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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
89
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
86
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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Reviews for your job

Customers hired Illusions of Georgetown for 8 kinds of job.

Illusions of Georgetown for blowouts

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.10
★ 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+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$50–$97
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 78/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Blowouts”: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.#10 / 17

All 10 Google reviews tagged “Blowouts”

Nicole7 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★★★★★

If you’re looking for the perfect blowout, Suelene is your girl! I recently moved to the city and was searching for a new hairstylist when I came across Illusions of Georgetown. From the moment I sat in her chair, Suelene truly listened to what I wanted and went above and beyond to deliver it. I now only trust her…

BlowoutsBalayage
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
AdrianaLocal Guide · 17 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★★★★★

The best play for hair and makeup ! They are so profesional and nice

Paid $80–100HairstylingBlowoutsService not listed
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
ShirinLocal Guide · 12 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★★★★★

I am a brunette with highlighted hair and I wanted a low maintenance balayage but for the last year it was so difficult for me to find a stylist that would do exactly what I want. I went to three different places in the DMV area but was disappointed each time and kind of just got used to the idea that I will always…

HairstylingHair coloringBlowouts
Yokasta2 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★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can't say enough good things about Illusions Hair Salon! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. The staff is not only incredibly skilled but also attentive to my needs and preferences. Gorjem always , works magic on my hair. They listened to what I wanted and delivered…

BlowoutsHair coloringHairstyling
mary2 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★★★★★

I went there when i was in DC for haircut and hairstyle it was such an amazing experience the stylist was so professional and friendly i asked for curly style and it came out perfectly and stayed for 3 days . the place was so cozy and everyone at the salon was very friendly and welcoming. probably when i comeback will go there again.

BlowoutsCurly hairHairstyling
Fatemeh5 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★★★★★

I have been going to Illusions several times. All the hairstylists are REAL professionals and the atmosphere is very friendly. I love my cut and also the color. I always walk out of this salon feeling and looking my Best! They treat you with respect and they do exactly what you ask for. The appointments are exact…

BlowoutsHair glossingHairstyling
Kirsten4 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★★★★★

Gorkem has excellent attention to detail for natural healthy look.

BalayageBlowoutsGloss or Glaze

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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