Wilde About Hair

117 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, Al13ET

About us

A cooperative of independent Hair Designers and Colour Technicians rigorously trained and testing at the Wella academy in London. Several members of the Wilde About Hair cooperative have achieved the Colour Degree Specialist qualification. Some of the top accolades in Professional hair colour. We take inspiration from the catwalk or high fashion and then work with our clients to create real hair styles for real people. We also offer a comprehensive range of Wella & Sebastian salon products. By combining these professional quality products with our unique tips and styling techniques - You'll have no problem recreating your style when away from the salon.

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday Closed

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A St Albans legend

Caroline Colton
17th Dec 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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An absolute gem and a true St Albans legend with years of experience behind him. He is one of the best hairdressers around. With a combination of skill, experience, and warmth, he makes every visit a pleasure. You always leave feeling like your best self—he’s a master of his craft and genuinely cares about his clients.

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Feeling fabulous!

Holly
11th Dec 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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As always I felt listened to and understood. Gary performed a miracle and I felt a decade younger and fabulous. Christmas party ready hair. Thank you!

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Wonderful service

Devyani Burleigh
7th Dec 2024
Team Member: Claire
5.0
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Really enjoyed by time at the salon and came out with a lovely haircut.

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Bella
5th Dec 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary is a lovely and very experienced hairdresser who I’ve been going to for many years. He’s very skilful and especially patient with my neurotic hair issues!

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Gary’s expertise shines through! Highly recommend

Brindha Karthikeyan
28th Nov 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I had an appointment for a wash and finish today, and Gary did a fantastic job! He was incredibly friendly while maintaining a high level of professionalism throughout. I’m absolutely thrilled with the outcome—my hair looks and feels amazing. Thank you, Gary, for such an excellent experience! I’ll definitely be back.

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Childrens cut and finish

Jennifer
9th Nov 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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My daughters hair looks beautiful! She is very Happy and can't wait to book in again! Thank you so much.

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Excellent as ever

Ann Davies
6th Nov 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary and Claire are a great team - always give a superb professional service, discussing with me what I want and checking I am happy throughout the appointment and at the end. They have been looking after my hair for 20 years now & I have always been happy with the results! Wouldn’t go anywhere else!

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Cut and Blowdry

Samantha Godfrey
2nd Nov 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Went for a cut and blowdry this morning
Great service, lovely coffee and a head massage whilst having my hair washed which was bliss.
Gary talked me through every stage and the end result was exactly what I wanted. Really pleased. Will definitely recommend and come again. Thank you 😊

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Haircare

Con McCarthy
12th Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary has been cutting my hair for over 20 years. Gary always does a brilliant job, Always delighted. There is always a warm friendly welcome. Thank you.

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Women’s Haircut

Rebecca
12th Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Delighted with my haircut. It was great to have a discussion concerning what would work for my hair type. The advice received was accurate and I am really pleased with the end result. Thank you.

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Hair cut

Anonymous
7th Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0

Very happy with my hair cut. I will be coming back as a Clint. Thank you Gary.

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Wash and blow dry

Anonymous
5th Oct 2024
5.0

A lovely bright salon, very welcoming staff. This was my first visit and Gary did exactly what I asked for. I was very happy with the end result and would have no hesitation in availing of his services when I'm next in the area.

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Initial hair appointment - total resume after 12+ months

Anonymous
3rd Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0

Excellent appointment- the salon was great and Gary was edcellent

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Excellent

Carole G
1st Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Once again a great hair cut from Gary! Just what I wanted and I am very pleased. I have never been disappointed in numerous visits over the years. It's a lovely bright, clean salon with a nice atmosphere. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.

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Thank You!

Sarah Stuart
1st Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Once again I’m delighted with my haircut, thank you Gary.

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Great hair cut in related atmosphere

Kez
1st Oct 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Thankyou Gary for a great haircut in a new and very relaxing environment! Always trusted hands to put your hair into!

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Amazing

Libby
9th Sep 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Amazing as always, Gary always knows exactly what I want even when I’m not the best at describing it!

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Great

Lynn
3rd Sep 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Excellent haircut for my son

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Great hair

Stephanie
29th Aug 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary has been my stylist for the last 10 years. Always a fantastic cut. Great style. I'm always sooo pleased. Loving the new salon.

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10 stars

Maggi
20th Aug 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Simply love my hair. 🙏🏼

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Cut, colour and Tint

Antonia Russo
15th Aug 2024
4.0
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Was not advised on costs

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Fab Hairdressers

Rebecca
10th Aug 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I’ve been to various hairdressers over the years and this is the only establishment that has made me feel truly comfortable from the offset. Yes, the new site may be a tad smaller than the previous one, but it’s a lovely chilled, relaxing space. I’m in safe hands with Gary as he always knows exactly what to do with my hair when I don’t. As an added bonus the chat and sense of humour are pretty good too.

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My first time here!

Sharon Linney
2nd Aug 2024
5.0
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Sarah first client. Loved it. Felt at home, comfortable with chatty friendly people. Bright airy salon. Will be coming back!!

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Cut and finish great

Paola Archer
21st Jul 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary is fantastic . Know the hair style I need and is always so relaxing to have my hair done , looks amazing .

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Cut and bliwdry

Mrs hobbs
16th Jul 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Lovely cut and blow dry so relaxing both Gary and Claire make you so welcome and Libby so lovely .

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Summer haircut

Miss Sandrine Kuentz
29th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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As usual Gary done a outstanding job with my Hair,I feel confident ,Gary is really the Best Hair Therapist in the UK

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I was listened to and came away very happy!

Holly
22nd Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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It was a lovely environment, friendly staff. I was listened to, advised and given a tutorial about how to manage the style. I cannot fault my experience. I’ll definitely be back and recommending to my friends. I came away very happy and with a wonderful cut, thank you Gary!

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Great haircut 😊

Nadine
21st Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Thank you for a great haircut and styling

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Walsh

Rita
18th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Very good experience.
Very happy with my hair.amazing
Very friendly service.will visit agt.yee

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Colour and cut

Beth Fagg
18th Jun 2024
Team Member: Claire
5.0
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Loved the attention to detail and friendly atmosphere in the salon.. Hreat colour from Claire.
Gary is the BEST when it comes to hair cutting!!

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Great hair cut for my son

Jacqueline Gomez
12th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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First appointment with Gary and straight away he made my son feel comfortable.
He really listened to how my son wanted his hair and also to my input and also gave suggestions on how to achieve this. My son left very happy and his hair looking very smart! Thank you Gary, see you again soon.

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Excellent

Anne
12th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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As always, very good cut. Friendly service

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Great understanding of hairstyles

Sheila
12th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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After a history of other stylists who didn’t understand my hair, it was a relief to have a cut by someone who does!
The first time in a few decades that I enjoyed being at a hairdressers! Lovely atmosphere too

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Just love this hairdressing salon.

Annie
5th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I've been coming to Gary to get my hair done for many years & he never fails to give a first class service. His manner is relaxed but very professional. We also find something interesting chat about & have a laugh, thank you again Gary.

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Lovely experience, excellent results

Natalie
5th Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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So happy with my hair! Gary was friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable. Gary discussed my wants and preferences for my cut and style. He's highly skilled and I left feeling happy with my cut and so confident

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Great Service

Con Mccarthy
2nd Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I’ve been going to Gary for over 20 years and always receive a warm and friendly welcome. Always happy with the end result, great haircut.

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Haircut, wash and blow dry

Callie Davies
1st Jun 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Amazing service today, Gary did my hair exactly how I wanted it

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Lovely haircut

Petra
28th May 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I had my lovely haircut with Gary today, after a very long time. I had long, thick hair but he managed to create a nice bouncy haircut. It feels so much better, lighter and has more movement. Thank you!

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Rosie Clayton
18th May 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Excellent

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Lovely haircut

Lesley
13th May 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Thank you Gary for my new look!! Love it.

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Welcoming and friendly

Clare
5th May 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary and Claire were very friendly and put my 4 year old daughter at ease quickly. The salon was calm which also helped. Gary tidied up her hair after a friend had cut her hair whilst playing hairdressers. I'm very grateful. We look forward to returning when she has more hair for him to work with. :-)

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Great hair

Stephanie
18th Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Another perfect hair cut from the master of hair. The bestest hair do ever.

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First trip fabulousness

Emily
17th Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I needed a hair cut less than 2 weeks before my wedding. I am new to the area and so finding a stylist was a bit scary but Gary was amazing. Such a lovely man, who put me at ease with his confidence and kind manner. He made my time in the salon a delight with wonderful conversation and a beautiful result. I’ll definitely be back.

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Why I keep returning to Wilde about Hair

Felicity Steel
11th Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary is great fun and, importantly, immensely experienced. He always responds positively to my styling requests and I know my hair will be cut well. Claire is also a brilliant colourist who goes to great lengths to achieve the best results. It is a treat to be in such a stylish and relaxed environment. Coffee is excellent too. I always leave smiling.
I highly recommend this salon.

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Perfect…

Maureen
10th Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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I have been a client of Gary’s for years; it’s so good to know that the end result is always perfect! Lovely comfortable salon, quality products used.

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Experience

Marie Gillies
9th Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
4.5
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He listened to what I wanted. And cut my hair according. Was chatty and pleasant

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5 Star treatment

Anthea H
5th Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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It was my daughter’s first proper haircut (11) and Gary was so kind and patient and explained everything so well and she loved the result. She had such an amazing first experience - we will be back

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Susie Anderson
5th Apr 2024
Team Member: Claire
4.5
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Enjoyed meeting Claire. Experience was fine

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Great experience

Kim Scrivener
3rd Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Very pleased with my haircut. I always enjoy chatting with Gary and the tea/coffee is top notch.

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Gents Haircut

Phil Hibbert
3rd Apr 2024
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Great experience. Friendly, professional and an excellent haircut. Will be going back on a regular basis now. Highly recommended

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