The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

394-396 St John Street, Islington, Greater London, EC1V 4NJ

About us

The Chapel Islington Hair Salon is located in the gorgeous, restored Crown + Woolpack Pub off St John’s Street. The space buzzes with calm, happy bustle + sociable energy.

Each Appointment is totally tailored. Rather than a one size fits all price list, the Appointments are bespoke, so you’ll pay for only what you need. The time and price is agreed upon booking with no hidden charges.

Established in 1997, The Chapel dare to do things differently - truly looking after each individual Guest by our team of highly skilled, creative Stylists.

The Chapel invites you to book in for a New Guests conversation (no charge) to meet your Stylist so you can talk, be yourself and start your hair journey.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 20:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

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Hair

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4.95
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Thoughtful intelligent Short hair cut

Jill W
2nd Sep 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Sean is clearly super skilled at cutting and understanding different hair and listening to his clients

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Love the service

Tasfia Shahtaj
30th Aug 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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So friendly and accommodating!

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Exceptional Experience - first time client

Neena Sharma
30th Aug 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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What an exceptional experience - so much more than just a haircut. Stunning salon and service. Molly's passion and intuition made it a memorable experience: from the detailed consultation, to the therapeutic hair wash, to the incredible cut. I felt so well taken care of throughout and NEVER rushed. Such amazing value too. I can't recommend The Chapel highly enough - thank you so much Molly!

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Super happy

Janie
28th Aug 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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Great salon with lovely people. Marco is a fantastic stylist, delightful and really good at talking you through what works for your hair and your look. Would highly recommend.

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Best experience!

Lisa
28th Aug 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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What a chic salon and what a talented stylist. Sean was so patient and explained everything he was doing and I looked fabulous at the end. Such a special experience at a salon. Has a blast. The space is also so gorgeous. Could have been there for ages!

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Best and most enjoyable haircut I've probably ever had

Anonymous
26th Aug 2025
5.0

After my first visit to The Chapel I'm so pleased. Finally a haircut that seems to fit my hair, looks great after a wash and air dry. Sean is obviously so talented and I really appreciated the conversation before the haircut to find what I was looking to achieve. Also a beautiful salon, friendly staff. Cannot fault the place in any way.

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Great haircut for a greatcprice

Helen Bernhard
24th Aug 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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I waited till I washed and dried my hair before writing a review as I think that's a good test of a haircut and I am very pleased with the results. Molly is lovely. She listened to what I wanted and also explained what she was going to do. I will definitely go back to her

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Great!

Zoe
21st Aug 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Lovely cut and attentive to the details ie curl pattern and length.

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Thank you Halle!

Rosie
15th Aug 2025
5.0

Great haircut, Halle understood exactly what I was after. Will definitely be returning, thank you so much Halle.

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Fist appointment with Emmylou

Bethan Jones
13th Aug 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmylou is great, she listens and gets a really good sense of what you want from the style, really happy with my hair. She’s lovely to chat to as well.

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Trish Hepburn
13th Aug 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmy has been cutting my.hair for quite awhile now. She always flexible to my changing needs ... longer or shorter... dependent on my mood. Emmy always gives me a great haircut...even 2 & half to 3 months later it still holds it's shape. A lovely friendly stylist

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Great consultation and experience

Anonymous
10th Aug 2025
5.0

I recently had my hair cut by Molly and delighted with the experience. The salon is wonderful and Molly was so nice and informative about my hair.
Loved everything about it

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Feeling fabulous

Julia
8th Aug 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Expert hair cut, great hair care advice with interesting and intelligent conversation. I came out with lovely hair and a broadened mind!

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Hair cut and restyle

Sarah Fenwick
7th Aug 2025
Team Member: Halle
4.0
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Halle was very friendly, reassuring and helpful. The way she reshaped my outgrown bob for the sumner and sport has worked really well and is easy to manage.

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Excellent haircut

Helene Dutranois
7th Aug 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Very happy with the service. I have agoraphobia and Halle made sure I was comfortable throughout the appointment

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WHAT A UNIQUE AND GREAT SALON

Jennifer Wallace-Bird
7th Aug 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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From the moment I walked through the door I felt happy and relaxed. Marco was there to warmly welcome me and made me feel truly pampered beyond measure. He gave me the best experience ever. Complimentary drinks, nibbles, what a delightful touch. This salon is a haven of relaxation and exceptional service, sumptuous sofas and they are all lovely people. The atmosphere was genuine, fun and caring but quiet too should that be your wish - and I really can't recommend it highly enough! Thank you so much, Marco, it was such a pleasure meeting you. It felt like I had come to meet friends and then everything morphed into one memorable moment! The fact I walked out with a lovely new haircut was an absolute bonus!!!!

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Kind, caring people and 5 star service every time

Hannah Pickering
6th Aug 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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I just love my visits to The Chapel. The whole team are so lovely and chatty; they make me feel welcome and relaxed every time. The salon is a gorgeous, unique space and the drinks & snacks are fabulous. I see Sean, who is the most talented hairdresser I’ve ever known - and I have difficult hair! Sean is such a calming presence, takes great care to understand what I want, what suits my lifestyle and works with my face shape, and is an absolute joy to chat to. Thank you, Chapel team, for making haircuts such a pleasure!

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Excellent appointment with Molly

Lucy
6th Aug 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly did an amazing job giving my post extensions hair some much TLC. She was really friendly and considerate, giving super helpful advice and working with me to achieve a haircut I was delighted with.

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Sean is fantastic!

Petra
6th Aug 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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I've been very impressed with Sean's professionalism and skill. He makes you feel completely at ease, takes real care with every detail, and always makes my hair look and feel amazing. A true expert in his field. I trust him completely with my hair — highly recommend!

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Love the Chapel - but Emmy is the best!

Jenny Murphy
5th Aug 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I’ve been at the chapel for years, but my current hairdresser Emmy is the best stylist I’ve ever had. My hair always looks great, it grows out perfectly, and the sessions are always a laugh. Cannot rate her highly enough! The salon is also lovely and after all these years still feels so relaxing to come to. It is never too busy, never noisy etc. it’s just great!

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Emmy is AMAZING

Rowena Sharpe
31st Jul 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I can’t thank Emmy enough. She is quite literally the best hair stylist I have ever had. Listens to me, advises, takes into account ME and who I am as well as what will work with my skin tone and face etc. thank you so so much you Wonder Woman!!!

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Fabulous, Attentive Stylist!

Marisa
31st Jul 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmy Lou did a wonderful job cutting and styling my hair. She started by listening carefully and asking good questions. She offered suggestions and then did an amazing job making my vision a reality!

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Sean is THE BEST

Orin
25th Jul 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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Genuinely, Sean has been great in my hair journey - having had terrible cuts in the past, it was such a breath of fresh air to find someone who knew how to cut to suit my face. Really love the vibe in the salon too!

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Nervous first timer

Alyson Slorach
24th Jul 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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I have developed a bit of a phobia, would rather visit a dentist than a hairdresser! Thankfully I found The Chapel, such a different experience compared with any other salon I've been to. Halle was great, relaxed and friendly, I appreciated her opinions and she cut my hair beautifully.
Atmosphere was calm and whole experience was a real treat!

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Excellence on repeat

Anne
24th Jul 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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My visit today was for colour (roots, balliage, tone and cut). Emmylou is excellent at ‘reading’ needs/wants and I always walk out feeling good about the experience and about myself.

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Perfect experience

Beth
23rd Jul 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0

Flawless cut and colour — and I felt like I was at a spa!

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Linda
22nd Jul 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0

Love my new hair. Nice relaxing experience Thanks Halle

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Hair cut and colour

S K
19th Jul 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0

Great and quick service

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Fabulous

Elizabeth
19th Jul 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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Halle is the best stylist and so kind! She has given me the best cut and experience ever! She’s so detailed and makes sure you get what you want and need!

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Feedback

Janice Elliott
16th Jul 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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My first appointment with Marco. Great haircut, really nice guy. Enjoyed my time at thus lovely salon.

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INCREDIBLE!!

Maisy Wignall
16th Jul 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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I got my hair done with Molly on Tuesday and I am absolutely in love, it’s the best I have ever had my hair done. Molly listened to everything I wanted and wasn’t afraid to take her time and give me the best experience! I’ve gone to many hair stylists over the years and can say Molly has been my favourite by far! Had an amazing experience and absolutely love my hair!!

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Thank you molly!

Rebecca smith
5th Jul 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Molly did such a lovely job with my hair- love the colour and cut! Such a nice experience in the salon.

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Hair that feels and looks beautiful is everything and we're delighted to know that your hair is on point. We all thank you for taking the time to share your kind words.

Have a great summer, with our best wishes | The Chapel

Good chat and even better hair

Eva
5th Jul 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0

He’s a genius and does an amazing bouncy blow dry!!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

WoW. Marco is going to love your review and thoughts so much.
Thank you for taking time to spread such joy.

Enjoy your beautiful hair.
With our best wishes | The Chapel

Best hair experience - Molly’s amazing!

Gloria Hamlyn-Brown
5th Jul 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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This is the nicest salon I’ve ever been to, and Molly worked her magic as usual. Great for curly hair too!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Molly is going to be so happy to read your kind words, and we're delighted too.
Thank you for your loyalty and for spreading the word on Molly's incredible work.

Enjoy your beautiful curls.
With our best wishes | The Chapel

My happy place

Claudia
3rd Jul 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmy is a miracle worker. I’ve been going to her for years now and every time I’m astonished how she manages to make me feel like a new person. Intuitive, professional, super friendly and a magician with the scissors.

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Molly - Favourite Copper Colour and Cut

Georgie
3rd Jul 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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Have been going to Molly for a few years now and she always gets its spot on! When it comes to colour, cut and styling, she always takes the time to listen and the outcome is always aligned with what I’ve gone in for! Molly undoubtedly does one of the best coppers in London whether it’s bright or muted! Always a pleasure to see Molly for both a catch up and to get my hair done!

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Molly is a STAR

Liv
3rd Jul 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0
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This was my first time seeing Molly after trying to book with her at her previous salon but she didn’t have the space for me. I can see why now. She is exceptionally talented and skilled at what she does but it’s more than that. I felt like she’d really thought about how to get me the results I wanted BEFORE I arrived. She had saved the inspo I’d sent her and when I came in she had them all and talked me through what I liked about each and how she was going to achieve it. Once we started she was such a pleasure to chat to but also gave me plenty of time to sit, relax and watch my show peacefully which such an important balance to me. Cherry on the cake was the glass of wine and pretzels while my colour set. Just a great experience from start to finish. Great salon, great stylist, can’t wait to go back!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Molly is going to be glowing when she reads your review and feels the power of your words. It's the best kind of recommendation, that says Molly than any bio ever could - thank you. You distill her care, skill and character so perfectly and we're just so delighted that you chose to come. .

Yours truly | The Chapel

Best hairdresser ever!

Parys
3rd Jul 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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I’ve been going to Sean for about 4 years now! He always talks about the cut before in great detail and suggests his ideas and what would suit your face structure. It never feels like a rush and he honestly always cares about the outcome of the cut and your satisfaction. It’s never felt like you’re just filling a seat but actually sitting with a friend and being pampered. Thanks Sean. You’re the best! Would recommend to anyone!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

"Best hairdresser ever" is the biggest compliment to Sean.
We're so grateful for your loyalty, it's you entrust us, that we can be who we are.

We look forward to welcoming you.
With our best wishes | Olivia at The Chapel

Halle is great!

Aman Raiyat
2nd Jul 2025
Team Member: Halle
5.0
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It was my first time using the chapel hairdressers in Islington and I was very impressed. The staff are all so friendly. Halle gave me a wonderful haircut, I walked out feeling very confident and happy :). Thanks Halle! X

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Thank you Aman for entrusting us with your hair. We know what a huge leap of faith it is to try a new salon AND stylist. We're delighted to know that your time with Halle was exactly as you wished, for us, hair that not only looks beautiful but feels it, is what we strive for.

X with our best wishes | the chapel

Amazing!!

Anonymous
2nd Jul 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0

Very talented, and always does a wonderful job on my hair!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Thank you for your amazing loyalty and for entrusting Emmy Lou.
With our best wishes | The Chapel

Great service and lovely company

Joanna
2nd Jul 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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I had a really lovely time with Marco, he helped me understand what would work with my hair and choose the style that would best suit me. All Ina very nice and relaxing environment

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

Marco is going to be super happy to hear that together you were able to explore inspiration and connect, before he tailored your choice exactly to you. Enjoy your beautiful hair

Thank you for entrusting us | The Chapel

Best hairdresser

Lynsey Carrington
28th Jun 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Emmy Lou has been cutting my hair for over 5 years. I always trust her advice and I’ve always been happy with all my haircuts. She is also a lovely person and enjoy our chats!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

5 years ++ of loyalty is an honour that we know Emmy Lou appreciate. Thank you for entrusting her to work her careful, beautiful magic to craft your beautiful hair.

We look forward to welcoming you for your next Appt
With our best wishes - olivia

The absolute best of the best!

Aine
28th Jun 2025
Team Member: Sean
5.0
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I love coming to The Chapel to get my hair done. It always feels like a special experience and the staff are so welcoming and kind.
Sean really cares about my hair and his advice is always based on the long-term, not about current trends or colours that will last 6 weeks then look awful. He wants to make sure my colour will last for as long as possible and is as healthy as possible (and it also helps that's he's really good craic and a lovely person to chat to). I will keep coming back to The Chapel for as long as they will have me!

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Response from The Chapel Hairdressers - Islington

It's Sean's absolute honour to have you choose his chair, so that he can work his magic.

Thank you for taking the time to share such wonderful words, that are sure to make Sean and the team smile. Your words really sum Sean up perfectly. His care, expertise and professionalism inspire us all.

Enjoy your beautiful hair and thank YOU again | olivia

Excellent experience

Shayne
27th Jun 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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I went to The Chapel for the first time, and I had a wonderful experience with Marco.
Started off with a really easy, casual consultation and discussion about what I wanted as well as some recommendations for what maybe I could go for that I hadn’t thought about.
Marco was super personable, thoughtful and fun!
I received a cut and it was exactly what I was after plus more!
I left the salon feeling great, and will be booking in some colour really soon with Marco!
From the salon itself to the experience with Marco it was just a great time. Very pleased.

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Excellent service

Sarah
26th Jun 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0

Great atmosphere and excellent service

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Thank you Marco!!

Julie
25th Jun 2025
Team Member: Marco
5.0
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I had a brilliant haircut today with Marco, he really took the time to understand what I wanted and break it down into individual parts so that we were on the same page

This was my first haircut at the chapel and I felt at ease from the start! I appreciated that Marco took a personalised and tailored approach to the haircut

I’m super happy with my hair and the salon is beautiful

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Excellent stylist

Kate
25th Jun 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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I've been coming to the Chapel for years and Emmy Lou is absolutely brilliant, I wouldn't go anywhere else!

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Best haircut in years

Christine
25th Jun 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Booked an appointment on the day as I had a couple of spare hours and was in the area. I've waited to send a review as I wanted to wash it and style it myself a couple of times as this is when you find out how good the cut and advice was - I haven't been disappointed.
I really felt Emmy Lou completely understood my hair and the look I was after. I haven't been so happy after having my hair cut for years. The whole experience was very relaxing and enjoyable and I will be planning a follow up visit.

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Molly

Anonymous
24th Jun 2025
Team Member: Molly
5.0

I was unable to visit my usual stylist in Tunbridge wells and Molly kindly had space for me in Islington.
Molly is a lovely and very friendly lady who is easy to talk to. I felt very welcome and safe in her hands. Molly took great care to get everything just right for me, with both cut and colour. Thank you Molly!

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Great hair

Helen Leigh
24th Jun 2025
Team Member: Emmy Lou
5.0
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Really lovely stylist. Got me from the off

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