Mikell Coiffure - Manhattan Beach, California

Johnny Novo

A few weeks before coming home for Thanksgiving, I off hand mentioned to my dearest mother that I wanted to get a haircut soon. A day later I get a text reading "your hair appt is with Michael at Mikell Coiffure's 11/18 at 9:45am. He doesn't take new clients but he is seeing you!" ahahahahaha gotta love Moms.

I arrived right on time as I know my mom would have had my head on the guillotine if I was late. I walked up the steps directly adjacent to Sugarfish, and opened the door into a breathtaking French-Moroccan inspired interior with an ocean view peaking through the window.

The receptionist greeted me with a huge smile as I checked in and asked me if I wanted coffee or some water to which I obviously said "both hehe" and then asked if I wanted still or sparkling water. God I loved being pampered sometimes. But the answer to that question is always sparkling. Always.

After getting my hair washed, I got in the comfy salon chair and a silk green robe draped over me. I felt like a king in here ahahaha.

Michael then comes out in a white tank top under a light green button down, hermes bracelet on the wrist, multi color golden gooses on the feet, all tied together by a pearl necklace that he got off amazon (allegedly). Why am I giving you all these details? I have no idea I'm just trying to set the scene.

I walked into Mikell Coiffure, hair down to my shoulders looking like "a sheepdog" as my father so eloquently puts it. But I think I look like a rockstar heheheheh.

Anyways, I didn't really know what I wanted to do. After explaining to Michael I kinda want to go back to my clean cut choir boy look but I'm conflicted because I have been growing my hair out for awhile and I do like the Rockstar, or Sheepdog, look, he asked how long I'd had it long. "About 2 years..." I said with my tail between my legs. "Okay let's go clean cut" with the confidence of a 2017 Tom Brady. DONE!

Michael is the most engaging hair stylist or barber I have ever been to, as he is so genuinely passionate about his work that I don't think he could hide it if he tried. I got insights into the beauty industry, how he decided on the Salon name, stories of his travels to Morocco that inspired the interior for Mikell Coiffure, and much more. You can teach many things in life, but passion isn't one of them.

This passion, in my experience, leads directly to success and is why he can't take any new clients, unless you know Nancy Novo ahahahaha big Nanc is the plug!

As for the haircut, I will leave you with a short anecdote:

I sent before and after pictures to my girlfriend, who in some circles is known as "The Ice Queen." She laughed at the before one and hearted the after one. A compliment, in the highest of regards, coming from her.

BUT ACTUALLY THIS HAIRCUT FR CHANGED MY LIFE! I'M MOVING SO DIFFERENT NOW Y'ALL BETTER WATCH OUT! FELLAS, INVESTING IN A GOOD HAIRCUT IS WORTH ITS WEIGHT IN GOLD I PROMISE YOU!

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Twila Cook

As soon as I walked into the salon, I was transported to a Moroccan spa. Everyone was so nice, thoughtful and caring. The receptionist wanted to know if I wanted anything to drink. McCall made my hair look so nice and found just the right color. I came because my stylish was out of town, but McCall was so much more masterful. Roberto washed my hair, put some softening and conditioning treatment on my hair, and he even massaged my head. Michael, the owner, is so genuine. He wants all his clients to feel special, and he does his best to oversee his staff. Blair does an exceptional job with makeup and hair styling. I don’t live near Manhattan Beach, but I am making the switch to such an exceptional place. I figure I shouldn’t just settle with my hair. Twila Cook

Katie David

The premiere spot in town for locals to maintain their beautiful hair! I visit every 6-8 weeks and every time I leave, I am feeling magnificently confident. They also take care of your makeup and brows! This is the place to go!

Erin Shaw

Michael has cut and colored my hair for over 13 years! He is funny, charming, and incredibly good at making you look your best!

Well known for his blonde colorings, but I can attest that he is also exceptionally skilled with bronde and expensive brunette. I've tried them all with him! His cuts are realistic for you, your skill level and lifestyle. I can't curl my hair, I often air dry and I go out in the sun. The hair looks good bc he listens, arms me with the right products, he knows I am just a normal person with a hairdryer.
I would even trust him to go red...maybe someday. Also, everyone who works at the salon is incredibly kind and helpful. Music playlist is always fun. It's a great time!

Bryan Kasm

Wonderful team. Beautiful Space. Hands down best salon in MB!

Becca Russell

I am from out of town on vacation . This salon was clean, energetic and the staff was so friendly. Blair did my brows, she was amazing!

Sheldon Zhai

Great haircut, exactly what I wanted! Also cute salon and really nice people. I searched for many salons but this was the best.

Laury D.

Great haircut on my boyfriend, one of the best he had. Exactly what we wanted!