Studio K Salon

I have been going to Studio K since before Karen bought it (more than 10 years). Always have gone to Brenda except twice, when she was not available. Others were disasters, corrected by Karen quite nicely. However, Brenda left about 6 months ago...she did not notify me, and when I called and found out she was gone, I was brushed off. I will not return. Pros: I had found someone who did my hair the way it likes to be cut. Cons: Sylist left and I must find another resource. more

First time visit at this salon. I had my hair colored, cut, and styled. I was not impressed with the hair cut at all. The way the layers were done, my hair now flips at my shoulders and does not lay flat. This salon has received high ratings, which is why I decided to try it out. However, I was not impressed. I mentioned to my stylist that I flat iron my hair. She let me know that they charge extra for flat ironing and instead put wax in my hair. I haven't been charged extra at other salons for flat ironing after a hair cut, so just be aware. The cut and color was $100. I would have rather paid more and gone else where and gotten a better haircut. This salon is probably acceptable for a kids cut, but if you want a hairstyle, I would recommend going to a different salon. My stylist was Melanie. I will not be returning to this salon. more

I recently turned 50 and was looking for a "new look". Mandy at Studio K gave me that new look. She is a good listener, works well with her co-workers, and strives to get it right! I have had so many complements on my "new look". From "whoever cut your hair really knows how to cut hair" to "now that's Sasha!". Thanks Mandy and Studio K. more

I first went several months ago after reading mostly good reviews; the service was fast, and the stylist was very, very nice. (Who shall go unnamed, as I do not want them to get in trouble.) The haircut I always get is very basic- kind of a buzz-cut with some style in the front, nothing too unusual. The haircut was very quick, and they seemed methodical, but upon going home, I immediately noticed many missed strands everywhere, mainly around the ears and front. I don't like to whine, so I just did the touch-up work myself- problem solved. I figured the stylist was in a rush that night, so did not discount the whole salon at that point. (Even though I felt the scheduler was a little rude on the phone, especially when I asked to reschedule. I'm a pretty forgiving fellow.) Made another appointment yesterday, got the same stylist. Again, very nice, very methodical, but I am at work now and still seeing a bunch of long, errant hairs everywhere, and this is even after trying to touch up this morning! I think the stylist knows what they're doing, but may have a problem with their eyesight, it's the only thing I can think of. I think I'd be better off going elsewhere, I don't think I should have to do this self-service thing for $20. Not recommended. more

I'm a haircutphobe but I didn't always used to be until when I lost my favorite stylist in NY to retirement. Since then, I never found anyone I was comfortable with. Adding to that a move to Durham from NY a little over a year ago and I soon found my reflection in the mirror as best as can be described a black mop. I read the reviews here about Studio K and made an appt with Sarah. Although she is young, she listened to me, gave me her ideas and did two things no stylist since my fave has ever done-- she cut to a specific point and asked me how I liked it- and then after she cut a tiny bit more because I asked her to, she listened to what I had told her in the beginning. I told her that I often ask for more and more hair to be cut off until I regret it. She told me "no more", with a smile and she was right on the money! Speaking of money- the cut was reasonable, very reasonable- but you can also find webcoupons on their website-- and the atmosphere is comfortable and far from stuffy! I highly recommend this salon to haircutphobes and non haircutphobes alike! Oh yea- men would like this salon, too! Pros: good location, great magazines in waiting area, friendly service- no stuffy attitudes Cons: I didn't find any- I just wish I had found those web coupons sooner but I'm hooked anyway more

I moved to Durham from Boston in June of 2005. I was searching the web Pros: Friendly, Flexible, Good Prices, Great Haircuts and Color Cons: None more

I have very fine & thin hair and needed someone to tell me the best thing to do for body. Connie did just that, she gave me some great suggestions on how my hair should be cut and how color would also give my hair body. ( I LOVE MY HAIR NOW!). Every stylists there seems very professional and cares about their clients. Thank you Connie for doing a great job! Pros: Very professional stylists! Cons: None more

There was a slight confusion when I went for my appointment. Not sure if I heard wrong or not when I made my appointment on the phone, but I did show up at a time when the stylist I was booked with was unable to do my hair. I will admit tho, that these people are very accomodating, kind, and wanted to make sure my experience was well taken care of and I was going to be satisfied. The manager went out of her way to accomodate, and I witnessed in my two and a half hour complete re-color, and foils, and cut, dry and style the interactions in this salon. I was impressed. They are consistent, get along wonderfully, and they are very decent as hair dressers. The atmosphere is very kind, seems there is no regular hair salon 'drama' which was a tremendous relief. I felt that I was listened to, very empathatically, and that all my concerns were addressed. I fell in love with the color as well as the haircut, and I completely changed everything! This is a great salon. Very impressed. Will be back for sure. By the way, be careful about another salon that has a citiysearch site that seems to have numerous reviews from the same time frame over and over again. They pay their people to make comments..... my friend went there and was very dissatisfied. Pros: great atmosphere, honest service, listened to my concerns more

Just moved to town and thought I would try it out for a dude's haricut give the positive reviews. When i sat down, was asked how short I wanted my haricut. Before I could answer, i was told that the stylist didn't have time to go over my haricut again because she had another customer waiting (we are currently in the middle of a tropical storm... no one is on the road). Kind of miffed by the service. Figured that they would be attentive to a job well done. Hair cut is all right, nothing special. Price is not too bad ($20/cut) but I guess you get what you pay for. Pros: average more

I went to get my highlights there and they look awesome. There was a slight mix up when I went and the manager was extremely helpful in correcting the problem. They are very commited to satisfying their customers. I highly recommend this salon to everyone! more

I love Studio K and my hairdresser, Connie. more

I get my hair colored at Studio K by Christine. She does a fantastic job whether it is just a Color Express (awesome- quick and inexpensive way to get roots colored) or highlights. It is easy to get an appointment and I love my color every time. Christine also cuts my hair just the way I want it. I think my hair looks the best it ever has! Pros: Ease of scheduling appointment more

Studio K is just the best in service and style. The hairstylists are all well experienced -- I especially like Connie because she's so wonderful. I make appointments with her because she is so very customer focused and she will take the time to make sure you are satisfied. She's also a very nice person and enjoyable to talk to. Ask her about Pebbles. Pros: comfortable atmosphere and great stylists Cons: no cons -- it's all good more

I finally found a salon where I am comfortable! This salon has atmosphere, class, dignity, the people are VERY consistent! I have come to Studio K for probably 4 years now, and they don't have ANY turnover in their staff, there is no 'better than' airs, there is no 'attitude', there is just friendly, courteous, kind, not overbearing, experienced, quality consistent work coming out of this place each and every time. I've been around long enough to watch guests come in and out and observed their work, as well as their mannerisms and I have never felt so comfortable in a salon. THEY KNOW their STUFF! By the way, never heard of their Grund shampoo before my first visit (years ago), but I'll tell you, that is the best shampoo and product's I've EVER tried and I still use them! Pros: Excellent consistent knowledgeable great staff more

I can't say enough good things about Karen and her staff...but I'll try! The products are fantastic, the styling is out of this world, and the hair coloring is the best I have received anywhere. I love Karen so much that I have given her to my sister from Boston as a gift when she visits. My sister is so impressed that she has me make an appointment for her every time she is in town! Totally awesome!!!! Pros: Personable, professional, courteous, fun! Cons: none!! more

This salon offers consistent, awesome, up to date, classic and/or trendy cuts. There is obviously tremendous education that goes on with these designers, their owner is a national artist for a very trendy razor company. They keep up to date with these razor piecy cuts and I love them!! Each designer that I have seen so far ( I have seen three) seem to have their own 'tweeks' and 'twists' to their cuts. It is best to find one or two designers that are your favorite. I read comments about needing to look 'trendy' with the interior, yet, trendy with an interior has nothing to do with the quality of cuts. Mostly, I feel welcome and not iced out with the atmosphere, and it is ALWAYS friendly, kind and welcoming. Oftentimes these 'trendy' looking salons have a very bad vibe to them or wars within their designers. I find this the most comfortable salon vs. others I've tried locally and I ALWAYS get a fantastic cut! Pros: atmosphere, cuts, attention to detail more

I read many of the reviews on this site and decided to give the salon a try regardless of the negatives. My hairstylist moved away and I figured I would try a place closer to home. I got an appointment the day I called and wasn't asked exactly what services I wanted and I had just said a "haircut", but I actually needed some color too. When I got to the salon I was in a bit of shock. I have been used to going to trendy salons with a completely different atmosphere, but I've also had haircuts in modest salons - so I think I'm pretty open to trusting stylists in different settings. I was still really put back by the decor. Faux brick wallpaper and brown PVC lattice didn't leave me feeling like the salon was cutting edge. The bathroom is in the break room and I knocked down a couple of mops on the back of the door trying to find the light in the dark. Some books in the waiting area were a bit old, one had Linda Evans from the Dynasty time as a style suggestion. I almost left out of fear of what might happen with my hair. My stylist was very nice, but my "consultation" was done standing up even though I asked to sit. By that point I was really apprehensive about getting a cut or color there so I just asked for a little trim. I did get exactly what I asked for, a little trim. I had come in with a trendier cut and left with a more blunt one, but I just was too worried that the stylist couldn't deliver on what I really wanted and I didn't want to even try color. It is very possible the stylists there are completely capable of doing up to date trendy styles, it's just a new person walking in there would not expect that from a salon that looks like that. The stylist I had didn't give me any sense that she would be able to do that either, but I didn't even ask because I was so skittish about the whole place. The salon owner can say the salon is clean and it is, but a first impression is important. I think people have to try it and see how they like it. Pros: many stylists, pricing, open late and on Mondays Cons: ambience, bad decor, no sense of pampering, stark mirrored cutting floor more

I went to Studio K salon after couple of bad experiences in other salons in Chapel Hill. My hairstylist was Mandy first time in Studio K salon. I told her the bad experiences I had in another places. She listened to me and acknowledged my frustration. She corrected my terrible hair cut and layers and gave me a wonderful style easy to handle. My next appointment with her was for the hair color and told her what I had in mind and she both listened and match the picture example that I brought in. She is very sweet person and great personality and wonderful stylist. Thank you again. Pros: affordable salon, great stylist and and nice location more

I MUST ADMIT, ANYTIME I GO ANYWHERE NEW TO GET MY HAIR DONE I AM A LITTLE NERVOUS SO WHEN I WALKED IN I WAS UNSURE WHAT TO EXPECT. AS SOON AS I CHECKED IN I SAT DOWN FOR A BRIEF MOMENT, & THEN BEA CAME OVER & INTRODUCED HERSELF. I WAS STILL NERVOUS BUT AS SOON AS WE STARTED CONVERSATING ABOUT MY HAIR & WHAT OVERALL OUTCOME I WAS LOOKING FOR I KNEW WE WERE ON THE SAME PAGE. I WAS PLATINUM BLONDE & WAS LOOKING TO GO A LITTLE MORE TOWARDS MY NATURAL COLOR (WHICH IS A MEDIUM BLONDE.) SHE THEN BROUGHT OUT A COLOR SWATCH & TOGETHER WE DECIDED ON A BLONDE LOWLIGHT THAT WOULDN'T BE TOO DRASTIC BUT WOULD TAME MY COLOR FOR THE FALL. MY COLOR ENDED UP COMING OUT GREAT & EVERYONE WAS VERY FRIENDLY, ESPECIALLY KAREN THE OWNER. I LOVE HOW SHE IS VERY INVOLVED WITH EVERYTHING THAT IS GOING ON IN THE SALON & TOGETHER ALL THE STYLISTS REALLY WORK AS A TEAM. I HAD A GREAT FIRST EXPERIENCE & I WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP GOING BACK. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SALON TO EVERYONE! more

There is no "perfect" hair. My hair in particular has been a real challenge for everyone that has tried to resolve it's color issues. I can assure you this "team" and they are a team, will work together to try to find an answer to color challenges. Feel confident that whoever you get as a stylist will ask for input from the other colorists if they are not sure how to get the results that you are looking for (that's not saying they don't know their stuff, it says they don't act before considering all the options available). The fact that they are encouraged to help each other is a real plus in my book. Karen is a wonderful guide to the team. If you don't get what you want, they strive to make you a happy camper before you leave. Go here, you won't be sorry. Pros: They strive for you to walk away satisfied more