Looking for a La Pomponnée alternative? Compare the specific appointment you need, the setting you prefer and the full cost of maintaining the result. This guide highlights published differences and the questions that help you choose.
Published by Craft Collective Salon Group. Competitor details were checked October 24, 2026 using the linked official website or business booking page. This is not an independent ranking or a report of personal visits. Services, staffing, prices and policies can change.
Published details to compare
| Decision | La Pomponnée | Craft Collective |
|---|---|---|
| Location | 659 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon; 4137 Washington Road, McMurray | 2014D Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh; 115 W Pike St, Canonsburg |
| What the source establishes | La Pomponnée lists Mt. Lebanon and McMurray locations, describes itself as an Aveda lifestyle salon, and advertises hair, skin, nail and spa services. Its website also describes Mec Modern Barbering within each location. | Haircuts, color, balayage, highlights, extensions and smoothing on our service menu. |
| Before booking | Confirm the current provider, estimate and policy. | Online booking for North Hills; call for Canonsburg or service help. |
Competitor source: La Pomponnée published information. Craft sources: services and Canonsburg appointment information.
A salon visit or several services in one day?
If you want a haircut plus a spa or barbering appointment, list each service before choosing a salon. La Pomponnée advertises several of those categories. Confirm whether the providers can coordinate the times and which location offers your chosen combination. At Craft, verify each requested service and provider directly. A broad beauty menu does not establish that massage, barbering or a specific spa treatment is available at another salon.
Compare the color plan beyond the product brand
A preference for Aveda can make La Pomponnée relevant to your search, but discuss the desired result with the person who will perform it. Bring your current shade, hair history and target photographs. Ask what placement, toning and maintenance the proposed plan needs. At Craft, explore the artist’s portfolio and ask which products would be used for your actual service instead of assuming one brand name describes the entire appointment.
How Craft may fit your shortlist
Consider La Pomponnée when its Aveda positioning, spa menu or Mt. Lebanon/McMurray locations are central to your decision. Consider Craft when its North Hills or Canonsburg artist and service plan fit your priorities. Check the actual address each time you book.
Craft Collective’s studios are North Hills at 2014D Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh and Canonsburg at 115 W Pike Street. North Hills has online booking; call 724-514-7231 for Canonsburg appointments or help choosing a service. Confirm the studio where your stylist works.
Make the final consultation specific
Write down what you want to preserve as well as what you want to change. A new salon can maintain a shade or shape you already enjoy; changing stylists does not require a complete transformation. Ask to see relevant work from the artist you would book.
- Which service and stylist match my starting hair and desired finish?
- What is included in the total estimate, and what could change it?
- What can be achieved at the first appointment, and what may need another visit?
- What follow-up appointments and home routine should I expect?
Plan your Craft appointment
- Compare complete salon estimates
- Use the salon quote worksheet
- Prepare to switch salons
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