I've been going to the same stylist at Fred Segal forever, but was having one of those ""my hair is making me crazy"" days, so, working in the neighborhood, I decided to pop into Dino Clark without an appointment to see if they could accomodate me for a spur of the moment trim. To my surprise, Frank Dino, one of the owners of the salon, was available (due to a last minute cancellation). I simply cannot tell you how glad I am I popped in that day! (It must have been fate--truly.) Frank recommended both a significant style and color change. Just wanting a trim, I wasn't exactly prepared for a big change and I was a little nervous about going shorter (as in A LOT shorter) and darker, but something told me to trust his instincts. Am I EVER glad I did! FRANK GAVE ME THE BEST HAIRCUT I HAVE EVER HAD. HANDS DOWN. Frank's instincts were, in fact, DEAD ON. I feel and look beautiful. The short hair highlights a bone structure I didn't even know that I had. The darker color (a deep chestnut brown) makes my blue eyes stand out like they never have. My friends and family tell me I look 10 to 15 years younger than I did with my old cut. Strangers regularly approach me on the street and ask me who does my hair. This haircut has literally transformed me--and, to the extent that a haircut can--has changed my life. Not only do I look younger and more vibrant--I feel that way, too. It was the best $190 ($95 cut/$95 color) I've ever spent. All I can say is ""WOW!"" That, and ""THANKS!!!!!""
Pros: Extremely skilled and friendly staff, great atmosphere, superb value.
Cons: None that I am aware of. The temperature of the salon was a bit chilly, perhaps.
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