Hair salon · Athens-Clarke County, GA · reviewed since 2011
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%82+44.7Reliability 24%75+18.2Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%40+2.8Experts Score= 80Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.80SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#46 of 67 wedding hair stylistsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 32%
4.9★★★★★388 Google reviews · 23 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.83★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.3%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.
2%reviews answered by the owner
$85typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Customers frequently praise the salon's friendly atmosphere, skilled stylists, and reasonable pricing, noting that staff members take time to listen to specific requests. Recurring themes include precise haircuts, professional color work, and attentive customer service that makes visitors feel comfortable. However, some low-star reviews describe instances where the final result did not match the requested style or color, as well as complaints about unexpected price increases compared to initial estimates.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 388 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 388 Google reviews (297 with written comments, 24 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 2% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 22, 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.
Republic SalonWedding 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.Republic Salon: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
82
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.Republic Salon: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
75
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.Republic Salon: 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.Republic Salon: 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.Republic Salon: 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.Republic Salon: 40/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.C
40
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Star ratings
388 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars36895%
4 stars21%
3 stars62%
2 stars41%
1 star82%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 297 written reviews
96%praise
Praise31996%
Complaints124%
Price
What customers reported paying
$85-22% vs typical wedding hair stylists
Middle half of what 52 customers paid ($61–$186) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude10933%
Quality & results8325%
Would recommend6118%
Price & value227%
Honesty & trust216%
Communication206%
Speed & response155%
What customers talk about
We read 297 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“All the folks there were kind and the vibe was great.”
“Many thanks to her for the great experience and for helping me find a cut I loved 💛”
“…ll and used machine to cut my ends I got shocked because my hair was horrible situation it wasn’t even fully straight and she cut little bits from end…”
“Glossed my hair back to my original color after I had it a dark red and it was 10/10”
“Overall, I cannot recommend Republic and Melinda highly enough.”
“Atmosphere was very nice, and the price was very reasonable for the service.”
“I was given a WRITTEN estimate for $200-$300 dollars.”
“She is super nice and transparent about what she can do with your hair depending on what you want and what you're working with!”
“From the front desk I was greeted, offered something to drink and they explained the set up of the salon and made me feel at home.”
“I was greeted immediately as I entered and offered something to drink while I waited.”
People customers mention
Maddie28 reviews
Melinda11 reviews
Lyric9 reviews
Callie8 reviews
Cameron6 reviews
Atlanta6 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Republic Salon for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
HHailey7 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 6 days ago★★★★★
This was my first time at Republic and it was great! All the folks there were kind and the vibe was great. Charlee was a sweetheart and gave me an awesome haircut! Many thanks to her for the great experience and for helping me find a cut I loved 💛
Update: I have been seeing Charlee for a while now, and she always…
Paid $40–60Haircut
QQitarah3 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Charlee did an amazing job on my hair! I was worried because my hair is very thick and curly, but she definitely knew her stuff, and gave me exactly what I was looking for, with professional advice as well. Atmosphere was very nice, and the price was very reasonable for the service.
Paid $60–80Haircut
AAnnie3 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. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
Came in for a trim on my pixie (which my first stylist at another salon in Athens I shall not name outlandishly misinterpreted...) having heard good things about Melinda. Needless to say she knew exactly what I was after and was not afraid to pull it off. Really clever and wonderful lady too! I want to be Melinda when I grow up :)
Paid $80–100Haircut
RRoma2 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★★★★★
I got Charlee as my hair stylist and she was nothing short of amazing 🌟 My hair coming in was a very rich brown and all one length. Leaving Republic salon, I now have layers and the most beautiful blonde to my hair. Charlee worked on her feet doing my hair for basically 7 hours straight and was so kind and just…
Paid $200+HaircutHairstylingHair coloring
EEmily5 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Love love my experience here! Jocelyn is the sweetest person ever. She brought my inspo to life and took her time to make it perfect. Got wispy bangs and she worked so carefully to get them to what I wanted. Glossed my hair back to my original color after I had it a dark red and it was 10/10
Paid $120–140Haircut
KKrisLocal Guide · 37 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
I think her name was Claire... I'm so sorry if I got that wrong! First pro cut in 6 years and I'm so excited to have real layers again! Thanks so much! I'll be back!
This was my first time at Republic and it was great! All the folks there were kind and the vibe was great. Charlee was a sweetheart and gave me an awesome haircut! Many thanks to her for the great experience and for helping me find a cut I loved 💛
Update: I have been seeing Charlee for a while now, and she always does a great job. She just cut my husband's (very long) hair today, and was also able to find him a cut he liked!
Price: $40–60
Services: Haircut
Atmosphere: Relaxing
Maintenance: Well-kept
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Qitarah3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Qitarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Charlee did an amazing job on my hair! I was worried because my hair is very thick and curly, but she definitely knew her stuff, and gave me exactly what I was looking for, with professional advice as well. Atmosphere was very nice, and the price was very reasonable for the service.
Price: $60–80
Services: Haircut
Atmosphere: Relaxing, Cozy
Maintenance: Well-kept
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Annie Mehta3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Annie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Came in for a trim on my pixie (which my first stylist at another salon in Athens I shall not name outlandishly misinterpreted...) having heard good things about Melinda. Needless to say she knew exactly what I was after and was not afraid to pull it off. Really clever and wonderful lady too! I want to be Melinda when I grow up :)
Price: $80–100
Services: Haircut
Maintenance: Pristine
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John HansfordLocal Guide · 30 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve been going to Republic for about 15 years now and have only had outstanding service from warm, friendly staff. I love the vibe of the space. Patrick at the front desk always remembers me and is so sweet. Rizzie is my stylist for life! She gave my son his first haircut and continued to cut his hair for several years, too. She was always so kind and patient with him. If anything is ever not quite right, you can reach out, and they will fix it for you. It’s the best salon in Athens, and I won’t go anywhere else.
Atmosphere: Relaxing, Modern
Maintenance: Pristine
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Roma Ellenberg2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Roma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I got Charlee as my hair stylist and she was nothing short of amazing 🌟 My hair coming in was a very rich brown and all one length. Leaving Republic salon, I now have layers and the most beautiful blonde to my hair. Charlee worked on her feet doing my hair for basically 7 hours straight and was so kind and just lovely to be around. I really appreciate how much care and attention she spent doing my hair!! 🥰
Love love my experience here! Jocelyn is the sweetest person ever. She brought my inspo to life and took her time to make it perfect. Got wispy bangs and she worked so carefully to get them to what I wanted. Glossed my hair back to my original color after I had it a dark red and it was 10/10
Price: $120–140
Services: Haircut
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Sailor Burton1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Sailor has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I think her name was Claire... I'm so sorry if I got that wrong! First pro cut in 6 years and I'm so excited to have real layers again! Thanks so much! I'll be back!
Price: $60–80
Services: Haircut, Hairstyling
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DANN KULocal Guide · 66 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews DANN has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent service; I loved how my haircut turned out. Sharlee Azeltine was my stylist; I told her how I wanted it cut, and it turned out exactly as I asked. Plus, she is very sweet and professional.
