OPINIONS ON HAIRDRESSER SITUATION

LexPex · ‎03-29-2010

I have come here from time to time over the years and have gotten a lot of good advice. Haven't asked for opinions in in awhile but need advice now.

I have been going to my stlylist since 2005 and for the most part I like her work. ( As she and have have aged together it now takes her about 1/2 hour longer to do my hair than the rest of the stylists( who occasionally do my hair) It is bothersome but not a deal breaker.

I'll set the stage by telling you that 90% of the time she is late.... ten minutes to 1/2 hour. I have only been late 3/4 times in all those years. I have mentioned her lateness casually at few times.

In Novemember, I was 15 minutes late.She had a "puss" (my mom's saying) on her face. I said "I told my husband that if I were late, you would be on time" She said "Well the reason I'm late all the time is because of customers like you who show up late" I said "Sorry, but I am hardly ever late" I was angry although I tried not to show it.

Surfice to say, this has been building up. I really no longer enjoy going to the hairdresser probably because my hair and I have been at it for so long. Also the older I get I am sure I my more impatient

do I break up with her or am I just being a*****?

It is scary for me to try a new stylist

TIA for your feedback

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haddon9 · ‎03-09-2010

Look I understand how scary it is to find a new stylist. I think we've all had bad experiences with terrible haircuts and it takes forever to grow out. However it sounds like it's time to look for someone new....someone who will give you a great cut and respect you as a customer. Do your research before jumping in.

I did it myself last year and I couldn't be happier with my stylist!

DrKelli · ‎03-10-2010

it's like a doctor's office--unless you have the first appointment of the day, you can expect to wait. And she is probably right, it is because some of her clients are late so she runs late. Her comment was bordering on rude though and if her lateness is increasingly bothering you, change hairdressers. But you will probably run into the same thing. I certainly understand your reticence to change though--I've been with mine about the same length of time! I usually get the first appointment on Saturdays. Although it was rare she ran late when I had to go after work.

QVCkitty1 · ‎05-23-2015

It sounds like the two of you have had a good run, but it's time for a change, you may have to try a few before you find a good fit. JMO, that's better than being unhappy .

" You are entitled to your opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts."
Daniel Patrick Moynihan

cerb · ‎03-09-2010

Growing up, my mother always taught me to be a "nice" girl, and to never hurt anyone's feelings. At times that caused me to put up with bad behavior in others much longer than I should have. If I were you I would get a new stylist and not feel guilty about it.

Beguile · ‎05-16-2010

Every time I have changed hair stylists, it has been a positive outcome. It's very scary trying someone new, but don't let that stop you. Move on...I think you'll be pleasantly surpised by the outcome! Best of luck to you!

Scooby Doo · ‎03-14-2010

Well, she is right although she was frustrated when she said it. If her first appointment is late it throws off the whole day. I think you might find the same situation if you change stylists. Depends on how they handle it. I've found the best hairdresser that I've been to in a long time. She is almost always late. One reason is that she drives 45 minutes from her house to the salon. If the weather is bad she is late. If her kids are upset she is late. If her customers are late she is late. Some customers hair takes longer than others. Sometimes she chats too much and doesn't pay attention to the clock. She actually books my appointments longer because I have more hair to deal with than others. But I keep going to her because she's the best. Just depends on how much you want to put up with.

I was going to one stylists who was always late no matter what. I remember one time telling her I wanted the first appt on a Saturday morning to I could get out early. I show up and she already has a color job sitting in the chair. I had to wait for her to finish. That appointment that should have been 90 min turned out to be 4 hours. Another time I had an appt for after work. She was late again. I waited almost 30 min. Then a guy friend of hers came through the door and just went and sat down in the chair and she cut his hair without any explanation. I never went back to her.

On the other hand, I went to a stylist who was always prompt. She got very annoyed with late comers. She had her own salon in her home and I went to her for 10 years. The drive from my house to her was about 40 min. For one appt I left my house in plenty of time, almost an hour before appt time. Wouldn't you know there was a massive traffic jam on the freeway. Sat there without moving for 20 min. When I finally got to her house I was 10 min late. She'd locked the door and wouldn't let me in. I had tried to call her but she didn't answer the phone. So I turned around and got back on the freeway and drove another hour back home. Guess she showed me. Didn't go back there either.

Personally I think that dealing with hairdressers is just as frustrating as dealing with maintenance guys.

drizzellla · ‎03-14-2010

I agree with the other Ladies, maybe it is time to move on. Try someone new. And if you can't find someone you like, go back to her. Maybe taking a break will help, too.

Good Luck

Jackhound Mom · ‎03-09-2010

@LexPex wrote:
I have come here from time to time over the years and have gotten a lot of good advice. Haven't asked for opinions in in awhile but need advice now.

I have been going to my stlylist since 2005 and for the most part I like her work. ( As she and have have aged together it now takes her about 1/2 hour longer to do my hair than the rest of the stylists( who occasionally do my hair) It is bothersome but not a deal breaker.

I'll set the stage by telling you that 90% of the time she is late.... ten minutes to 1/2 hour. I have only been late 3/4 times in all those years. I have mentioned her lateness casually at few times.

In Novemember, I was 15 minutes late.She had a "puss" (my mom's saying) on her face. I said "I told my husband that if I were late, you would be on time" She said "Well the reason I'm late all the time is because of customers like you who show up late" I said "Sorry, but I am hardly ever late" I was angry although I tried not to show it.

Surfice to say, this has been building up. I really no longer enjoy going to the hairdresser probably because my hair and I have been at it for so long. Also the older I get I am sure I my more impatient

do I break up with her or am I just being a*****?

It is scary for me to try a new stylist

TIA for your feedback

Dear LP,

I'm 63 and I would throw in the towel with her. Maybe it's because I'm older but you are paying her so she should be on time and provide the best service she can.

Her "excuse" was not acceptable.