Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hair & Beauty Salon in Seattle
Salon Joseph has been a cornerstone of Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood since 1985, offering exceptional hair care services rooted in decades of expertise. Founded by Joseph Abolafia, a Seattle native with training in Paris, London, and the Tony & Guy Advanced Academy, our salon combines global inspiration with local community values. Our team of award-winning stylists, including industry veterans like Rory McGowan and Jennifer, brings decades of combined experience in cutting-edge techniques like balayage, dimensional color, and keratin treatments.We prioritize personalized consultations to create styles that enhance natural beauty while maintaining practicality for daily life. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond hair care through partnerships with local nonprofits and a focus on creating a welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. With recent expansions and the return of co-founder Rory McGowan, we continue evolving while maintaining the same high standards that have earned us features in Queen Anne Magazine and a loyal clientele spanning nearly 40 years.
Services
Precision Haircuts
Custom Color Services
Balayage Techniques
Keratin Treatments
Special Occasion Styling
Hair Extensions
Conditioning Treatments
Men's Grooming
Youth Haircuts
Color Correction
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 35+ years serving Seattle's Queen Anne neighborhood with expert hair care
- Team includes stylists with advanced training from Tony & Guy and Gene Juarez Academy
- Specialized in balayage, dimensional color, and keratin treatments
- Featured in Queen Anne Magazine for outstanding service
- Reunited founding team with combined 60+ years in hair design
What people say
Exceptional precision
Delighted experience
Relaxing and informative
Fantastic color results
Skilled professionals
Services
Precision Haircuts
Custom haircuts tailored to face shape and lifestyle. Our stylists use advanced cutting techniques to create manageable, stylish looks that enhance natural texture. Clients receive personalized styling advice for maintaining salon-quality results at home.
Custom Color Services
Professional color applications using Keune's luxury product line. Services include all-over color, retouches, and dimensional techniques. Our colorists create customized shades that complement skin tones while maintaining hair health through conditioning treatments.
Balayage Techniques
Artistic highlighting method that creates natural sun-kissed effects. This freehand technique allows for precise placement of color to enhance facial features. Results grow out naturally, requiring less frequent touch-ups compared to traditional highlights.
Keratin Treatments
Advanced smoothing treatments for frizzy or curly hair. Using Cezanne and Keratin Complex formulas, these treatments reduce styling time while improving hair texture. Results last up to 5 months with proper aftercare using recommended products.
Special Occasion Styling
Custom updos and styling for weddings, proms, and special events. Our stylists create long-lasting, camera-ready looks that complement attire and personal style. Services include trial sessions and touch-up consultations for event day preparation.
People
Joseph Abolafia
Owner
Seattle native with 30+ years in hair design. Trained in Paris, London, and Tony & Guy Academy. Founded Salon Joseph in 1985 and continues to lead with creative vision and technical expertise.
Rory McGowan
Co-Owner
Reunited with Joseph after 30 years at Coupe Rokei. Specializes in three-dimensional hair artistry. Created skincare line theonlyskincare. Brings international experience from photo shoots and runway shows.
Jennifer
Stylist
Gene Juarez Academy graduate with advanced French cutting training. Specializes in balayage and dimensional color. Combines urban fashion sense with a warm, approachable demeanor for personalized client experiences.
Michelle Clifton
Stylist
Certified Hairdreams extension specialist. Trained at top Seattle salons. Focuses on creating customized volumizing systems and transformative hair color solutions while maintaining hair health through advanced techniques.
Konnie Nelson
Stylist
37-year Seattle hair industry veteran. Expert in Vidal Sassoon cutting method. Specializes in nature-inspired color customization. Prioritizes making clients feel uniquely beautiful through personalized hair care approaches.
Questions
What hair services do you offer?
We provide precision haircuts, custom color services, balayage, keratin treatments, hair extensions, special occasion styling, and conditioning treatments using premium products like Keune and R+Co.
How can I book an appointment?
Book through our website or call us at 206-285-1113. We offer online scheduling for most services and accept walk-ins when available.
What makes your salon different?
Our team combines 30+ years of experience with advanced training from global institutions. We focus on personalized consultations and maintaining a welcoming environment that's earned us features in Queen Anne Magazine.
Do you offer special occasion services?
Yes, we specialize in wedding updos, prom styles, and event hair. We provide trial sessions and touch-up consultations to ensure perfect camera-ready looks for any special occasion.
What hair products do you carry?
We offer Keune's luxury hair care line, R+Co products, and La Biosthetique. Our stylists can recommend personalized product regimens to maintain your salon results at home.
Are there parking options available?
Yes, we have plenty of on-street parking available in the Queen Anne neighborhood. The area also offers nearby amenities for convenient pre- or post-appointment errands.
