff @ NightFeatured in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Lucky, Real Simple and many other national magazines.
5.0 of 5 stars.
I do not ask much from a stylist... all over color (brunette), long layers, sweeping bangs... and yet, in my 15 years of getting my hair done, many a hairdresser has managed to get those three things...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I called ahead to see if I could get a toner for my too-orange, too-blond hair and was told there's a 2-week enjoyment policy.I had to call later to get the charge removed (because I'm a sissy and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I Have been to this salon 3 times, each time hoping for a better experience. After reading that this salon was nominated for Best of Boston Salon. I hate this salon. I received mediocre haircuts, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure where I got the data, possibly Boston Magazine or The Improper, but I always had the impression this was a good shop. Sadly, my experience did not corroborate that reputation. I got Rudina...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best salon in Boston, simple yet relaxing decor, very experienced stylists. Rudina is the best!
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
While I was there, there was an older lady who because she did not make an appointment to have her hair blown out was forced her to do it herself. I did not like that at all. This place is extremely...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
TERRIBLE !I had cheated on my hair colorist because I was reading about Seth everywhere (Allure magazine, Best of Boston) and decided to see what he could do for me. My hair is naturally dark blonde...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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I got my hair cut by Eva about a month ago. I normally don't write reviews, but had to this time because I was so impressed with the cut Eva gave me. The way Eva shaped my hair is incredible. She gave me long...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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I got my hair cut by Eva about a month ago. I normally don't write reviews, but had to this time because I was so impressed with the cut Eva gave me. The way Eva shaped my hair is incredible. She gave me long...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I- Love- This- Place. Fantastic customer service, friendly staff, and most importantly, amazing results. I go to Lindsey for color (she used to be at James Joseph Studio so her prices have gone up...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is crazy expensive, but I just adore Eva, so I can't stay away. She is so sweet, and always gives me a perfect haircut. My hair is straight and fine, and can be utterly lifeless with the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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It was my first time, I read good and bad reviews but decided to check it for myself. My appt. was with Erica, she seemed nice as well as her assistant, but she left me with the same color nothing new nothing...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK.....let me tell you....I have been to lots of salons on Newbury street and this one was the best overall for color, cut, price and efficiency. I had a cut and a single process color by LANA and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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I read so many reviews on this salon before finally deciding to take a chance and they all said nice things.Pricey but ok. I don't mind the price as long as I get what I want. I wanted a cut/color, brought a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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I read so many reviews on this salon before finally deciding to take a chance and they all said nice things.Pricey but ok. I don't mind the price as long as I get what I want. I wanted a cut/color, brought a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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Have had a few great cuts here and one outstanding color! However the price is what ultimately drove me to switch salons. But if price is not an object definitely this is your place!
kudzu.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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Decided to treat myself to a Newbury Street experience before the holidays. Researched online and the reviews for James Joseph seemed very positive...in addition reviewers had mentioned it was reasonable for...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! I went to the salon to see Kathleen at the recommendation of a friend and have been in love ever since. The place itself is definitely "trendy" but not snobby. I like watching...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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I have been in Boston for almost 3 years and have never found a stylist that did my hair the way i liked it. Lindsey is awsome! I went on the website and saw that she liked to do blondes so I thought I would...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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I had the frizziest and most difficult hair to deal with. It wouldn?t curl and it wouldn?t stay straight either. It used to take me forever to make my hair look half presentable everyday. I have been to many...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I heard really good things about James Joseph but let me tell you I was not impressed. The salon itself was nice but no one that worked there seemed particularly thrilled to be there. The stylist who...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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I've spent my life chasing the perfect haircut. From Supercuts (I know, I deserved to look bad), to the dizzying array of high-priced salons on Boston's Newbury Street, I've plunked down as much as $300 for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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I've spent my life chasing the perfect haircut. From Supercuts (I know, I deserved to look bad), to the dizzying array of high-priced salons on Boston's Newbury Street, I've plunked down as much as $300 for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those reviews that I've been sitting on for months. I really wanted to like this salon. I tried to like this salon. But I finally realized this was not a relationship to be. And when I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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After a few of my co-workers had gone here and come back with great looking hair, I wanted to follow the trend. A couple of them saw Derek, and another saw someone else. I went to Derek as well. The over-all...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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After a few of my co-workers had gone here and come back with great looking hair, I wanted to follow the trend. A couple of them saw Derek, and another saw someone else. I went to Derek as well. The over-all...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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I have nothing but good things to say about this salon and the hairstylist. If you are looking for good service and not to break the bank you need to go there and see Cristina. She is fantastic! I have tried a...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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James Joseph Salon is great! I received exceptional service. It is worth every penny! Before I visited the salon, my hair was a complete disaster. My stylist is Lisa Proulx. SHE IS AMAZING!!! She worked magic!...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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I cannot rate this salon, because I have not been to it. However, after reading the negative and positive reviews on this salon, I will absolutely not be going. It's not so much the negative reviews that are...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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I cannot rate this salon, because I have not been to it. However, after reading the negative and positive reviews on this salon, I will absolutely not be going. It's not so much the negative reviews that are...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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I went to the James Joseph Studio at Station Landing, Medford, the latest in the JJ family. I had never been and asked for an advanced stylist who would be able to listen to my needs and wants. Unfortunately I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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I went to the James Joseph Studio at Station Landing, Medford, the latest in the JJ family. I had never been and asked for an advanced stylist who would be able to listen to my needs and wants. Unfortunately I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best Blow OUT EVER! - Okay, I have CURLY hair, and lots of it! I read reviews before I went to the salon and I decided to give it a go since i am a local. Beware~The Staff is incredibly rude, I did...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going to Cindy for years, she is wonderful. She does the best cut and listens to exactly what I want....I love the massage chairs also....and the assistants that shampoo your hair massage...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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Being new to Boston, I researched a bunch of best of Boston salons before I decided to go with the James Joseph Salon to get some highlights. The receptionists were extremely polite when I was making the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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Being new to Boston, I researched a bunch of best of Boston salons before I decided to go with the James Joseph Salon to get some highlights. The receptionists were extremely polite when I was making the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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i'm loving my new hair... i was in yesterday with samantha, i had seen her once before and was extremley happy!! she gave me the most beautiful dark brown hair with toffy highlights.. IT looked amazing and i...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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i'm loving my new hair... i was in yesterday with samantha, i had seen her once before and was extremley happy!! she gave me the most beautiful dark brown hair with toffy highlights.. IT looked amazing and i...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been going here for over a year. Nice enough place, typical Newbury with maybe a bit more laidback atmosphere, especially on Sundays-they're open all day so if you want to avoid the uptight, busy...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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The best highlights and haircuts my hair has ever seen - I just keep coming back! Michelle and her assistant are the best team in town. Makes me wish I could do hair. Maybe my next career. Thanks Michelle!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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my hair stylist michelle moved from james joseph studio to james joseph salon. she's the best hair stylist i've ever had. that is really the truth. she gives me the hair style that fits my life, personality...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had been pretty neglectful with my hair for almost a year when my mom threatened to exclude me from a family wedding if I didn't get my hair cut... Cue to me in Cindy's chair at James Joseph getting...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have terrible hair. My hair is ultra-baby-fine, very light blond, and very thin. After receiving countless haircuts and highlights at Dellaria paired with my active life (I'm a marathon runner and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I always come back to this salon (off and on for 10 years). It's the first and the last place I've been to on Newbury. Why? They know what they are doing. It is pricey, and I have walked out with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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I just wanted to say the reason i chose James Joseph was because of this web-site. I was still not sure because there is well over 100 salons on Newbury St. I was in Starbucks on Boylston, and saw this woman...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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I just wanted to say the reason i chose James Joseph was because of this web-site. I was still not sure because there is well over 100 salons on Newbury St. I was in Starbucks on Boylston, and saw this woman...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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I tried out James Joseph based on reviews here. I have short hair. I got the worst cut in probably 10 years. I liked my previous cut, and to test out the place, asked the hairdresser to just do the same thing....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Freshman year of college, I made the mistake of assuming a salon would be top-quality just because it was top-dollar.James Joseph Salon looks cool, but my hair had never looked worse than it did after...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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I recommended James Joseph salon to my roommate and she hated her haircut. When I saw her I could not understand the reason for her frustration, once I thought her hair looked absolutely fantastic. the best...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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i'm blonde and have never felt like a natural blonde until i was reccomedned to Samantha. i've been coloring my hair for about 15 years, A woman i work with just raves about her, and said i must go. I love to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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i'm blonde and have never felt like a natural blonde until i was reccomedned to Samantha. i've been coloring my hair for about 15 years, A woman i work with just raves about her, and said i must go. I love to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to Mayumi for almost two years for cuts and highlights. My longest relationship to date. She is terrific. Sometimes I feel like calling her to tell her how much I love the cut after I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cool decor, pretentious receptionist, great haircut. There's a reason this is the best place to get your haircut. As an Asian, they recommended Michelle to me. She does a decent job. I think she's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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I recently moved here, and as all of you know finding a GREAT stylist is a hard thing to do. I researched online, and asked some collegues at work for some recomendations. After all my research, I chose Eva at...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On my continuous quest to replace my former hairstylist in NJ, I made an appointment at James Joseph, for no other reason than its on Newbury St and an option that I was aware of since I had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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Finding someone who can interpret exactly what you want and deliver fabulous results is hard to come by especially for anyone who cares about making a statement with the way their hair looks. It's also...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was in town and recovering from a disaster of a haircut I had received in Dallas. After that episode, I researched the James Joseph Salon and its stylists VERY CAREFULLY and finally decided to go...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place! I went here after I had a disastrous dye job (my red highlights made me look like Bozo the clown) - they got me right in on a sunday night, of all times. I came out with fabulous low and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My old stylist left their old salon suddenly, and I needed a haircut ASAP, and decided to go here, even though I'd always sworn I'd never ever get my hair cut on Newbury Street again. Even so, going...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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I have been all over Boston to many different salons looking for the right haircut. I have to say George at James Joseph is by far the best men's haircut in the city. He understands style and doesnt give me...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Cindy at James Joseph has been my stylist for 6 years now. I have difficult, curly hair, and she does a stellar job with it (as does her colleague Maite, who I see when Cindy's unavailable). The salon itself...
kudzu.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I left James Joseph Salon with an excellent haircut (goodbye poofiness, hello smooth(ness)!), and a smile. I usually have an awkward time with stylists, mostly because i never know what to say to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The desk staff consistently overbooks, or makes it near impossible to have my stylist just be able to focus on me for my allotted time. The last 3 times I felt rushed, which isn't great considering...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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I know this place has a lot of good reviews but I have been there a whole bunch of times trying to give them chance after chance after chance to get it better next time. I like bumble and bumble so hair salons...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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I am the first to admit it -- I can be a little high maintenance. I have been known to politely throw a minor tantrum or two and over the past few years, disgruntled after years of service that hadn't lived up...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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I called James Joseph Salon (August 2007) to book an appointment for a service for my high school aged daughter. I booked the appointment, and just as I was about to hang up, the receptionist asked, "How did...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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I'd just like to mention that although this salon doesn't have as many feedbacks or as many POSITIVE feedbacks, they are at least honest about their reviews. I haven't actually yet been to James Joseph's but...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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If you've ever had a bad experience with a haircut, you can appreciate any basic haircut- they do what you want, no unevenness, they are conservative with cutting length, it looks alright in the end. However,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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I hadn't gone to a salon in probably about 8 years so my hair was extremely long and in desperate need of a cut and style. I researched Salons online and thought I would give James Joseph Salon a try and wish...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This salon is awesome - I've been seeing Seth for three years now and he is the only hair stylist I've ever been to who knows EXACTLY what type of haircut I need at the moment....even if you don't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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I recently made an appointment for 9 AM on a Saturday morning. I showed up at 8:45 and was told that they had received a call from me cancelling my appointment. They had there information completely wrong. Why...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'd been bouncing around trying to find the right hair stylist for a while. I'd tried out two stylists at two other salons before meeting Kathleen at James Joseph for a consultation. The consultation...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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I was only in Boston for the summer doing an internship and I wanted to get my hair dyed but didnt know where to go so I found James Joseph online and decided to give it a try because it seemed to have really...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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I recently tried James Joseph Salon after seeing them advertised in Stuff at Night Magazine. They were advertising their 10th anniversary, so I assumed they must be good! So I called the salon, and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I moved to Boston from Chicago, I need to find a new salon. I thought that the salon was a little overpriced, but all the awards made me give it a try.Had the best haircut of my life here (also...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great salon. Chris Kezik is my stylist. I am not in town for haircuts often, so I only see him a couple times a year but I always go back. He is very kind and his career seems to be taking off nicely...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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i've been seeing beth for a few years now. i wanted to say good luck this weekend and good luck in new york!!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been with James Joseph since 2001, I love this studio!The staff is always so nice, the layout of the salon is my fave - lofty - with big windows overlooking Newbury Street. Sure, my stylist has...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2007
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I was so excited to try a different hair stylist to get my hair cut. I have been to James Joseph before and have been disappointed but I thought I would give them another try ,big mistake. When I left to go...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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I recently went to James Joseph Salon and got a highlight and cut before going home for Easter. All I can say is WOW! The stylist actually listened to what I wanted, and then gave me what I wanted with both my...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have nothing bad to say about James Joseph Salon. I use to get my hair cut at different places and I was never thrilled and always walked out with haircuts that were never really what I asked for,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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I had a stylist there who completely frustrated me and wasted my time. I had asked for partial highlights with color for the rest of the hair, describing the degree of lightness for the highlights and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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I had a stylist there who completely frustrated me and wasted my time. I had asked for partial highlights with color for the rest of the hair, describing the degree of lightness for the highlights and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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I have been looking for a great hair stylist/color expert for about 8 years now. Whenever I went to see a new hair stylist, I alway had to explain in detail what I wanted color and cut wise. I'm a brunette...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love them. I've been going to Rudina at James Joseph for about 6 years. The staff is very nice and it's not stuffy (at least not in my opinion). I'll never leave !! I recommend them to everyone who...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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Everyone knows Newbury Street is the place to go in Boston if you are looking for a great hair style. What everyone doesn't know is that the best stylist to go see is Beth at James Joseph. I won't let anyone...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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I'm new to Boston and this salon came recommended by a friend. The stylist recommended was not available, so I made an appt. with a fairly new stylist - Kerri. I was a little skeptical because of some of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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I use to salon hop all the time, but not since I've been to James Joseph. Derek has been my stylist for a couple of months now, and I love him! I am a very picky person and if, I think he's great, then he must...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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Beth is no longer at Umi Salon, and is pleased to announce that she has joined the talented team at James Joseph Salon. Happy Holidays!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2006
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I moved up to Boston from NYC three years ago and was afraid I wouldn't be able to find a good stylist here given past experience. I stumbled upon JJ salon and Michael Joseph and have not gone anywhere else...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2006
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the salon was clean & comfortable, the desk staff was more than helpful, and my stylist liz gave me just what I was looking for....the entire experience was complete from begining to end....will be back for...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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I have been going to the same salon on Newbury Street for almost 10 years now. After 2 botched colors and cuts from my usual stylist, I decided it was time to try somewhere new. A couple of friends told me...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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I had heard about James Joseph hair salon and thought of trying it, since I needed a pick me up look. I would've gotten the same look, or better, for half the price. Try Anthony Pino's salon in Newb...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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So after searching the many salons on Newbury Street I have finally found a stylist who listened to what I wanted in a hair cut. Her name is Taylor, and she gave me exactly what I wanted, and her price was...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I decided that I need to get rid of $280 as fast as possible one day. Instead of doing something lame like giving it to charity or buying a new handbag, I decided to go get a haircut! And the coolest...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2006
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One of the worst things about moving cities is not knowing where you'll get your haircut. After I moved to Boston I had a couple of bad experiences until I tried James Joseph salon and now I have been going...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2006
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After moving to Boston from SF where I'd had the same stylist for YEARS, I was terrified just thinking of the number of bad haircuts I'd have to endure before I found someone new. Lucky for me, a coworker...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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After moving to Boston from SF where I'd had the same stylist for YEARS, I was terrified just thinking of the number of bad haircuts I'd have to endure before I found someone new. Lucky for me, a coworker...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
If you want the same overpriced haircut as every other spoiled stick figure walking down Newbury, James Joseph is the place for you. Receptionists are put out by the simplest of requests and stylists...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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When I moved to Boston, this salon came highly recommended, so I gave it a try and really liked it. I initially bounced around from stylist to stylist depending on availability and price. Some were good and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2006
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My girlfriend convinced me to see her hair stylist Seth, as in not my barber. It was a lot more that I'm used to paying, $100 in fact. But I've seen him 4 times, and I've never been happier. The coolist thing...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2006
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I have traveled to NY, LA and Miami in search of great salons, and was extremely excited when James Joseph came highly recommended by numerous friends in Boston. I was looking forwad to my appointment all...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I needed to get my haircut before my trip to St. Thomas, and i'm not talking about a trim. My hair dangled down to the middle of my back, actually it was longer then that, and while i loved my long...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Over time, my entire office has been converted to this salon. It started when one of my co-workers had a mini hair-crisis - her stylist moved from her old salon to James Joseph. And as we all know,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2006
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Kathleen at James Joseph is good for both color and cut. I've used her twice and been satisfied. However, the salon itself is not that great -- I felt the the staff was overall unprofessional and th...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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I got my hair cut and colored by Christopher... and what a difference it made. I left there feeling absolutly beautiful and I've been getting tons of complements. He is worth every penny. Thank you for giving...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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The Salon was great, the staff and people were great as well and I like my hair. But I dont LOVE my hair. And quite frankly for $300 (that is color only, NOT including a cut) I should have gone to...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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The Salon was great, the staff and people were great as well and I like my hair. But I dont LOVE my hair. And quite frankly for $300 (that is color only, NOT including a cut) I should have gone to Manhattan....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good haircuts, very high price (especially for a guy like me with fairly short hair).
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2006
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I just had a disappointing experience at James Joseph for a color job. The color came out too red (orange on the scalp) despite me asking for neutral. It is a pretty color and it's obvious the stylist knew...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great salon, large and open, and down to earth, attentive staff. They also have stylists that specialise in all types of hair.
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2006
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I went there this past weekend for the first time. I agree with other posters-its average. A single process/hghlight cost me $300.00 with no tip-thats not a haircut either. I thought I was clear on what I...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2005
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I was looking for a great salon in Boston and a friend recommended James Joseph and Rudina. I can't thank her enough! Rudina is not only a very skilled hair stylist and colorist, but also extremely friendly,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2005
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I was looking for a great salon in Boston and a friend recommended James Joseph and Rudina. I can't thank her enough! Rudina is not only a very skilled hair stylist and colorist, but also extremely friendly,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2005
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I heard through the grapevine that James Jospeh was a great salon to try. I made an appointment with Rudina and it was the best thing I have ever done! She was great with the color and listened to the...
judysbook.com - user review - 10/22/2005
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I recently moved to Boston from NYC and was in need of a great stylist, someone who is creative with short men's hair. I found James Joseph Salon on CitySearch and was able to get a same day appointment. I had...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2005
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From a recommendation by a friend I went to see RUDINA JORGO at James Joseph. After going to numerous high end salons and paying premium prices, I never got the "ohhhs & ahhss" that I have gotten since my...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2005
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I was in rough shape, color wise. Then I met ROGER, what an experience, a blend of talent and creativity. I enjoyed our conversation and how much he EXPLAINED what he was doing. The outcome: BREATHTAKING,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this salon! Kathleen, my stylist, has become a friend. She is wonderful, males and females alike will bond with her! The staff is all friendly and outgoing, there is music playing, it's a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2005
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If you're ever looking for a great hair stylist, Mayte at James Joseph is fantastic! She is always up-to-date on new styles and new methods of hair cutting and coloring. On top of that, she is an ab...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/24/2005
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Lindsey gives the best blow dry I've ever had - whether I ask her to dry my hair straight or wavy. She gives you Jessica Simpson hair! Lindsey's also great at color and cuts. I live in NY but visit Boston...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2005
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Prior to moving to TX I frequented James Joseph Salon. Eva was my stylist. I have yet to find a stylist who even comes close to how wonderful Eva is. Through my hair appts she got to know me and know what...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's pricey, but not moreso than other Newbury Street salons. Taylor, a Cambridge native, cut my hair for two happy years until I moved. The vibrating massage chairs are overrated, but the decor...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2005
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i've had so many problems with my hair lately, so i spontaneously booked a last minute appointment today. mary. is. a. genius. i love my new haircut. i really didn't have to describe what i wanted in detail --...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/28/2005
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I just got the worst haircut I've ever had in my life--it looks so overlayered and unhip I want to cry every time I look in the mirror. I said specifically I didn't want a typical Boston newscaster-type look,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2005
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I am new to the city and was nervous about finding a good salon. I called around and James Joseph answered my questions and made me feel comfortable. When I got there everyone was really nice and friendly. My...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2005
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After visiting James Joseph Salon I felt like a new person. I received a full highlight, and cut from one of the several amazing stylists, and have received an abundance of compliments ever since. Most people...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2005
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The best hairdresser in town is Eva at James Joseph Saloon. I have known her for few years now and she is amazing. She is a real artist with hair. I always asked her to do what looks best for my face and...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2005
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I went in for a highlight and told the stylist I wanted to lighten up significantly my hair color. It came out even darker than the color of my hair when I walked in. Not to give up so easily on James Joseph...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/18/2005
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I went in for a highlight and told the stylist I wanted to lighten up significantly my hair color. It came out even darker than the color of my hair when I walked in. Not to give up so easily on James Joseph...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/18/2005
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You all must know that Eva is the best hairstylist --cut or color-- that anyone could ever ask for. Hands down the sweetest and most skilled. Worth your every penny and I think in my five years with her, I...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2004
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Paulo gave me exactly what I wanted. I showed him a picture and he made it fit my face, explaining to me everything as he went along. It was a bit pricier than the hairdressers I used to go to in the suburbs,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/20/2004
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They got me in within a half hour on a Sunday night to fix a botched dye job. I came out with gorgeous chocolate and carmel highlights! I highly reccommend Kevin for color! He took the time to match up all the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2004
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Eva is my hair stylist and does a phenomenal job. She is always suggesting the most complementing cut and color for me (depending on the season)and it always turns out PERFECT! She is so talented and so up to...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/18/2004
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After going to salons every five weeks for the past 18 years, I can honestly say this is the best, most professional salon I have ever experienced. Ava is an artist and a Hair scientist!!!She had color...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2004
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I went to another salon after reading their great reviews and got one of the worst cuts I've ever had and got served attitude on a tray to boot. Then a friend recommended that I go to JJ for a fix up and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2004
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citysearch.com - user review - 07/21/2004
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I moved to boston in the fall for school, leaving my hairdresser of YEARS. being as picky as i am, i was sent to james joseph from a friend i trusted. I have never received so many compliments on my hair...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/21/2004
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I moved to Boston this year and had heard great things about James Joseph Salon. I went for a cut twice with the same girl and each time I ended up with a bad cut. The first time I asked for a trim and she...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2004
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I was new to the area and had read good things about the salon. I went to a man who was voted best colorist by the Improper Bostonian. While the color and cut were not messed up or anything, they were not...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2004
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I've been going to Ava for over a year and my husband started getting his hair cut by her last summer. She is a very skilled stylist, doing both cut and color. She has great taste and always suggests something...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2004
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My friends and I pride ourselves on splurging and giving plenty of business to Newbury St. Anyhow, my guy friend went in for a cut and the stylist disregarded his instructions and gave him the worst haircut!...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2003
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I came here after reading all of the recommendations and this is a great place to get your hair cut! The salon is very cool, when you get your hair washed (Leo does a great job) you sit in a massage chair....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2003
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Any good stylist can turn a mediocre cut into a fabulous style. But a great cut allows anyone a fabulous style! And a cutter that truly loves the craft will be attentive to your personality, styling habits and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/26/2003
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Any good stylist can turn a mediocre cut into a fabulous style. But a great cut allows anyone a fabulous style! And a cutter that truly loves the craft will be attentive to your personality, styling habits and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/26/2003
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I have been going to James Joseph salon for three years and have been thrilled with Kevin's service. He really listens to what I want but also adds his own professional touch. He has also done my boyfriend's...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/10/2002
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I got a fantastic haircut from Emily. I highly recommend her!!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2002
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I'm new to the city and needed to get a new updated haircut. I checked "Citysearch" and saw favorable reviews for James Joseph Salon. Not knowing what to expect, I was greeted at the front desk by a very...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2002
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Love this place. I had a cut there last spring at their old location and although the atmosphere was way too crowded, the cut by Seth was awesome. I was completely thrilled. I've been to their new place this...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2002
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I didn't know what I wanted to do with my hair to update my look, but left myself in the capable hands of Seth. My hair looks great and is easy to care for. He even offered me at-home styling tips. I've...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2002
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I've been to the salon a number of times. The atmosphere at the new James Joseph Salon is gorgeous, but sometimes the staff (I will refrain from mentioning who) tends to talk you out of getting what you want....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2002
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My husband and I have been going to James Joseph for two years now. Rudina has brought my hair to life and Micheal Joseph and opened my husband up to new ideas and great looks. I would recommend it to anyone...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2002
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In addition to being the sweetest gal, Eva cuts and colors wonderfully. The new location is beautiful - open and spacious where before it tended to be somewhat cramped. Its not the most affordable place, but...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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I couldn't resist telling you guys my experince with James Joseph saloon. I live in NY , and one year ago i went to visit my grandmother in Boston. I happen to go to James Joseph saloon for a blowdry and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2002
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I had a bad experience at another Newbury Street salon and went to James Joseph because a friend from work told me that Eva does a great job. She took the brass out of my hair and gave me a really cute cut. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2002
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I called them practically in tears about 4 months ago because I did a home color that went terribly wrong. My hair turned orange. I was afraid to go out the door! So I called them because a friend of mine went...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2002
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