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Readers' Choice 2012: What’s Your Favorite Beauty Salon?

We need your help finding out the best place to have a haircut and get pampered.

Beauty salons are not just places to have one’s hair cut.

Often, they become meccas of social gathering and relaxation. Some may attest to the fact great political, social and philosophical conversations take place while the stylist clips hair away.

After all, the very word salon, in France, was synonym to a social gathering where participants pondered about subjects such as religion and politics.


In essence, we know our readers most have a especial, intimate place that is their favorite to get their hair cut. Or who knows, perhaps your favorite one is a quick and inexpensive one.

Either way, we value your opinion, which is why we are asking you to nominate your favorite salon in the St. Louis metropolitan area.

Find other local businesses and service organizations to support in a wide array of areas by clicking here.

All you have to do is write your nomination in the comments section of this story. Please explain why, too!

Nominations can be made from today until July 9. Voting will begin thereafter. Make sure to tell all your friends and family to participate.

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Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital July 4, 2012 at 12:38 am
Elle Salon and Spa in Eureka for sure!
Lindsay Shrum July 4, 2012 at 12:49 am
Elle Salon and Spa in Eureka is absolutely amazing! I have tried several different salons in the past few years but couldn't be more impressed by the atmosphere and more importantly the staff! Heather always does a great job!
Pattie July 4, 2012 at 01:56 am
I agree Elle Salon and Spa is fabulous and is the only full service Salon in the entire Wildwood, Eureka and Ellisville area. Ellie and her entire staff are outstanding and exceptionally accommodating to each of their clients. The massage and facial team are amazing and I was so pampered throughout the day..Thank You Elle Salon & Spa
Pattie
Christina Effan July 4, 2012 at 09:56 am
Elle Salon and Spa in Eureka is the best!
Shelly July 4, 2012 at 01:18 pm
Elle Salon and Spa in Eureka is THE best and we are SO thrilled to have an AVEDA salon in Eureka with AWESOME owners who are so personal and kind! LOVE ELLE SALON!!
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:22 pm
It's nice to relax. Thanks, Cheryl.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:24 pm
Boys seem to like the cuts they get at Fantastic Sam's, too. Thanks for nominating them, Bekki.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:24 pm
Thanks for mentioning Elle Salon, Emily.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:25 pm
Good to hear from the Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital team!
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:26 pm
You're right, Lindsay, atmosphere is very important for a salon.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:27 pm
Pattie, that's quite a testimonial for Elle Salon and Spa. Thanks.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:28 pm
Thanks for nominating Elle, Christina.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 4, 2012 at 01:28 pm
Good to know, Shelly, that the Aveda portion of Elle Salon is important to many customers. Thanks.
Julie bec July 5, 2012 at 11:13 am
Elle salon and spa is the Best!!!!
Gregg Palermo (Editor) July 5, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Robo...thanks for the nomination....Studio Branca in Chesterfield or Creve Coeur?
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 5, 2012 at 01:59 pm
Thank you, Julie bec.
Julie Brown Patton (Editor) July 6, 2012 at 02:18 pm
Coincidentally this morning, I met Elli Koopman, owner and stylist of Elle Salon and Spa, at a breakfast business function. She was extremely grateful for the many nominations submitted here!
Erin Daughhetee July 6, 2012 at 10:02 pm
Ta-Da Hair Salon, they have very well educated and experienced service providers.
JILL July 7, 2012 at 04:47 pm
Genesis Salon & Spa....The staff is AMAZING!!!!
Sadie sachs July 7, 2012 at 05:06 pm
Genesis salon & spa!!!
R. M. July 7, 2012 at 06:07 pm
Strands in Clayton is the #1 salon in St. Louis! They have the most talented stylists and the atmosphere is very relaxing.
anna July 7, 2012 at 06:28 pm
Stands in Clayton! Ninfa knows just how to treat my curls with the right amount if tlc
Marilyn Schwendemann July 7, 2012 at 06:56 pm
GENESIS SALON & SPA
Brandon M. Krepel July 7, 2012 at 08:37 pm
Strands is my fav. Good people, good cuts, good massages, good product...all around win :)
Liz Dollinger July 8, 2012 at 11:24 am
Monica at Salon Moxi in Sunset Hills. She is current on trends and very personable. Love her!
Julie Garcia July 8, 2012 at 11:56 am
Strands on DeMun in Clayton is AMAZING!!! The staff is very creative and experienced in their craft. The salon is welcoming and you feel relaxed, not like you are on display. Strands in Clayton, check it out if you haven't yet!
Colleen Songer July 8, 2012 at 07:02 pm
Strands Salon in Clayton is by far THE best! Each person is very knowledgeable, helpful, caring, and fun. I've been going to Maria for four years and I know when you find a good thing; never let it go!
p.s. the scalp massages are addicting =)
Maggie Gross July 8, 2012 at 10:03 pm
Strands by far is the *BEST* salon!! I've been a customer of Kevin Govero (owner & hairstylist) for over 15 years!!!! Both Kevin & Ninfa Govero are awesome hairstylists!! I've been recommending them to family/friends for years. They have great scalp massages & a down to earth atmosphere. Kevin is the *BOMB* at color & I change mine frequently. Much Love & votes to Strands!! :)
Michelle S. July 9, 2012 at 03:49 pm
Celeslie's Salon & Spa (www.celeslies.com) in Arnold, MO! I've been going here for years and they have a wonderful staff, a gorgeous location, lots of complimentary extras, Aveda and Bare Escentuals products, the best massage experience ever, and highly trained hair stylists all for unbelievably reasonable prices. And they do great with cutting my toddler's and husband's hair in addition to my own!
Stacy D July 9, 2012 at 06:55 pm
Strands in Clayton ....I moved 4 hours away from STL and make the drive back just to have my hair cut and colored by Ninfa....she is AMAZING. The whole staff is great......very friendly and knowledgable.....love Strands!
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Regina G. Dowling February 26, 2013 at 09:01 pm
This is a real testimonial to a true 'Community Bank', They are named GREAT for a reason!