How 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%79+19.2Value 14%78+11Replies to reviews 7%43+3Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORECavalry Salon
Washington, DC · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #39Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 923 Google reviews
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Cavalry Salon for hairstyling
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Absolutely loved my experience with Hava! She really listened to what I wanted and absolutely nailed the color and cut. She gave my brunette hair so much beautiful, natural-looking dimension while keeping it rich and healthy-looking. Everything blends so seamlessly and the final result feels polished, soft, and so…
I had a great experience with stylist Vasti-Bernard! She did a blow-dry and style, and my hair looked amazing. She was easy to talk to and charged a very reasonable $60, even though I have long hair. Some salons start at $60 and charge extra based on length, so I really appreciated that there was no extra charge.…
Edit: Since Google won’t let me leave another review, I’m adding to my original. A year later, and I still can’t recommend Yvonne and this salon enough. Each time I come, I know that I will be happy with the cut and color. Yvonne is highly knowledgeable, friendly, and makes sure that she understands what you want so…
New to area so it’s my first time coming here. I wanted something not too light as I don’t normally get my hair colored. Hava gave me exactly what I wanted. I wanted dimensions on my hair, so she gave me a full balayage with medium brown color. Found my go-to salon 😌
This was my first appointment. I came to Yvonne with a case of a really bad hair box dye accident. She was able to completely transform my hair. Her assistant, Zianni did a wonderful job with hair wash, treatments and the blow out. Despite being an introvert, I felt very comfortable. The salon has a lovely…
Yvonne is unbelievably amazing for blondes, and that’s an understatement. I’ve had some bad experiences with stylists who didn’t understand that I have very fine hair and need someone who cares about the longterm. I move around a lot, and always find it challenging to book with someone experienced with ash blonde,…
Yvonne Le is truly a hair artist! She has an amazing eye for style and always knows what works best for my hair. Her attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism are unmatched. Every time I leave her chair, I feel more confident and absolutely love my hair. Highly recommend Yvonne to anyone looking for a talented hairstylist! ★★★★★
Summer update 2026! 😊
I have been going to Yvonne now for over 5 years and commute from Maryland to do so. She is super skilled, has amazing attention to detail and gives me great, consistent haircuts time and time again. I remember the first time I made an appointmenrt, I had headshots to take in 2 hours and not only did she fit me in,…
I have been going here since they opened and Yvonne's previous location in Alexandria many many years ago. The best haircuts over the course of my entire childhood! The owner, Yvonne, is a beauty guru. I highly recommend her styling services. I am so thankful for Cavalry Salon.
Cavalry salon is my favorite DC hair salon! All stylists I’ve had, and especially Yvonne, are super talented, kind, and professional! I received the best treatment and left feeling 10x more confident. Thank you cavalry !
I have a summer update: I got a keratin done with Hava and i’m obsessed with it. She did so amazing and I will always be back here for any of my hair needs. 😍 Hava is the BEST. When I came here my hair was literally box dyed black and someone how made magic and I left here looking like this. if you ever need your…
Hava always does the most amazing job with my hair. Whether it’s a cut, style, or coloring she always does exactly what I ask and beyond. The results are incredible. She is so sweet and lovely and the rest of the staff are amazing as well. I always look forward to going back. July 1st - UPDATE new summer hair by…
Update: Hava is truly a hair magician!! She’s the best and she always does an amazing job with my hair! So ready for the summer ;)
I’ve been here to get my hair cut 4 or 5 times (different styles every time) and they NEVER miss. Yvonne gave me an amazing cut, it looked exactly like my reference photo (and Z styled it beautifully.) Best salon I’ve ever had I never won’t go anywhere else. Update: Also sent my partner to them (who has longer/very…
Yvonne has been my go to for years and now she is my teenagers’ go to, as well! She is so patient and really works to understand everyone desires. Checkbook this cut and color!
Had my hair done by Yvonne and Z. Fantastic hair color and service! My color was perfect! And my hair was styled the best I have ever had. I’m very happy.
Hava is amazing! I got my hair cut by her for the first time and she knew exactly what to do for the change I wanted to see in my hair. She put so much effort and attention in cutting my hair, meticulously cutting it to give me gorgeous layers, volume and lightening the heaviness of my hair. She did a wonderful job…
Yvonne is an artist! I asked for a balayage with reference photos, and she was able to replicate it beautifully while still matching it to my natural hair color. The blowout was also beautiful and my hair felt like silk. I can’t wait to come back, I had an amazing experience! May 2026: I came back for a balayage…
The best hairstyle I have ever had!! Last year I got blonde baby lights, now after a year, they’ve transformed into a full blown balayage!! When I came for my treatment last year, Yvonne told me “just wait, in a year your hair will grow into an even more beautiful style.” And she couldn’t have been more right!! She…
Carlos at Cavalry was amazing. He always goes above and beyond. He gives great recommendations for hair treatments and haircuts. I always go back with an extremely nice haircut and an amazing time chatting with him. The salon also is very close to the dupont metro so getting there is very easy. Highly recommended.
Excellent perm with Yvonne at Cavalry.
Do not recommend. I asked for layers and got a blunt cut. My daughter asked for bangs and color—she didn’t get either. Her stylist split time between her and another client, and an inexperienced colorist did partial color work. The salon is cramped, smells like mold and BO and had a dog roaming around. Disappointing experience esp for the cost.
Cannot say enough great things about this Salon! In particular, I visit Hava and she does a phenomenal job every time. Their customer service team is always efficient, attentive and flexible. They care about their customers and I always look forward to getting my hair done with them!
This is the BEST salon in the DMV!! Hava (@havalestylist) is an actual genius!! She made me feel so beautiful and really helped me! I included the before and after so you can see!!
Carlos is the Wizard of Hair and an absolute scientist when it comes to color. He knows exactly how to get it right every single time and never misses the mark. Carlos works miracles on hair — he really is like a physician who can diagnose and treat whatever your hair needs, no matter who you are or what your…
Hava was the absolute best, I came in for a partial highlight and she completely transformed my hair. She also. Cut and styled my hair and made it come back to life!
Carlos Reyes is a balayage god! My hair always looks amazing and it can grow out for months while still looking perfect. I get compliments everywhere I go and I have sent multiple people here to fix other hairstylists' color. He also gives fabulous long layer cuts and is an all around great human. Highly recommend!
After trying several salons and never quite getting the blonde I had been hoping for, I was starting to think it just wasn’t meant to be. Then I found Yvonne through her amazing Google reviews and now I completely understand why everyone raves about her! I came in with a general idea of what I wanted, but when I…
Hava gave me the best haircut I’ve had in DC - she’s the only one I trust with my hair! Update: went back to Hava today - she made me look like a princess as usual. @havalestylist
WOW! Vasti is more than a stylist, she is an artist. I have had many haircuts over the decades but not the precise, gorgeous style that only Vasti can create. I will follow her anywhere now! Once you have experienced the best, no need to look further
I came on Saturday for a blowout and it was perfect! Zianni did a great job achieving the look I wanted without having to tell him much. I’ll definitely be back again!
Amazing service, color and cut! Vasti does it all! A++
This salon is a little gem, and I’m glad to have found @bernardvasti again. She is the best!
Carlos did a phenomenal job on my hair and took the time to make sure everything was right, will be returning!
Had a wonderful experience at Cavalry Salon last week. The owner greeted me warmly to the clean, bright, and zen-like space. My stylist, Tania, has an eye for color and style and outdid herself. All of the staff are friendly and engaging and supportive of each other and their clients.
Hava is the BEST!! She’s so talented and really knows what she’s doing. I completely trusted her. Thanks again!
Hawa is the kindest, funniest, best hair stylist! She always cuts my hair so well and I have never gotten a better round brush blow out!
Very peaceful salon with professional stylist. I love Vasti, she is very skilled and knowledgeable about ALL hair types.
I've lived in 4 countries and 5 cities...this is the first salon I've visiting in my 30+ years that KNOWS how to work with curly hair!! Yvonne's devacuts are a work of magic and Cindy's finger curl method is equally miraculous. I've been going for months and they even taught me the finger curl method so I could…
ask for hava!! she is the best
Hava at Cavalry Salon does the most amazing haircuts, styling, and balayage—I’ve been coming here for several years and always come away loving my hair and feeling confident, even after just a trim! She’s an incredibly skilled and lovely hair stylist and I can’t say enough good things about her work. My hair tends…
Carlos did a great job, left with my hair feeling so soft and looking exactly as I asked. Thanks!
Highly recommend Cindy! I was visiting from San Francisco for my graduation and needed a last-minute wash and blowout. I have naturally curly 2C/3A hair, and Cindy washed, blow dried, and styled my hair in under an hour—without rushing the quality at all! The blowout was super voluminous, polished, and honestly…
YVONNE! hair color and cut by Yvonne, she did an amazing job!!! will be coming back ❤️❤️ She did it again. Truly an artist when it comes to hair. This red is gorgeous and now i’m ready to celebrate the holiday!
Hava is SUCH a talented hair dresser, not to mention incredibly thoughtful and sweet. She was so attentive to the kind of haircut I wanted, and she went the extra mile by making the experience lovely. I’m often confused about what to do with my hair and Hava made me feel so confident! Truly, a top-notch experience —…
The number of compliments I've gotten after my haircut with Yvonne! She is masterful—she listens carefully to what I want and each time has given me hands down the best haircut I’ve ever had. The salon itself is welcoming and well run. I won't be going anywhere else in DC, and if I move away I might have to fly back just for Yvonne...
Yvonne is amazing! She gave me beautiful baby highlights - highly recommend her for highlights, coloring and styling.
Hava does such an amazing job with my color and cut! And she is so kind. I can’t recommend her enough! Before and after pictures included!
Hava is absolutely amazing! She transformed my grown out, yellow-y hair into the most beautifully blended blonde! i got full balayage, toner, haircut/blowdry. I am so happy!! She is masterful with color! Update! I came back to Hava and couldn't be happier! Update again! Always looks incredible! Went darker this time and Hava did an amazing job :)
Hava is literally the best!!! She worked a miracle on my hair and gave me the most fabulous honey blonde ever. 1000000/10 will always recommend!!
Hava is the best!! Could not recommend more
I have been on the hunt for a hairdresser in dc for ages and I’ve been so happy to have found Yvonne. I’ve even gotten my hair dyed for the first time and I now trust her completely! Cindy also does a fab job with blow dry and styling. Highly recommend!
Hava is amazing! I love coming here and know that I will have an amazing time. I was able to update my highlights to be warmer for the winter. I found her through instagram @havalestylist. She is the best!!!
Fabulous job by Hava!!! Definitely coming back.
Yvonne was excellent with my blonde fall transitional hair! Super blended and natural and great haircut too. Will be back!
I can’t say enough great things about HAVA AT CAVALRY SALON!! I’ve been a faithful client since 2020 and Hava always makes my hair dreams come true. She listens to what I want and makes recommendations based on my lifestyle and upkeep. Strangers come up to me on the street to ask who does my hair. My friends refer…
Hava cut my hair today- absolutely stunning, she knows exactly what to do, she always does a stunning job. I don’t go to anyone else! See her work at @Havalestylist
Hava came recommend to me by a colleague, and boy they did not steer me wrong! She gave me exactly what I was looking for all while keeping my hair healthy and smooth. I was looking for a good salon in DC and I’m so happy I found Cavalry!
Yvonne is a wonderful hairstylist and an even more amazing person. I’ve been going to her for a few years and am truly grateful to have found her!
Carlos has been cutting my hair since 2019, and I’ve literally followed him to every shop he’s worked at in DC. He’s the best in the game — always on time, super professional, and just makes the whole experience easy. Every cut is sharp and consistent, and he pays attention to the little details that make a big…
I was here today and I really like Hava’s work on my hair, I saw a big difference, everyone is very friendly, I would definitely come here every time I want to do my hair✨
I came across cavalry salon looking for a place to get a haircut in dc. I was a little nervous since I went to the same girl for a decade before I moved to dc but these ladies did not disappoint. Yvonne and Cindy listened to what I wanted and were great to talk to. I loved my haircut and had a great time with them. I will definitely be back.
Love Yvonne! Best haircut in the city- she is extremely talented and every experience is quick and easy. She also is not afraid to tell you what she thinks will look best which I love. Cavalry also does the best blowout!
Hava did an amazing job! Would highly recommend and will be coming back for sure! The staff is super warm and friendly.
Yvonne is extremely talented, she gave me the exact haircut I was looking for, and gave me good advice for styling it at home. I’ve gotten so many compliments. Definitely will be coming back next time I need a haircut.
First time at Cavalry Salon and it's been a great experience! Absolutely perfect color, cut and styled exactly as I wanted, I adore the result :) Not to mention the warm atmosphere of the salon where I was made very welcome, thank you very much!
Loved it! Yvonne was extremely knowledgeable and did exactly as I asked. This was a bit of a change for me, so I wasn’t sure how I’d feel walking out, but I loved it way more than I thought I would. That being said, I walked out feeling a bit scammed. The price I agreed to was lower than what I ended up paying. I…
They didn’t disappointed us. My wife and I booked online. The staff is very nice . They pampered us to be happy and placed with their services. The address is very easy to find. There are many restaurants around and the metro station is only 3 min walk from the salon. We will be back for sure .
Gladdys was skilled and really nice!
I had an excellent experience dying my hair! I came in with black box dye, and Hava worked her magic to give me the color I wanted. She was the sweetest, kindest woman ever and worked so hard to make sure my hair turned out perfect. The process was smooth, and my hair still feels soft and healthy. I couldn’t be happier with the results—highly recommend!
known the owner for years best hair stylist ever! i recommend
AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!!! Always hard to find a new hairstyles but after reading amazing review after amazing review I booked Yvonne for a haircut and was not disappointed. She was AMAZING! I have long hair and was looking to keep the length and add some layers and it came out perfect could not be happier. She’s…
I’m from Charlotte, NC and I stopped by Cavalry and instantly fell in love. Staff hands down are the best! My hair looked brassy and overall dry/frizzy. Hava did my hair and my hair looks AMAZING! She recommended to tone my hair and gave me layers! My hair looks healthy, voluminous and shiny! This is the best…
Gladys is incredibly talented Ted and always does a quick effect job w my hair and she’s so nice too
Hair by Hava! She did a wonderful job and took care of me. Very kind and knowledgeable. I came in with long hair, bleached at the ends and it's great going back to my natural color with such a beautiful cut and styling
I had the most amazing time with Yvonne. My hair/curls look(s) healthy and vivacious and like one version of the way I have wanted it to look since forever. Yvonne is truly an artist. I said that I wanted big curls and to have a vaguely witch & mermaid style, and she did it. This was definitely the best hair cut I…
I came here for the first time and Gladys did my haircut. She was really sweet and it was a really nice and comforting experience! Also the hair cut was amazing, it’s the best one i’ve had yet.
This salon is the BEST. I had gone to another salon that had totally wrecked my hair leaving it orange and patchy and just a mess. Yvonne took that mess and blessed me with beautiful hair. She completely transformed it into something even better than I imagined, and it didn’t require me being in the chair all day…
I am very happy with my haircut experience! Everyone was so friendly and sweet and I got the cutest haircut! The team is very talented & experienced and knows exactly what to do to make you walk out of there feeling gorgeous 😊 I highly recommend! Thank you!
Absolutely loved Hava! This was my first time at Calvary Salon, but Hava made me feel right at home and cut my hair exactly like I asked for!
A shot in the dark turned out be a gem! I booked with Hava, who is amazing! 10/10! I walked in with a mis-shapen mass of hair, dead ends, and just general unruliness. Hava gave me the cutest shoulder length bob, with the most amazing gentle sloping layers from all of the detailed point-cut shaping she did. The…
I was so nervous to get my haircut at a salon due to bad experiences in the past that traumatized me to ever get a salon haircut but I saw this one had good reviews and they weren’t lying. Yvonne is the best! I got a butterfly haircut (long layers, face framing, curtain bangs down to the chin) and she did an…
I’ve always had my family cut my hair because no one else had been able to do exactly what I wanted until I started going to Hava. I’m from New York and come down to dc occasionally. I always save my hair cut for the times I visit! This cut and style was amazing as always, absolutely in love! Thank you Hava! 😊
Yvonne does wonderful work every single time!! Best hairdresser in DC.
Efficient, competent and kind! I LOVED my haircut! The whole process was simple and the cut turned out amazing. I loved that they asked exactly how much I wanted off and even showed me what one inch looked like. Will be coming back for sure.
I’ve been going to Yvonne for haircuts for a couple years now and she does a fantastic job every time!
The best!! I've seen Yvonne for both haircuts and highlights and am so happy every time.
Yvonne took her time understanding my hair and gave me an excellent cut and style.
If you are looking to get your hair done, come here and ask for Gladys!! She is very good at what she does and takes her time with your hair. She was also very receptive to feedback and makes you feel comfortable about asking. I’m very happy with my hair! The price was also fairly reasonable compared to other DC salons.
For years I've been looking for that perfect platinum blond tone, and finally found Yvonne, who gave me exactly what I asked for. She's a true artist, as well as a kind and warm person to work with. I couldn't be happier and look forward to doing my hair with her in the future.
Hava did a wonderful job bringing my hair back to life (it was in serious need of some tlc). She was both attentive and kind-listening to exactly what I was looking for with both my haircut & balayage/color. Would recommend!
Over the years I’ve seen so many stylists and been to countless salons. I can say with full confidence that Yvonne is the BEST in DC. I’ve been seeing her for a year now and she is an absolute miracle worker!!! I always walk out of our appointments together feeling confident, excited, and ready to take on my day.…
Gladys gave me a wonderful haircut. She’s talented, happy to share her ideas and knows what works for your face. I’ve been to so many salons in DC but this was by far my favorite. Thank you Gladys!
I am SO thrilled to have found Yvonne and the team at Cavalry Salon here in DC. I wanted to return closer back to my natural color after years of blonde highlights and they did a BEAUTIFUL job. I cannot recommend this spot enough. I had a blast the entire time I was there, but I could also fully trust they were…
Hava is simply the best! She is a talented hair colorist and that talent is matched by her kindness. I am profoundly deaf and the care and consideration she gave to make sure I was comfortable at the appointment meant so much to me. I LOVE my hair - lots of compliments!
Yvonne was phenomenal. Truly the best haircut I’ve ever gotten. The entire experience was amazing. The whole staff was extremely kind and very professional. I asked for long layers with face framing pieces and I got exactly that. Would 100% recommend. I’m in love with my hair
Loved my experience at this salon! From the beautiful location, to the friendliness/customer service of salon staff, to my sister and my amazing cuts. I have very curly hair and because of my past high maintenance cuts wasn’t able to maintain them. It was such a transformation that Yvonne did and I felt amazing…
I just had the best hair cut and hair toning ever with Hava!! She knows best what to do and style with Asian hair. This is my first time ever going to a salon in DC and I’m truly obsessed. The price is totally reasonable and very affordable for such a great service. I would definitely come back again and again for Hava’s work!
Hava has repeatedly knocked it out of the park with my cuts and style. I will be getting married soon and can’t wait for her to get me wedding ready!
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | 227 | $45–$91 |
| Hairstyling | 127 | $58–$136 |
| Hair coloring | 96 | $214–$426 |
| Hair highlighting | 49 | $214–$426 |
| Blowdry | 44 | — |
| Balayage | 29 | $246–$426 |
| Blowouts | 18 | $50–$97 |
| Bang trim | 15 | — |
