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Ponytails + Horseshoes
Category: Beauty and Spas Hair Salons Hair Salons [Edit]
8408 109 StEdmonton, AB T6G 1E2
(780) 433-9922
- Hours:
Mon 9 am - 5 pm
Tue-Thu 10 am - 8 pm
Fri 10 am - 6 pm
Sat 9 am - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street, Private Lot
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
8 reviews for Ponytails + Horseshoes
8 reviews in English
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Review from Brittany K.
Edmonton, AB
5/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
I just had the best salon experience of my life.
I need to give a bit of backstory, which I swear will have a point: I went to the same stylist, Danielle, for 6 years. She was amazing. Then she moved to Toronto, and since then I've been bouncing around between salons. She moved about two years ago and I haven't seen the same stylist more than once since then. Nothing has clicked, y'know?
So although Dani and I became super BFFs over time and she eventually found out all of my deepest darkest secrets, I don't feel super comfortable baring my soul and boy troubles (kidding!) to a stylist on our first meet. So I just end up sitting there awkwardly talking about my cat, mostly.
Ponytails and Horseshoes had good reviews on Yelp and their prices seemed a bit lower than some other salons around town, so I booked. The first good sign: online booking. I love that!
On a whim, I booked with Curtis. I had never booked with a male stylist before but I thought, what's the worst that can happen?
Summary of Curt: tall, hilarious, full of stories, makes his clients feel totally at ease, and fantastic at doing hair.
I think he sensed I was a bit nervous so he didn't push me to tell him all my latest gossip. Instead, he filled any conversational voids with funny tales of his friends and relationships.
It's a very fun salon and it has a great energy. The staff all seem like they are having a great day and really want to be there. Best of all, my hair looks fab! (I swore I'd never go blonde again, but Curt has almost convinced me never to go back to brunette! It looks so good!)
I've found my new salon and my new stylist! FINALLY! -
Review from C B.
Edmonton, AB
4/25/2012
After a lifetime of bad experiences, I finally got the hair of my dreams. Christine cut, styled and highligted my hair, even suggested a colour for my cheeks and lips to finish the new look. I have been transformed from a 50 year old into an "I can still get into trouble" kinda woman. I have been renewed. Thank you to all the staff at Ponytails for treating me with such kindness, a real positive experience. C
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Review from Hilary D.
Edmonton, AB
5/19/2011
For women, finding a great hair stylist is like finding the perfect little black dress, or the perfect man... and I've found one of those!
Her name is Amy and she's fantastic! Ponytails + Horseshoes is a great salon in the neighbourhood of Garneau. Due to it's proximity to my house, I decided to give it a try.
It's small inside but instead of feeling tight, it just makes it feel cozy and unpretentious. The staff are all friendly and Amy is a fantastic stylist. I've been there three times - twice for a full cut, and once for a bang trim - and I will continue to go here until disaster strikes and Amy moves/marries/gets pregnant/changes careers (all the reasons other stylists have abandoned me).
You will not regret a cut here! Check it out :) -
Review from Robyn W.
9/3/2011 ROTD 10/22/2011
My search for a pair of TOMS shoes led to me this...hair salon?
Random, but I gave it a try.
They didn't have a huge selection, but a small choice of (I'm guessing) the most popular colours/styles. I was greeted warmly by Jane, who offered to bring me a couple of sizes to try. She was very patient as I wandered around the front of the shop testing out which size was best, and offered advice as to how much they will stretch as I wear them.
Sold!
I asked about men's selection, and she told me that they only had a few, and the biggest size was an 11 (my Hubs needs a 13). But then she proceeded to tell us of other places around town that we could check, and then called those places to see if they had the size we were looking for!
Jane was friendly and helpful and I will not only go back for shoes, but I just might check out the actual hair services as well.
I even noticed a tray of scones and muffins for customers to snack on - this place has everything a girl could hope for! -
Review from Kirsten P.
Edmonton, AB
10/31/2011
It's really hard to find a stylist that leaves you feeling satisfied with your hair. After reading reviews here on Yelp and salon hopping for years, I decided to give this place a shot.
Curtis cut my hair for the first time, and what I appreciated the most about his service is that he took his time to perfect my cut and put finishing touches on it. He listened to what I wanted and even offered suggestions for what would look best.
If you're looking for a new place to try, this would be a great place to start! -
Review from Pamela M.
Spruce Grove, AB
9/10/2011
First impression GREAT!!! We were offered a beverage upon arriving, as well as a smock to replace our shirt so we didn't get hair on it. NICE TOUCH!!!
Well I have to say that I was impressed for the most part. The guy who did my hair was fantastic, he knew what he was doing and was very gentle up until the end.....When he was told his next client was there...
(From what I viewed) he started to panic and his gentleness turned a little rough at one point. He actually started to hit the brush to my head when he was blow drying it. (Not Cool)
Then that wasn't it he passed me on to someone else to finish up, I didn't like that part at all but what choice did I have. Not to say the wonderful lady who did finsih up wasn't great but he was my stylist and he should of finished, reguardless of a the next appointment. It was my birthday and it should of been great right to the end.
I have to say he did care as he was checking up on me and making sure she was doing what he wanted but like I said before he should of finished.
The other thing was I was overcharged!! I was told $60 max for a cut for the stylist they scheduled for me and my sister with, $75 for a solid color and $40 for foils which is $175, Where do you get $200????
Was told maybe a little more for my sister because of the blond but with a discount she paid well over me.
As for the lady who did my sisters hair NOT IMPRESSED!!!! She shouldn't be a stylist as far as I am concerned. She was rough with her, not a conversationist, and messed up on her color. My sister didn't say anything to me earlier and I wished she would of because I would of said something right there. Well her color is alright as long as it is covered up by her hair once she puts her hair up, OH MY!! She didn't even put the color to the root it is at least an inch away. Not to mention she didn't cover all her brown. Then overcharged a ridiculous amount of money for a STUDENT!!!!! Will be calling the salon to complain as that was totally unacceptable, what a poor experience for her. Would completely understand and wouldn't blame her if she doesn't go back again or refer anyone. -
Review from caylee c.
Edmonton, AB
9/23/2010
This cute and cozy salon is located just off the hustle of Whyte Avenue. It is very friendly and even offers complimentary drinks and snacks. I have been there once because my stylist moved there from another salon. I will be back.
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Review from Melissa C.
Edmonton, AB
4/5/2011
Finally! Stylists who understand my hair! I've been trying different salons for the past few years, and this is the one for me. The cuts I've received there have grown out beautifully. I haven't had to deal with that shaggy "I need a haircut" look since I started going there over a year ago. They're really good at assessing what your hair will do, and how to cut/style it to match not only your personality but the effort you will put into maintaining said cut/style. In addition, they're always super friendly, and their coffee is great!
