Nelson-the Spa

If you want your hair cut to perfection, go see Brian. I have been to many hair salons and I have never experienced the greatness he provides. I used to leave my old hair salon never feeling completely satisfied with how I looked. So I took a chance and switched to nelsons, where I was put with Brian. My entire family goes and sees him. (he also gives a killer long head massage). People have come up to my family members asking us where we get our hair done. We have recommended many to him. Be prepared to be there for a few hours even if it is just a simple cut. Brain takes his time ensuring that your hair will be perfect and you will get pampered in the process. I cannot recommend him enough and you will NOT be disappointed. Brian for hair president!!!

Erin is great. My wife and I are both very happy with her.

Go see Samantha — she is excellent! I moved to CT 3 years ago and have been going to her by recommendation of a friend ever since. She’s friendly, helpful (if you don’t know what you want to do or are thinking about changing something drastic — she will take the time to educate you), and gives great cuts. I used to have very long hair all the same length and I’ve gradually gotten comfortable cutting shorter and shorter because I know anything Sam does will look great. I think she specializes in color but I don’t color my hair so I can’t comment on that though I hear she’s the best. I followed Samantha to Nelson’s when she closed her shop in Hartford. Nelson’s just relocated around the corner from their old location in West Hartford and the new location is much nicer. Comfortable atmosphere but I miss The Alchemy Studio!

I live in Austin but every time I come to visit my parents I always stop by Nelson’s to get my hair cut by Tracy. My mom has been going to Tracy for the last 4 years. She is awesome! She is perfect for the person who knows exactly what she wants or the person who is unsure. I normally go into her with an idea and she brings to life what I want and what will work for me. As for my mother who is totally clueless, she shows up, Tracy does what looks good on my mom and they have a good conversation.
Not only is she a great hairdresser, she is great person. She opened the salon at 7am for me and my mom because it was around the holidays and she was totally booked.
The location is great because its downtown W. Hartford so you can make an afternoon of it by getting your hair done and then going to one of the surrounding restaurants for lunch!