Choose from 8 venues offering ladies' hair glossing near Institute of Contemporary Arts, London

Situated on Great Portland Street, Shadi Salon specialises in premium women’s and men’s hair and offers you solutions whether you are looking for a new on-trend style or simply want an easy to manage yet stylish haircut. Just a 2-minute walk from Oxford Circus Station, they are open six days a week until 8pm.

Starting his hairdressing & beauty journey back in 1999 and gaining experience in ladies hair salons and the men’s barbers industry, owner Shadi Mirkhan has gained a variety of awards and a high reputation in Kuwait where he opened his first salon. He later expanded his business and opened his second salon in the heart of London with his small, dedicated team that have well over a decade of experience between them.

Welcome to Live True Soho, this lovely and highly professional hair salon based in Central London. The team offers a wide range of some of our favourite unisex haircutting and styling services as well as some of the best colouring and highlighting treatments in town.

Nearest public transport:
Located in the Soho area, the venue is easily reached by public transport - with bus stops available nearby and a 6-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road station.

The Team:
Aiming to give you a new style that makes you feel more you, their talented stylists explore what you want collaboratively.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Chill & welcoming.
• Specialises in: Colour.
• Brands and products used: Redken.
• The extra: Free non-alcoholic refreshments available to customers and the team also speaks French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.

A minute from Holborn station, Hairform Studio is a full-service hair salon offering cuts, styling and colour services for women and men. Experienced hairdressers keep up to date with the latest colouring trends and styling techniques. They aim to refresh and revitalise your hair and style.

You’re invited to talk through what you want in detail and your unrushed treatment can be completed with a head massage and a drink. Professional and efficient services can also be adapted to accommodate you if you’re visiting on a lunch break. They’re kitted out with a smart industrial-chic interior and with branded products such as Redken, American Crew, Olaplex and L’Oreal.

Based in Mayfair, Virginia is an expert in highlights, balayage and blonde hair and helps her clients find the perfect look for them. She completed courses with Wella, L'Oreal, Vidal Sasson and completed all the steps with the International Pivot Point Ladies and Gent hair designer system which let her work all around the world and make sure your service is going to be to the highest standard.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, professional.
• Specialises in: Highlights, Balayage and Blonde Hair.
• Brands and products used: Wella, Olaplex, Shu Uemura, Oribe, Nioxin.
• The extra touches: Free non-alcoholic drinks are offered at this hair salon.

Established in 1988, Andrew Jose is a Fitzrovia hairdressers’ led by a globally celebrated stylist. A friendly, bright and buzzy salon offering two floors of long-lasting blowdrying and colouring services as part of a wider menu. Enjoy the same creative experience as numerous models and celebrities with a look and finish tailored to you.

Gusto Hairdressing is an award winning hair salon based in Covent Garden. Recent awards include Best London Salon Central and the HBA Top 5 UK Salon and the London Hair and Beauty Awards Best Team Service. A short walk from Covent Garden and Tottenham Court Road stations, they make every effort to provide a style personally tailored to you, exceeding your expectations with every visit.

They have become one of the area's most popular salons. Within their elegantly designed interior, they create dynamic styles and avant-garde haircuts and colours that guarantee you are always at the forefront of fashion. They offer personalised aftercare advice and maintenance, ensuring you look as glamorous as can be for as long as possible.

What we enjoy about Gusto Hairdressing

Ambiance: Relaxed and inviting.
Additional perks: Complimentary beverages are offered to customers.

Languages Spoken

English, French, Italian Spanish

OPEN EARLY TILL LATE 9AM-9PM

Let bad hair days be a pigment of your imagination and step into The House of Keune X Bloom, London. Here they believe that every client deserves personalised attention and exceptional service; that's why they take the time to get to know you and your hair, so they can create a look that is uniquely yours. Pencil in an appointment for a match pomade in heaven and get your hairy-tale ending.

Nearest public transport:

Holborn station is a short 5-minute walk away, plus you'll find tons of local bus routes nearby.

The team:

This trustworthy troop have tons of experience in bringing out your inner glow.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, transforming and friendly.
• Specialises in: Hair colouring.
• Brands and products used: Keune.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Home away from home. KC Studio is a private hair studio located on the 1st floor, allowing you to escape everyday hustle and bustle and have complete privacy while having your hair done. It's a short walk from Great Portland St, Googe St & Oxford Circus.