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Pomp & Proper
Category: Beauty and Spas Hair Salons Hair Salons [Edit]
2812 Main StVancouver, BC V5T 3G2
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant
(604) 876-6670
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
13 reviews for Pomp & Proper
13 reviews in English
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Review from Mary W.
Vancouver, BC
3/5/2012
I've had some disappointing and amazing cuts over the past few years. All visits to Pomp & Proper have fallen under the amazing category, because I only trust Susan with my hair. She is a true professional and I've never hesitated to recommend her to my friends. I only hope that she doesn't get so popular that you have to book months ahead, like a stylist I used to go to at another salon...
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Review from Dave T.
Vancouver, BC
10/6/2011
I went for years without a good salon, trying one place and then the next. I've had the stylist who leaned on my head while cutting my hair to the point where my neck hurt at the end. The chatty one who pays no attention to what they are doing to my head. The one that looks so bad you think, "How can this person possibly have a job trying to make me look good?"
Then I found Pomp and Proper. They just do a good job, in a classy, understated way. One of my favorite words is elegant. To me, it means the beauty of simplicity, and I think that applies here.
And hey... I always come away looking great! -
Review from Tanya R.
Vancouver, BC
5/18/2011
I went here as it was close and the reviews on yelp were good and I needed/wanted a change after not having a hair cut for 6 months due to a new baby. I was disappointed, not by the salon but by the stylist, Shane.
When we discussed my cut he didn't really have any suggestions. I told him my requirements (wanted to go from mommy to a bit yummy, needed to be easy to maintain, I am willing to blow dry and style) but he didn't say too much, rather followed my lead as opposed to giving me different options. I was the one to mention bangs.
Then I got my hair washed and conditioned but no massage with the conditioner. What is up with that? It takes 2 minutes and is something I really look forward to with a hair cut. Then I got doused with the nozzle and had water all over my face and shirt. It wasn't a huge deal but in 25 years of salon hair cuts, I've never had that happen. Then he spent about 15 minutes cutting my hair and it didn't appear he paid much attention. I'm used to stylists cutting, blow drying and going back to do a bit of clean up with the scissors. None of that here. I've since gone to another salon and stylist who said that my cut, while all right didn't show a lot of technical finesse which is why I think my cut was so quick.
By the time I was done I ended up with a nicely styled, slightly cleaner version of the haircut I had before. I did get a 25% discount for being a new customer and getting wet. I don't know if the stylist had a late night the night before, didn't care or just isn't good in the morning (the cut was at 10am). Even with the discount, it wasn't worth $50 for a mediocre half hour experience. -
Review from Jess M.
10/5/2011
I love Susan. I went in there with a too dark picture and a vague idea of what I wanted and she spent not one, but two hours taking my hair from long-boring-dreckitude to cute-bouncy-short-fabulousness. Two hours she spent making me perfect! And she massaged my scalp. And she talks enough that it's not uncomfortably silent but shuts up when there's nothing more to chit-chat about. I am really really going to miss here when I eventually move. I might have to come back just for haircuts.
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Review from Kristin H.
Vancouver, BC
10/23/2010
I have been coming to Pomp & Proper since it opened in early 2009. The salon is small and inviting. The staff are friendly and unpretentious, unlike another salon on Main St that shall remain nameless. I am always offered tea or coffee the minute I sit down to wait, which I really appreciate.
The salon also offers the opportunity to change into a robe before a haircut, even if you're not having your hair coloured. I never have to worry about little hairs getting caught in my clothes and itching me afterward.
Alicia has been cutting my hair since I started going to Pomp & Proper, so I can't comment on abilities the other stylists. She does a wonderful job each time. Unfortunately I just entered the corporate world and thus have an intentionally "business" haircut for the time being, but I know she can work wonders with avant-garde cuts too, if that's your thing.
Prices are reasonable, you can usually get an appointment within a week, and they offer free fringe trims. -
Review from Rebecca C.
Coquitlam, BC
4/5/2011
After much deliberation, I decided I couldn't make do with the current state of my hair. I was somewhat weary because Yelp has led me astray before with hair salons. Boy did I worry for nothing.
When I called to make an appointment, I was able to get one within 5 hours, which really suprised me.
I had my hair cut by Susan, who was absolutely FANTASTIC! I've had many a bad haircut and was somewhat skittish, but she was super patient and made sure that she factored in my preferences and needs. Was quiet but not in an uncomfortable way, so I found it really relaxing to sit there for almost two hours (I have A LOT of hair) and just chill.
I'm absolutely thrilled with my hair cut, it looks 500% better and feels great. I really loved that she didn't try to push product after I told her that I don't use product on my hair at all. I was blown away that my haircut was only $50, Susan is a master!
Will totally come back again. -
Review from TOMICA D.
Vancouver, BC
5/7/2011
I was very lucky to have lived a few blocks away from this place. Now that I've moved, I will travel far and wide to get my hair cut here (Ok, it should really only take me 20 min to get to Main and 12th, but you know what I mean :)). It was recommended to me by 2 people in the same day and I've gone on to recommend it to everyone I know. Whether their hair was long or short, curly or straight - they all thought it was great. Although all the stylists are fab, Alicia takes the cake.
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Review from ana p.
Vancouver, BC
3/16/2011
Five stars. I've been living in Van for almost 4 years and am so happy to have finally found my salon! I've gone to others only to be satisfied with the first cut - then sadly disappointed or upset with the second cut.
Susan is amazing with my medium length fine (but not too fine) wavy hair. She talks to you about what is good for your hair, takes her time, is calm, easy going and cool. BUT she is serious about her work. Unlike other stylists who are just too laid back and dispassionate.
I like what the over commenter said about the salon being not pretencious....true, but at the same time, has super cool people working there. Fair prices too. -
Review from Emma L.
Went for a haircut today and realized that I had forgot to mention that they give amazing scalp massages.
Now I'm all done up for the night with nowhere to go. Sigh!Listed in: I miss Main Street, The necessaries
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/27/2010 First to Review
Alicia Rollins at Pomp & Proper has been cutting my hair since last year. A friend recommended her,… Read more »
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Review from Sylvia S.
Vancouver, BC
3/13/2011
Hands down, the best salon i've been to! But, with every salon, it all depends on who you go to. I've been getting my hair cut and coloured by Alicia, and will never change!
It all started when I was a box-dyed brunette wanting to become a platinum blonde. Every stylist I went to said the same thing, that i'd have to do it gradually with highlights over a period of time. Now, I love dramatic changes, so that option was not a solution. I knew it was possible, but it was just a matter of finding a stylist that had the confidence/skill level to do it. And in comes Alicia! She knew exactly what to do, explained the process in an informative consultation, and eight hours (yes, HOURS) later, I was a l'oreal commercial-worthy platinum blonde.
Since then, i've had multiple haircuts, and never have been disappointed. After a year of being blonde, I decided to become a ravishing redhead. And boy does it look good. Alicia can do anything!
Her prices are also decent, about $55 for a women's haircut. I take my hair very seriously and I've paid $80+ at other salons and been unhappy with the results. Here, i've always left feeling gorgeous! -
Review from J K.
Vancouver, BC
8/17/2011
I had a 10am haircut also, i basically ended up with a trim, something i would have expected for a third of the price. The whole experience was over in less than 40 minutes, i do not hate my haircut but it was definitely a slight trim and certainly not worth the price of $60, very rushed, not a lot of chat. Also an offer of a coffee would have been nice, i saw many other clients with drinks. meh, I will not be back.
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Review from G. A.
Vancouver, BC
7/8/2011
I always check yelp when trying out new salons, and booked a haircut with Alicia since there were so many recommendations. I have been to other salons that yelpers have liked and was left feeling disappointed so I tried not to get my hopes up as I went.
Well, Alicia is amazing. It was easily, by far the best haircut I've gotten in my entire life. When I saw her, I was a bit uneasy bc she looks kind of ..80s? I'm not sure, but more out there than my style, but she seriously listens to what you want, talks about options, and she even spent a lot of time teaching me how to style my hair at home in detail, something other stylists just gloss over. With other stylists I've had, they would just say oh blowdry it this way. But Alicia took the time to show me how to do it step by step, and gave me other styling options too.
When cutting my hair, I could tell that she was being far more precise than other stylists I've seen, and took the time to make sure that everything was right and that I liked it.
Not to mention, she is very nice and easy to talk to, so it's impossible not to recommend her!
Unfortunately I have very strong long hair so I don't need haircuts very often, but when I do, I know I'll return for sure. -
Review from Natalie M.
Vancouver, BC
8/26/2010
great salon! not too pricey, make you feel completely comfortable and extremely friendly staff! great salon!
