What do people think of Brooke Gildner?
Bridget 65, Charlottesville - For most of my life I envied my sister's thick and course hair. When my black hair turned grey and then white; my hairs seemed to get even thinner, and more hairs seemed to fall out, and my pink scalp was showing. What was a young woman (I was only 57 at the time) to do? Friends and family suggested I give Brooke a try and wow! Now people ask me how I came to have such thick and beautiful hair. And the natural wave is now my friend instead of my foe. This is all to do with a superb haircut by Brooke. I think she must be part magician. I will follow her wherever she goes but I hope she stays here in C'ville. Oh yes, she's helped tinsel me too. I'm young again! Thank you Brooke.
Pam 60, Charlottesville - I love that Brooke has helped me highlight the white in the front of my hair and deepen the dark brown in back. It really makes the white "pop" and lessens the mousy look it had before. And she does it with glossers so it grows out without being terribly obvious.
Heidi 48, Charlottesville - Brooke has been cutting my hair for 6 years now and I could not be a more satisfied client. While my hair is short and silver now, Brooke has cut and colored my hair at many various lengths, styles and colors over the years, keeping me "current" along the way. Brooke listens and knows what works...I so appreciated how she encouraged me to keep up with my short haircut but transition away from coloring, as my hair was turning gray (scratch that, SILVER). I dreaded the transition but she made it effortless throughout. I love telling her all the times I have been stopped and asked "who cuts your hair?!" Brooke is a gem.
Ashleigh 23, Crozet - I have been going to Brooke since I was 12 years old and she continues to amaze me with her talent and passion for her job. Sometimes I'm not sure what to do with my hair. I always trust Brooke to use her creative judgement and she never fails me! I've gone to Brooke for trims, perms, updos and she has even encouraged me to go for a few feathers (which are so cute)! She goes the extra mile to make you feel amazing and she always knows the best hair styles for all kinds of people.
Lauren 26, Charlottesville - I went to Brooke last year when I decided I was ready for a dramatic hairstyle change. Brooke was enthusiastic, supportive, and offered styling advice and great product recommendations for my new, much shorter 'do'! She did a wonderful job following the photo I'd brought in while also incorporating my own personality and preferences into the hairstyle. She's easy to talk to and her styling skills are legendary (seriously, I've never been fully, 100% satisfied with a haircut prior to Brooke).
Charlie, Charlottesville - Many can cut hair. Some can style hair. Few understand hair. Simply the best beautician I have ever encountered!
Cassie 21, Charlottesville - I've been getting my haircut from Brooke since I was in middle school. I first found her to cut my hair for Locks of Love and have been going to her ever since (close 10 years)! I trust her completely to style my hair and love every single haircut I get from her!
Camille 68, Charlottesville - Brooke gives a great haircut that will still look good as it grows out so it lasts a long time. I also appreciate that Brooke does not try sell you on products or services but sticks to what you want plain and simple.
Rosi 56, Charlottesville - I've had Brooke Gildner cut my hair for the past 8 years. Not only is she a great stylist, she is a good listener and psychologist! She takes time to really listen to what I want done with my hair, and also gives good suggestions on styling and care. I value the fact that she only recommends products that work well with my hair. She's not constantly trying to sell me something or add some service that I don't really want. She is very professional, and I've brought both my son and daughter in to get their hair cut by Brooke as well. A great gift idea is a gift certificate for Brooke's services.
Margaret 25, Charlottesville - "Brooke has been taking care of my hair for over 12 years! She has guided me though more hair colors than I think either of us even remember, a wide array of haircuts, and even more life adventures. She has taught me how to take care of my hair and to see it as a real asset to my overall image and self-confidence. Over the years I have sent many of my friends and family members to her and nobody has been disappointed."
Thank you for all that you have done for me over the years!! My relationship with you has been such a point of joy in my life.
C.W., Charlottesville - There comes a time when we grow beyond our younger selves. Our hairstyles and clothes no longer work for us. This can be a terrifying and disorienting time. Finding a stylist who can help us in this time of transition can be enormously helpful. Brooke helped me through several different phases of this awkward time until my hair arrived at its midlife color and texture. Brooke enabled me to see what my hair and style could become for the next chapter of my life.
Her eye for color and understanding of makeup meant I could update my entire “look” with her.
Brooke’s understanding of chemistry and her eye for detail in styling enabled me to come out on top of a major upheaval. I now know what products I need to care for this “new” hair, and how to feel confident in how I present myself in the world as this next (renewed? Can’t think of word) version of me. Thank you Brooke!
L.M., Charlottesville - I found my way to Brooke because I walked by the salon and saw her hair through the window. It was gorgeous and what I had wanted for years! The reality was, my hair was nothing like Brooke’s hair. But in the way only Brooke could do, she transformed my hair from dark to blonde and then gave me the perfect cut and taught me how to use the products I needed. Years later, when I went back to my natural color, Brooke was, once again, able to give me a cut that garners compliments every week. She is not only a great stylist who always sees what works well on a client, but can transform a client’s wishes into the most flattering cut. She is also a great colorist, wonderful teacher and all around stupendous advocate for a client’s hair and overall look.
J.T., Charlottesville - Brooke takes the dreams of each client and translates them into a style that takes into account the nature of your hair. Whether it is a client (you have thick hair) with thick hair who wants a style intended for fine hair, or someone with fine hair wanting a style that requires bulk, Brooke is able to create a cut that works for you. She is a tremendous problem solver, teacher and advocate, helping us to learn how to use products and taking the time to teach us how to style our hair at home. She is also a great colorist and is always ready to help you if you have questions about the best makeup or accessories for you.
F.W., Charlottesville - For those of us who find ourselves no longer the 30 something we once were, she is remarkable at helping us find the right cut as time passes and our needs change, while always helping us to feel current with the times. I am also grateful for Brooke’s commitment to carrying the best products that offer the newest advancements in hair care. This enables those of us with unruly hair or specific challenges to find products that both improve the look of our hair, but can actually repair our hair. Ever since I began getting my hair done by Brooke I frequently get compliments on my hair and often pass out her card when people ask who does my hair. She has a huge heart, a great eye and a tremendous gift as a stylist. I can’t say enough good things about her. Whether you are looking for a traditional or more creative approach to your hair, you are in good hands with Brooke.
Pam 60, Charlottesville - I love that Brooke has helped me highlight the white in the front of my hair and deepen the dark brown in back. It really makes the white "pop" and lessens the mousy look it had before. And she does it with glossers so it grows out without being terribly obvious.
Heidi 48, Charlottesville - Brooke has been cutting my hair for 6 years now and I could not be a more satisfied client. While my hair is short and silver now, Brooke has cut and colored my hair at many various lengths, styles and colors over the years, keeping me "current" along the way. Brooke listens and knows what works...I so appreciated how she encouraged me to keep up with my short haircut but transition away from coloring, as my hair was turning gray (scratch that, SILVER). I dreaded the transition but she made it effortless throughout. I love telling her all the times I have been stopped and asked "who cuts your hair?!" Brooke is a gem.
Ashleigh 23, Crozet - I have been going to Brooke since I was 12 years old and she continues to amaze me with her talent and passion for her job. Sometimes I'm not sure what to do with my hair. I always trust Brooke to use her creative judgement and she never fails me! I've gone to Brooke for trims, perms, updos and she has even encouraged me to go for a few feathers (which are so cute)! She goes the extra mile to make you feel amazing and she always knows the best hair styles for all kinds of people.
Lauren 26, Charlottesville - I went to Brooke last year when I decided I was ready for a dramatic hairstyle change. Brooke was enthusiastic, supportive, and offered styling advice and great product recommendations for my new, much shorter 'do'! She did a wonderful job following the photo I'd brought in while also incorporating my own personality and preferences into the hairstyle. She's easy to talk to and her styling skills are legendary (seriously, I've never been fully, 100% satisfied with a haircut prior to Brooke).
Charlie, Charlottesville - Many can cut hair. Some can style hair. Few understand hair. Simply the best beautician I have ever encountered!
Cassie 21, Charlottesville - I've been getting my haircut from Brooke since I was in middle school. I first found her to cut my hair for Locks of Love and have been going to her ever since (close 10 years)! I trust her completely to style my hair and love every single haircut I get from her!
Camille 68, Charlottesville - Brooke gives a great haircut that will still look good as it grows out so it lasts a long time. I also appreciate that Brooke does not try sell you on products or services but sticks to what you want plain and simple.
Rosi 56, Charlottesville - I've had Brooke Gildner cut my hair for the past 8 years. Not only is she a great stylist, she is a good listener and psychologist! She takes time to really listen to what I want done with my hair, and also gives good suggestions on styling and care. I value the fact that she only recommends products that work well with my hair. She's not constantly trying to sell me something or add some service that I don't really want. She is very professional, and I've brought both my son and daughter in to get their hair cut by Brooke as well. A great gift idea is a gift certificate for Brooke's services.
Margaret 25, Charlottesville - "Brooke has been taking care of my hair for over 12 years! She has guided me though more hair colors than I think either of us even remember, a wide array of haircuts, and even more life adventures. She has taught me how to take care of my hair and to see it as a real asset to my overall image and self-confidence. Over the years I have sent many of my friends and family members to her and nobody has been disappointed."
Thank you for all that you have done for me over the years!! My relationship with you has been such a point of joy in my life.
C.W., Charlottesville - There comes a time when we grow beyond our younger selves. Our hairstyles and clothes no longer work for us. This can be a terrifying and disorienting time. Finding a stylist who can help us in this time of transition can be enormously helpful. Brooke helped me through several different phases of this awkward time until my hair arrived at its midlife color and texture. Brooke enabled me to see what my hair and style could become for the next chapter of my life.
Her eye for color and understanding of makeup meant I could update my entire “look” with her.
Brooke’s understanding of chemistry and her eye for detail in styling enabled me to come out on top of a major upheaval. I now know what products I need to care for this “new” hair, and how to feel confident in how I present myself in the world as this next (renewed? Can’t think of word) version of me. Thank you Brooke!
L.M., Charlottesville - I found my way to Brooke because I walked by the salon and saw her hair through the window. It was gorgeous and what I had wanted for years! The reality was, my hair was nothing like Brooke’s hair. But in the way only Brooke could do, she transformed my hair from dark to blonde and then gave me the perfect cut and taught me how to use the products I needed. Years later, when I went back to my natural color, Brooke was, once again, able to give me a cut that garners compliments every week. She is not only a great stylist who always sees what works well on a client, but can transform a client’s wishes into the most flattering cut. She is also a great colorist, wonderful teacher and all around stupendous advocate for a client’s hair and overall look.
J.T., Charlottesville - Brooke takes the dreams of each client and translates them into a style that takes into account the nature of your hair. Whether it is a client (you have thick hair) with thick hair who wants a style intended for fine hair, or someone with fine hair wanting a style that requires bulk, Brooke is able to create a cut that works for you. She is a tremendous problem solver, teacher and advocate, helping us to learn how to use products and taking the time to teach us how to style our hair at home. She is also a great colorist and is always ready to help you if you have questions about the best makeup or accessories for you.
F.W., Charlottesville - For those of us who find ourselves no longer the 30 something we once were, she is remarkable at helping us find the right cut as time passes and our needs change, while always helping us to feel current with the times. I am also grateful for Brooke’s commitment to carrying the best products that offer the newest advancements in hair care. This enables those of us with unruly hair or specific challenges to find products that both improve the look of our hair, but can actually repair our hair. Ever since I began getting my hair done by Brooke I frequently get compliments on my hair and often pass out her card when people ask who does my hair. She has a huge heart, a great eye and a tremendous gift as a stylist. I can’t say enough good things about her. Whether you are looking for a traditional or more creative approach to your hair, you are in good hands with Brooke.