Linda Mariano is not just a hair dresser, colorist, and stylist. She is an artist. Her skill with color is unparalleled and she clearly has a great passion for what she does. Her attention to detail and knowledge about everything hair is beyond compare. My color has never looked better. Rich and deep color but never looks monochrome. I've had many hairdressers in my past, but none as skilled and knowledgeable as Linda. She recommended an organic straightening treatment that has cut down my styling time and changed my life! Just make an appointment now!! You can thank me later. Jo Ann S on Yelp
First of all, Linda should be the patron saint of hair. As far as I'm concerned, she already is! She is a special, brilliant, compassionate, humorous, client-centered, talented soul, renaissance woman extraordinaire, gifted master of hair--Linda's the one to contact first with any hair emergency--multi-dimensional artist and photographer, and writer, among other talents, and an exceedingly helpful, prolific resource agent. I can't thank you enough, Linda--see you soon!
Joan
Thanks Linda! Not only are you a great colorist, but a great photographer! With my busy schedule it's not easy cutting time out of my day to do a photography session. You are very efficient and easy to work with...no fuss no mess and in the comfort of my own surroundings. Cody (dog) liked his shots too. Can't wait to have another session and see all of your fabulous new work! Ana V.
I was at my neighborhood Gelsons yesterday after seeing you and this woman comes up to me while I was perusing the rib eye steaks and she comments on how beautiful my hair looks. She said it looks so soft and shiny and she loved the cut. She told me she's had some nightmarish experiences with hair salons. Her hair type is similar to mine (course and wavy) although she's a red-head. 15 minutes later I'm giving her your name and number so if a woman named Debbie calls you for a consult saying she met one of your clients in the market, you'll know who that is. Just thought you should know. xo - Rizelle M.
My natural color is dark brunette and while I always loved highlights in others I never thought I would ever look good with them. Then I met Linda! When she was doing my base color she quickly wove in a few highlights to show me how a cognac color could work well. Wow was I surprised. I could not return fast enough and have my who crown highlighted -- and I just love it. Love it!! I have never received so many compliments on my hair and I feel so much more attractive with them. I truly think Linda is a color genius and a great stylist. Plus she is a great communicator, and has a wonderful private and peaceful space where you can really relax and enjoy the time. I can't say enough on her behalf -- she is so talented and so lovely! Merry A.
I was trying to find a new hair colorist. I had it with too many salons that turned my hair into what looked like a Halloween color. One day at work I jumped on the internet and Googled color specialists - Linda's name popped up. I clicked on it, got her website and called for an appointment. The rest is a success story. Linda knew exactly what to do to get rid of that Halloween look and turn my hair color into one that's perfect for me. I'm an actress and have gotten more parts since Linda did her magic on me. The hair color is Perfect, the hair care products are perfect, and Linda is perfect and a hair care magician. I'll never let anyone else touch my hair. Liz T.
In a word: WOW!
Every time Linda touches my hair it looks better.
I moved to LA after a lifetime in New York, and I had to find new services for everything.
I searched and searched for someone with experience, but a modern eye. I also wanted to find someone who "gets" brunettes... every salon seems to brag about their blonding but not brunettes.... finally, I discovered Saving Grace Salon and Linda.
Linda not only covered my greys... but was able to rebalance my color and make my hair look overall shinier and healthier. Then I brought in a picture of my hair color from youth (we all darken up as we get older) and unbelievably, Linda has been able to make my hair look like that again. Seriously. Not that "oh isn't that a nice color job and highlights" look... but as if I have the hair color, tone, multidimensionality and shine that I did when I was 20.
OK, so that's my brunette story. But there's more. Both my husband and best friend are natural blonds. Same story - over the years the color base has gotten darker and there are a few greys poking around. Linda has done both of their color the best I have ever seen it.
Aside from the color, Linda does amazing cuts. She is very open with her suggestions and insights but incredibly attentive about what you want. It should be that way always, but alas, not every hair stylist is talented and versatile enough to actually deliver on everything. Linda has it all.
As if that wasn't enough, Linda is a photographer and henna artist. I needed a professional headshot for a conservative corporate environment and I just couldn't stand the idea of having one of those stiff, posed photos you see on executive bios. Linda did my hair and makeup and then a photo shoot - from which I literally had dozens of choices for excellent photos... different moods, but all professional, all attractive, but warm and compelling instead of stiff and corporate. Everyone I work with wanted to know how I got such great photos.
My aforementioned blond friend has just reentered the dating scene and needed headshots both for dating websites and for her professional needs (College professor and scholar).... needless to say, her photos are amazing too... just a bit more playful as appropriate for academics and dating (vs a conservative corp) but still so professional and appealing.
Linda is generous beyond belief with her knowledge and aside from her doing my hair I have also learned how to better do my own hair as she patiently answers my questions about her techniques.
Having gone to high-end salons in NY my entire life I am so happy to have found Saving Grace. Better service, better results and I am not paying for Madison Avenue (or Beverly Hills) ridiculous rent.
Convenient location... zip right there from anywhere in the san gabriel or san fernando valley - right off the 101.
Give Linda a call. Your hair-life will change forever.
posted on Yelp by Linda S.
Linda is fantastic. I'm hooked for life. 10+ years ago, my hair color was destroyed at one of this city's expensive hair salons. A friend turned me on to Linda and I haven't been elsewhere since she rescued my hair. She gives a great cut and creates beautiful color that compliments my skin tone. Her hair studio is welcoming and there's no hairdresser attitude. She'll even offer you a cup of tea while playing some great music. I've received numerous compliments on my hair and I am always happy to send business Linda's way. Elisa W.S.
Linda is not just a stylist, but an artist. Her experience as a visual artist and photographer manifest themselves in the work she does with hair. She exhibits a talent with light, depth, color, and shape that I have yet to see duplicated by another stylist. (And I do occasionally try another stylist...I just keep coming back to Linda.) She is, without a doubt, the best. And I have rather selfish reservations about admitting that she could charge a lot more for the results she produces. The products Linda uses are exceptional, as well. As a product-whore, I keep trying other things, and again, always end up back at Saving Grace. I can't recommend her highly enough! mixergirl
Great hair, easy to get an appointment, Linda makes it all happen.
Posted by mville on Citisearch
Wow is I happy! I have always been afraid to try too many different things and colors with my hair. I have always gone for the natural healthy sun-n-surf kind of look. Unfortunately age has not wanted me to keep that look, but Linda Maeiano at Saving Grace in Salon Republic has made it possible. I have never been able to trust anyone with my color and trims as much as Linda. Today while Linda was photographing my hair for her website (I am very flattered) a lady walked by and said "beautiful, is it real"? That was a great compliment to both Linda (her color) and me (my long hair); it doesn't get much better then that. You can get an appointment within a few days or book weeks in advance. She is always punctual, and I have never had to wait, (hate waiting), her salon is clean, comfortable, and homey. Thumbs Up, parking is easy, clean and comfortable. What a great hair color and cut. Linda at Saving Grace Salon is a fabulous artist/hair stylist. Her highlighting and color expertise always results in numerous compliments, as well as her clean, sharp, well defined cuts. Linda's goal is not only to create a beautiful and fashionable hair style, but to make sure her clients are totally happy when they walk out of her salon. Lynn N.
Linda rescued me from perpetually bad hair days after I relocated from the East Coast and had a few awful cuts and bad color jobs. Linda is an exceptionally talented hair stylist and colorist with great recommendations for hair and skincare products that really do what they promise. Theresa L.
I reacquainted with Linda after I decided to cut (no pun intended) the "every-six-week", $350 hair tab out of my life for good. This is a stylist who can do it all! With all the new grey that keeps popping up on my head Linda's got great coloring skills to work with it in such a natural and flattering way. My friend told me that she's never seen my hair look so good! (FYI, Linda, I've referred her to you). Linda's also a wealth of information regarding skin care and cosmetics too. Don't forget to have Linda set you up with an awesome anti-aging skin care line by Arbonne International. She'll also show you how to buy this product line at a substantial discount! Debbie W
Linda has been my hairdresser for about ten years. I have followed her to several different salons and now to Chess and Burman in Studio City. I live in Phoenix Arizona now but fly back to Los Angeles once a month just to have Linda do my color and cuts. She is a very accomplished colorist and always makes my hair look natural. I have dark roots and lots of gray but Linda makes me into a natural blonde! She is very knowledgeable on a variety of subjects and I always enjoy her company. She is a very positive person and a really loves what she does and it shows. I highly recommend her. Shelley J.
This salon is set up different in that each operator has a private room, so you get a lot of individual attention. The salon is very clean and Linda takes her clients on time. Linda did an analysis on my problem hair, recommended some supplemental products and told me the best place to purchase them. Linda does her own shampooing, color, and cuts and styling and does a wonderful job on each of those. I changed my hair color when I began going to her and have received many complements on the new color. Toni H.
Linda is a great hair colorist and stylist. I get so many compliments on my hair wherever I go. In addition, she has a great line of hair care and styling products that are natural and gentle to use. I highly recommend her and her products! Michelle M
Thank You Notes:
Dear Linda, Been getting rave reviews on the haircut and it has certainly given me a much younger attitude. Lori.
Well, I've been loving my cut and color. I've never received so many compliments on my hair and how it suits me. Elisa