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%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.80SCORERepublic Salon
Athens-Clarke County, GA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #46Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 67 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 388 Google reviews
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Customers hired Republic Salon for 8 kinds of job.
Republic Salon for haircut
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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…
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.
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 :)
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…
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
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!
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.
Rizzie is fantastic! The cut and color are wonderful, and the whole experience was very pleasant!
Clare was amazing, as always!
I had a great time at Republic! The salon has a really chill atmosphere, and all of the people I interacted with were very nice. Tina was my stylist, and she did a great job cutting my hair and removing a large chunk of damaged hair that was over processed. She was also very fun to talk to!
Ask for Cameron, especially if you’re looking for a curly hair or wavy hair specialist. I got a haircut, some new bangs and a wash. They helped me get situated with some great affordable hair care products and made me feel right at home.
I was on a hair journey for about 2.5 years growing it out and enjoying the look . . . Until I didn't. It was then that I knew I needed a professional to get my hair back to the short style I craved again. But not any short style. A very particular one that I knew I could rock like I used to. It takes scissors and…
I absolutely loved the salon and Lyric. From the moment I walked in I received the best customer service. 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. Lyric was amazing. She took the time to listen to me and what I wanted…
I had the best experience with Jocelyn. Before she began the "experience", she took time to listen to me, understand my hopes for my hair 😊, my lifestyle, and my haircare routine. She has such a kind demeanor and was very attentive to my comfort during my visit. She also asked before she did anything, which was so…
I recently went to Katie and she did an insanely good job. Her description as a precision cutter is nothing short of the truth. I came away so happy. She was so intentional about letting me know what she was doing and was the first stylist who made bangs work for me (I have a cowlick). My boyfriend went and saw…
The whole experience at Republic was fantastic! Tina was so wonderful and my hair looks and feels amazing, and everyone seems to agree with me 😁 Since I left my appointment i have received an email and postcard from the owner thanking me for my business. I love the personal touch and highly recommend you treat yourself and go to Republic!
I had such a great experience at Republic Salon! Sarah H. did my haircut and balayage, and she absolutely nailed the cut—it looks amazing and exactly what I wanted. I ended up not loving the color I originally chose (totally on me, not her at all), but the team was so accommodating and got me in with Rizz right…
Clare gave me incredible blonde for my wedding! Amazing salon.
I am in LOVE with my new hair! Both color and haircut were just what I asked for and the stylist really took time to make sure that I was happy. Great staff (even offered wine and beer) and a clean salon. I will definitely be back!
Wonderfully managed salon, great customer service, and actually totally affordable. Charlie does an amazing job cutting and styling my wavy hair.
Sarah was so great to work with! I really appreciated how she took she time to make sure I was happy with my hair, and it turned out great. Thank you so much!
I was done by Tina! They were awesome and I never felt so comfortable in a salon before! Thank you hun!
Sarah has been cutting my hair for about 6 months now and no one has cut my pixie cut quite like she does! I’m very particular about my hair/haircut and she kills it every single time! I realize not everyone is skilled in cutting pixie cuts, but she gave me the haircut I had been dying to have for years, after our…
Charlee was incredible. She was so gentle and patient with me. Like I really felt like she took extra special care. She was so sweet and personable. I can tell she cared about my reaction because she was so hesitant to cut my hair short, but I assured her that it was what I wanted and there was no pushback or…
Republic is awesome. Love the space and Lyric is a true artist. She always makes me feel like a new person & her color skills are completely next level.
Republic Salon is perfect from the staff, the vibe, the quality of hair care…love it. I’ve enjoyed their services for nearly 3 years! Thanks, Patrick, Alex & Cameron, you are rock stars.
I've been going to Lyric for eleven years. She's an artist and such a professional. She's the best stylist and colorist I've ever had. Your hair will be perfect. And she's lovely!
Twenty-four years of living in Athens… and half of those were spent sampling different stylists and salons in Athens and Atlanta. And then I went to Lyric! A common story, I suspect. Good luck finding a more talented stylist and a finer salon with a better vibe. Total pros from the front of the house to the…
Sarah was delightful and I got an excellent haircut. Will absolutely be returning to see her
Charlie is amazinggg!! 10/10 recommend. She brought my hair back to life with the new color and cut!!
Always am happy with my cut and the color bar is second to none. They service a wide variety of hair and the booking system is easy to use
I've been seeing Tina for a couple years now and she is amazing! She always knows how to bring my ideas to life. She also offers great conversation and is extremely knowledgeable!! The front desk was also friendly :)
Love this salon and Rizzi is simply amazing!!!
Love Katie! She’s been doing my hair for years, & she nails it every time. I’m particular about my cut/layers & she is the only stylist I trust to get it right every time. My color is always so pretty, no matter what I ask for or what process she does. Katie herself is sweet & chill! You don’t feel like you have to…
Came in looking frumpy, came out looking fantastic. Clean, friendly, courteous; all my favorite things. I'll be back.
Friendly welcoming servers! They offer a beverage while you are waiting. The stylists are outstanding! Calm, peaceful atmosphere.
My new favourite salon! Thanks again Claire, you’re an artist with those scissors!
Republic is the only place I'll get my hair cut! I love the atmosphere and my stylist is the best!
BEST haircut of my life! I did a BIG chop almost 20 inches off and I got a bob. Tina did my hair and it was phenomenal, I absolutely love it. If you want the best layers of your life see Tina, she never disappoints! Front desk was super nice and offered me drinks twice! love it there.
I never liked my hair until I started going to Cameron! Now I feel much more confident and know how to treat and style my hair. Even after moving to Atlanta, I still come to Republic Salon to get my hair done.
I heard very good things about this hair salon and decided to give it a try. I had gone to Athens Cosmetic school awhile back and noticed one of the students did an excellent job on a cut and blonde color. I called the school to see if I could have that student next time and they couldn't pinpoint who I was talking…
Stumbled in here a few weeks ago,, out of desperation. Fairly new to Athens and needed my thick hair calmed down ASAP. Was recommended to Cameron for thick and curly hair. She was available, 😃 (she was not called up for Jury Duty. 😚) super , super happy with my cut and color. And there was a Terrapin while my…
Taylor was awesome (as per uzh)! Can’t recommend this place enough
I have been coming to Republic for a few years now, and Melinda is the first and only stylist I have ever met who seems to read my mind and deliver flawless results every time I see her. I look forward to my hair appointments for weeks leading up not only because I am excited to get rockstar hair, but also because I…
From the moment you arrive at Republic Salon until the moment you leave the treatment is phenomenal, not only they make you feel appreciated by offering you something to drink of your choice and they welcome you with a smile but also every person you deal with has an awesome attitude and they are super friendly. My…
I received a wonderful haircut and had a great time at Republic. This is the best hair cut I’ve had in years. Melinda knew how to style my wavy/curly hair in a way that compliments my hair texture. Everyone I encountered was kind and warm. I reserve 5 star reviews for great experiences and they delivered!
My husband and I, along with our three children, are long term clients of Republic Salon. We have straight, curly, and textured hair. We have been clients of Rizzie and Taylor for 4 years and have always received excellent cuts and color that are beyond our expectations. The front of staff is also exceptional in…
Went in for a simple cut, came out a lifelong fan of the salon! As someone with thick hair with different patterns, I never like the cuts I’ve received. Melinda did a true consultation with me, gave me her honest opinion, and made adjustments as asked. On top of her technical artistry, she is a wonderful human to…
If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would! It's been a long time since I've been to a professional salon and let me say, I'm extremely impressed. Clare was absolutely phenomenal! She cared about what I wanted, she was SUPER friendly, she listened to any concerns that I had, taught me how to care for my hair,…
Torii was GREAT. she was so fun and made me feel like a queen. 10/10.
I got a hair cut with Lyric I told her get rid of my split ends end give me layers. After she washed my hair she blow dried before cut. I had thick hair and she didn’t even straighten well 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…
I got my haircut with lyric and it was my first time coming here. A lot of friends recommended me this salon. I told Lyric i wanted my layers more blended and she did an amazing job and gave me exactly what I asked for. I love my haircut. it was a little pricey but it definitely worth the cost. absolutely amazing…
Rizzie did such an AMAZING job!! She remedied a previously poor haircut and gave me exactly what I was picturing. The salon is so clean and spacious and all the staff are super friendly and receptive
I have been coming here for years. It’s always a great experience. The atmosphere is nice and the stylists are very professional. Patrick at the front desk gets my vote for best customer service in Athens! Shane is a top tier stylist and just gave me the best haircut of my life!
Began growing my hair out 2 years ago and have struggled with managing the new found curls and texture that comes with the length. This was my 1st visit so when I called they did a short interview to ensure I was paired with the right stylist. What a difference it made. I was greeted immediately as I entered and…
Melinda absolutely made my dreams come true. I felt comfortable the second I sat in her chair, and we talked as if she had known me all my life! Cannot recommended her and this salon enough. My hair feels and looks amazing,, I will definitely be back.
Sarah was wonderful and gave me one of the best haircuts I've had! A really great salon, the person at the front desk was very friendly too!
Shane is great!
Lyric is amazing. My haircut is perfect. Sent me home with samples of the products that were used, and they gave me coffee which I needed. I’ll be back.
Had a great appointment with Deanna who did an amazing job. She listened to what I wanted carefully and walked me through the process and took her time. Came out with beautiful colour and exactly what I wanted. Great pricing as well. Was offered beverages during the process and sipped on some pinot during my…
I had a cut and color with Deanna today she was wonderful. She listened to what I wanted and made great suggestions. She took the time to make sure everything was perfect and I was happy with everything. I will definitely be back and will recommend her to everyone.
I was so nervous to get my hair done in a different city, but I will definitely be coming back here! Melinda is so amazing, she really understands hair and made me feel so beautiful. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to get their hair done, I am so happy with the results. Thank you Melinda!!
I had a great haircut with Shane! Before my haircut Shane and I had a great consultation. I had an idea of what I was hoping to achieve but really looking for his expertise on what would suit my face best. He listened, asked great questions, and gave me a great cut! I left the salon with exactly what I had in mind!…
I had a great experience at Republic Salon! Melinda recommended the best options to get my hair to the color I wanted to without causing too much damage to it. She’s so lovely and always made sure everything was perfect. She has a great personality and I loved her energy throughout the entire process. I love how my…
Melinda did a fantastic job on my hair! I’ve never been so thrilled with a haircut from start to finish. She was engaging and throughout the process I learned how to take care of curly hair, how to make my hair look more voluminous, what products to use, how to air dry my hair in a way that shapes my hair, and what…
Sarah cut my hair and she did an AMAZING job! She was very friendly, welcoming, and made good conversation and was easy to connect with! Would highly recommend her!
I had the best experience at this salon. I decided to go a good bit shorter with my hair and Meredith did an amazing job. She was very knowledgeable and informed me about the options for my cut according to my specific hair type. I could not have been happier with the results!! Highly recommended! The salon itself was clean and everyone was very nice.
I have had the best experiences at Republic Salon! Everyone is so kind and puts a great amount of effort and care into your hair. They make you feel comfortable and explain what they’re doing every step of the way.
Cameron is the first person I've had to be able to really explain my curly hair to me, including that your curly hair will not look the same right after your cut as it will 2-3 days later. She's fantastic, and I will only be going to her for my curly hair needs!
Andrea at Republic Salon is the best! I've seen her twice in the past three months and it's honestly the best cut, color and style I've ever had. I'm only in Athens for a few months, but will be sure to book an appointment the next time I know I'll be visiting.
Been coming to Republic for a few years now, and Meredith and Hillary have always left me feeling dapper as hell. Chill atmosphere, complimentary drinks, and damn fine haircuts each time. You can't go wrong.
Had an absolutely amazing experience with Melinda; together she and I were able to create a style that I absolutely love and I'm really thankful that she convinced me to go with balayage over traditional highlights, as it looks amazing. Will definitely be visiting again for touchups/recoloring; the service was…
If you are looking for the best haircut and balayage in town Malinda is THE hair artist to see! She listened to what I wanted and gave me her thoughts and the finished look was better than I could have expected! I’m very impressed and will definitely be back!!!
Had a wonderful experience with Rachel. She was so kind, thorough and attentive. Definitely my new go to!
I love going to Republic, the customer service is amazing from front to back. My stylist Taylor is great and always keeps me looking fresh.
New to the area and and was looking for help with my crazy curls. Cameron had some great reviews here on Google so I gave it a chance & SO GLAD I DID! She did a GREAT job taming my curls - love my new cut & so happy to have found someone who "gets" my curls! Highly recommend her.
They are so amazing here. Taylor cut my hair and gave me exactly what I asked for. I’ve been told my hair was too straight for choppy layers, but he cut choppy layers and brought out my wave pattern which I didn’t know I had. I love how it looks!
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | 82 | $45–$83 |
| Hairstyling | 47 | $56–$126 |
| Hair coloring | 42 | $151–$371 |
| Balayage | 13 | $246–$426 |
| Blowouts | 12 | $48–$89 |
| Hair highlighting | 5 | $176–$426 |
| Bang trim | 5 | — |
| Blowdry | 5 | — |






