Consultation and design choices
Your appointment with an Advanced Creative Director begins with a short consultation to define the look that suits your event, hair type, and personal style. We review reference photos, note hair length and thickness, and explain that listed pricing is a starting rate across nine stylist levels from New Talent Artist to Lead Atelier Director.
Because long or very thick hair requires more product and time, an extra charge may apply; the stylist will confirm that during booking or at consultation. Local considerations—like arriving from the Red Bank train or planning around a Count Basie show—help shape timing and finish choices to suit your schedule and the season.
Shampoo, prep and blowdry
This service includes a professional shampoo and blowdry as part of the styling appointment. Shampooing prepares the hair for shaping and helps product absorb evenly; blowdry establishes the foundation for pins, texture, or smooth finishes. The Advanced Creative Director supervises the prep so your updo is built on a controlled, workable base rather than on unprepared hair.
Prep choices influence how the style holds in Shrewsbury’s four-season climate: humid summers can increase frizz while dry winter air affects texture. The stylist will select the appropriate level of smoothing or texturizing during the blowdry to balance your hair’s natural behavior with the desired final shape, and to minimize unexpected changes during your event.
Finishing, longevity and events
Finishing includes securing the style, refining silhouette and adding any requested accessories. The Advanced Creative Director sets the balance between a polished look and practical longevity—pins and products are placed for secure wear without excessive stiffness. For clients attending local events such as Count Basie performances or waterfront outings, we tailor finishes for travel and venue conditions.
When booking, remember the starting price is $139 and that the salon uses a nine-level pricing scale across staff seniority. Bring inspiration photos and any accessories you want attached. If you’re commuting via Route 35 or Red Bank station, plan arrival time that accounts for travel and any quick adjustments before your event.
