Studio K Salon

I was bored so I decided to discover Citysearch website. After poking through what Citysearch is about, I went to my favorite salon, and read the reviews about Studio K. I have been going to this salon for over 5 years, since the Owner, Karen took it over. I have seen it evolve from then to now, as well as her designers. I was disappointed to read some of the reviews were shallow enough to indicate the atmosphere or 'interior design' was less than hoped for. Who goes to a salon for the hyped techno ultra modern style, pays through the nose, but walks out with a miserable haircut? What is the point? This salon has insurmountable knowledge about hair, professional, edgy, trendy cuts, has the highest quality of color, and I know why. The owner has PASSION about hair and has dedicated her time to being a national artist as well as eduator in order to bring BACK to her salon the most up to date knowledge as well as expertise. I also know she closes the salon for hours each month to educate her designers the same way she is educated in cuts, color and techniques. I know, because I was a model for them. There are brands of color out there that are LESS than average, and this salon owns the best. INTEGRITY counts more than any new age techno ambience. It appears their money goes into their education, not to impress those that know no better. Just thought I'd ad my 2 cents worth. I suggest going to a salon that cares about your HAIR, and your COLOR. This place is established and offers quality. You can go to a restaurant and they may have awesome high dollar atmosphere/ambiance, but if they offer terrible food...well.....? Friendly. Concerned, professional, eduated, customer satisfaction....quality results. That is what one should be looking for. Thanks, Angela. Pros: Hair EXCELLENCE, Color, KNOWLEDGE more

I found this salon on citysearch. The first cut I received was OK. It was a bit rushed. I also found the ambiance to be a bit dated. Pros: Very Friendly Cons: Atmosphere more

I have had many hair experiences in the triangle area. None were quite as pleasant as this salon. more

i tripped upon this salon via the internet. i had had it with bad color, yellowing blondes in my slighty grey hair. no one could ever figure out how to blend my dark roots with my highlights i was getting to blend my grey better. this place figured out something to do within about 1minute flat and the end result is exactly what i had been asking other salons to do for about a year and a half! they know their stuff. very friendly staff. goes to prove high dollar appearing salons don't necessarily produce high dollar end results, and obviously one doesnt have to spend excessive amounts of money to get an outstanding and wonderful end result. their prices are very reasonable, and belive me i have paid twice the amount they charged and still walked out unhappy from other salons. i am thrilled beyond measure. Pros: color knowledge, prices, expertise Cons: long distance from where i live more

I have asked a few people around the area where they get their hair cut when it looks awesome that is how I found this place. They definately know what they are doing when it comes to texture cuts and knowing how to give you what you are looking for. I was thrilled with the kindness of the designers and everyone seems to love them. I already have recommended them to many friends and co-workers. I am sure they do "standard" haircuts as well but I was thrilled to find a place that understands what I wanted. By the way, they are the only salon that truly gave me the rich 'red' that I was looking for too! Now I FINALLY have what I've been wanting! Try this place! Pros: Thumbs UP! Cons: Hard to get into some of the designers. more

I decided to write a review after receiving YET another compliment on the cut and color I received from Studio K -- and at 10 weeks since my last visit, I'm way overdue for another. I've lost track of how long I've been going there, but in all that time I've never had a bad experience. I'm surprised by the previous entry. "Oscard02" complains about "stepping back in time where old women get their hair set weekly." What? "Mature" women can't patronize the best hair salon in the Triangle? I'm not shopping for a place based on who sits in the chair next to me -- I want a high-quality look and I get it at Studio K. Pros: Fun atmosphere, ease of communicating my needs more

One of the best salons around! The designers know what they are doing and communiciate very well to the customer. They really want you to look your best, and work with you to achive that result! I know my cut and color has never looked better! Thanks Studio K !! Pros: the way I look when I leave!! Cons: none more

I have struggled like CRAZY to find a salon that knew edgy, awesome, excellent texture cuts and knew how to color my hair without it turning out looking BRASSY. I am SOOOOooo excited about this place! Their color experts are unbelievable with knowledge and I was in love with the employees. This place has it going on! I am so thrilled to find a place that KNOWS what they are doing! Pros: atmosphere, experts, WOW Cons: none!!! more

I enjoyed my recent visit. They JUST were doing their finishing touches to their remodeling. It looks fantastic! I was impressed by the skills, the overall feel of the salon, and they seem to really have a knowledge of their trade. I was able to observe for a short while, and I was impressed by everybody's consistency. I spent quite a while with my designer and she took interest in all my concerns, challenges, and gave great recommendations. I would highly recommend this salon. They offer a different 'twist' than the ho-hum of a boring salon. Pros: price, value, parking Cons: closed sundays more

I have searched all over the area for a salon. I do not like going into a mall salon, nor a barber shop. This salon is an outstanding find! I felt totally comfortable because MANY MEN have found this gold mine! Studio K was featured in Modern Salon magazine which is evidently a industry magazine. They have it posted in their front room. They really know how to style men's hair, suggest great shapes and styles, and are a real fun group of people! I am very picky about my hair. I know a GREAT CUT when I see one. THis place turns them out like CRAZY! Don't make the mistake of not making an appointment. this place is really rockin' on Saturday so make an appointment unless you are cool about waiting. My wife comes at the same time now! SERIOUSLY...this place is IT! Pros: LOCATION, EXPERTS, KNOWLEDGE Cons: not open sunday more

I have been trying out different salons to try to find one that I could stick with. I went to CitySearch.com and was surfing through what people were saying about different stylist at various salons. I decided to give this one a try. I had brought in a photo of a style that I liked and Brenda was the stylist. She listened to my concerns and I was not disappointed. This is probably the best hair cut that I have had. I have received alot of complements of this style. Thanks Brenda. more

This salon has the most friendly atmosphere with a staff that is more than willing to please the customer, not put on an attitude. Their excellent knowledge with razor cuts made sense when I found out they are all extremely educated because they are one of the top Grund Salons in the whole United States! They are very cooperative with customer communication and with each other, and it is very evident. This salon truly DELIVERS and you can be yourself....!! Excellent experience. It's a keeper. Pros: knowledge, razor expertise, quality products more

I went to Studio K for the first time last week. I got full highlights done by Christine. Pros: friendly, clean, experts Cons: none more

I was nervous about coloring my hair, but Karen and Gloria were able to figure out exactly what I needed even though I had no idea what to ask for. I'm happy with the color and have a cute razor cut, as well. This was such a change from the Raleigh salons I've been to which are all about a trendy atmosphere and high prices, but can't seem to deliver a good cut for my type of hair. I will definitely return to Studio K. Pros: Reasonable prices, Friendly atmosphere more

This salon is more than knowledgable about their cutting as well as color. Their communication is excellent and well skilled. There is a wonderful continuity and flow between all the stylists and they seem to have an atmosphere as cheery as they are. I was impressed by the friendly attitude, as well as the attentiveness to my comfort, wanting a drink,or coffee, and understanding what I was going to be able to expect from my color service as well as my cut. I highly recommend this salon. Pros: knowledge, color brand, atmosphere more

I went to have my hair colored after moving here from nyc. There had been awesome reviews on citysearch, so I tried to disregard the rather unappealing interior. Unfortunately, the service was not much better. The woman who colored my hair had NO idea what she was doing. I had blond highlights, and wanted a single process. I was concerned about my hair turning red from the dye, as is what happens when you try to dye my hair from blonde/brown to a brown. Her response was to hold the coloring sample swatch of hair up to mine and told me since it matched, it would be fine. When she was done, my hair was exactly what I had been concerned about, brown with red. I would not recommend getting color at this salon. Pros: inexpensive Cons: unskilled colorists, dingy interior more

I've recently moved back to NC from the Chicago area -- and didn't know where to go around here for a "special do" that I needed for a NYC wedding I'd been invited to. I'd noticed the Studio K Salon when I was shopping at Woodcroft, and thought I'd give it a try. Celia did my hair -- and she did a TERRIFIC job! She gave me exactly what I wanted -- my hair, but a little jazzier for a special occasion. She gave me the cut, the volume -- and the pizazz for the event I was going to attend (and yet, I still recognized myself -- only I looked MUCH better!). I highly recommend Studio K -- she (and they) are super. Not only that, the salon is reasonably-priced. Thanks, Studio K! Pros: Reasonably-priced, Close to where I live, Very professional Cons: none more

Anyone who is looking for a quality salon with great designers need look no more...Everyone here seems to listen to what you want and really try to please! I have tried other places and always come back to Studio K...You won"t be sorry! Pros: friendly staff, great products, evening hours more

the hairstylists are the best at doing hair. they really know what they are doing! i highly recommend each and every one of them to do my hair. from coloring hair to hi-liting hair and cutting, they are the best. the most professional stylists i've ever been to. Pros: reasonable, excellent, outstanding more

This is the first salon I have gone to that really wants (and does) do what the customer wants. No one does anything until they have talked to the customer at length to make sure they understand exactly what to do. The people are all great! Karen is awesome and really understands people. Pros: Great reception, Best products, Good Parking Cons: none more