Fringe Salon

MOLLY IS THE BEST!!! She did exactly what I wanted– so great to work with! I have recommended so many people to her and I have received nothing but great feedback from them! I always get compliments on my cut & color and could not be happier.

Love Rachel! Great cut and style! She really listens and has great energy! Going back for color.

My hair is medium-​thick, long and wavy. I have it cut in layers with bridget bardot style bangs. This has always worked for me. Its my go to. However, I have never felt like I have found the right stylist who not only gets what I want but understands my hair and knows whats best for it… until I met Joe.
Joe is great. Like, perfect. I asked him to make my hair effortless, edgy and cool. I told him my hair routine: shower in the morning, let it air dry, blow dry my bangs and go. He totally got what I meant and was able to make my hair the best version of itself. I walked out of there looking (and feeling) like a rockstar.
The first two or three days I was worried that my bangs were too short just because they were freshly cut but after a week they were just right.
Joe kept saying how he could not wait to see how my hair turns out once I’ve lived in it and I didn’t think much of that at the time but now I see what he means.
It’s been about a month since I got my hair done and its the best its ever been. Most days I wake up and styling is easy peasy. My bangs are so happy that they actually dry perfectly on their own. I used to have to get a round brush and blow dry them but now I just run my fingers through them as they airdry (or I use a blowdryer) and they’re all set.
Im so happy I tried this place. I can’t wait to go back to Joe for a little touch up on my bangs in a month or so and let him see how his cut turned out– cause it looks fucking awesome.
The salon is a cool vibe. Everyone is very nice and welcoming. They have a great selection of hair products you can buy and the staff has a low key, fun, unique attitude. They really seem to enjoy themselves and make you feel at home. FYI, haircut was $ 95. Totally worth it.
Thanks Joe for the great haircut!

I am moving to NY soon and wanted to start the search for a new colorist. This salon was listed on Gilt and had great reviews so I went for a partial bayalage with Jackie. #1 She was running very late. #2 I did not receive a bayalage, she used foils even though I said do not use foils normally, she said it would blend. She matched my color pretty well but the foils ruined my sun kissed blonde look. #3 WORST of all, the foil in the front center of my head was not secured and the bleached leaked out. I was left with a large blonde patch in the front center of my head, which I did not notice until I went home and put my hair in a ponytail. I returned within an hour and asked her to fix it. She pretended to barely notice it and weaved in a low light that did nothing. She was like «look all better» in an annoyed tone, when in fact I still had a large blonde leak front and center of my face. Jackie could have easily fixed it but chose not to be bothered. This is terrible service and terrible coloring skills. I am now forced to go somewhere else to have them fix it and pay for her mistakes and lack of care. I have never been so upset with a hair experience.

Finally, a salon in NYC I feel comfortable going to! This place is so awesome, the environment is so welcoming and all employees are friendly and attentive! I went in this week because another colorist had mistreated my hair (I asked her for a balayage and somehow left with bad roots and stripey highlights). I was offered tea or a magazine as soon as I came in. Marlene worked with me, who is incredibly sweet and spent 2 hours making sure she colored my hair the exact way I asked for. The coloring was perfect, and she even blew my hair out straight afterwards (for free!). Such a genuine person who is really concerned about her clients happiness. She kept reassuring me, «if you want me to fix something, tell me! I would be happy to do it! If you want me to touch it up in any way, just come right back in!» I walked out of there with the hair color I had wanted from the beginning! Such a great experience.

I just want to say: it’s 11:15 on a Friday night and I’m about to go into a party feeling amazing because of the haircut Jackie gave me last Sunday. It’s the best my hair has looked in years! I have thick, crazy, unmanageable hair and somehow she gave me a style that perfectly works. Even post blow out! I’m in love with her hair skills and cannot wait to return. From a girl with very difficult hair in a city where no one has seemed capable of taking it — I applaud and celebrate this new discovery. Thanks, Jackie!

I tried Fringe last month after reading some of the Unilocal reviews and a recommendation in Allure. I was not impressed — for over $ 100 it is not worth it. I have been to higher end salons with junior stylists for the same money and had great results — I left here looking like I still needed a haircut and frankly I don’t have complicated hair. I don’t think the stylist was remotely interested in getting new clients, they barely spoke except to ask what I wanted done. Note to make an appointment here they require a 50% deposit at the time of booking in the event of cancellation but it is charged to your card immediately, before cancellation fee time frame, and used as a credit at payout. Not a great experience all around.

One Word: MARLENE
I Have Been Coming To Fringe For Quite Sometime To Get My Curls In Order By The One & Only Marlene Fringe’s Curly Hair Guru…
Each & Everytime Ive See Marlene I Have Given Her My Vision of What I Want & She Does Her Magic.
Marlene Has Her Craft Mastered, Her Attitude Lets Me Know She Loves What She Does And Doesnt Play Any Games With Letting My Curls Know Who’s Boss.
If You Have Natural Curly Hair You Must Get Your Hair Done By Marlene At Least Once In Your Life Trust Me You Wont Regret It. YOU WILL DEFINITELY WALK OUT OF FRINGE LOOKING LIKE A MILLION BUCKS.
The Salon Itself Has An Edgy, Rock & Roll Vibe.
The Staff Is Friendly & Welcoming.
Fringe Has A Website Where You Can Easily Create A Profile & Book All Your Needs Easily Thru There.
I Should Have Given A Review Many Moons Ago But I Was Too Busy Admiring My Hair.
Summary of my review if you have curly hair see Marlene at Fringe.

I walked in this salon on a whim while spending a few days in NYC. I did not have an appt but asked if they could squeeze me in for a highlight and cut. They didn’t have an immediate time for highlight but could do the cut. Very accommodating!
After a few minutes I was introduced to Suz who spent the time talking with me about a completely new style. I mentioned I wanted highlights but would be happy to just get a new cut.
She was not working that day but happened to be there for a friend. Without hesitation she said she could do it-​on her day off!
The color was fantastic and very natural. Went from a long boring hair style to an angled bob with textured layers. Couldn’t be happier!
Thank you Suz for being there and making me comfortable with chopping it all off.
Will bring making the trip from Boston again this summer just for another cut and color! Worth every penny!

The experience was really bad, I expected them to be more precise with what you asked for. I took a picture of what I wanted and even discussed with the stylist, and I was very clear that I didn’t want the yellow blond (reason why I showed him exactly what I wanted), at the end, was yellow, no color whatsoever just yellow, Im very disappointed and upset, he should have told me wasn’t able to do what I wanted.

This shop is amazing. Right in the heart of the Lower East Side. The atmosphere is vibrant, the staff is extremely knowledgable of the trends but also to know what they are doing. I usually see Lourdes, a master colorist with more than a decade in experience. I went in a bit uncertain as to what to do with my hair and she took the time to speak with me and hear what I envisioned. I have been seeing her exclusively ever since. I ended with lavender hair and I constantly get compliments on it. She’s been very candid in suggesting products they carry to enhance the quality and overall style of my hair. I love it. Strongly recommend this shop and this colorist any day!

Worst salon experience I have ever had in my adult life. Stylist was rude and cold, gave me a haircut that I hate and didn’t ask for. I explained what I wanted and all the sudden I get a butchered haircut that will take months to grow out. Please don’t got here, do your research and go to another higher end salon. I’ve definitely learned my lesson.

I’m scared of hair salons! I never know what to ask for I’m scared I’ll say something and it will go wrong. but they make you so comfortable here you aren’t scared. No attitude just friendly folks. My first time here was about a year ago and I got color and highlights from Laura. She matched the color perfectly to the picture I brought in.
My next visit was just yesterday and I went «all the way». I went from dark brown to PINK and it’s amazing. Lourdes is sweet and truthful about what to expect and what I got was MORE than I hoped for. THANK YOU Fringe.

I just got my hair cut here for the second time this year and I’m thrilled that after 12 years of salon hopping in NYC and never going to the same place twice, I’ve finally found a place to keep coming back to. The prices are really fair for NYC — most cuts are under $ 100. I’ve gotten my hair cut by Caroline and Prissy, and both were excellent cuts. These ladies are professionals — they’re properly trained and versatile, and know how to work the scissors whether you want a more traditional cut, or more modern, edgy-​sexy NYC style. I got a more traditional, no nonsense long-​hair cut from Caroline a few months ago, which was great.
Last night, I was fed up with my extremely long, fine, flat hair which was doing nothing and looked completely drab. I came in and saw Prissy and told her that I needed layers, an actual ‘style’, volume, texture, and more bang action. Prissy listened to everything I said but most importantly — she didn’t let me delude myself and was honest with me about what I could and couldn’t achieve with my hair type. Then she worked her magic and gave me exactly what I wanted, suited for my hair type. I swear this is the best haircut I have EVER had. I walked out feeling incredible — the cut is modern, stylish and made me look so much younger! There is so much texture and so much attention to detail. This is an actual style. EVERYONE noticed and agreed this is the best cut I’ve ever had. I will definitely be coming back.

Christine. I’ve FINALLY found my stylist. After ten years in NYC, I can stop searching. It’s almost as exciting as when I met my husband… !!!
I made an appointment with her solely based on Unilocal reviews (this terrified me) as the word «meticulous» came up several times.
So, I have unforgiving bone straight fine hair. The cut I am constantly searching for is a slightly angled bob with light layers and movement. This cut is AWESOME but can and has been botched easily. I have stylists in both Ohio and LA that I’ve relied on, but haven’t found a local stylist. Until Christine.
Christine was super sweet, listened to my concerns and requests, and looked at my hair and how it lays. She asked a couple great questions and totally understood the look I wanted. I was immediately at ease.
After a very relaxing shampoo, she got to work, checking in with me on lengths. We didn’t chat much, but that was mainly because I sat eyes closed zoning out. :)
METICULOUS INDEED! I have soooo much hair, and she really took the time to make sure every angle was perfect. I’ve waited a week to write this review, because sometimes I get buyers remorse… but this cut is absolutely perfect. She did such a stellar job!
Christine couldn’t have been nicer, actually everyone at Fringe was lovely! Of course I find this place as I’m moving out of the neighborhood… but I will get on a train and travel to see Christine again!
Prices are incredibly reasonable at $ 75 for the best cut I’ve ever had!
Thank you CHRISTINE!!! See you again soon!

So i want to start this off by saying, I’m not a person who writes Unilocal reviews. This is the first one I have ever written.
I heard about fringe from coworkers at work, who love and rave about it. I have very thick curly hair. So before I took the plunge I went in for a consultation. Christine and I decided to do two days 1. A cezzane and 2. Glaze and Balayage with a cut.
The cezzane was great. My hair looked healthy and silky. Later that week we did the cut and color. The colored looked really beautiful and natural. But later that night after I left the salon my scalp was burning. My scalp felt like it was getting a chemical peel. Two days later I finally washed my hair at night before bed, i woke up the next morning with my head full of dandruff, it was like a sheet of my scalp had come off. I almost called out of work it was so bad. I called the salon 4 times that day. Everyone said they would leave a message. I just wanted to talk to someone. I didn’t hear from Christine till 7:30/8pm.
About 3 weeks later. I realize
my hair was thinning. I have very thick hair. So when I could see through to my scalp I freaked out.
I emailed Christine (the way she told me to contact her) and I haven’t heard anything back. I just needed advise on the growing out process.
I’m not blaming Christine. The color was what I asked for and cezzane came out good. But my scalp got a chemical burn or something and my hair has thinned. I just wanted someone to acknowledge and maybe warn me that that was going to happen.
I spent over 750 dollars at this salon in one week. I’m just upset at their customer service. It’s really disappointing. I just wanted to feel confident with my hair and that’s the opposite of what happened.

I’m not a huge review writer, but I spent HOURS pouring over them reviews trying to find the right place to get my first cut in NY — and I did.
After booking online (!!), I went to see Christine at 10AM on a Saturday (also !!) at the Broom location for a lob (long bob) for my thicker, dark blonde, wavy hair. I’d had super long hair for too long, and it was time to freshen up.
Christine was very sweet, and did an amazing job with my hair. After a short (and not rushed) consultation and conversation about what I wanted and her recommendations and thoughts, I was shampooed up and ready to go.
The hair cut took a while because she was incredibly thorough, even going back through after the blow out (which was also amazing) to clean up every single strand and make sure the ends were perfectly textured.
And, for such an amazing cut in the Lower East Side, it only put me out $ 75 (plus tip.) Note that tips are cash only (probably a good thing) so bring cash or expect to hit the corner store ATM afterwards.

I’m picky about a lot of things, ESPECIALLY my hair! Fringe gets that, and they get it right. You can tell this salon was created with a lot of love and passion right when you walk in the door. It’s super cute and comfortable, the stylists are all really knowledgeable and sweet. I feel like they have cultivated the perfect mix for what the salon experience should be. I can’t deal with places that feel super uptight and pretentious.
Jenn has been my «hairapist» for some time now and I get more compliments than ever. I recently decided to go blonde, which was a big step for me because I had never colored my hair and am naturally darker brown. Jenn spent time explaining the entire process to me and what to expect. She helps keep my hair healthy and looking good!

I had my hair colored and cut by caroline and while the cut came out great, the color was literally nothing like what i asked for.
I have brown hair that already had a perfectly faded ombré in it that was growing out– i asked to pick the ombré up so that it would start higher on my hair and create a shadow effect on my crown. I also emphasized that i wanted it fade seamlessly to end in white blond color — with zero brassiness. My hair only gets brassy if i do my own box job, i have never had a problem before with brassy hair at any other salon except maybe after 6 months where HINTS of brassiness would show up.
While she was doing the balayage on my i specifically mentioned that other places had done it differently (where they tease your whole head) to make sure that it didn’t come out streaky. She snidely assured me that her way was better because he had more control and assured that it would not be streaky.
My hair color ended up completely orange. Like a pumpkin. I didnt want to make a fuss because to be honest, it was clear that she didnt listen to me at all and I didnt want her to damage my hair further.
And of course, my hair is insanely streaky. I looks like that weird tiger highlight hairstyle was was popular on teenager in the late 90s/​early 2000’s.

Jenn is the love of my (hair) life.
«Have a seat. Jenn will be right with you.» As I sat in the chair, she surreptitiously appeared and started started snipping after a few questions about my cut.
No small talk. No awkward «So where are you from» crap. 45 minutes later my hair was looking healthy and fresh — what more could a girl want?
I paid my tab and searched for Jenn to show my appreciation. All one of the staff was able to tell me was «Jenn is downstairs.» AHHH! LOVE IT!!!
Some people may scoff and think this was rude. But honestly, I’m not looking to socialize — just do an amazing job. Can’t wait to go back.