AS YOU LIKE IT Testimonials

On 6/9/10 Mickey S. , wrote:

"Dear Patt,
As usual, I love my hair. I appreciate what you do for me so much. You've succeeded in your goal of creating a peaceful, welcoming place for your clients.
Thanks so much.

Mickey

On 3/18/2010, Jan D. wrote:

"Patt's senstivity was especially important in my adult daughter's recent cancer treatment. Sharing her unique, holistic assessment of my daughter's face shape, coloring and lifestyle, Patt gave her the honest facts about what she could do with her particular hair with its own texture, volume, patterned way of growing, etc. A short "do" before chemo, harvesting long blonde hair for "Locks of Love" to make wigs for children with cancer, was followed eight months later with the color consultation and styling of a welcome regrowth of new and different hair. Patt's warmth, ease and confidence in her professional skill invited us to relax and trust even in special circumstances."

On 3/14/2010, Emily L wrote:

Patt has been giving me great hair cuts for years. As You Like It is a funky, comfortable, relaxing space. I often walk in there stressed out in the middle of a work day and I always walk out feeling a little more relaxed and peaceful (not to mention more attractive). Everyone there is very accomodating and genuinely nice and they really care that you leave the salon looking and feeling your best.

On 6/10/2009, Joe S. wrote (after spending the day hanging his painting show):

I enjoyed extended time in your salon, I realize that your services are ultimately about the soul and restoring the self as it buffeted about in our world. All of the elements of your space add up to this, yet you somehow avoided all of the cliche's that would push people's buttons in this realm. ...

Thank you! Joe

On 3/4/2009 Steve R. wrote:

I have my hair styled by Patt Murray, who refers to my hair as "her work", which she takes great pride in. After each cut, Patt makes sure to check in, and offers to fix any little details in case there is anything that's bothering me, which there never is. Every cut has been great and has grown out perfectly! (I tend to go a long time between cuts).

It is a mix of truly amazing customer service, a vintage small business approach, and vibrant artistic surroundings. I highly recommend As You Like It!

On 4/5/2009, Lila J.wrote:

Dear Patt:
You have a wonderful salon, and Liz gave me a perfect cut! I have already scheduled waxing for later this week, and am telling all my friends about As You Like It.

Thanks again.
Lila

On 6/28/2008 Isla E. wrote:

Now that I live further south, I really miss As You Like It. It might be the cutest salon ever. Such a peaceful, homey, gem just north of the bustling city.

They have a library in there where you can borrow books (with great titles!). There is the sweetest little playroom in an alcove where children can play. They display and sell local art. Everyone that I have met there seems to genuinely care about the services they are delivering. I haven't gotten a haircut there, but I used to go get my eyebrows done all the time. Pamela was great. Very attentive. She also does a nice facial with attention to acupressure points.

On 8/2/2008, Janet G wrote:

I am not one to spend a whole lot of time fussing in the morning, so having hair cuts that "work" without much attention on my part is a must. Here in Chicago, hair can change pretty dramatically. Patt's work is designed for the person, the lifestyle and the seasons. It is not about a cut that only works in front a stylist's mirror with a blow-drier at the ready. It's about hair that makes you look like your best version as you go about your life.  The salon is an oasis without being a "spa". There is real art on the walls, candy in dishes, a little nook for small fry to play while their "significant elders" get pampered, and mobiles above the hair-washing sink. And the music is not too loud. World music. Classical. Lovely.

Recently, I had my first myofascial massage from Sam Murray, Patt's husband. Myofascial massage requires the precise and strong application of pressure on muscles and tendons to work out the kinks. This isn't a massage about pampering. It's a massage designed to make you work better, feel better, and even think better. Sam, built like a football player, has a personal understanding of where and how muscles and tendons can go awry. His brothers, bless them, had him do "thumb push-ups" as a kid to improve his handling of the ball. Those years of digital workouts have paid off: He can apply pressure and hold it for an amazing amount of time.

It never occurred to me I had tendonitis, but after my massage with Sam, not only do I know that's what it was, it's notably better. He suggested I ice it for 10 minutes morning and night, which has made a huge difference. I'm riding my bicycle and hiking and it's good. Sam also worked on some muscles in the middle of my back that seem to be my personal magnet for tension. He worked on some muscles about 3 inches below my armpits that immediately relaxed my shoulders. Who knew?   Although some clients see Sam once a week -- or even more often -- many, like me, see him for periodic "tune-ups" : 3 or 4 sessions to work out specific problems. Why take drugs for pain when, with a little bit of work, you can address the problem directly?

On 2/18/2009 Susana D. wrote:

The atmosphere is relaxing and welcoming, the styling thoughtful and attentive. As You Like It features interesting decor, a rotating gallery of compelling art, a full range of services. I've had some of my most illuminating conversations over the past 20 years with the owner. This place is a treasure.

On 9/21/2009 Rebecca A. wrote:

Patt,

...I have finally found someone who is willing to show me what will actually look good for me and my hair, rather than just capitulate to my uneducated guesses about what I want! Thank you for being an artist!

Rebecca