McLaughlin Hair Design

Robert is a wizard! He is simply the best! He gives the best haircuts, hair advice, paints the best balayages, and tones exactly how I like it. For reference, I have dry thick hair. My hair always looks better and feels softer after an appointment with Robert.
Best balayage artist in Seattle. No question.
It’s plain to see that his work speaks for itself
Pro tip: If you have dark hair, and want blonde hair, do not expect it to happen in just one session. Robert is fantastic at maintaining the integrity of your hair while getting you closer to your hair goals!

When I got home from my last appointment, I realized the dye I got was actually very subtle. I don’t blame it on the hair stylist because when I was describing what I wanted the first time, I was a bit reluctant to truly «unleash the dye» and go for a dyed look. It was my first dying experience and I think Robert took that to heart and wanted to let me take baby steps with my hair, after all, you can always go lighter if you want!
After a few days of my new color, I realized I can probably go lighter. I contacted the salon to see if they had a deal for a redo or lightening up. They were so willing to have me come back to get my hair exactly how I wanted it and I was very impressed by their customer service. This time, I felt I could really trust Robert to do his thang, and work his magic on my hair and yes yes he worked it! :)

Robert is simply amazing at what he does!!! Ive tried many different places to get the right color I want. But never had a successful result like Robert could! And what’s really amazing is that I didn’t even have to say too much. He just knew what looks good on me! And he isn’t only good at colors but cut as well. I loved the way he just cut my hair to make them look full and beautiful. I could not believe how my hair looked after he was done. I highly recommend Robert. He is very skilled hair stylist!

Best Hair stylist I have ever been to! Robert is amazing with color and cut. Trust him completely and you won’t be disappointed:) Loved my results !

I was bummed out when my favorite salon in Seattle was overbooked for 3 weeks out and I needed my hair to be done STAT! Not only was I overdue for a cut but the super blonde ombré balayage needed to go because summer was over. I was desperate but and didn’t want to settle for a mediocre stylist/​salon, so I got on Unilocal and googled «hair» in the seattle area and that when I found Robert and was completely INLOVE with his work and technique.
When I walked in I was welcome with Robert infectious smile and warm personality. He listened to what I wanted in a cut and color and PERFECTED IT! God blessss this man and his shears!
Oh ladiesss, my cut and balayage costed 60% LESS than what I’m use to paying at my original salon. Winning! :)

Robert Chard is by far the best hair ‘artist’ period! I’ve embarrassingly been to extremely high end salons in Beverly Hills and without question his eye for color surpassed what I received everywhere else combined with his ability to cut makes it a win win. I’ve also been to one of the most highly rated salons here in Seattle, (rhymes with ‘Fang’) and Robert blows all of them out of the water.
He uses a french hair dye that’s the absolute best and I’ve never had such natural highlights. I have a rich chocolate color now which lasts much longer than other products between touchups that I’ve had in the past. Also, he’s amazing at styling!
He will be followed and I’m so grateful I found him. :)

I was referred to Robert Chard by my spa gal who does my waxing. And I must say he does bot disappoint! Robert cares about what you want, will make adjustments to your liking and you never feel rushed or pushed into anything for cut or color. My bestie/​stylist did my hair for years and this is the first time I’ve walked away from a hair appointment happy. Thank you Robert!

Kimberly Robinson is the most amazing hairstylist ever! She really takes the time to listen to your biggest hair dreams and desires and she makes everyone of them come true with her mad hair skills and techniques. I would never let anyone else get near my head. Mad props to Kimmy!

Love Robert! If you have fine hair, this is the guy for you. Young personable and always educating himself on the best of the new trends and products.

Robert is wonderful! I have followed him to McLaughlin from his previous employers and I will follow him wherever he goes. The first time I met him I told him that hair is hair and it grows back, then went off on a long list of specifications regarding what I didn’t want him to do. He didn’t bat an eye and he gave me a great cut! I have thick, questionably straight, course asian hair and he made it look amazing.
I recently decided to dye my hair for the first time in over 10 years and went back and forth with Robert on what he felt would suit my cut and my natural coloring. I told him I wanted something low maintenance and he ended up giving me a beautiful ash blonde/​brunette balayage which faded perfectly into my natural dark brown hair color.
I am writing this review to tell you to go see Robert, but every other person I’ve met that works at this salon has been super fun and I’ve never seen someone look upset at the service they received.

Robert rocks as a hairdresser as well as a person. Reasonable prices and organic products.

Robert, Robert, Robert! He is AMAZING!!!
I was referred to him by a good friend who has been seeing him for years, and I was thoroughly pleased. He is a great listener (which in my experience has been difficult to find), and he understood exactly what I needed without me even having to explain much. I can’t wait to come back! :)

Robert Chard is AMAZING!!! I was referred to Robert by my niece because her hair always looked so great. She had been going to him for years! Robert did exactly what I wanted. He definitely knows what he’s doing and has great attention to detail and color. He is such a sweet person and makes you feel so comfortable. You can tell that he is passionate about what he does. I have received so many compliments on my hair and how gorgeous the color is. I would highly recommend him.

I’m in love with Robert Chard! He did a fantastic job on my balayage. He sat me down and just listened to what I wanted. He always delivers and makes the appointment all about me. He really goes out of his way to make me feel comfortable and genuinely cares about all his clients. I highly recommend him!

I came to McLaughlin hair design for the first time because it was close to home! I was so excited when I left to finally have found a place that can cut my hair the way I ask them to and it being so close was an added bonus! I’ve been coming here for years now and think the world of Kimberly! She is always in such an awesome mood and has tons of funny stories to keep you entertained while she magically turns your tired look into Victoria’s Secret hair!!! She is amazing and definitely worth the trip to magnolia to see her in action!

Fantastic place to have your hair cut in Magnolia. Robert provides a high quality mens haircut and takes the time to individualize the haircut to what you are looking for. He is personable, friendly and clearly cares about the results of his haircuts. Would recommend this great salon and plan to return again. Thanks McLaughlin Hair Design for a quality haircut with great service.

I’ve wanted to go «golden/​blonde» for a long time but never had the guts or perhaps the trust in a hair stylist to give me the results that I wanted. After seeing photos of my friend’s amazing new hair color – I knew I needed to try her stylist! Robert Chard is amazing at his craft and I am absolutely in love with my new golden ash blonde balayage highlights. I really like how dramatically different my hair can look depending on how I’ve decided to style it. I’m excited to have found Robert and I can’t wait to see him again as he’ll be the only one coloring my hair!

I finally asked my friend who always has beautifully colored hair and she referred me to her stylist, Robert. I had long stopped dying my hair because I couldn’t find a consistent hair colorist. His balayage work was amazing. It also lasted for months. I was getting compliments on my hair long after I was due for a touchup. He has a great customer service ethic and really takes the time to listen. He understands how to get what you want but provides the professional feedback that you need. Don’t be afraid to let him flex his hair-​tastic abilities. I would highly recommend making an appointment with him.

I got referred to Robert by my friend who ALWAYS has great hair. I needed a new hair stylist and am BEYOND happy to now say that Robert is that guy, and I don’t plan on seeing anyone else.
On top of being amazing at cutting hair he is also one of the nicest humans I’ve met. He genuinely cares about his clients and wants you to have YOUR best cut. He gave me a good cut great dimension and also colored my hair for the first time! He takes the time to consult and explain what he’s thinking and his vision.
I am sooooo happy to have met this hair guru and love my current look… I also can’t wait to see what he has in store for me next time.

Robert recently started at McLaughlin’s Hair design and of course I was his first client because.
A. HE IS AMAZING
B. WILL MAKE YOU LOOK/​FEEL LIKE A MILLION BUCKS
C. HE IS HILARIOUS; IF YOU WANT A GOOD LAUGH OR JUST HAVING A ROUGH DAY STOP BY AND HAVE ALL YOUR TROUBLES MELT AWAY.
D. YOU WILL WALK OUT LOOKING LIKE A CELEBRITY
E. HE CAN MAKE THE UGLIEST OF HAIR LOOK HEALTHY AND SHINY.
I honestly could go on forever about how fantastic Robert is… I met him while he was still in beauty school and have followed (aka stalked) him at every salon he has been at since because he is worth it!!!
The salon itself is cute, cozy, and surrounded by a wonderful neighborhood!
If you haven’t already, go see Robert!!! You will not regret it!!!