Beauty salon · Athens-Clarke County, GA · reviewed since 2015
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%92+50.2Reliability 24%89+21.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%75+5.3Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#28 of 67 wedding hair stylistsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 59%
4.9★★★★★294 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.86★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
75%reviews answered by the owner
$93typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate A LaFera Salon Inc highly, citing friendly staff, relaxing environments, and consistent quality in haircuts, coloring, and pedicures. Many clients note long-term loyalty to specific stylists and appreciate the salon's midrange pricing. However, a pattern in low-star reviews highlights issues with punctuality and communication, specifically regarding appointment delays and cuts that did not match the client's requested length or style.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 294 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 294 Google reviews (232 with written comments, 18 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 75% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
Service: Wedding Hair Stylist serving Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other wedding hair stylists
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.
A LaFera Salon IncWedding Hair Stylists median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.A LaFera Salon Inc: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
92
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.A LaFera Salon Inc: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
89
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.A LaFera Salon Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.A LaFera Salon Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.A LaFera Salon Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.A LaFera Salon Inc: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.B
75
Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
294 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars28597%
4 stars41%
3 stars10%
2 stars10%
1 star31%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 232 written reviews
99%praise
Praise20599%
Complaints21%
Price
What customers reported paying
$93-14% vs typical wedding hair stylists
Middle half of what 130 customers paid ($66–$171) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude8039%
Quality & results6029%
Would recommend3919%
Speed & response84%
Communication84%
Price & value73%
Honesty & trust52%
What customers talk about
We read 232 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Great salon with friendly staff and relaxing ambience.”
“Janet always does a great job and makes my grandmother feel beautiful.”
“I highly recommend Rovena who is super talented at all she does!”
“They're very efficient and experienced and it is such a relaxing atmosphere there.”
“She listened to me which is rare, and collaborated with me to make sure I was super happy!”
“Cute place, easy parking, reasonable prices, great staff….”
“She has been my stylist for many years and I have complete trust in her to take great care of my hair.”
People customers mention
Andrea16 reviews
Rovena13 reviews
Laura9 reviews
Mandy7 reviews
Devyn5 reviews
Perry3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired A LaFera Salon Inc for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
KKathrynLocal Guide · 18 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★
Rovena gave me a lovely blow out and styled my hair with a curling iron. Unfortunately, the curl fell out in 3 hours.
Paid $40–60BlowoutsHairstyling
KKathleen14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Once again, a great haircut and staff in a lovely environment. Thank you for the good experience.
Paid $80–100Shampoo & conditioningHaircutService not listed
NNancy10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★
Great hair color and cut by Rov, as usual. Great salon with friendly staff and relaxing ambience.
Paid $100–120HaircutHair coloring
BBecky9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Rovena is amazing! She has been my stylist for many years and I have complete trust in her to take great care of my hair. I always leave the salon feeling happy and confident with the results. Andrea and the whole team are outstanding and A. LaFera Salon also offers a lot of great products. Highly recommend!!
Paid $100–120BlowoutsEyebrow shapingHaircut
SSamanthaLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Lesly did such an incredible job with my hair! She made sure every detail matched my vision, never rushed through the appointment, and was so sweet and patient the whole time. You can truly tell how much she cares about what she does. Highly recommend
Paid $200+HaircutHair coloring
GGloria8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 10 months ago★★★★★
Andrea gives the perfect hair cut. I always look stunning when I leave. The staff works hard to take good care of you. A super place!!
Thank you so much for the kind words! We couldn’t agree more—Janet is wonderful! We’re so happy you’ve had such a great experience at A. LaFera Salon. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again!
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Preston German13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Preston has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This means so much to us! Lesly and our team love making every visit a special one, and we’re grateful you took the time to share your experience. Thank you for being part of the A. LaFera Salon family!
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Penny Bignon9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Penny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Rovena gave me a lovely blow out and styled my hair with a curling iron. Unfortunately, the curl fell out in 3 hours.
Price: $40–60
Services: Blowouts, Hairstyling
Atmosphere: Relaxing
Maintenance: Well-kept
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed your blowout with Rovena. We’re sorry to hear the curls didn’t last as long as you had hoped. We appreciate you letting us know, as your experience is important to us. We hope to have the opportunity to give you another wonderful experience at LaFera Salon!
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Kathleen Brennan14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kathleen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had a booking for 2:45pm , waited for 40 minutes just to finally ask how much longer and they said another 20 minutes and then squeezed me in in 10 minutes after. Didn't end up happy with the haircut I was given, I asked them to keep my fluff on the top of my head and they shortened it by so much. Will never be returning.
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the extended wait and that your haircut did not meet your expectations. We understand how frustrating it can be when an appointment does not go as planned. At A. LaFera, we strive to provide every guest with a welcoming, attentive experience, and we regret that we fell short during your visit. We truly value your feedback and will use it as an opportunity to continue improving the experience we provide to our guests.
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april dorsett8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews april has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Rovena is amazing! She has been my stylist for many years and I have complete trust in her to take great care of my hair. I always leave the salon feeling happy and confident with the results. Andrea and the whole team are outstanding and A. LaFera Salon also offers a lot of great products. Highly recommend!!
Hi Becky! Thank you so much for your kind words! Rovena and our entire team truly appreciate your support. We’re so glad you had a wonderful experience with us and look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Kaitlin Barton2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kaitlin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Highly recommend this salon. I take my 92yo grandmother here for regular hair cut and color service. They are able to accommodate for our needs. Janet always does a great job and makes my grandmother feel beautiful.
Services: Haircut
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us with your grandmother’s hair care. It means so much to us to be able to make each visit comfortable and welcoming for her. We’re so happy to hear that Janet takes such wonderful care of her and helps her feel beautiful. We truly appreciate you both!
