Hair Salon & Barber in Nolita, NYC

District 87 is a hair salon and barbershop at 136 Bowery in Nolita, known for lightening, color correction, and cuts that grow out beautifully. Led by co-owners Chi and Ernesto, our colorists, stylists, and barber work with every hair type, length, and texture. Not sure what you need? Every consultation is free.

Balayage, Lightening & Blonde Specialists

Going lighter is what we're known for. Whether you want soft brightness around your face, a lived-in balayage, a full head of foils, or a complete dark-to-blonde transformation, we plan every lightening service around your starting color, your hair's health, and your goal. Platinum and double-process clients start with a free consultation and test strand, so you know the plan and the price before we begin.

Hair Color, Color Correction & Toning

Single-process color for full coverage and gray blending, depth enhancers for richness, custom toning to fine-tune your shade, and root touch-ups to keep it fresh. Color gone brassy, dark, or patchy? Our color correction service fixes uneven tone and banding while protecting your hair, and we'll always tell you honestly what's possible in one visit.

Haircuts for Every Length and Texture

From cropped cuts to long, layered shapes, every cut is tailored to how your hair grows and how you actually wear it. Curly clients can book a dedicated Curly Cut, shaped to your natural curl pattern. Between appointments, a 15-minute Dusting cleans up split ends without changing your shape, and a Fringe Trim keeps your bangs sharp.

Barber Services & Men's Haircuts

Our barber brings classic barbershop skill to a modern salon. Book a men's haircut built around your head shape and growth pattern, with clipper work for clean fades and tapers, precise scissor work for longer styles, and razor detailing for sharp lines and natural texture. Keep it fresh between cuts with a Sides + Neck Clean-Up.

Blowouts, Styling & Keratin Treatments

Finish your look with a blowout, extended blowout, or soft styling, or book a formal updo for weddings and events. For frizz-prone hair, our Keratin Smoothing Treatment leaves hair smoother, shinier, and easier to style for weeks.