Isabella Laurent
Creative Director & Master Stylist
15 Years of Craft
- Precision Cutting98%
- Editorial Styling95%
- Creative Color90%
Est. 2009 — New York
The Art of Timeless Beauty
A Parisian-spirited maison on Madison Avenue, where master artisans practice hair, skin and beauty as haute couture.
0+Years of Craft
0+Happy Clients
0Expert Stylists
0Industry Awards
The Madison Avenue atelier
I.
Our Maison
A House Built on Craft
Sixteen years ago, two artisans opened a two-chair studio above a Madison Avenue bookshop with one conviction: that beauty deserves the patience of haute couture. Today the maison spans a full atelier of eighteen artists, a color laboratory and a skin and spa wing — yet every appointment still begins the same way, with a conversation, a ritual and an unhurried hour.
Mission
To deliver couture-level craft in every cut, color and treatment — never rushed, always considered.
Vision
A maison where beauty is a practiced art form and every guest leaves carrying a little more light.
Philosophy
Craft over volume. Ritual over routine. The quiet confidence of work done beautifully.
The Maison Through the Years
Our founders open a two-chair studio above a Madison Avenue bookshop with a single belief: craft over volume.
II.
The Menu
Services of the Maison
Every service begins with a private consultation. Prices are starting points; your artisan will confirm a precise quote.
Signature Precision CutBeloved
$95Consultation, precision cut, wash and finish by a master stylist.— 60 min
Creative Director Cut
$160A transformative cut designed with our creative director.— 75 min
Fringe & Shape Refresh
$40Quick maintenance trim to keep your shape sharp between visits.— 25 min
Kids Cut (under 12)
$45Gentle, patient cutting for our youngest guests.— 30 min
III.
The Atelier
The Artisans
Sofia Reyes
Senior Colorist
11 Years of Craft
- Balayage97%
- Color Correction94%
- Blonding92%
Amara Chen
Texture & Treatment Expert
9 Years of Craft
- Curl Sculpting96%
- Scalp Therapy93%
- Smoothing Systems90%
Marcus Cole
Master Barber & Grooming Specialist
12 Years of Craft
- Skin Fades98%
- Beard Design95%
- Classic Shaves97%
Yuna Park
K-Beauty & Skincare Specialist
8 Years of Craft
- Glass Skin Facials97%
- Skin Analysis94%
- Gua Sha Sculpting91%
Elena Volkov
Bridal & Editorial Makeup Artist
10 Years of Craft
- Bridal Glam98%
- Editorial Looks93%
- Airbrush95%
Seasonal Edit — 25% off your first visit
IV.
Curated Experiences
Signature Packages
First Visit Welcome
Your introduction to the house
$79$105
- Signature precision cut
- Relaxing wash ritual
- Blow-dry finish
- Personal product consultation
Seller
The Signature Experience
Our most loved afternoon
$295$360
- Precision cut and style
- Dimensional gloss treatment
- Signature glow facial
- Luxury manicure
- Champagne service
Seasonal Glow Edit
Limited edition this season
$185$240
- Hydra-dew facial infusion
- Babylights touch-up
- Olaplex bond rebuild
- Take-home mini ritual kit
Bridal Royale
Everything for the big day
$690
- Full trial session
- Wedding-day hair and makeup
- Pre-wedding glow facial
- Touch-up kit and on-call artist
- Bridal party coordination
Gentleman's Reserve
The complete grooming hour
$145$175
- Precision cut and fade
- Hot-towel straight shave
- Charcoal detox facial
- Scalp massage and tonic
VIP Membership
Priority everything, all year
$89/month
- One signature service monthly
- 15% off all services and retail
- Priority weekend booking
- Exclusive member events
- Complimentary birthday blowout
VI.
The Portfolio
Transformations
Balayage & Gloss — From flat single-tone to hand-painted, dimensional warmth.
VII.
The Apothecary
On Our Shelves
Featured Collection
Kérastase
Paris, France
Haute couture hair care
Parisian luxury hair care with targeted rituals for every diagnosis, from densifying serums to nutrition masques.
- Elixir Ultime Oil$49
- Nutritive Masquintense$64
Olaplex
California, USA
Patented bond-building technology that repairs hair from the inside out. The backbone of every color service we perform.
- No.3 Hair Perfector$30
- No.7 Bonding Oil$30
Oribe
New York, USA
Editorial styling products beloved backstage at fashion week. Performance formulas wrapped in iconic packaging.
- Dry Texturizing Spray$52
- Gold Lust Shampoo$49
Davines
Parma, Italy
Carbon-neutral, B-Corp certified Italian hair care blending sustainability with salon-grade performance.
- OI All In One Milk$38
- LOVE Smoothing Shampoo$34
Moroccanoil
Tel Aviv / New York
The argan oil pioneers. Deep hydration and shine for every texture, from fine waves to dense coils.
- Treatment Original$48
- Intense Hydrating Mask$44
Dyson Professional
Malmesbury, UK
Intelligent heat control tools that protect hair while we style. Every station is equipped with the full Dyson suite.
- Supersonic Dryer$429
- Airwrap Styler$599
VIII.
Words From Our Guests
In Their Words
I have chased the perfect balayage through four cities. Sofia nailed it on the first appointment, and the color has grown out beautifully for five months. This place is in another league.
Charlotte Hayes
Marketing Director — Balayage & Cut
01 / 08
- 4.9/5
- Average Rating
- 2,300+
- Verified Reviews
- 92%
- Return Rate
- 68%
- Referral Clients
Google Reviews 4.9
IX.
Find Us
Visit the Maison
248 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Hours of the House
| Monday | 10:00 AM — 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM — 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM — 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM — 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM — 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM — 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Arriving & Parking
- Validated parking at 250 Madison Garage (2 hours free)
- Street parking on E 38th and E 39th after 6 PM
- Two blocks from Grand Central (4, 5, 6, 7, S lines)
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