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The Ginger Group Hair
Categories: Beauty and Spas Hair Salons Beauty and Spas Barbers Hair Salons, Barbers [Edit]
217 10 Ave SWCalgary, AB T2R 0A4
(403) 234-8542
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 8 am - 8 pm
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Parking:
- Street
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
10 reviews for The Ginger Group Hair
10 reviews in English
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Review from dinah g.
Calgary, AB
3/11/2010
Went to get my hair cut today, tried a new salon and was quite happy, 5 stars from so many folks let me add to the mix.
I got an appointment the same day that I called and you are paying 40 to 60 which is more reasonable than 100. The space is easy to find and parking is on the street and the location is an open space concept with stations in the front for the senior hairstylists and an area in the back for the juniors. Price depends on their status but both groups are more than capable to pimp up your look
The place is sparkling with good vibes, and tunes and a disco ball hanging in the center of the ceiling. My hair stylist was charming and funny and he recommended a hair style that worked really well for me, he got right into it and within 30 minutes I was done. Pretty happy with my cut and I would return again. I am sassy and fashion forward and now have a new revitalised and sexy persona. -
Review from Chelsea W.
Calgary, AB
2/6/2011 ROTD 2/11/2012
After an everlasting debate and frustration with long hair, I decided to have it hacked off. Usually I go to an Angles close to my house where I absolutely love and trust my stylist there. I decided to go to the Ginger Group instead this time after my boyfriend told me how great the place was. I was a little apprehensive in going as I had enough experiences of going to nice salons to only have the hair stylist destroy my hair. However I booked the appointment over the phone with Jay.
Unfortunately most salon and spas that are housed in the Calgary downtown district have gained the reputation of being unwelcome and snotty - even if they give great service. The Ginger Group though manages to bash that reputation down welcoming customers with open arms. With abstract art work and staff in casual clothing the place exudes an atmosphere that is down to earth.
Jay was charming and had excellent knowledge of hair. Although she wasn't the most talkative, I felt no need to fill in the silence as Jay was extremely relaxing to be around where it wasn't awkward or stiff.
In the end, Jay did an absolutely fabulous job in taking off 10 inches of my hair to a medium length style, where i love my new hairdo.
The prices at the Ginger Group are quite reasonable where it ranges from 40$-60$ for women, depending on the expertise of the stylist. Having had a great first-time experience at the Ginger Group, I would definitely visit it again on other occasions.Comment from Rosie B. of The Ginger Group Hair 2/5/2012
To Chelsea W. Thank you for the great review about The… More » -
Review from Danelle W.
Calgary, AB
4/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
It's difficult for me to find a great stylist but Joey hits the mark. I'm fairly easy-going with my hair (I have 3 simple rules & I let stylists go wild otherwise) but they all tend to do the same thing over and over again. However, Joey manages to take one glance and know exactly what I need - and the scary part is that I TRUST HIM!
The salon is fun and funky, everyone is friendly. It's a very relaxed atmosphere. I enjoy visiting. The only slight drawback is the price, but it's comparable to other salons and bound to happen when looking for great service and results.
After my cut & highlights, I've had countless compliments, and two people have asked where I go & who did my hair. I'd call this a win! -
Review from Carmen C.
Vancouver, BC
9/21/2011
Super friendly staff. Nice salon/atmosphere. The hair cut was a bit expensive considering it was basically a trim. Might go back. I heard they opened a new location on 17th ave called Shag so I might check it out.
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Review from Adam B.
Calgary, AB
9/20/2010
Sorry folks, I didn't like this place... I went in there a few months back as my usual place ( see my review on Bromley Square which will explain my choice to use a barber) was not available.
I thought "what the heck, I'll treat myself". This was no treat. Perhaps it was the day I was there, but I had my hair cut by a girl who was clearly disinterested in cutting my hair. I tried to engage the girl in conversation, you know the kind you have with your stylist.... fairly banal but pleasant. This girl was sullen and miserable. Worse yet were the 2 other male staff that were a chair away leaning against the back wall, whispering to each other and chatting... I got the distinct feeling that they were commenting on clientele and other staff. The whole scenario was bitchy and unpleasant, and incredibly unprofessional.
I asked the girl for as much texturing in hair as possible. I ended up with all I can call is a #3 brush cut. yikes.
I am not big on attitude, or people who dont treat others with kindness and basic courtesy...My quiet and kindly barber who I normally see understands all of that... and that is something that you cannot put a price on.
My haircut cost me double what I would normally pay, which I was prepared for. I wasnt prepared for the unprofessional behavior of staff, apathetic work of the stylist and attitude. Bringing new customers in the door of any business in this economy is a good thing... losing them is not. I wont return. -
Review from David T.
Calgary, AB
11/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
I caught them on a quiet afternoon so maybe I lucked out but I was happy to be squeezed in at short notice. Pleasant friendly service. A little expensive but this is downtown calgary.
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Review from Sapna G.
Calgary, AB
10/14/2009
As per my girl Lindsay K.'s review, I recently made my way over to the good people of The Ginger Group.
Do y'all remember what I said about being REAL picky as to who I let touch my locks? Well I'll have you know I had NO PROBLEM putting my absolute faith into the stylist that I got assigned - Kevin.
You know what I LOVED most about Kevin? The fact that he wasn't all up in my business. He was extremely professional, asked me what I wanted done, made a couple of recommendations when I asked him
for them, and was well on his way. He didn't jibber-jabber my ear off or make me feel like I was on an episode of 20 Questions. He is a man of few words I tell ya, but he is a true master of his art.
It's not often that I shriek with excitement when the hairstylist spins me around to face the mirror. I was ECSTATIC with the job that Kevin did. It was PERFECT.
I recommend The Ginger Group to ANYONE out there who is looking for a great hair cut, a great hair stylist and a great experience.
It's definitely not a $10 hair cut, but considering you only have to get your hair did a couple times a year, what's the problem? You feelin' like a million bucks... isn't that worth more than $10??? Thought so. -
Review from Katie C.
Calgary, AB
12/5/2009 1 photo
My last hair cut was by a charming frenchman in Montreal, but I could no longer ignore my split ends. Seeing that he was half a country away, I figured I ought to track down a skilled stylist here. On the basis of some very positive reviews right here on Yelp!, I decided to take the plunge.
I'm super vain about my hair, so getting it cut is a big deal for me. I was super pleased with Stacey, my stylist, and with the whole salon. First of all, I came in early and they were super polite and talked about getting me in ASAP. I got hooked up with some delicious tea in the small waiting area, enjoying the atmosphere. It was very open concept, chic and open, and it didn't feel crowded at all. Love, love loved how gorgeous the interior was, which is exactly what I want in a salon.
Loved getting my hair washed, although I was a little disappointed with the lack of scalp massage :( Stacey asked what I wanted, and totally consulted with me the whole time. She also listened to me chatter along the whole time. I love my one-inch shorter hair (I also like it when people listen to me when I explain that I'm growing my hair out). I adore my new hair cut, and while it wasn't cheap it was definitely worth it. Also, their pricing is comparable to most major salons anyways. And my hair remains wonderful. Perfect. -
Review from Lindsay K.
Halifax, NS
9/22/2009
Ginger Group is probably the hippest, most entertaining hair salon I've ever been to. Every hair dresser is so much fun and really makes it a point to get to know their clients. It's an energizing experience every time you go, plus you look good when you leave.
All the hair dressers are extremely professional and very well-trained. A couple of the younger stylists went through their training right at the salon. Each stylist has their own fashion and is very unique, interesting people. Whoever you get, you're sure to meet an appealing personality and have a couple of good conversations.
The place itself is very large and has many stylists working at any given time. As soon as you walk in you'll know it's going to be fun. There's always some club-type music playing loudly around the salon, and the stylists and juniors are all dancing around. I'd go there just for the socializing aspect of the trip. I also go because my hair always looks so great when I leave... if only I could style it as nicely as them!
Their prices are a little high, but you pay for quality service. If you don't want to spend a ton of money on your hair, you can always book with one of the junior stylists - who work for less when they're first starting out. Now don't think that just because you're getting your hair cut by a junior that it's not going to be as top quality as if someone else cut it. Like I said, every worker there is extremely well-trained and very passionate about hair.
Ginger Group is just a fun place to go have your hair done for the afternoon. It's totally refreshing to feel like you're surrounded by friends when getting your hair cut! -
Review from Samantha G.
Calgary, AB
10/23/2009
Nikki et al. never let me down. I always leave with a hot mane and a new lease on life after they're done with me. David Brunning's art on the walls, the chic magazine selection and hot coffee complete the picture.
