Marco Two Union Square

Hair. For me, it’s the shining crown that frames my face and can make or break my day depending on how it turns out each day. And having good hair in this town of wind and rain is no small feat!
So imagine my delight when I showed up at Marco Two and put myself in the talented hands of Christopher who understood I had a function to go to that night and needed my hair to look perfect for the event.
After a quick consult, a soothing wash and his skill in wielding a brush and blowdryer, my locks were shiny and PERFECT! And I always judge a blow dry on how well it stays as a good blow dry has a life beyond the actual day it was done and this baby had staying power!
The salon is beautiful– trendy and spacious and I loved that it felt more like visiting a friend’s loft to have your hair done rather than an actual salon. The mirrors are huge, stand alone versions, the waiting area like a living room and the people were so friendly welcoming me from the time I walked in the door.
Also– look down as you walk as you may see a little «mascot» scampering along at your feet. Julie (I think that was her name) has the cutest little dog that watches over the place and again just makes you feel like you are at a private home.
Blow drys run a wide range of cost from $ 50 to $ 200 so ask before you schedule if you are a visitor and don’t have a regular stylist. Christopher was at the $ 50 price point and he was great so know before you go.
Also– given I was visiting Seattle, I was less familiar with this area so know the salon is up one level from the street if you are looking for it.
Love my hair, loved the salon so you can bet I will be back in Christopher’s capable hands the next time I find myself in the «Emerald City»!

My sister treated me to a haircut at Marco Two Union recently. The salon is beautiful, the staff were professional, and Robert did a great job cutting my hair.
I showed Robert a photo of a haircut I loved from 5 years ago, and he nailed it! Thanks for making me feel «cute» again! :)

Sometimes you just have to follow your instincts! In town from NY on business, my cab drove by this salon and I glimpsed the «marco» written in the window. I thought to myself, «I need a haircut bad and that place looks awesome.» Quick check on Unilocal and I was in for an appointment next day!
Jerry was absolutely amazing. A lovely chair by the window, great conversation about my favorite topics — travel, food, transitional neighborhoods — and I left with a fresh, swingy, perfect new haircut.
Thanks Jerry! Thanks Marco! See you for my next cut…

Very classy upscale salon. I needed to find someone new which can be difficult. I saw Lauren and she did exactly what I wanted. I’m so happy to have found a talented colorist!

Marco Two Union Square is a sophisticated, relaxing oasis. I love coming in and feeling pampered by experts who want to do their best work each and every time. I always leave feeling like I look my best.
After recently switching stylists, I tried a few different people before I found Jerry and Lesley at Marco Two Union Square. Both of these artists are fabulous. When I first went in, I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my hair, but knew I was in a rut and needed a change. In the few months Jerry’s been cutting my hair, we’ve modified the cut to keep it modern and interesting even as we grew it out a bit. Then, Jerry and Lesley collaborated to do color that added interest and texture. Lesley picked shades that really popped and made my complexion and eyes look amazing. I am very pleased.
The salon itself is clean and comfortable. Marco often is on hand to welcome guests, as well as to consult with guests and his staff. The team at Marco seems to enjoy working with one another and it shows. I always feel relaxed and welcomed at the salon and I look forward to each visit.
I highly recommend this salon and am thrilled I found it.
**Note: As of spring 2014, Lesley has moved to the midwest and no longer is there for color. That said, Jerry does great color, too.

Had a wonderful experience here. Conveniently located lose to my office, I was thrill to get a last minute appointment. Leslie did exactly what I needed: brightened up my color and lost my roots. Then, in the very capable hands of Robert, I had a great cut and style. I have very curly hair, and I loved the way he captured the right shape.
I enjoyed the evident collaboration and the sweet little dogs prancing about. Very nice atmosphere and beautiful décor. So glad to find this salon!

I have only had my hair cut here by Robert, but let me start off by saying everyone here looks AMAZING when they walk out and one thing I notice and appreciate tremendously is how well the staff works together and compliments each other. It is an establishment full of genuine fine-​quality work. Marco clearly hires the best.
With that said, back to Robert, I love seeing him because he does SUCH an exceptional job with my hair. The significance is that my hair is infamously difficult for stylists to get right. Maybe because it’s SSSOOO thick and wavy, my past experiences have featured a lot of «butcherings.» (*Not at Marco Two, at other salons.*) I walk in, I tell Robert to do whatever he wants, and I’m always stunned to leave with a better cut and style than I ever could have imagined.
I love coming here. I refer people here. This salon, featuring the talented hands of Robert, is made for people that want and expect the best.

There is only one person I trust to color my hair, and it’s Lauren. Whether you’re looking to go dark or light, subtle or bold, she’ll work with you to find the color that works well with your skin tone, complexion, and hair style. Even the best hair cut takes a new life — my thin, wavy hair instantly looks volumous thanks to the tonal depths that she creates. Friendly, and smart, whether you know what you need or not, Lauren is truly an artist and will take great care of you.
No matter what you’re visiting Marco’s for — have Lindsay do your brows. She’s a genius. Quick, friendly, no instructions required. Just sit back, relax, and let her work her magic.

I love love love this salon! A stylish and inviting atmosphere with the most talented stylists in town — no question!!! Everyone at Marco takes skill and customer service to a new level. It’s impossible to leave Marco Two Union Square without feeling beautiful!
Dyane nails my hair color every time and Yune gives a cut that even I can blowout!!!

Robert Rice is the best! I have long, thick, wavy/​crazy hair. My BFF has short, fine, hair. With magical skills Robert has managed to make us both look like the beauties we have always wanted to be. We have followed him over the years and are delighted with where he has landed.

BEST SALON in TOWN!
I”ve been coming here for almost two year and I will continue coming! I usually come here for coloring w/​Dyane. She does an amazing job… I usually have a hard time w/​previous colorist matching the shade i want & Dyane just get in right instantly! Everyone in the salon are super friendly, their service here is always above and beyond! =)

This was my first time at Marco Salon, their service was great. I felt very welcoming there. I scheduled an appointment with Dyane to get my hair colored. She was amazing with it! She knows the right color and what goes with your hair. The color came out amazing and I loved it! I’m coming back in eight weeks to get my hair done again (: I love it!

Simply, one of THE BEST salons I’ve ever been to! Hi end service and a super qualified and friendly staff (and that’s rare). After I visit, I always feel better somehow.
For those who are not settling for less than the best, this is your place, you won’t regret it!

**Review for Facial/​Chemical Peel with Lindsay**
I’ve been here for 3 chemical peels with Lindsay and she is absolutely wonderful!!! She customized the chemical peel for my face and my face feels smoother and less oily (I have combination skin)!!! Lindsay’s technique’s really good, her approach is clinical but at the same time it’s spa like, which I really like cos its effective and relaxing. It’s not like getting a facial/​peel at some fancy spa where it’s super relaxing but you don’t see any good results.
I like that everyone. every single one there is really nice and friendly. The front desk staffs are sweet and the gentleman who I always see there (he’s the owner, I think.) always says hi and compliments guests! I will be coming back to see Lindsay for sure! And I think I might try a haircut from them. just dont tell my hairstylist.

Marco has been cutting my hair for 22 years. I adore him, and won’t go anywhere else. I have tried to leave him a few times over the years in a fit of (ill-​advised) thrift. Trust me, once you go you can’t go anywhere else — you DO get what you pay for. He is HUGELY talented, and I am constantly receiving compliments on my hair. I adore everyone in the salon — it’s like a family. I always leave feeling like the most beautiful woman in the world.
Dyane does my color… and I cannot say enough good things about her. I recently switched to her, on Marco’s recommendation. As you know, there are two or three really scary things in life: death, spiders, and changing hair colorists. Dyane ROCKS. Best colors (enhancements, I like to say) I have ever had. She also does a mean blowout that lasts for days.
In 22 years, I have never had a problem. Indeed, it is one of my favorite treats to have an appointment at Marco’s beautiful salon. I’d give it 100 stars if I could. You will love it.

EDITED TO ADD:
Apparently there’s been some shake – up at Marcos and all of the good people are leaving, including Elizabeth.
I started going to Elizabeth for haircuts years ago. I have since moved to NYC and San Fran, and still cannot find anyone better. She is amazing– she has an impeccable eye for details and is as sweet as can be. She only works part time, so it’s best to schedule well in advance. She’s a bit pricey, but worth every penny. Even though I live hundreds of miles away, she is my primary stylist.
I used to see Walter for color (he’s also great). He transitioned me back to my natural color which I prefer. If I ever needed color done, I’d be back on a plane to see him, without a doubt.

Marcos is my first experience at a high end salon, the services are absolutely wonderful. As someone who had never had a professional color or facial this is the place to go. I always look like a million when I leave and I enjoy how good my skin feels afterwards. I feel listened to and very well attended to. I would recommend Marcos to anyone looking for a great place to get their hair cut and colored. The facial products used are the finest I have ever used on my skin, and I have tried just about everything at Macys!

I initially started going to Marco’s about 3 years ago because I had colored my own hair out of a box and was told by a friend that it was «time to see a real colorist» when my brunette locks began to take on that infamous brassy tone. So, off I went to my first real colorist — Ward — and wow what a difference. Now I’m not just comparing Ward to color in a box… he just really did an amazing job. He never made me feel badly about taking the box route and he always seems genuinely interested in what I wanted. I was never disappointed. Ever.
After I got the hang of paying for professional color, I started getting my hair cut by Tyson @ Marco’s. While others may be willing to pay $ 200 for a haircut, I just don’t have that kinda dough and since Tyson was an apprentice, he was affordable (about $ 50 or $ 60). What’s great about Marco’s is that apprentices must work under a senior stylist for more than a year. All that assisting has paid off for Tyson: best haircuts of my life! On top of that, he’s just a really, really nice guy and always makes me laugh.
When Ward went out on a short leave, I started seeing Dominique for my coloring (single process for you gals in the know). She also does a great job, is less expensive and I have since switched over to her, although Ward never makes me feel badly about it, which I deeply appreciate.
Overall, Marco’s is pricey but if you see Tyson and Dominique, you won’t be disappointed and you’ll still have a few $ leftover for parking and a latte.

Since moving to Seattle just over two-​years ago, and I’ve been searching for a stylist to whom I may entrust my delicate, slow-​growing strands. I started at Mode downtown seeing Joe, and while he was wonderful to chat with, I found that his haircuts were often more what he wanted to do than I wanted, and he fried my hair rather than simply highlighting it.
Next, after taking some recommendations from local blonds with cute coifs, I saw Angela at Salon Metro in Wallingford. Angela was better than Joe at color — she is GREAT at color — however, I found her haircuts to be only satisfactory. The thing that bothered me more than anything else was her inability to return telephone calls for appointments often for several days. It was impossible to reach her even when I had driven by the salon on my way home and knew she was there. They do not have a receptionist and the stylists at Salon Metro manage their own appointment books, so Angela only returns messages left on her voicemail.
Marco is fantastic! He keeps a very open and flexible book — I was able to sneak in calling only one-​day ahead during the busy holiday period. His assistant greeted me at the front desk, served me yummy tea, and waited on my every need even talking with me when Marco had to take a break to check on another patron. Marco listened to my wishes, and we decided to do «his take» on my current haircut, and I LOVE IT! This is the first time someone in Seattle made me love my hair. I will be going back to Marco even at his prices — $ 200 a cut — he’s worth it. I doubt I will need a haircut for months.

I agree, Eric is great with color – especially brunettes. I really loved his work – the color was rich, and I felt it was worth the trip and parking and everything else. I liked it so much that I booked a color/​cut appointment on my birthday.
I took the day off from work, and busted my ass to get to the salon in time for my appointment. When I arrived, all excited, I was told that my appointment was canceled because Eric called in sick that morning. They claimed to have left me multiple messages to warn me about this. I hadn’t received them, and I had my cell phone on me all morning. It was about 11:00AM at that moment, and let me tell you, there is nothing that pisses me off more than a so-​called excuse «well, we called to tell you it was canceled» non-​apology; especially after I’ve navigated the bullshit obstacle course that is downtown Seattle traffic (morons not knowing how to drive or park). Seriously. I was furious.
To their credit, they «found some time» with another colorist, Nantini (nan-​deeni). She was very good and I liked her laid-​back attitude. She was empathetic and handled my steroid rage remnants like a champ. I think Pauline did my cut that day, and she was very nice as well.
2 stars may seem harsh, but you just don’t mess with a hair appointment. They were exceptionally unlucky because this coincided with my birthday – when I was trying to chill out and enjoy myself. There’s nothing that annoys me more than a message (which in this case, I didn’t even GET) that tells you your appointment’s been canceled/​moved/​dismissed/​deleted without asking you to reschedule, or at least feigning some kind of interest in customer service.