Is it ever right for a hair stylist to ignore a client's requests?
There's a school of hairdressing that holds that the stylist knows best... and should overrule clients. I've heard stories of stylists who give clients hair cuts they think will suit them, ignoring a client's request and not properly consulting with them. It's not so much poor communication on the client's part in this instance, as stylists thinking they know their client better than the client does. I think it's horrible for a stylist to, say, wilfully cut someone's long hair short just because they think it'll look better - and then expect the client to be grateful for being 'shown the light'. I had this happen to me when a teenager, a guy cropped my shoulder-length hair, and it was so distressing. I was timid then, too. I don't know what his rationale was - my hair was fine, but not damaged. He must have thought it'd look 'better'. It didn't. I've been thinking of cutting my hair shorter but I keep thinking of that time and, well, the trauma comes back, argh. I still feel uneasy going to a salon every time. I would love to know what stylists - or others - think of hairdressers who do this. Is it acceptable? Have you had it happen to you - where a hairdresser did what they wanted without conferring? What did you think of the result? How did you handle it?
What does a fashion stylist do?
A Stylist's job is to pick out clothes, jewelry, accessories, even makeup for someone else. Someone might hire a stylist for a specific event, or on a more long term contract to execute everyday looks. It's the stylist's job to know what is available, and put together a cohesive "look" for their client. Different styles and colors complement different body types, hair colors and skin tones, and the stylist is supposed to know how to put all those together to create fashion looks that complement the client's individual body and desired look.
What is a fashion stylist?
Fashion Stylists can offer a variety of services depending on their client. They also provide personal styling, shopping services, and image consulting. For media clients (film, tv, print), stylists are responsible for styling each scene to meet the desired time period, the right mood, and to dress the models or actors 'in character'.Stylists for individuals can help a person enhance their own style and also dress appropriately for their body type. At GoodLooks we are a marketplace with the largest selection of personal stylists. Some services offered by our stylists include: Closet clean-out: A stylist can help you review your closet, donate clothes that are un-flattering or out-dated, and help you identify 'timeless' items you want in your closetPersonal shopping: A stylist can help you shop for what you need. The biggest benefit of working with an individual stylist is they can shop across stores and focus on the brands that you want. Event styling: Weddings, vacations, etc can sometimes mean a lot of decisions about what to wear and how to put it all together. They take the headache out of that process.
Do hair stylist sometimes give a bad cut on purpose, say, if a client is consistently late for appointments?
I have worked as a hair stylist for several years and in several places with many stylists.I have never come across any stylist who would do such a thing. Every customer is a walking business card. It would be detrimental for a stylist’s career to purposely give a bad cut.If this has happened to you, I suggest calling the stylist or the salon directly and explain the situation. They will most likely refund you your money or have the stylist fix it if possible.That being said, if it was in fact a stylist who purposely gave you a bad cut then please stay far away and warn your friends. No one should have that done to them no matter how many appointments they are late for.
What are the pro's and Con's of being a hairstylist?
It's something I'm seriously considering getting into. With the low cost of schooling and how much money hairstylist's make! and come on you get to play with hair!
Do hair stylists expect clients to tip on the total cost or just the service cost when getting hair extensions?
If you are providing the extensions, only the service. If you are not, then its at your discretion. Think if it this way, when you get your hair colored, do you tip for the service and the product? A tip is essentially a representation of how good the service provided was, not the value of items used (now if the poducts is devalued caused by user error thst goes back to service provided). If the food at restaurant tastes bad, its not the servers fault and their tip shouldn't reflect the food, but more the way the handle it when you complain or ask to speak to a manager. So, simple answer, tip on the service provided, if you’re feeling extra generious tip towards part of the extensions, if provided by the salon.
How do you instruct your hair stylist?
My advice as a hair stylist, Start by visiting salons and have consultaions with various stylist ask them for pictures of hair cuts that they have done in the past on clients. This will give you and idea of there work and most of all if you can make a good connection with that stylist, 1. is the stylist willing to listen 2. experience such as the understanding of body and bone structure3. Understanding various types of hair, Curly,straight,Fine and coarseIn my salon we as clients to bring in at least three photos of hair cuts or styles that they like, And bring two that they don't like, this will help you come up with a style for you. Good luck and don't be afraid to ask questions.
Cashiers job to solicit tips for hairstylists?
I work at an upscale salon which is quite pricey and the clients are from all income levels. Some tip generously, some not at all. When I am checking out the customer, I am given a slip of paper by the stylist that lists the services to charge for, AND whether or not the customer has tipped them! I am told that I should discreetly ask the customer if they would like to add anything to their bill (a tip!) I am completely uncomfortable w/ this, and have just avoided it, but I'm afraid it will come up in my performance review. Any suggestions? I already asked boss if a generic "tips appreciated" sign could be displayed - she said no.
As a wardrobe consultant / personal stylist, what is the biggest challenge when it comes to making great recommendations for your clients?
I've been dressing women for well over a decade and a half but as a career for 5 years now. The most difficult thing is that every woman has body issues I have to move them through what they see as a problem. Then I can put clothes that actually look great on their bodies as they are and help them embrace the beauty that I see. I deal with a lot of curvy girls as I call them and I put pencil skirts and tight fitting but correct fitting clothing on girls that are more curvaceous. My clients love me and tell me they appreciate my honesty and my concern for what they view as an issue. It's definitely earning trust and a process.