November 12, 2003
Modern Day Men's Club: Manicures and Beer
After reading about Rosecrans Baldwin's visit to the Elizabeth Arden Salon & Spa, Gothamist wonders what he would make of John Allan's, a midtown and downtown men's salon that has haircuts, shaves, massages, manicures, and a generally clubby atmosphere (pool table, beer, etc.). The Times visited it a couple weeks ago, calling it "part old-time, men-only gathering spot, and part newfangled grooming shop for the 21st-century fop." And nowhere does the article use the M-word at all, though. As Rosecrans went to Elizabeth Arden armed with a gift certificate, a friend went to John Allan's under gift auspices as well. Note to well-meaning girlfriends, wives, parents, in-laws, and friends: Make a man wear even clear polish and he'll flinch.
John Allan's offers "Scalp Massaging Shampoo, Conditioning Treatment, Hot Towel, Expert Haircut from a JA-trained staff member, Manicure, Shoeshine, and Beverage" in their Full Service package, not to mention a full line of grooming products; let that be warning for some with trendy boyfriends - their boyfriends may be duped into buying all the product and will horn in on precious bathroom shelf space.
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is john allan's for men only? because i'd love to have a beer with my next manicure!!!
Yes, JA is only for Men, I was a member for three years. I have ended my tenure with them. The customer service at the downtown location is terrible!
would like to contact OLD JA CLIENT
why are you hiding behind a phony email?
contact me anytime to discuss your comments
thanks
do they use colored polish on thre men. if they do im going
do they use colored polish on thre men. if they do im going
Not all men flinch at wearing clear polish on their nails. It's amazing how many guys go out of their way to request it with their manicure. Personally, I think it looks great.
Former JA Client here (midtown location).
Not all men flinch at wearing clear polish on their nails. It's amazing how many guys go out of their way to request it with their manicure. Personally, I think it looks great.
Former JA Client here (midtown location).