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Avantgarde Hair
Established in 1984, we're Yaletown's first hair studio. We're famous for our award-winning stylists, and loved for our fun and friendly atmosphere. Our stylists are the best in the industry. Let yourself be transformed by our talented team, including winners of Canadian Hair Stylist of the Year and North American Hair Stylist of the Year.

But we don't take ourselves too seriously either. Trophies aside, we're are a fun bunch and we look forward to welcoming you to the Avantgarde family. Whether you just need some freshening up or a brand new look, we offer the full range of services from cuts and color, to hair extensions and special event styling.
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We are thrilled to have one of the greatest stylists in Vancouver join our salon team as artistic director. She is a stylist I have both respected and admired for so long and she has brought her talents to the Avantgarde team. Ex. Toni & Guy and I:Daburn her editorial, fashion and wedding magazine work is legendary.
She is our most senior colour technician with over 20 years of experience in the profession. Linda is a senior member of the artistic team and has been awarded both Canadian Colour Technician of the Year and Canadian Curl Technician of the Year. She has won L'Oreal Colour Award and represented Canada in the U.S. and in England on stage as an expert in color makeovers.
She was recently voted one of the ten world finalists competing in London U.K. at the 2019 Visionary Awards and has already performed on International Stage and worked on charity events with styling teams from around the world. She has established herself as one of the great new talents in Canadian hairdressing.
Chuck hails from Boston, Massachusetts, but has called Vancouver B.C. his home for over the past 10 years. He is not only a bright and kind human being but a beautifully talented hairstylist. With over 20 years' experience in the industry and behind the chair, he specializes in both colours and cuts.
Reviews (8)
Joe Leary
Joe Leary
May 19, 2021
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Been a customer for years. Love the place! Great people and the coolest reputation in the hair biz! 5 stars!!
Kip Tastic Jessen
Kip Tastic Jessen
Mar 24, 2021
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Followed my stylist Chuck from another salon. He’s truly a hair wizard 12/10! 🙌🏼
Mandy Lefcheck
Mandy Lefcheck
Dec 04, 2020
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Always happy when I leave Avant-Garde!! Jenna is the best stylist and is MAGIC with color and foils!!
Chimene A. Hargitt
Chimene A. Hargitt
Jul 07, 2020
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Love the colour! Amanda did an amazing job and made sure I loved every bit of my hair before I left!
Kit Donovan
Kit Donovan
Nov 27, 2019
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-Great styling by meticulous and skilled people!
-Excellent hair coloring services
-Friendly, wonderfully relaxed environment!
Sarah Coles
Sarah Coles
Oct 15, 2018
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Bailey is an amazing hair stylist. Not only is her colour game on point but she is always giving killer hair cuts. Her up dos are out of this world! I couldn’t be happier as a client
Kim Emmi
Kim Emmi
Jan 17, 2018
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Great salon! Great stylist! Jenna Wolf always does a fantastic cut and color for me!!
Gabrielle Annette
Gabrielle Annette
Feb 23, 2017
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Lovely as always. Excellent service, great advice and talent. Warm and cozy atmosphere. Thanks again Wendy Knowen. Fabulous job.