Shears Hustle & Blow

Behold: the Almighty Golden Blow-Dryer. (Please note plugs dangling down like strings of beaded crystal). This unbelievably diva chandelier could only be the handiwork of Ricky's NYC--and in fact, it's the centerpiece of the chain's new salon off Crosby Street.

Shears Hustle & Blow has been tacked onto the back of the flagship Ricky's for only a few weeks, and might just be the new place for all things punky and cheap. Any kind of hair can be managed here (cuts start at $50 for women, $35 for guys), and magenta mohawked stylists work their magic in front of mirrors decorated with Ouji Board sun and moon designs. In case there's a wait, five iPod minis are docked at listening stations and filled with the indie, the edgy, the classic, and some artists you've probably never even heard of.

Thursdays through Saturdays, a DJ keeps the place rocking live. But best of all, the back of the salon opens straight up onto the flagship Ricky's store. So if color line Framesi doesn't do it for you, just follow the wavy neon pink lights into the shop, pick up a bottle of your chosen hue, and the salon will happily use it.

Shears Hustle & Blow is located at 124 Crosby Street, between Houston and Prince.

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