Ludlow Blunt

This is the only Unilocal review I’ve ever written, but I feel that it is my duty to spread the word after the spectacular experience I had yesterday. Ludlow Blunt doesn’t need my five star rating (I found it by googling «best salon in Williamsburg»), but I have never been this thrilled with a haircut. I have a lot of very thick, stubbornly wavy, triangle-​head hair and I am one of those people who brings in pictures of celebrities I want to look like, without having a good idea or picture of what I want for my hair. I had adopted the mindset of «it grows back» and have always left salons politely saying thennnk you, while rushing home to see if I can make the situation look better. This is truly the first time I’ve left a salon without being able to stop smiling like a goon. JEDD (!!) magically created the cut I’ve always wanted but could never articulate. He is a beyond-​talented artist-​genius and Ludlow Blunt is a revelation. Thank you!

Best haircut and shave ever! Brittany is a master and I will always keep coming back (sent my fiancée and both my sons to her). Just let her cut about 8 inches off my hair … grew in very nicely. Greatest staff. Awesome atmosphere!

Jedd is a hair guru and a doll! It was my first time at Ludlow Blunt and I was a little nervous I’d somehow walk out with a handlebar moustache (based on the antique décor of the salon) – but I got the flirty mid-​length layered style I was after, thankfully :) And FYI there were all types of people inside getting all types of haircuts and everyone was friendly and not snobby. So, between the ambiance and Jedd being fantastic, I can’t wait to go back!

This place is absolutely gorgeous, a spacious locale with fabulous vintage décor. I highly recommend Rami, he’s what I call a true hair artist. You can tell he loves what he does because he doesn’t just do your hair, he looks at the whole picture, he listens to your needs and requests while providing his expert advice (A lot of stylists in my opinion, do whatever they want and don’t do what you ask) I went to him when my hair needed it most, he turned my overgrown shapeless mop into a sleek, silky long bob (which is exactly what I needed!). If you’re looking for a hair stylist you can commit to, I would go to Ludlow Blunt and ask for Rami.

I can’t tell you enough how much I love this place. The décor is impeccable — classic barber shop style coupled with the hospitality you’d find at top salons. The staff is professional yet personable, and always beyond courteous. Rami (not sure if I spelled that correctly) has provided me with the best cut I’ve ever had numerous times, and is always willing to appease my ridiculous desire to know what he’s doing and why, at all times. I know I’m probably the worst in the chair, but he really makes the experience purely enjoyable. I’ve never had a more perfect fade, and he is clearly prioritizing my specific needs in accordance to my skull shape, personal style, and unwavering need to keep up with current trends. Every member of the staff I have encountered have been models of perfection. Everyone who has shampooed me has employed the perfect level of finger pressure. I’ve been to salons where people have dug their nails into my scalp, but not here. These people are professionals and outwardly display a high level of care in their craft. Especially the woman with the Amber Rose-​esque hair style. I can’t quite remember her name, maybe Anna or JoAnne. I think she’s a newer addition to the staff, but she was extremely nice and caring to me last time I was there. When I call to make an appointment, the receptionists always pick up the phone promptly and go out of their way to make sure my needs are met in helping to set my appointment. I am truly grateful that I’ve found such an awesome place to not only get my hair cut, but to relax and enjoy an experience unrivaled by even the top salons in the greatest city in the world. I whole-​heartedly recommend this place. You won’t be sorry!

Made an appointment day of, and they were happily able to fit me in. Emma cut my hair (another girl washed my hair, regretfully forgot her name), but both were great. Emma was somehow able to give me my desired look, without me even being able to verbalize exactly what I wanted. Plus a free beer with fun conversation? Awesome!
A tad off the Bedford beaten path, but well worth the walk. Worth the price as well.

Russell is a genius and I am so happy with my hair since I found him!!! The place reminds you of an olde time barbershop and the staff so nice. Liz did my color and I am feeling younger. So happy! Ludlow Blunt is the best spot.

This is my top choice of hair salons in NYC — hands down. I’ve gone repeatedly now and have never requested a specific hair stylist. All of them were very precise and provided a nice experience. There is complimentary beer/​wine also while you get a haircut, which is an added bonus. Men’s cuts are about $ 75.

I have been going to Lisa for 10 years and will follow her wherever she goes! (though because of her minimalist Anglo-​inspired chic style Ludlow Blunt is a perfect fit). I’m very stubborn about my hair (somewhat pin-​up inspired) but Lisa has helped me keep the cut updated throughout the years, with subtle twists on the cut to modernize it. I’ve also learned the importance of cutting hair regularly to maintain its shine and bounce. As for color, this is where she really shines — I’ve gone to black and back — without bleaching, but some sulfur-​based color remover that worked like magic and left my hair shiny and healthy looking after being stripped! I’ve also done ombré, sombre, and root to tip highlights (she paints my hair really carefully so book enough time). I seriously will not let anyone else touch my hair! She’s also a doll, sweet and charming and incredibly patient. Oooh, and she has what every stylist should have: an impeccable sense of style. Sad the LES location is gone, but the Williamsburg location is more spacious.

I’ve been going to Derek since the first year Tommy Guns (now Ludlow Blunt) opened up on the LES. 7 years later and I’ve still never gotten a haircut that I didn’t absolutely love. He has helped me transform my hair from every length, including that time I burned off a good portion of my hair while bleaching it myself. Can’t say enough about this wonderful lad. Would never think of going to anyone else.

This place is responsible for switching me back to Ramen Noodles. Now, I’m a vain New Yorker who likes to spend more money than is neccessary to look good. It’s one of my birthrights as part of a generation that had loving parents and no real struggle to contend with. Ludlow Blunt (formerly known as Tommy Guns) definetly helps with that. The haircut costs a pretty penny, but it’s so worth it.
This place was recommended by a co-​worker. I tried it out. I was appointed Chuck as my stylist… Chuck now owns me. He owns my hair’s heart and soul. It was the first time I left a stylist feeling so confident that I thought I could hit on a girl way out of my league… I didn’t, but I felt like I could and that’s all that matters in a good haircut.
The staff is incredibly nice (and cute, female staff at least), you’re offered coffee or beer while you wait or during your haircut, very relaxing atmosphere. The hairwash is magical, borderline orgasmic. Only thing that sucks for me is that they moved to Williamsburg. But, they’re so good that I’ll travel all the way to Williamsburg… a land so full of dead eyed, beautiful souls, being crushed into cynical little diamonds by the immeasurble weight of their broken dreams pushing down on their trendy mortal coils… all for Chuck.

Lisa was great. She seemed sweet and was very meticulous and communicative. I had a haircut and it’s a bit expensive but worth it here I think.

I’ve been here numerous times to get my color done by Laura Estroff. She’s THE best colorist I’ve ever been to!
I originally came to her with fading/​growing out auburn color (that I dyed myself :)) and she turned it into a beautiful chocolate to Carmel ombré that looked totally natural and extremely healthy. She’s charming, attentive and professional.
Unfortunately, I heard she’s at Kennaland now, but I’ll be sure to visit her there.
Bottom line: Laura is a seriously amazing colorist! Highly highly recommended.

Camille cut my hair in a graduated Bob. She was very precise and did an excellent job. When I can wash my hair, style and it looks good, I know I received a great cut. Thank you, Camille! Hugs from Jersey City! P. S. It is a safe neighborhood to walk.

Best, most chilled out people. Ashley is an amazing colorist and does incredible cuts– she is great with difficult, curly hair. Equally important — very cool and very unpretentious. They are courteous and welcoming to everyone, and do not try to assume some hipper than thou vibe woefully present in most of Williburg and Loisaida

I love this salon and love my colorist Laura even more. The interior is gorgeous. Super open and airy. Everyone there is helpful and pleasant. Laura does my color and keeps me looking like a natural redhead, so much so that I often have random people tell me they wish they too could have natural red hair like mine. It looks natural whether I am asking for a deep darker red or a strawberry blonde. I have followed Laura and will continue to use her for all of my coloring needs as long as I live in New York.

Laura is a talented colorist who has taken me from a natural brunette, through different shades of cinnamon and honey, a summery beachy, baliage, all the way to a bombshell platinum and back again. She has great ideas, a fantastic eye, and a straightforward approach. I always leave her chair feeling gorgeous and fresh… So whether you are going for something edgy and intense, or something lovely and subtle, you are in very, very good hands.

Love this place. Been coming to this location for over 2 years and the LES location before that. Russell is awesome. Design and style of the place is great — old style barber salon feel. All the staff are very attentive. Price is reasonable for the quality you receive!

The dream of the 1890s is alive at Tommy Guns (aesthetically anyway). It’s not just retail-​bought nostalgia either as a lot of the décor is either commissioned or meticulously restored.
Russell is the only person in these five boroughs who I’ve come to trust with my hair over the last two years. He’s consistent, versatile, knowledgable and very experienced. I can usually book an appointment with one or two days notice too which is helpful if you’re a last-​minute type.
I often see a couple ladies in there for styling too so it’s definitely a salon and not exclusively geared towards a gender. They also sell a good bit of care products that they’re very knowledgable about if you need some stuff.
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This is the Williamsburg extension of the Lower East Side salon that also received a 5-​star review from me. There’s not all that much to say other than that this is the perfect hair salon and I wouldn’t even consider going anywhere else. Russell is the best.
You should expect to pay $ 75 (men) or $ 95 (women) and tip well, because these people put a lot of care into making you look good. I’ve read a few reviews on the LES salon complaining of the high price tag, so a few comments on that:
— New York City. I really need to say more?
— This is going to be a better stylist than you’d have for $ 500 in a classless Midtown Manhattan salon.
— Have a beer on the house while you sit, so you can count that in your price calculation.
— Skipping a few Starbucks lattes a month to upgrade from your Supercuts buzz to something a little more fashion conscious is more than worth it. A guy only needs to come in every month, or less, and you’re paying to make a good first impression on people. Maybe your sweet new haircut will finally land you that promotion so you can afford to come here again.
Anyway, the hair in my profile picture is thanks to Russell and Tommyguns, so if you like it… thumbs up.