Antoine’s De Paris

really a great little gem in downtown hingham. it’s a tiny little place, only two chairs, and what seems like a two person staff. when I was there siham washed and shampooed my hair, while antoine did the cut and styling. they were both very polite and clearly knew what they were doing and didn’t waste any time. my cut and blowdry was $ 45, and definitely worth it. one thing to know is that they are cash only, but there are a couple of atms close by so that shouldn’t be an issue. try them out!

After years of tolerating the traffic into Boston, the $ 30 parking and prices consistent with sky high Newbury Street rents, I tried many of the South Shore’s «best» salons. Many «so so» do’s later, I was ready to admit that really great color and fabulous cuts demanded sacrificing half a day to the hair salon gods and tempermental «artistes» in Boston. Then I happened on Antoine’s right in Hingham Square. Antoine, an absolutely lovely man, trained in Paris, is a master at both cut and color. I hadn’t realized that I stopped getting compliments on my hair when I swore off Newbury Street until I started getting them again when I put my hair in Antoine’s talented hands. Clientele run the gamut from 20 something to «women of a certain age» and a few men. I’ve seen him create everything from edgy modern looks to classic polished professional looks. Great coffee, on-​site parking and the very attentive Siham’s wonderful scalp massage and friendly manner, make a trip to Antoine de Paris relaxing and stress-​free. A testament to this top tier stylist is hair that still looks great even weeks after the salon visit. Best of all, women often stop me to ask «Who does your hair?» I think that’s a sign that your hair looks great.