About Avant Garde salon

Avant Garde salon is a well-known Aveda salon that offers a variety of services, including haircuts, coloring, and spa treatments. The staff is friendly and attentive, always listening carefully to clients’ needs and providing personalized recommendations. Their professionals stay updated on the latest trends and techniques through regular training, ensuring high-quality service. Clients have praised the salon for its relaxing atmosphere, where every detail feels luxurious. The salon’s spa team offers massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures, creating a calming experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making clients feel pampered from start to finish. Many reviews highlight the skill of the stylists, especially Helen, who is known for giving flawless haircuts and making the experience fun and relaxing. The front desk staff also receive praise for their friendliness and efficiency, making check-in and check-out smooth. The comfortable styling and sink chairs add to the overall feeling of being cared for during every visit. Avant Garde salon remains a popular choice for those seeking outstanding service and a memorable, rejuvenating experience.

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Aug 2025
From start to finish, this was truly one of the best salon experiences I’ve ever had! My friend and I booked a haircut appointment with their stylist, Helen, and she completely exceeded our expectations. She gave an incredibly thoughtful consultation, listened carefully to what we wanted, and devoted her full attention to making sure we felt comfortable and confident.

Every detail of the service was perfect, the haircut was flawless, the soothing hair wash was so refreshing, and the hot towel with aroma therapy was such a luxurious touch that made the whole experience feel spa-like. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and every staff member showed genuine hospitality.

I walked out not only loving my hair, but also feeling pampered and cared for. 💆‍♀️✨ I would go back in a heartbeat and highly recommend this place to anyone who wants outstanding service and an unforgettable experience.
Aug 2025
Helen was excellent! Not only did I get a great cut; it was also a relaxing and fun experience. She listened to my needs and gave me exactly what I asked for while also making great suggestions. I felt pampered from the moment I arrived till I left. Will absolutely be back!
Aug 2025
Helen was so kind and engaging. Listened to my wants and needs, while following them exactly. She explained all her motions she was doing and why. I also noticed how skilled Helen is at layering products. That also means she knows her products very well. I can't wait till my next appointment! Also major shout out to the front desk people. Was immediately greeted and offered a beverage. They checked me in quickly, and made check out and rebooking a breeze. Both the styling chairs and sink chairs were exceptionally comfortable. When you have to sit for hours, this is an important detail.

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Hours

Monday: ClosedTuesday: 10AM - 8PM
Wednesday: 10AM - 8PM
Thursday: 10AM - 8PM
Friday: 10AM - 8PM
Saturday: 10AM - 5PM
Sunday: Closed

Tips

price range: average specialties: extensions, asian hair, curly hair, coloring by appointment only wheelchair accessible accepts credit cards good for kids garage parking, private lot parking free wi-fi curly hair, extensions, coloring lgbtq-owned bike parking

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Location

South Shands Retail Parking Garage, 1310 SW 13th St, Gainesville

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