David Etc Salon

Another disappointing haircut… onto the next stylist. Sadly this was a recommendation, because my friend got a haircut there and she really liked it. The location is great, the décor is great, the staff are super sweet, but my haircut was a mess. My favorite thing about a haircut is the scalp massage during the shampooing. Not only did she not give a massage… barely touched my hair… but she used freezing cold water. She laughed it off and said «sorry, our water takes forever to warm up». She didn’t even wait for it to warm it. So I had a cold, unrelaxing shampooing.
A really big part of getting a haircut is the «blown out» look and feeling you get when it’s all done. She flattened out my hair did not give it a «blow out». It looked like I just left the house with my hair slightly moist and un-​dried. My hair was really choppy and was uneven in the back. The top layer was obviously cut and had a very large gap between the top layer and bottom layer. There was no blending. The stylist was super sweet, but I would not recommend her for a haircut.

I’m really bad about reviewing things when I have a good experience, so I wanted to make sure I remembered to do this! I haven’t had my hair cut in a long time, like a looong time, and my usual stylist had switched salons three times in the past year, so I decided it was a) time for a cut and b) time for a new stylist. I am always nervous about picking a stylist, so that’s part of the reason it’s been a while. I had been to David Etc years ago, but decided to give it another shot since it is so close to my house. I called yesterday and told them i needed someone who was good at cutting long hair. I was able to get an apt the same day with Ashlie. I showed up a few minutes early but didn’t have to wait at all. I begrudgingly told her how long it had been since my last cut, but she said no judgment, so that got her a gold star straight off the bat. I showed her a couple pics of what I wanted, and she went to work! There were a couple of questions I had about her technique while she was cutting, and she was really great about not only explaining the process, but showing me on her own hair. I could not be happier with the end result, and would definitely recommend her! My only complaint is that I wasn’t offered any beverage, which I guess I’ve come to expect at salons. oh well! Probably shouldn’t have been drinking wine at 3:00 on a Wednesday anyways.

As a woman who has relocated repeatedly in my adult years, I find that finding a friendly salon and competent stylist are the top of my «settling in» list. Wendy has now been my stylist and colorist for five years, she is a talented and professional person as are all of the David, Etc. crew! Thanks so much for your welcoming disposition!

Scheduled an appointment to get a men’s medium length haircut with Heather. Great 1^st experience and I’ll probably be back.

I went to David Etc for the first time yesterday. My regular hair dresser wasn’t available and I had heard good hings about this salon so decided to try it. I hadn’t heard of any particular stylist so I just asked them on the phone for whoever was available. I ended up with Stephanie. I didn’t know anything about her but I trusted that they wouldn’t hire someone unless she was good at what she does. It turned out she was awesome! She listened to what I like/don’t like, she gave sensible suggestions and she did a beautiful job of the color and cut. She cut my hair in exactly the way I like it cut. I would recommend Stephanie to anyone! She really seems to have what it takes to be a well rounded and gifted stylist.
I am only giving a ⁴⁄₅ rating because I didn’t find the salon atmosphere very warm and inviting. It appeared as though each stylist worked alone but in the same room with a lack of friendliness among the stylists. Despite that, I’ll return because it is most important to me to have a good stylist and that’s exactly what I got with Stephanie.

Liked this salon a lot! I’ve been searching Houston for years now trying to find the perfect balance between cost and quality. David’s hit the spot. My stylist was new and you could tell but she did a good job and the atmosphere is really casual. Everyone is very polite not like other salons where it’s cool to be snobby. I would definitely go back. Less than $ 50 for a cut is pretty good these days.

This is where I go to get my hairs cut off. The quality of work blows supercuts clean out of the water.
Additionally I like that they offer you a drink during your haircut and while you wait, assuming you got there early.

I visited David Ect. last Saturday as a first time customer. I have been driving back to my hometown to get my hair done for the past three years and it was becoming exhausting. So I decided to try Jenny. She does my fiancé’s hair along with a handful of other friends so I figured it would be a good place to start when finding someone local for the first time.
It was a really great experience. I have a very thick, ashy brown natural hair color that I like to cover up with blonde shades. I am recently engaged and wanting my somewhat damaged hair (from bleaching blonde in college) to grow long and healthy for the wedding. For the first time in probably 7 years bleach was not used on my hair to give me a blonde shade. It was definitely a different approach that the typical highlighting technique most stylists have used on my hair. She used different shades of blond and gave me a more honey golden hair tone. It’s sort of hard to explain but it looks great. My fiancé said that my hair looks the best he’s ever seen it. It was definitely a different look that I normally end up with but it looks soft and really accents my skin tone. Plus the technique was not near as damaging on my hair and will help my hair not be damaged.
On top of the successful coloring, Jenny also went above and beyond to explain everything to me and why she was suggesting what she was. She is very knowledgeable of her craft and you can tell she is very passionate about what she does. She was also helpful in suggesting products that would help me towards my goal of longer and less damaged hair. She also showed me tips and idea on how to style my hair myself in a more timely manner and in a more efficient way.
Of course beauty comes at a bit of a price tag but overall I believe it was worth it and was told the price would decrease with regular upkeep.
Definitely suggest seeing Jenny at David Ect., especially if you are blonde. :)

Love David Etc! Ashley is great with my curly hair & never tries to make it flat as a board as all my other hair stylists have in the past. The other stylists are super nice. Overall, a professional environment that also welcomes my kids & gives them great cuts. My third place in the Heights & so glad we tried it!

Tip top salon! I’ve been a patron of this place for years and look forward to going to my appointment every month! The place has a very inviting feel to it, the staff is super friendly and Wendy keeps me looking pretty darn fantastic. She’s a bit of a color/​highlighting extraordinaire. My hair looks natural… is there a higher compliment? When friends, family, and people I don’t even know comment on how warm, shiny/​shimmery my hair is with «textures of color when the sun is hitting it”-that’s good stuff people! :) All that’s left to say is keep it up over there. You guys are awesome and thank you, thank you, thank you Wendy!

I was pretty brave and went to David’s, Etc… for the first time to get a completely different look. I had never met Ashlie and put my «makeover» in her hands! She was amazing. She took all the time necessary to do all stages of my new hair color perfectly. Not only did she not rush me, but she went out of her way to go through all options with me, not only regarding my color, but also my dramatic new cut. She was detailed, efficient, friendly and my final cut and color was exactly what I was looking for. I have been looking for a really good hair stylist for a long time, and I think that I finally found her. Great salon… I highly recommend!

I have been going here for six years now. Stephen has been cutting my hair the whole time. He can be quick if you need him to be, but he never rushes you. I’m fairly picky and he accommodates my type A customer personality. We also have great conversations during the cut. I would highly recommend this salon if you want a nice ambiance with a great cut.

Liz Crawley-​Trahan has been my stylist for a while now and I really love her and her work. She listens to me, counsels me and offers solutions to my hair woes. Her hair coloring skills are top notch and she’s super-​detailed with her work and I’m always happy with the results. It’s unusual that she’s ever running behind and I have to wait, which is rare in my experience. Overall, she’s a sweet person and a talented stylist. Her prices are affordable and the salon is clean, the staff is nice and the parking is never a problem.

I’ve been going to Wendy for several months now and she is GREAT!

As a male, I will write only to the male audience…
David can go short men’t cuts with precision and quickness. I have been going for 4 months now, and David compares with stylists who charge twice as much as he does. Men’s cuts range from $ 30 – 40 depending on tip. He stays up on the current trends and makes you feel comfortable in his chair.
Technically speaking, I have to have heavy texturizing done to my hair and David is very skilled at razor texturizing.
Most importantly, he is consistent. This is the single most important quality in a men’s cut. Call a couple of days ahead of time. He usually keeps his schedule free 2 – 3 ahead of time.

I’ve been going to David, Etc. on 11^th Street in the Heights for about 4 years now. David, the proprietor, sets a fun, cool, and relaxed tone for the shop. Ask him about 1) his Christmas tree (any time of year is good), or 2) flow blue china. He’ll be happy to talk.
The guy that has cut my hair, Stephen Ragel, is one of the best hairdressers I have ever had. I just let him do whatever he wants. I always look good. Even after I wash the product out of his sculpted do. He’s a bit pricey for a guy’s hair, but totally worth it in my book.
Ludmilla (sp?) and Heather are awesome as well.
All of the rest of the staff, interns, and front desk are wonderful, helpful and fun to be around. Appointment reminders are like clockwork on the day before. It’s telephone VM, but I wish that they would just text me.
Highly recommended.

David Etc. Not recommended, unless you’re going for that 5-​year-​old girl look.
David Etc. is a good-​looking salon. It’s clean, pleasant and fashionably appointed. The look you get from its stylists however may not be.
I was going out of town and needed an emergency haircut. My usual stylist at Cut Loose was unfortunately unavailable. I decided to take my chances at David Etc. My husband had been there several times and was satisfied with the service. Also the place is conveniently close to me in the Heights and strategically located next to the Berryhill on 11^th.
The stylist I got an appointment with turned out to be a nice enough girl, though her skills may have been lacking. Maybe it was just her listening skills. I asked for long sweeping bangs, and in return received shorter than Gidget-​sized bangs that sat ridiculously high on my forehead. I hadn’t had bangs like that since I cut them myself when I was five. Needless to say, I spent the next few months willing my hair to grow out and pinning my bangs up with a barrette.
I won’t return to this place and wouldn’t recommend it to ladies — unless you want to look 25 years younger. I believe they can cut men’s hair well, but is that really saying so much? Also, the salon features a line of poor-​performing Redken products — a few of which are still sitting barely used in my bathroom. The only time I’ll be seen near David Etc. salon is when I’m on my way into Berryhill for Tamale Tuesdays.

After much thought about where in Houston I should get my hair cut and highlighted, I finally settled on David, Ect. I was able to get an appointment on pretty short notice, and my anxiety about getting my hair done in a new place was immediately eased when I walked in the front door. They were friendly, and my stylist Ludmila even got me some hot coffee while I was waiting for my color to process. She was chatty and friendly, and best of all she did an awesome job on my hair.
The salon is very clean and professional, it is an exclusive Redkin Salon, and they use quality product. I will definately return to see the same stylist again, and I have heard that the other stylists are wonderful as well. It was not a cheap trip, but well worth the splurge! I feel great just in time for my 25^th birthday. Thanks David, Ect.

This is a lovely salon. The staff is so nice and thoughtful. I started going only because I wanted a place close to home and now I am hooked. David, Wendy, Steve and Ashley are always smiling and they are very talented stylists. Wendy has some wicked color skills and can dish out some fashion advice with a side of sarcasm. (This girl works on her feet for 8 or 9 hours IN HEELS!) For established customers, they will bend the rules sometimes and stay open late. Sure, parking is a pain because they are next door to Berryhill, but think of it as a two-​fer when you stop for a bite to eat after you get your hair done.
It’s not a frilly, girlie place — men are welcome as are well behaved kids. If you are a pain in the butt kind of customer, they’ll squeeze you out — and I don’t blame them.
Book early! They are already filling up through the end of the year.