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Illusions of Georgetown logoHow 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%89+48.5Reliability 24%85+20.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%51+3.6Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 85Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE

Illusions of Georgetown

Washington, DC · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #29Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 326 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (100 = best)Each 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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Illusions of Georgetown is better than 89% of wedding hair stylists.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 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.Illusions of Georgetown is better than 85% of wedding hair stylists.A
85
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.Illusions of Georgetown is better than 86% of wedding hair stylists.A
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ValueValue · 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.Illusions of Georgetown is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.Illusions of Georgetown is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies 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.Illusions of Georgetown is better than 51% of wedding hair stylists.C
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Customers hired Illusions of Georgetown for 8 kinds of job.

Illusions of Georgetown for blowdry

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.18
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200+
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Blowdry”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#3 / 15

All 18 Google reviews tagged “Blowdry”

Omaya4 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Always come here for my blowouts and treatment. Melek has been doing the prettiest blowouts for me for 2 years now, always looks so good!! Definitely recommend coming here.

Paid $100–120Blowdry
Noemi4 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Melek is the best hair stylist ever! She makes my vision come true every time, and is so kind and thoughtful. I was someone who dreaded hair cuts and now I come almost every month!! Literally could not recommend her more.

HaircutBlowdryGloss or Glaze
Lily4 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Luis saved my hair! My hair is pretty damaged and has lots of breakage. My hair has also been thinning, I came in for some k tip extensions and treatment. Everyone was sweet and the service was amazing!!

Customer photo from Lily's review
HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Janie12 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Illusions of Goergetown is ALWAYS my go to hair salon! Gorkem does AMAZINGGG with my balayage and knows how to put a smile on my face each time I come! I always get compliments after he does my hair! The salon also has a garage with valet parking, so i'm not struggeling to look for parking before my appointment on…

Customer photo from Janie's review
HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Thomas8 reviewsTotal 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I’ve been going to Illusions for nearly 10 years and have worked exclusively with Josh Le the entire time. Across well over 100 appointments, I’ve never once been disappointed with the results. Even after moving from DC, I still make the trip to see him, that alone says everything. Illusions offers excellent service…

Paid $40–60HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Deborah2 reviewsTotal 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Luis is an amazing stylist at Illusions! It is all in the details for Luis, he is so careful and diligent when cutting and styling my hair. I would highly recommend him for a cut and blow dry, I always leave happy with my hair!

Paid $100–120HaircutBlowdry
Alaina2 reviewsTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Melek did an AMAZING job on my hair!! Both the cut and the styling. Plus she was so sweet and gave me such good advice on upkeep. Definitely coming back!

HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Julianne2 reviewsTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I absolutely love going to Illusions in Georgetown! The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and attentive to my needs. I especially love seeing Rissel — she’s been doing my hair for over 10 years and is truly a curly hair expert. She always knows exactly how to cut and style my curls so they fall…

Paid $120–140Kids' cutsHaircutBlowdry
Ayca8 reviewsTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

I love going to Illusions of Georgetown. I always get the best haircut from Görkem and get the best advice on what’s best for my face shape or product recommendations for my hair type.

Paid $120–140Bang trimHaircutHairstyling
Natalie12 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

Amazing experience with Suelene! I highly recommend her and the salon. It’s in such a good area too!

Paid $60–80HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
PattiLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

Rissell has colored my hair for years. She is quite skilled, but also friendly, funny, easy-going, and creative.

Paid $200+HaircutBlowdryHair highlighting
Deborah9 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

Kayla is an artist! I’ve been going to her for the last 5ish years and I would follow her wherever she goes. She is great at color and haircut. We’ve done balayage a couple of times, and now highlights, and I’m always super satisfied with the results. She does a great job at understanding what you need and does a…

HairstylingHair coloringHaircut
MicaelaLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

This was my first time visiting, Rissel did a full head of highlights and tone on me for my brown turned blonde hair and she did an incredible job. It’s perfectly blended and the exact color I showed her in my inspo pic. She’s also incredibly pleasant to talk to and made the time go by fast! The blow out after was…

Paid $200+Hair coloringBlowoutsBlowdry
TrishLocal Guide · 111 reviewsTotal 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 years ago★★★★★

Great salon, friendly staff, and awesome service. I love my new cut as always, Gorkem does a fabulous job. 😍

Paid $80–100HaircutBlowdry
TeshaLocal Guide · 49 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Suelene trimmed and styled my hair for my marriage declaration ceremony and I loved it! She is a wonderful hairdresser and a beautiful person and I highly recommend her! She even taught me how to do my hair myself! 🩷

HairstylingBlowoutsHaircut
Dianys8 reviewsTotal 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Everyone at this salon is so friendly but my stylist Suelene did an amazing job with my layered cut and blowout ✨💯. My layers are subtle like I asked for but they make my hair look so full and bouncy and I love it. I’ll definitely be back. I would recommend this salon to anyone in the area. From the shampoo to the…

HairstylingBlowoutsHaircut
carole2 reviewsTotal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Amazing and professional service, friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended

BlowdryHair coloringHaircut
Lilly2 weeks ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200BlowdryHair highlightingHair coloring

Price

$136+17% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Haircut82$45–$91
Hairstyling59$58–$136
Hair coloring52$214–$426
Hair highlighting22$214–$426
Blowdry18—
Balayage18$246–$426
Blowouts10$50–$97
Gloss or Glaze7—

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