With just seven styling chairs, an uncommonly friendly staff, and a home-like style, the Yann Varin Salon is the perfect oasis of privacy on the Upper East Side. The small, chic salon was designed with its celebrity clientele in mind: Each station is separated from the next by a mirror to make clients feel private and comfortable and its two floors connected by a winding staircase create an intimate atmosphere. Yann, who even greets customers personally at the door, carries over that feeling in his unpretentious and considerate manner. "I always listen to every client's wants and get to know her character," he says. "I may suggest looks that I think suit her best, but I never try to force a style or color on her." Because of Yann's personal approach and attention to every client, the salon specializes in bridal styling as well as private group styling parties for special occasions.

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