Isabella Laurent
Creative Director & Master Stylist
- Experience
- 15 yrs
- Certified
- Vidal Sassoon Academy, L'Oreal Professionnel Master, Redken Certified Colorist
- Skills
- Precision Cutting98Editorial Styling95Creative Color90
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Studio Nord — New York
Hair, reducedto the essential.
A salon stripped of noise. Precision cutting, considered color and quiet rooms on Madison Avenue — nothing more, nothing less.
The studio, floor two
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About
Founded above a Madison Avenue bookshop in 2009, we have grown by subtraction.
Eighteen artists, one floor, no music louder than conversation. Every chair is booked by appointment only, every service begins with a diagnosis, and every product on our shelves has earned its place. What remains is the work.
- Mission
- To give every guest hair that works without effort, every day.
- Vision
- A salon where craft replaces spectacle and silence is a service.
- Philosophy
- Remove everything that does not serve the cut.
The cutting room
Since 2009
- 2009
A Two-Chair Beginning
Our founders open a two-chair studio above a Madison Avenue bookshop with a single belief: craft over volume.
- 2013
The First Expansion
We take over the full floor, add the color lab and welcome our first international stylists.
- 2017
Spa & Skin Atelier
A dedicated wellness wing opens, bringing facials, massage and skincare science under the same roof.
- 2021
Industry Recognition
Named among the top salons in the country and awarded for our sustainable salon practices.
- 2025
The Collection Era
Eighteen artists, one philosophy. We continue to set the standard for modern salon experiences.
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Services
Every service, listed plainly.
ServiceDescriptionDurationPrice
Popular: Signature Precision Cut
Consultation, precision cut, wash and finish by a master stylist.
60 min$95Creative Director Cut
A transformative cut designed with our creative director.
75 min$160Fringe & Shape Refresh
Quick maintenance trim to keep your shape sharp between visits.
25 min$40Kids Cut (under 12)
Gentle, patient cutting for our youngest guests.
30 min$45Popular: Signature Blowout
Wash, blow-dry and styling with heat protection ritual.
45 min$65Editorial Updo
Sculpted updo for galas, shoots and red-carpet evenings.
60 min$120Hollywood Waves
Glamorous, brushed-out waves with mirror shine.
50 min$90Silk Press
Sleek, straight finish with deep conditioning protection.
75 min$110Popular: Dimensional Balayage
Hand-painted, sun-kissed dimension with seamless grow-out.
180 min$240Full Spectrum Color
All-over permanent color with bond-protecting treatment.
120 min$140Babylights & Toner
Ultra-fine highlights with a custom gloss toner.
150 min$210Fashion Color
Vivid, editorial shades from pastel rose to midnight blue.
210 min$280Popular: Olaplex Bond Rebuild
Clinical bond repair for chemically treated hair.
45 min$85Keratin Smoothing
Frizz elimination and shine for up to four months.
180 min$260Scalp Detox Ritual
Exfoliating scalp facial with micro-mist steam therapy.
50 min$95Kérastase Fusio-Dose
Bespoke in-salon booster mixed for your hair diagnosis.
30 min$55Popular: Signature Glow Facial
Deep cleanse, enzyme peel, sculpting massage and LED finish.
75 min$15024K Gold Radiance
Gold-infused lifting facial for special-occasion luminosity.
90 min$220Hydra-Dew Infusion
Triple hyaluronic layering for parched, dull skin.
60 min$130Glass Skin Protocol
Korean-inspired 10-step treatment for poreless luminosity.
90 min$180Popular: Occasion Glam
Full-face application tailored to your event and outfit.
60 min$110Editorial / Photoshoot
Camera-ready artistry with HD and flash-proof products.
75 min$160Soft Glam Lesson
One-on-one masterclass using your own makeup bag.
90 min$140Lash Lift & Tint
Lifted, darkened natural lashes lasting six to eight weeks.
60 min$95Popular: Aromatherapy Massage
Full-body relaxation massage with custom essential oil blend.
60 min$135Hot Stone Therapy
Basalt stone ritual to melt deep muscular tension.
75 min$165Detox Body Wrap
Mineral-rich wrap with dry brushing and scalp massage.
60 min$145Luxury Mani-Pedi
Spa manicure and pedicure with paraffin and massage.
90 min$120Popular: Bridal Hair & Makeup
Trial session plus wedding-day hair and makeup artistry.
240 min$450Bridal Party (per person)
Hair and makeup for bridesmaids, mothers and guests.
90 min$180Pre-Wedding Glow Plan
Three facials and two gloss treatments before the big day.
—$520Engagement Shoot Styling
Hair and makeup designed for your engagement session.
120 min$210Most requested
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Team
Six specialists. No generalists.
Sofia Reyes
Senior Colorist
- Experience
- 11 yrs
- Certified
- Wella Master Color Expert, Balayage Specialist Diploma, Olaplex Pro Certified
- Skills
- Balayage97Color Correction94Blonding92
Amara Chen
Texture & Treatment Expert
- Experience
- 9 yrs
- Certified
- DevaCurl Advanced Stylist, Certified Trichology Practitioner, Keratin Complex Certified
- Skills
- Curl Sculpting96Scalp Therapy93Smoothing Systems90
Marcus Cole
Master Barber & Grooming Specialist
- Experience
- 12 yrs
- Certified
- Master Barber License, American Crew All-Star, Straight Razor Specialist
- Skills
- Skin Fades98Beard Design95Classic Shaves97
Yuna Park
K-Beauty & Skincare Specialist
- Experience
- 8 yrs
- Certified
- Seoul Aesthetic Institute, CIDESCO International Diploma, LED Therapy Certified
- Skills
- Glass Skin Facials97Skin Analysis94Gua Sha Sculpting91
Elena Volkov
Bridal & Editorial Makeup Artist
- Experience
- 10 yrs
- Certified
- MUD Pro Makeup Artistry, Airbrush Master Certification, Charlotte Tilbury Pro Member
- Skills
- Bridal Glam98Editorial Looks93Airbrush95
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Packages
The price list.
First visit −25% — applied automatically at booking.
First Visit Welcome
Your introduction to the house · 25% Off
Signature precision cut, Relaxing wash ritual, Blow-dry finish, Personal product consultation
$105$79
The Signature Experience
Our most loved afternoon · Best Seller
Precision cut and style, Dimensional gloss treatment, Signature glow facial, Luxury manicure, Champagne service
$360$295
Seasonal Glow Edit
Limited edition this season · Limited
Hydra-dew facial infusion, Babylights touch-up, Olaplex bond rebuild, Take-home mini ritual kit
$240$185
Bridal Royale
Everything for the big day · Bridal
Full trial session, Wedding-day hair and makeup, Pre-wedding glow facial, Touch-up kit and on-call artist, Bridal party coordination
$690
Gentleman's Reserve
The complete grooming hour · For Him
Precision cut and fade, Hot-towel straight shave, Charcoal detox facial, Scalp massage and tonic
$175$145
VIP Membership
Priority everything, all year · Members
One signature service monthly, 15% off all services and retail, Priority weekend booking, Exclusive member events, Complimentary birthday blowout
$89/month
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Gallery
The work, unedited.
Before / After — Balayage & Gloss
BeforeAfter
Sun-Kissed Dimension — From flat single-tone to hand-painted, dimensional warmth.
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Products
Six houses we trust.
Olaplex
California, USA — Bond-building science
- No.3 Hair Perfector$30
- No.7 Bonding Oil$30
Kérastase
Paris, France — Haute couture hair care
- Elixir Ultime Oil$49
- Nutritive Masquintense$64
Oribe
New York, USA — The pinnacle of styling
- Dry Texturizing Spray$52
- Gold Lust Shampoo$49
Davines
Parma, Italy — Sustainable beauty
- OI All In One Milk$38
- LOVE Smoothing Shampoo$34
Moroccanoil
Tel Aviv / New York — Argan-infused originals
- Treatment Original$48
- Intense Hydrating Mask$44
Dyson Professional
Malmesbury, UK — Engineering for hair
- Supersonic Dryer$429
- Airwrap Styler$599
Olaplex — California, USA
Featured collection — available at the front desk
- No.3 Hair Perfector$30
- Elixir Ultime Oil$49
- Dry Texturizing Spray$52
- Treatment Original$48
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Reviews
I have chased the perfect balayage through four cities. Sofia nailed it on the first appointment, and the color has grown out beautifully for five months. This place is in another league.
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- Return Rate
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- Referral Clients
Google 4.9 ★ · 2,300+ reviews
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Booking
Reserve a chair.
- Address
- 248 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016
- Phone
- +1 (212) 555-0184
Hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | — |
Parking & transit
- 01Validated parking at 250 Madison Garage (2 hours free)
- 02Street parking on E 38th and E 39th after 6 PM
- 03Two blocks from Grand Central (4, 5, 6, 7, S lines)
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