The space is gorgeous and clean, Yvonne was AMAZING she completely transformed my hair which had been improperly cut before.. I got color and a diva cut from her and Iβm in love with the results. Everyone in the studio was kind, genuine, and accomodating. One of the girls up front (I didnβt catch her name) was super sweet and fixed my two nails that I had gotten done the day before at a different location. I will definitely be returning and bringing my friends with me!! Thank you Cavalry Salon! π€
Iβve seen Jessi twice for a Deva cut and color and have been very pleased with her work. She takes the time to really listen to what you want, follows through, and then checks in with you at the end of the service to make sure youβre satisfied (with the reassurance that you can come back if you notice something later). I didnβt feel rushed at all when I provided feedback that I wanted a few more layers in the back at the end of the appointment. She looked at the curls with attention and took the time to make sure I was satisfied with the result. Iβll be back!
I went in to see Jessi last week for a full balayage. She listened to everything I asked for and I love how my hair turned out! Jessi provided a lot of information on products and my hair type and was super helpful. I went from a brassy color to a nice cool/neutral blonde that I love. I will definitely go back for balayage touchups and haircuts in the future.
Jessi did an AMAZING job with my hair. I have curly, short hair and most hairdressers look apprehensive as soon as I walk into the salon, but she accommodated everything I wanted and really took time to make sure I looked good. Would go back in a heartbeat!
Hava is the first hair stylist in DC that Iβve actually returned to, and Iβve gone back 5 or 6 times now. She always gives me exactly what I want with my hair, and continuously checks in to make sure Iβm happy with the results for both cut and color. Iβve recommended multiple friends to her and they loved her as well.
I got my hair done today at Cavalry Salon by Hava and was incredibly impressed! This was the first time getting my hair styled and cut in over a year so it had a lot of breakage and split ends, but Hava worked magic and completely transformed it and Im loving my new look! I was impressed by her warm and positive energy and the overall hospitality of the salon. The 4+ hours it took to get the whole treatment done went by fairly quickly since everyone was so warm and professional. Will definitely be back and highly recommend Hava if you visit this salon!
Update: I returned for regular maintenance and I had an amazing time again! Yvonne takes such good care of me, and she has great attention to detail. She saw a part that she didnt like in my after photos and invited me back to fix it. She really is great and very talented! I trust her absolutely to keep my hair looking beautiful and most importantly healthy!!I had such an amazing experience at Cavalry. Yvonne took care of me through a big hair transformation and I was nervous but not I have zero regrets. It was amazing, I am so happy how my hair turned out. I went from virgin dirty blond to icy silver. It took two treatments and I could tell Yvonne was very in tune with the health of my hair the whole time. So great, so sweet, totally recommend for hair color!
Yvonne gave me my first haircut since the pandemic hit, and she did such an amazing job! I am OBSESSED with my new style! She even talked me through what she did in straightforward terminology so that I know how to describe what I like in the future, which I really appreciated. Thanks so much, Yvonne!!
I cannot say enough great things about this gem of a salon. I am the most particular person I know when it comes to my nails and Aliya has been my go-to for my nails for almost 4 years now- Ive followed her to multiple salons, but this is by far my favorite one! Now I get my haircut there by Hava, eyelash extensions by Yvonne...its my one-stop-shop for all things beauty related. This is truly a hidden gem in Dupont and you wont find friendlier or more knowledgeable beauty professionals anywhere else in the city (trust me, Ive looked everywhere). Book your appointment online here today!!!UPDATE: recently got my haircut for a second time by Hava and just some face framing highlights in the front. You know your stylist is good when you ask her to give you more highlights but she respectfully declines/strongly suggests I reconsider because the natural highlights in my hair are too nice to mess up! I love what she did to give my hair more volume and I totally trust her! See pics!!!
This was the best experience Ive ever had getting my hair done! Not only is Yvonne the best balayage hair stylist I know, but she cut my hair so nicely too. Also, she, and the rest of the team took the pandemic guidelines so seriously. You can really tell they care about the wellbeing of their clients, employees, and community. I felt really safe and could not have been happier with the outcome. I will definitely be coming back!
I have now been going to Hava for years and I truly do not trust anyone else with my hair! If you are looking for balayage or highlights, she is your woman in DC/NOVA!!When I first came to Hava, my hair was a wreck from a less skilled colorist and she totally transformed my hair. Hava has been a hair stylist for over 30 years and she is truly a master. I tend to like to go a bit darker in fall and lighter in spring, and she helps me to transition flawlessly with minimal damage. She also does such an excellent job at blending that all of her styles grow out really nicely, which means less maintenance required. She is so sweet and accommodating too!Cavalry is a beautiful Dupont salon. It is always very relaxing experience -- wine is complementary with your cut or color! I really cannot recommend Cavalry and Hava more!
I am late at writing this review but when I say Hava is great! She is really great. She is a very kind and sweet person who takes time to do the most perfect hair colour possible. She has a way with her colours and her styling wands. Definitely recommend.
Sennie is so awesome and has done such a great job doing my hair!
I had one of the best experiences here no question. I came in to see Hava after a not so great experience from a different salon and she went above and beyond for me. My hair was so dry and patchy but she made me look incredible!! Her warm energy and professionalism is unmatched! I cannot recommend her and this salon enough. I will definitely be coming to see her from now on.
Amazing experience!! Super easy booking process, friendly staff, and everything was on time. I have dark brown hair/roots and got a lighter balayage for the first time. Hava was amazing!! She is so sweet and did a phenomenal job coloring/styling my hair - especially with how dark it was.
Hava is the best colorist and gives consistently perfect hair cuts! she transforms my hair every time and i get so many compliments. I could not recommend her enough she is not only talented but so kind!
Jessi is back in town! Jessi was my hair stylist for years prior to her moving away and I couldnβt be happier she is back in the DC area! Sheβs a premiere hair stylist who has the best interests for your hair while still accomplishing what you want to get done. She talks you through the process whether youβre getting color put in or out, bleaching your hair or getting a hair cut. Everyone should ask for Jessi when needing a great day at the salon! I always feel so pampered and beautiful after having her bless my hair!
Yvonne is one of the best hairstylist Ive had! She does wonderful diva cuts and is amazing with difficult curls.
I have been attending this salon for manicures and pedicures for over two years now and every experience Iβve had has been AMAZING! The entire establishment is very peaceful and CLEAN. The sanitization of all the stations, wash bowls, and equipment used is overall superb! I love going to this salon because every stylist and nail technician even the receptionists give great customer service and the price is definitely worth it. The pleasant staff makes the experience here ten times greater. I definitely recommend this business and all five stars are well deserved.
GO TO HUY!!! I brought in a creative idea for my nails and not only did he do exactly what I wanted, he also took his time to really make my nails perfect. Everyone in the salon was extremely friendly and I couldnt have been happier with my experience. Cant wait to go back! I also have received so many compliments on my nails :)
Hava is amazing!!!! She transforms my hair every time and is such a sweet person. I have incredibly thick, dark hair and Hava is so patient with me and helps me get the hair I want!!
Come to Hava hair stylist !! :) I promise you you wonβt regret . Been coming here for two years now . Itβs worth it !!!
I havenβt cut my hair in a year since COVID. I was hesitant to go to a new hair salon as I usually just use the same one. Not only did Hava do an AMAZING job on my hair but she was so warm and friendly :). She made the experience that much better and I will be coming back in the future!
Hava is a magician with blonde hair! She did such amazing work, was on time and efficient, and a joy to talk to. Iβll be making myself a regular to her from now on!
I am now a proud regular at Cavalry Salon! Yvonne has done a fantastic blonde balayage for me twice now, and I cant wait to go back to get my roots touched up! Ive gotten compliments from everyone, even my grandpa. As a blonde, I know it can be challenging to get a natural look, so I did my research on salons when I moved to DC. Im so glad for Yvonne, who has loads of experience with blonde hair (check out her Instagram @hairbyyvonnele), and I trust her instincts to make my hair look gorgeous! Yvonne is both an artist and a perfectionist: she has an eye for detail, and Ive seen her spend extra time with clients to make sure everything is perfect, down to the last strand. I had a work event the same evening, and she even went out of her way to help style my curls for the big gala. I cant wait to be back!
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Thanks for another great cut, Yvonne!
Cavalry Salon is amazing! The staff is so friendly and the salon is so clean. This is my favorite place to get a manicure and pedicure in DC! Aliya always does the best job!!
Hava did an absolutely amazing job!!! I never trusted anyone to color my hair in the past making her the first person to do it! She took her time and made sure my hair turned out exactly how I wanted even if it meant it would take her four hours and she had to push back her next client by an hour! So sweet and listens to the client!! Makes you feel comfortable and continues to check in on you as her client. Offered food and drinks throughout my appointment. Will definitely come back in the future.
Hava and Yvonne always does a stunning job with my hair! Im from NY but I make sure to stop by Calvary and get my hair done by them! They are the BEST in the game. They fixed my damaged hair! If you want your hair looking HEALTHY and GORGEOUS, I highly recommend them!
This salon is amazing! It is super clean, the staff are very friendly, and they have a huge selection of polish colors to chose from. Aliya does the best SNS dip powder manicures and she is so sweet!
Aliya is by far the most incredible nail tech Iβve ever had. I continue to visit Cavalry strictly for Aliyaβs service and craftsmanship. She has not only become a friend but her manicures cannot be beat. I 10/10 recommend visiting Cavalry if youβre in the city but be sure to book your apt ahead of time because Aliya can get busy!
Yvonne is wonderful for hair color! I saw the same colorist in my former city for nearly ten years, moved to D.C. and have struggled to find a colorist who was the right match. I visited four colorists before visiting Yvonne, and I am beyond grateful to have found her. She is not the type of colorist whose ego gets in the way of her work. She truly listens, is highly-skilled, kind, and epitomizes professionalism. I love my color and cannot recommend her enough. I am grateful to have found the hair colorist whom I will always visit as long as I am living in D.C.
I lived in DC for three years and spent about 1.5 of those years looking for a solid mani/pedi. Aliya at Cavalry is truly an artist at her craft. While providing a fantastic customer experience, one always feels appreciated when taking business there. If it made sense to drive 6 hours round trip for a mani/pedi from Aliya at Cavalry, I would in a heartbeat. Aliya and Cavalry provide the best service in the DMV.
This is the absolute best place for everything beauty. My pedis and manicures are always done to perfection and I only get my hair cut with the lovely ladies at Cavalry. Yvonne is my go to and I always walk out feeling like a million bucks. The owners and staff are so friendly and go out of their way to make every visit a great experience. Highly recommend
Such an amazing haircut...absolutely love.
If you want the best balayage youβve ever had, go see Yvonne! She is a hair queen, and knows exactly what she is doing. Even better, she is so kind and so is the rest of the staff. My hair has never looked better and Iβve found my new hair dresser!
This is one of the best nail salons I have ever been to! There is a complimentary glass of wine and they are the most personable people I have ever met. We had great conversation and even better nails. When you leave, they offer a free OPI nail color. I love this place and I will be coming back monthly!!
Iβve never had such a wonderful curly hair cut! Have tried so many places and Elena at Cavalry is absolutely the best. Will be coming back and bringing all the curly-haired ladies I know. Everyone there was welcoming, fabulous, and professional. Would give 6 stars!
I had a great experience at Cavalry Salon! I recently moved here and was a little nervous about finding a new salon. I was able to get an appt exactly when I wanted and was kindly greeted upon arrival. John & Yvonne (who did my hair) were so nice and genuine. Yvonne nailed my blonde (blonde is not easy for everyone & Iβm very picky.) The salon atmosphere was great too. I visited on a Saturday & it was quiet and relaxing.
Iβm so glad I found this place in DC! After trying different nail salons that werenβt working out for me, I happened to find Cavalry by chance. Itβs perfectly located and everyone is welcoming and nice. Aliyah is the best for everything nails and is always going above and beyond to make sure Iβm happy with the end result and their color selection is on point. I have never had a bad experience here. Highly recommend!
When I first moved to DC I had the hardest time finding someone for blonde highlights. I tried multiple hairstylists my first few years. I finally found Yvonne and have gone to her ever since! My highlights are never brassy nor too bleached. They always look so natural. She always listens to what I want and knows exactly what I mean. On top of the great highlights, Yvonne and the staff at Cavalry are absolutely wonderful. I would highly recommend Cavalry!
It was so wonderful being back at Cavalry after its doors were shut for several months due to the pandemic. I was nervous to be in an enclosed space but felt such relief when I saw the plastic partitions theyve put up around each nail station separating you from the nail technician, just like at a bank. Theyve also reduced the seating from 6 customers to 3 for manicures so that there is adequate space between people. And theyve spaced out the pedicure chairs, leaving at least 1 empty chair in between customers, in addition to putting up plastic partitions to protect customers and nail technicians from each other. Its a whole wall of thick plastic between you and your nail technician! My nail technician, Aliya, was wearing a surgical mask with a plastic shield on top, in addition to plastic goggles. Cavalry is taking safety really seriously and I very much appreciate it! So glad I went back to see them!
I want to preface this by saying Yvonne told me that she will NOT refund me if I write a bad review. I told her that I would write a completely truthful review and that I would let the pictures speak for themselves. She charged me $410 (not including tip) for this hair. When I returned the day after to have her fix my hair, Yvonne only had excuses.She told me that my hair is too dark and hard to bleach. She said I told you the hair doesnt always turn out exactly as in the picture. This is not slightly different hair than the picture - it is an obviously amateur and blotchy bleach job, to say nothing of the attempted balayage. You can see banding very clearly around the middle and the tips of my hair, even in the Day 2 hair which Yvonne claimed in the salon was perfect and beautiful. I pointed out the obvious banding to her and she said oh, you care about every strand of hair? Yes, Yvonne, I do, but even so the pictures clearly show you screwed up on more than one.I was refunded $400 via Venmo, which is one reason I am comfortable writing this review. However, Yvonne will never be able to refund the lost time, the emotional stress, and the new hair appointment I now have to schedule for myself.Stay away. And, if youre a long-time client, know that they probably gossip about you in front of other customers.
Yvonne is an amazing stylist! Very professional and I am beyond impressed with the results. It was my first experience at Cavalry and I would recommend it to any and everyone. Over 5 stars!
I was traveling though DC and stopped by for a haircut. Hava did a great job. During COVID I liked how clean and spaced out their salon was.
Amazing place! Everyone is so friendly and they keep the wine flowing. My hair and nails have never looked better. Give them a try, you wonβt regret it!
This is one of the most thorough salons Iβve ever visited! Very clean and you can tell the technicians care about their work by the time they take to make sure their clients receive a beautiful service. Happy to return knowing that I will receive quality service that will last.
Great nail salon! Super friendly staff, very clean space and excellent service!
Yvonne and everyone else here are so nice and helpful. The staff are courteous and you can trust youβll get a great cut, man or woman. They listen to what you ask for and recommend what they think would look best. For the price, you canβt do better. Itβs also in a fantastic location. I definitely recommend.
Cavalry Salon is the best salon Iβve ever been to. Tory is the nicest & knowledgeable person! And the salon owners John, Yvonne, and stylists all make me feel at home. The space is very quaint and has a welcoming atmosphere. Elena is the best curl stylist and sheβs soooo sweet! Overall you have to go here to feel so tranquil and warmly welcomed.
I cant say enough amazing things about cavalry (especially Yvonne the salon owner and the nail technician Aliya who I have gone to for years). I truly feel like part of the family at cavalry. About 10 of my friends and I are loyal clients because the salon is always clean and the work is high quality. Aliya makes you feel like the most beautiful person in the world, always has a positive attitude, and does the BEST job. I get SNS because my nails dont hold polish at all, and she makes it so that it lasts for at least 3 weeks. She also fixes any issues if they do come up for free.I have the worst nails and cuticles and she spends however long she needs to making me look great. During these crazy times, they have taken every precaution to keep everything safe (placing barriers between employees and clients, using hand sanitizer and taking temperatures upon entry, etc). I will be a lifelong client!
The quality of work they do as a collective group here at Cavalry Day Spa is incredible. From the phone interaction all the way to me coming in for my appointment and getting through the service is something you will need to experience yourself. Will always be my first choice from here on out. The customer service is the best Ive witnessed and experienced I was left feeling important and incredible.
I am new to D.C. and am so happy that I found this wonderful nail salon. They have the best guest service and are everyone is so sweet. My nails always look amazing afterwards! I definitely recommend coming! β€οΈ
I went to Cavalry Salon for the first time today, and had a wonderful experience. My stylist, Penny, was incredibly friendly and did an amazing job with my balayage coloring. All of the staff is also extremely professional and kind, and I will definitely be back!
Paid $35 for the laziest manicure Iβve ever gotten. Was not offered water or anything to drink. Staff did not even properly remove the color I had before which is extremely annoying. She was rude and in a mood. I should have not had had to pay for this. Took photo of manicure and can share. Very disappointed.
Yvonne is the BEST hair dresser in DC. Iβve gone to many different hair dressers and her color and cut is always perfect. The price is affordable and she is very accommodating with my schedule. Highly recommend!!
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Le is the BEST OF THE BEST! Never had a hairstylist who knows her stuff like Le. She always know to style my hair because of my flat head. I will take time off from work to meet with her schedule because she is worth my time and $. I would never go to anyone else to cut my hair as long as Le around. Thank you LE.
Love Cavalry! Itβs my go-to for beauty in DuPont. Yvonne does a beautiful job with my brunette hair every time and my nails are always perfect. Definitely recommend to anyone.
Wonderful service and wonderful people. My girlfriends and I were there twice to have our nails done. My friend had gel manicure that lasted three weeks. And we both had wonderful experience with our pedicure. On top of great service they serve complimentary wine and other beverages. Prices are good too. You will not be disappointed.
This place is absolutely amazing! We stumbled upon this place accidentally and immediately fell in love. Everyone is friendly and embraced me like a long time customer! I will definitely be coming back β€οΈ
I love this place. This is my new spot. They took me in when I came late and gave me a phenomenal overlay and pedicure. Anna did my nails and Angel did my pedicure. The whole staff was nice and accommodating. Will definitely be back.
Yvonne has been cutting and coloring my hair for the last few months and I have been so, so happy with the results! Her balayage is perfectly blended and she takes the time to see what you really want. Her whole team is great too!
This is the second time that Yvonne gives me the makeover of life!!! I would recommend her to anyone especially those gals out there like me with crazy curly hair. She works with thick hair and makes it marvelous!
I love Cavalry! I come here all the time to get my gel manicure and pedicure. Aliyah is absolutely amazing! She is super attentive, professional, and overall amazing. Ask for her when you come to Cavalry!
Penny Jezerski and the entire staff at Cavalry are AMAZING!!!! My hair was a disaster and they saved it no problem, and were so warm and welcoming. Over all amazing service and amazing outcome! Loved this experience!
Took a trip with my 5 year old daughter to DC for Labor Day weekend.They were definitely awesome in listening to what my daughter wanted and followed her instructions.Any was vey delightful in caring for you like she was her kid, and even re-applied different shade of βsparklingly pinkβ to fit my daughter UNIQUE pink taste.Would stop by again during my next visit.
Cavalry is my go-to place in DC for manicures and pedicures. The space is clean and hygienic (they line their pedicure tubs with disposable plastic liners which gives an extra confidence boost on the cleanliness!) and they have a great selection of polish colors. Aliya is my specialist and she is friendly, detailed, and delivers a consistently beautiful result! Plus, they offer complimentary wine and drinks, which always makes the experience even a little more fun.
Emerald cut my hair, and from now on she is the only one I trust! She did a phenomenal job! She made sure I was comfortable the whole time. When the service began she said we are doing this together, and we did just that. She educated me throughout the whole service... from how much she was cutting, products used, the health of my hair, and most important how to up keep and style it myself at home. Overall amazing experience with her! (Highly recommend)
I am very picky with who gets to do my hair but Im so glad that Ive found a great stylist..Kelly Marie is awesome! If youre looking for a talented stylist, see Kelly Marie!My hair is medium-length, curly, and gets really frizzy. She was able to cut and style my hair where now its so easy to style. I love the length and she even gave me tips to keep the frizz away.The salon is clean, well-kept, and in a good location. The decor is very chic! As soon as I walked in, the receptionist was very friendly and the service is great. I would definitely recommend this salon to anyone looking for a stylist to see frequently. Great spot and great stylist!
I had a hard time finding a place in DC that matched the color and look I was getting where I previously lived. Cavalry and Yvonne exceeded my expectations. Yvonne is a blonde master! I love my highlights and cut. Also, everyone at the salon is always so friendly and helpful. And the location is incredibly convenient!! I highly recommend checking them out.
I loved the service here. Professional and clean. Generous wine offer. Really enjoyed my experience here. Give it a try. Wont regret it!
I have had two haircuts so far from here and I have absolutely loved them! Yvonne has cut my hair both times and she knows EXACTLY what she is doing and cuts my hair exactly how I want it. Yvonne also recommended me a certain shampoo they sell in store for my dry hair. Each time I have been there I have felt welcomed and the salon has a very positive and relaxed ambiance. Also, their receptionist Tory is a sweetheart.
Hava did a cut and color for me and did a excellent job. She was very friendly and took great care of me! Very easy to schedule and convenient location to the DuPont metro.
By far best nail salon i have been to in dc! they always take great care of me and have great prices. canβt beat them!!
I have the pickiest taste when it comes to my highlights. Im a natural brunette from Florida, so a clean blonde is important to me. Yvonne is so detail oriented and knowledgeable about what your hair needs! I have never been happier with a colorist in DC. I will definitely be going back! 110% recommend! On top of that, the entire team at the salon was so friendly and conversational - which always makes the trip to the salon even better! Thank you Yvonne and team at Cavalry!
I love this salon. Itβs the only place I now go in DC to get my nails and toes done. Itβs clean and relaxing and the staff is very nice and professional. Other salons Iβve been to feel dirty, rushed, and crowded β but never Cavalry. So happy i found this place (Iβve never had my hair done here but the hair studio looks great).
Excellent experience! My friend and I were taken care of with care and hospitality. It felt like being invited into someoneβs home. Our nails were fantastic!
An awesome experience I love Yvonne. She always does such a good job on my hair! I always get it cut and dyed by her.
Iβm in AWE!! from the service to the way my hair turned out, I have never had a salon experience like this! Worth every penny, Hava is an angel, canβt wait to be back β€οΈ
I love this salon!!! Very friendly and professional staff. Iβve come for a month now for gel manicures and pedicure and leave pleasantly pleased every time.
Amazing hair for my daughter and I! Both have curly hair that is hard to style and cut. Cavalry surpassed our expectations!
Great salon! Best gel manicure Ive had in years, super quick and Ngan did an awesome job. Super friendly and efficient staff! Will definitely visit again, great pricing too.