I recently got the courage to cut off my long wavy blonde locks but I didn’t want just anyone to hack them off. NewYork NewYork Hair Studio, a professional Chiang Mai hair salon located in the posh Nimmanhaemin area west of the Old City, took great care of me and left me feeling confident in my new look. All for a little over $15 USD including tip!Â
Western Hair Care Offered at New York New York
NewYork NewYork has been open in Chiang Mai since 2011. Vera Ramasute is the artistic director and owner and was professionally trained in New York before bringing her talent to Chiang Mai hair salon scene. She works on site with her team of stylists and provides trims, cuts, styling, and various processing including hair color, straightening, and body waves. This salon also provides waxing, OPI nail color, and MAC makeup services.
NewYork NewYork is easily recognized by its comic art building front and Marilyn Monroe figurine. Located on Soi 13/2 right off of Nimmanhaemin Road, it sports a look right out of New York City. A big thanks to my fellow travel blogger, Liz from Pause the Moment, who recommended I go to NewYork NewYork after her wonderful experience at the reputable Chiang Mai hair salon a few months earlier.
My Experience at the Chiang Mai Hair Salon, NewYork NewYork
I chose to go to NewYork NewYork because I wanted a stylist that had experience working with fine wavy hair, not just dark thick Asian hair. I also wanted to be able discuss the style I wanted in English and not resort to miming and guessing. Although I could have gotten a haircut for $5 elsewhere, I didn’t want to run the risk of not being able to effectively communicate the style I wanted.
After an initial rough cut to get rid of some length, my stylist methodically cut my hair, adding layers throughout and texture to the ends. Two assistants then used a product for curly hair, finger twisted my hair, and then blow-dried it using a diffuser so I had my natural curls back. Even though I had 8-10 inches cut off, the result had me smiling.
Additional Perks
- Easily made an appointment over the phone
- Timely and professional service
- Comfortable hair washing stations with head rests (not just neck rests)
- Well executed and intricate haircut
- Good hair products selection (and I didn’t feel pressured to buy anything)
Bottom Line
I was taken very good care of from start to finish by New York New York’s team of stylists. I loved my experience there and will be going back there when I need a trim. The haircut was 450 baht and I tipped 50 baht, so the total cost came out to a little over $15 USD.
For Those Who are Curious
Here’s a little background information on why I took the plunge and cut off my long locks at this Chiang Mai hair salon. Two months ago I decided to do something daring with my hair and go ombre.
This was the look I was going for:
This was the look I got:
I did NOT get this processing from New York New York but from another Chiang Mai hair salon. I went back a second time to get it fixed, but I never got the look I truly wanted, neither in blending nor color.
Unfortunately, two bleaching processes within days of each did extensive damage to my hair. Â Not only was I embarrassed to wear my hair down because it didn’t turn out the way I wanted, it was so rough it would get instantly tangled. I resorted to wearing my hair in a bun or braided most days. Worst of all, the total cost was 4,000 baht or roughly $130, and for all that money I wasn’t able to confidently show off my hair.
For those with medium to fair hair looking to lighten your locks, do not assume that a professional salon can deliver products suited for non-Asian hair. Do your own research on the brand of coloring to decide if it is compatible with your hair type. I will be sticking to my natural color for now, but when the time is right, I might give New York New York a try with highlights! I am thrilled to have finally found a go to Chiang Mai hair salon.
Location and Contact Information
Address: 13/2 Soi 13 Nimmanhaemin Road Amphoe Muang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, Thailand 50200
Hours:10:00 am to 8:00pm
Phone: (053) 215-199
Website: newyorknewyorkstudio.com
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Hi, I just got my hair colored, cut and blow dried at New York New York today with Nong and she was GREAT. I discussed price and what she would do ahead of time and then made sure of the total price before even starting. I also had my color formular from my hair dresser back in the United States, so I think that helped them to know what I wanted. Yes the prices I think have even changed from July 2016 for Haircut, I got the Senior haircut (still not sure what the difference was to the New York… Read more »
Thanks for sharing Nancy! We had a friend who last month went in for a cut and color (dark brunette) and she loved it.
Hey Angela!
This post is a bit old, so I’m wondering if you’ve been back to this salon since then? Have you gotten color done recently in Chiang Mai that you like? I already have ombre from my stylist back home in the States, but I need to update it here since it’s grown out. Any more info would be great!!
I’ve had a friend do my blond highlights the past few round, but she is no longer in town. I have had highlights done at NY NY and they were just ok. My neighbor also had blond colorwork done last year and was not happy (different stylist). I just spoke with a friend who went last week and she’s brunette and loved her color (yet another stylist). I am currently on my own search to find a salon who will do the correct blond color on me without frying my hair. Let me know what you find!
New York New York was amazing! I think that was the best, most thorough haircut I’ve ever gotten on my thick, curly, crazy hair. She spent so much time shaping each and every tendril of hair (whoa). Now I’m contemplating whether to go back and try their ombre before I leave Chiang Mai… Thanks for the recommendation!!
YES! They shape every curl on my head, too! Glad to hear you had a great experience :)
Thanks for the recommendation! I’m headed to Chiang Mai for a few weeks, so will check them out. I’ve also been really wanting to try ombre..so if you find any place that does a good job, I’d love it if you let me know! :)
I’ve been trying to find the same thing!
This is an excellent hair salon!! I have known the woman who owns and operates the place for many years, and she was super coveted back here in the states. Her appointments would be booked for months in advance at one of the top studios in Philadelphia. She has the know-how and is the sweetest person on earth as well!! Love, love, love it!
I walked in there today, thinking of going to get my highlights touched up only thing they want 2700baht which is more than I pay back in Milwaukee Wisconsin!
Hi Hannah, yes the highlight prices, even partial, start at 2,500 baht (price list in the post). The deal at this place is definitely the haircut, but I guess since they are trained in doing westerners’ hair they feel that they can charge “New York” type prices. We will let you know if we come across any other places that do good highlights for less. Please let us know if you if you find a place that you like/recommend. Good luck :)
Thanks for the hint. I am very happy with my haircut!
Great! We are so glad to have been able to point you in the right direction :)
I wish you had written this when we were up in Chiang Mai—I really wanted to get my haircut but couldn’t figure out where to get it done. In the end we wound up getting cheapo trims at a random mall for about $5… I didn’t want anything fancy so it turned out ok, but they also spent more time styling my hair like a pageant queen than actually cutting it. I would have gone for something a bit more daring/fun if I was confident that the people cutting my hair could understand me. Your hair looks fantastic; definitely $15… Read more »
Oh no! Well, you have a great place to go to when you come back and to recommend for your traveling friends. I wanted/needed something different, which I why I chose NY NY over a $5 place. They always want to play with my hair, too! It’s kinda fun though… :)
Love the haircut. I took my mom there when she was visiting and at one point she had about 6 women fawning over her, giving her a mini-massage, fluffing her hair… etc.
What an awesome son :) I had two ladies “fluffing” my hair, too, after the cut. It’s great to feel pampered!
Wow Angela, your hair looks lovely <3!!
Thank you thank you!
Ang, I love the new look. I know it was a big step but I think it was the right one. Glad you found the perfect salon too!
Aw, why thanks, Mom!
Your new style is SUPER cute! Always good to hear tips like this and as a fellow fine, fair-haired traveler, I know exactly what a challenge it can be to find someone familiar with your hair type and expectations, especially for a reasonable price. Great post!
Thanks for the compliment :) While there are tons of salons around, it’s nice to get a good cut on farang hair AND be able to speak English.
Thanks Angela. You have probably saved Lin a lot of trial and error when we get there. At least she has a good place to start. I’ll probably get drug along too with those prices. She won’t have to ever cut my hair again.
I have been thinking about hair salons and if I could find one that knows about fine hair. You are a doll to post your experience and pictures. Your hair looks great now! And Vince is correct…..l do not plan on cutting his hair ever again! :) Thanks for the post.
I also recognize the Sexy Product I used to use here but can’t find anymore! Sweet!!!
Yes! They used the Sexy Curls one (blue bottle) on me. I want to go back and get a bottle actually!
Oh no, disastrous home haircut? There are a ton of barbers for just a few bucks.
It took me awhile to stumble upon NY NY. I’m glad I did for the times I want to treat myself :)