For being on Rush Street, I don't think this salon is at all over-the-top. The service is top notch but I have never once felt intimidated (even walking in on a wet day in my three-year-old Tory Burch flats, now relegated to commuting ranks). I couldn't be happier with Josie, my stylist. She actually listened to what I wanted and gave me a sophisticated do. This is not an easy task, as my hair is thick and I either walk out looking like a) Axl Rose with lots of layers or b) a little kid with a quasi-bowl cut. The conditioning treatments are also excellent, neither putzy and needlessly drawn out nor perfunctory as they are at comparable salons. I will definitely be back to Maxine. I picked up on a high level of professionalism, which led me to believe the stylists would be trustworthy when it comes to doing color. As a bonus, Josie kept me entertained throughout my visit, telling me about her experience styling Martha Stewart's hair in advance of MS's book signing appearance. Yes kids, the stories you have heard are true. ...

Posted on 9/26/2010 by Shanti N.

I have gone to Diana for color and Josie for cut since I was 11 (now am 22) they are just the best and really give you what you want and provide great insight. I used to go to them at Trio and followed them here.... Let me just say, Maxine is so much nicer!!! Follow my advice and make appointments with these ladies today.... You won't regret it, and you will love your hair!!!!

Posted on 7/24/2010 by Margaret B.

Just like many others, I've been going to Maxine since 2003 and cannot imagine going anywhere else! I've been seeing Robert for color and have never left there without loving the work he's done. After reading the stylists' biographies online, I chose to schedule with a newer stylist to the team who came over from another Gold Coast salong. Josie was AMAZING!!! I brought pictures from the way my previous stylist there was cutting my hair. She looked at them, cut some, looked again, etc. I cannot remember the last time I left the salon and LOVED LOVED LOVED the cut as much as the colorRobert did!! Not only is Josie fun and hip, she's amazing, has a ton of experience, has fabulous ink and is very personable! Josie is absolutely my go-to girl now! She also mentioned that if I needed a touch-up on my sideswept bangs, to please stop in at any time and she'll do her best to slide me in for the quick fix. Sure, Maxine is not a cheap salon by any means, but this just proves you DO get what you pay for. Spend a little extra and I can guarantee you won't head home and try to "fix" something your stylist did or worse, convince yourself that it'll be better in a few days. Honest.

Posted on 6/20/2010 by Denise P.

I was in Chicago on business and after yelp-ing different salons, I settled on Maxine's. Let me tell you that my gamble paid off in spades! I first saw Leslie for my colour and she was fantastic...she knew exactly what she was doing and was super sweet. I then saw Josie for my haircut. Prior to my colour I had discussed with her different styles I was thinking about and,most importanly, the desire to fix the terrible haircut I was given at a salon in my home city. She came back with some pics and was bag-on to my wavelength. All in all, my Maxine experience was a great one...I definitely recomment it to anyone looking for a quality style and a quality salon. Oh, and don't forget to mention Yelp, the 25% discount was the cherry on the sunday :)

Posted on 5/9/2010 by Wendy H.

Josie is the best hair stylist in Chicago. I have been going to her since I moved here from the west coast 9 years ago. She was at Trio Salon downtown and I almost cried when they said she was no longer there. The good news I found her!!! She is now at Maxine downtown on Rush street. She is still amazing and the new salon is beautiful. if you want a great cut and an honest opinion about your style she is your girl.

Posted on 3/15/2010 by Kym M.

Maxines is in a great location; friendly front desk, etc.etc. But the best reason to come here is JOSIE--she recently moved here from Trio, and she is the most amazing hair-cutter/stylist, ever. If you are looking to switch things up, or just need a new cut, you will not be sorry....expensive, but its your hair! Why not spend a little more and get the very best hair cut...you will not be sorry!

Posted on 2/15/2010 by Judith R.