Rivkah Lyles
One of our newer additions to the styling floor, Rivkah Lyles is also one of our most dynamic. Clients love her creative, short cuts and the sexy, feminine lines that come with them. Everyone leaves her chair looking more youthful and polished. "I disagree with the old standard that long hair is naturally more sexy," she says. "Short hair can make you feel like a new person, and really, once you go short, you may never go back." A stylist for four years, Rivkah is known for her in-depth, thoughtful consultations. Besides Maxine's extensive training program, she has sharpened her skills through L'Oreal Professionnel and Shu Uemura Atelier courses. She also scopes out the latest trends in her travels to other countries.
Rivkah's haircuts are $70.00
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4.0 Stars
I decided to treat myself to a pamper day in Chicago
i live in Cincinnati, and after a rough week, I decided to treat myself to a pamper day in Chicago last week. Even though I called on a Wednesday, I was able to snag an appointment for that upcoming Saturday. I explained to the friendly receptionist that I had natural African-American hair and that I wanted to get it shampooed and blown out, and she directed me toward Rivkah, and explained that I could read more about her on Maxine's Web site. I also made a pedicure appointment with Ivy. That Saturday, I walked into the salon, and was amazed at how nice it was. It had a great energy! Since it was my first time at the salon, I had been a little nervous, but the really nice guy at the front desk instantly made me feel at home. He gave me a smock and directed me upstairs and told me Rivkah would be with me shortly - and indeed, she met me as i reached the top of the stairs . She is SO pretty! My first thought - if I end up looking half as fly, this will be great. She introduced herself, and I was struck by how nice she was. She asked me what I was looking for, and we spoke for several minutes as I explained I needed a trim, deep conditioner and blowout. She told me about the different kinds of conditioners they had and I chose the Kerastase. As she shampooed me - yep, she did it herself! - and gave me the conditioner, we chatted about how I ended up at the salon and got to know each other better. Overall, it was an extremely relaxing experience. She trimmed my raggedy ends into shape, and gave me these soft spiral curls, and my hair was bouncing and behaving! When I saw the final result, I was floored - my hair was FABULOUS! It hadn't looked that good in a LONG time. I immediately decided I would be back, and that Rivkah would be my go-to stylist. Thanks so much, Rivkah! Feeling really relaxed and good about myself, i headed off for my pedicure with Ivy, and the great vibes continued. Ivy is sweet and talented - I do a lot of walking so my feet needed some love, and by the time she got through they were summer-sandal-ready. I definitely will be back to see her too. Some have mentioned that Maxine is a little pricey, but it is worth it - you definitely get what you pay for, and feeling fabulous is priceless. :o)
Posted on 5/1/2010 by Tasha S.
5.0 Stars
My stylist was Rivka and I LOVE HER!
I am not a salon girl and I am DEFINATELY not a fancy downtown salon girl so this place HAS to be special. I have gone there a few times to this trendy, upscale and modern salon to be greeted by friendly people without major attitude. My sylist was Rivka and I LOVE HER! I love her style and her cuts! Have you ever had a haircut by a person who you didn't think was all that attractive and thought to yourself "Why would I trust my beauty to this person?" With Rivka, I don't feel that way and hope I walk out looking like her! My new haircut she suggested has looked good for months and I am still getting complimented on it!
Posted on 8/28/2009 by Kennen M.
5.0 Stars
I'm excited to try more color with Stacie.
UPDATE: I had been to Maxine a few times and I was pretty happy with it. Rivkah is very nice and gives exceptional blowouts. Last summer, I decided to do something different and go a lot shorter. There was some miscommunication and I ended up with an unsatisfactory cut. I called Maxine and they had me come in the same day and have it tweaked, free of charge. I also mentioned in my previous review that I was unhappy with the color, and Tracey contacted me and asked me to come in and try again, as her guest. I booked an appointment with Stacie and am so happy I decided to go back to Maxine! She is very knowledgeable about color and was able to tell me that the light ash brown color I am always trying to get out of my dark brown is basically impossible, among other random color questions I had. We decided on honey blonde highlights. This was my first time going much lighter but I am so pleased with the results. She did the color herself, without help from an assistant, and was very careful in applying and checking in on how the color developed. My hair has more dimension and the highlights look so natural. I notice less that my hair even has highlights. It just looks... sunnier, which is perfect for summer. I got my hair blown out by Neepa, who I ended up having so much in common with. Another great blowout from Maxine. I also really appreciate that she told me exactly what products she was using on my hair. Very impressed by the management, who in the end corrected both my haircut and my color. I'm excited to try more color with Stacie. I'll be back for sure.
Posted on 6/21/2009 by Marisa A.
5.0 Stars
I continue to be amazed with Rivkah's skills as a stylist.
I continue to be amazed with Rivkah's skills as a stylist. She used to cut my hair when it was long and layered, but recently I wanted to go short again. She gave me the cutest, most precise graduated bob I've ever had. I keep getting tons of compliments and my husband can't keep his eyes off me.
Posted on 1/31/2009 by Elana K.
5.0 Stars
This place is great.
This place is great. My mother and both of my sisters have gone here for over two years. We all get our hair cut by Rivkah (http://www.maxinesalon...), who is fantastic - I've never had a better haircut, but it's my sisters and mom who really look dramatically different and feel great with their cool new looks. My mom gets her coloring done by Stacy, and she's been very happy with Stacy's work (plus she's "such a doll," as my mother says). The colorists and stylists at Maxine can do anything, but the vibe is very classically chic - I haven't seen many clients leaving with mohawks or garish colors.
Posted on 12/2/2008 by Robert D.
5.0 Stars
Talented staff with great attitudes.
Talented staff with great attitudes. Becca freshened up my bob, Tina gave me beautiful, warm, high & lowlights, and Rivkah gave me a sleek blowout. Everyone there seems so friendly & genuinely accommodating. Also, they're really good at reading you, i.e. they won't yap your ear off when you're tired & just want to bury your face in a magazine. I think I've found my new salon.
Posted on 5/24/2008 by Melissa J.