This place is officially closed. Been coming here for many years! for my haircuts with Ms. Rebecca Ferris, need I say more? with all the positive reviews from another yelper in here, and been voted as the best hairstylist in the Bay Area region many times... She moved to Groove Salon in SF (https://www.yelp.com/biz/groove-salon-san-francisco). read more

It is absolutely no surprise that Rebecca Ferris was voted Best Hair Cut in the Bay Area 2 years in a row: http://rebeccaferris.com/ Absolutely no surprise. I will preface this review by saying that after years of disastrous bowl cuts and being mistaken as a boy when I was a child, I am VERY picky about who I allow to cut my super straight, unforgiving Asian hair -- unforgiving in the sense that it's so straight, if someone messes up cutting it, it's extremely obvious. This past June, I also decided to donate my hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths, an organization that makes and donates (yay!) wigs for women battling cancer and other hair-loss conditions, in honor of my friend's mom who underwent chemotherapy. So Rebecca had a big task on her hands...dealing with a high-maintenance-when-it-comes-to-hair client who was getting a dramatic haircut for the first time in over a year. Before the haircut, Rebecca took the time to find out exactly what I wanted -- which was that my hair be lighter weight-wise, but still long enough to pull back, if possible. She even took out her iPad, and we went over a lot of picture options so I was comfortable. I let her take stylistic liberty from there. Oh boy, I had forgotten how incredibly wonderful scalp massages were and how awesome it is to have your hair washed in a salon. A great way to put a customer at ease -- which continued throughout the haircut. Rebecca is super friendly, and we had a great time talking the whole time. About 12 inches later, I was beaming with happiness. (That's what she said.) But seriously, my hair felt so light and soft. I was so excited and happy with it, which is also saying a lot after a dramatic haircut. I got a ton of compliments on it, and in the weeks following, it was pretty easy to manage. If that's not convincing enough, one of my friends living in San Diego thought my hair looked so awesome after Rebecca styled it, she now has flown up to the Bay Area twice to get her hair cut by Rebecca :) (By the way, I found Rebecca through a curly-haired guy friend whose hair has looked great since, so she is equally talented with both genders and various hair types.) To make things even better, Rebecca donated my haircut! So not only is she a true master and genius with the shears, she has a heart of gold to match. So bottom line: Rebecca for Best Hair Cut in 2013!! 4 more years!! 4 more years!! read more

Tsomuka is only the second stylist I've ever gone back to in the bay area in six years. Needless to say I'm picky. She is professional, friendly, smart and an easy conversationalist who's also comfortable with silence. Tsomuka has a gentle presence and will make you feel at ease. She'll also ask questions to make sure she's doing what you want and easily integrates styling into the casual conversation. This personable factor is key to me, so I listed it first. Of course, hair is the most important part. Tsomuka knows what she's doing and cuts hair well. She can challenge you to add a little more style to a regular cut or will just trim and maintain your current look. She's very skilled at being able to match your hair management habits (i.e. product-use, how much/often you blow dry, etc.) with your cut so that it will continue to look good as it grows out (not just as you're walking out of the salon and the week after). Tsomuka's not pushy with products or her ideas about your hair. She lets you be the client and is able to offer her experience to build on your ideas. I found my stylist. read more

I heard great things about Rebecca Ferris from some friends that get their hair cut from her (both guys and girls), and I couldn't be happier with my experience! For a bit of context, I'm a guy with medium-length, thick, and curly/kinky hair, and I was looking to keep it on the longer-side -- sans fro. Rebecca's fun, energetic and extremely talented...even when dealing with my ridiculously thick head of hair. She's been voted the top stylist in the Bay Area for the past three years straight, and it shows. I'll definitely be back! read more

I have not gotten my hair done here. Having recently moved to Oakland, I am still partial to my stylist over at Citro in Danville. However, I came in here the other day to buy some products and had a great experience. The salon carries a huge variety of Bumble and Bumble products, which drew me in.They also carry some Aveda. I came in looking for something to alleviate my chronic dry, brittle hair and the stylist (I didn't catch her name, but she had an adorable Eastern European accent) was so helpful! She helped me identify what my problems really were and gave me straight forward, honest advice on what to buy. No pressure at all and she gave me time to browse. All in all, great place to get some B&B products and judging by their excellent customer service, a great place to get your hair styled as well. I'll certainly make an appointment if I tire of driving to Danville for my cut and colors. read more

REBECCA, REBECCA, REBECCA, REBECCA! She's AWESOME! I just got ombre hair color done and I can't stop smiling. But don't take my word for it... look at my pictures! She is AMAZING! I've lived in the area for about 4 years and I had NEVER been loyal to a hairstylist until I met Rebecca. I have loooong, wavy/curly, thick hair so it's not easy to cut. The first time she cut it it was PERFECT. I could just leave it down and do nothing to it and it would be fine, or I could style it and it worked amazing too. Today I went in to get a haircut and the ombre hairstyle. I'm OBSESSED. I was really hesitant to do it before because I really didn't want any blonde (since I have dark brown hair) and it came out PERFECT, just the right caramel tone. She is a great listener and she really makes sure that she understands your idea clearly. She is also very clear about the whole process. Rebecca is perfect if you have high hair standards. She delivers. And she's super nice. Feels like coffee with a friend, but you come out prettier. BEST OMBRE EVER. TAGS: ombre hair oakland, ombre hair, ombre hair berkeley, ombre hair san francisco, best ombre. read more

Bellissimo - Ombre hair by Rebecca. Awesome, right? I specifically asked for NO blonde, I wanted a subtle, brown-toned style. She nailed it. - Hair Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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Had a great haircut from Jenna, who is an awesome person as well as a very talented hair stylist. She listened to my ideas, made suggestions, and ultimately we collaborated in a result that got me lookin' good and feeling very comfortable with my look. In the past, I've gone to Oxenrose, where my hair guy did a really good job. However, they are in Hayes Valley, which is kind of a schlep, and dealing with parking, and paying SF prices (which got wayyyy expensive) got to be too much. Bellisimo is in a convenient neighborhood, and their haircut price is very reasonable ($50) and I think the talent and products there are just as good, if not better than SF salons. Go Bellisimo! read more

Ive been seeing Serge at Bellissimo for about 5 haircuts. He has a great attention to detail and always tells you why he is doing what he is doing. Guys if you want a good haircut at a fair price check out Serge. Bellisimo also carries good quality products that seem to last forever. I will be going to Bellissimo far into the future. read more

I get my haircut from Viktoria and love it. She is brilliant, knows hair and knows how people should be wearing their hair. She remembers the cut from the previous many times and makes great suggestions. She is honest about what would work and what wouldn't. I've gone to her for years after starting out with Rebecca Ferris (also a rock star stylist) but relocated out of the area. I like the fact that Viktoria is reliable, both in business and with hair. Additionally, my mom goes to see her when she is in town and gets a cut and coloring. Mom ends up with a great youthful cut and excellent coloring. read more

This place is quaint and adorable. I've been meaning to write this review for some time now, and I'm finally here to give it the kudos it deserves. I get my hair done by Viktoria. She's awesome, hilarious, nice, and talented. My mother waits all year for her trip to California from the East Coast so she can have Viktoria cut it, and she's always pleased with the results. I highly recommend Bellissimo and especially Viktoria! read more

I heart Bellissimo! I have been going to Viktoria for 3 years now! She transformed my hair from a blonde, fried mess into healthy glossy brunette locks!! She is an expert at both cut and color! She takes her time (as a good stylist should) to evaluate the state of your hair and discuss with you what she would like to do to help it make it its best! I am living in NYC but plan to continue to fly back to Oakland just to see Viktoria! I wouldn't trust anyone else with my hair! read more

Rebecca Ferris is by far the best stylist in the Bay! I have yet to find a to stylist that can surpass her skills in cut and color. I will not allow anyone else to touch my tresses! Rebecca totally hooked me up with a fabulous red ombre and the best blow out ever!! I got colored and blown out for Vegas on a Thursday morning and it lasted me the entire weekend in the desert heat and humidity.....need I say more?!? If you want an awesome hairdo without spending hours in the salon, put your hair in Rebecca's magical hands....she WILL NOT disappoint. The only catch with Rebecca doing your hair is that you can't be afraid of attention....when you leave Bellisimo after a session in her chair, the ooh's and aah's just keep on coming! REBECCA IS A HAIR ROCKSTAR!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

I have been client of Viktoria for over 10 years now and have nothing but the words of praise for her work, professionalism and personality. Recently I brought my mother-in-law to see her dr haircut. Please note, my mother-in-law walked into the salon the WIG! Yes, in the wig because she's been bolding badly and refused to leave the house without one. One session with Viktoriya and haven't seen her wear the wig yet again! Now, I call it magic! read more

I really love Bellissimo. I live in the neighborhood, so its convenient but, more importantly, I always leave with a great haircut. Viktoria is my stylist, and she's amazing. She combines both technique and artistry in her approach. What I really love is that she's so incredibly picky about her work, always making sure to get the last detail right. My hair is not easy to cut well, but Viktoria manages it well (even when I decide to change things up a bit). I also just genuinely like Viktoria. She's a great conversationalist and I admire the way she goes about running the business. The salon is light-filled and airy, and there are a host of products for every hair type from brands like Bumble & Bumble, Aveda and more. read more

Hair disaster nightmare, by Viktoria. She is a very nice person. I would love to be her friend. But she should not cut curly hair. I haven't had a cut this bad in years. I gave it 5 humiliating days but it was a true disaster of a cut. So I went to Peter Thomas for an emergency repair cut. Alison at Peter Thomas saved it as best she could. If you have very curly hair, go to Peter Thomas. Spend the money. Otherwise you might end up like me, spending almost as much at Bellissimo and then paying again at Peter Thomas to fix it, and still having to wait for a terrible haircut to grow out. read more

I've been going to Viktoria, who is the owner of this salon, for 8 years. She usually does a good job on my hair. Until last Friday, when I received the Worst. Haircut. Of. My. Life. It is every woman's worst nightmare. It's not just a little off, she hacked off most of my hair. One of my best friends told me I looked like my hair was thinning; my husband told me it looked like I'd just finished chemotherapy. I told her I wanted to let it grow longer, and since it had been over 2 months since my last haircut, I was well on my way. She trimmed it, started to blow it dry, and suddenly stopped, muttered something like "no" and picked up her scissors. She started hacking way at my hair, cutting some of it off almost at the roots. She didn't discuss anything with me; she just started feathering my hair until I was left with about 30% of the volume I had when I came in there. She cut some of it an inch from my scalp, and my hair is chin length. All the while she was telling me in an angry voice about the fight she'd had with her boyfriend that morning. I have to think they were related; she was hacking away at my hair as she was yelling about their house remodeling problems. I left her a message the next day to tell her how angry I was and how bad my hair looked. I asked her to call me back so we could discuss what she was going to do to make it right. She never called. She's the owner of the salon, you'd think the least she could do is offer me a complimentery bottle of thickening shampoo. Or my money back. read more

I have been getting my haircut here for about seven years now. Victoria has become a good friend of mine. I have never gotten a bad haircut. The stylist are always cheery, and more than happy to accommodate any type of cut you desire. read more

I figured it was about time to get my thick, curly, chlorine-damaged hair cut. I'm usually really nervous about letting people touch my hair but I decided to give Viktoria a try. She cuts my mom's hair which isn't as thick as mine, but has more curls so she definitely knows how to cut curly hair. I love, Love, LOVE my haircut. I had an idea of what I wanted (funky layers, sideswept bangs but something I could easily wear curly - I'm not about blow drying my hair) and she talked to me and made sure I understood I'd be taking out a lot of the thickness and cutting off a lot of hair. As she was cutting she explained why she was doing certain techniques and was very picky and made sure that each side was totally even. Her stories are also hilarious and while I'm not an overly social or talkative person, especially in new situations, there was no awkward silence with Viktoria. The cut was $55 which I feel is more than reasonable. She definitely loves to cut hair, is fantastic at it, and is an absolute perfectionist which as a client means you get a great cut! The salon is also really nice and airy and always smells good. They also sell and use Bumble & Bumble and Aveda hair prodcuts. read more

Rebecca is not only a great hair stylist, but fabulous with color as well. She listens well to what you want, but makes great suggestions too. I moved here from back East, and went to three other places on College Ave before finding Rebecca. She is awesome! read more

Rebecca is a hair master! She's been doing my hair for about a year now and I am always so excited to see her! She does an amazing job - listens to what I want and has great input. I have recommended her to many of my friends all of whom have continued to go back to her! I'd send anyone to her!! love you Becca!! read more

Sunny, spacious feeling inside. Great products. Great cuts and styles. And homey, unique touches: classical music or opera playing sometimes, discussions about philosophy and culture if you ask, a warm-hearted touch. And they take drop-in appointments! read more

I have been going to Rebecca at Bellisimo for years and there's a reason, she can do ANYTHING I ask of her. I tend to change my hair style a lot, growing it out, pixi-cut, shave half my head, dye half black half blonde, burgundys and reds, back to natural, etc.... Anything I can throw at her, she makes my hair look beautiful and ALWAYS does what I want, not what she thinks is best, she listens to my vision and makes it a reality. Right now, I am growing my hair out and going all blonde. My hair looks so healthy, and so multifaceted, it looks and feels amazing. She's taken her time to do my blonde hair right, and I am so grateful. Look no further, Rebecca's the best. read more

It's been a few weeks since I got my hair cut here, but I'm still excited about it. So finally, I just had to write my rave review here on yelp. I think that Jenna is somewhat new to Bellissimo. I was a walk-in, and I feel so lucky to have found her! I came in with a photograph, and she gave me exactly what I wanted. She really knew how to listen, and how to make what I was describing look good on me. Seriously, she gave me the best haircut I've had IN YEARS. She also gave me a great deal and she was really sweet and fun to talk to! I'll definitely be back. read more

The owner ruined my hair and I ended up going to a different salon for the fix!

Got a last minute appointment with Susan. I chose this place because it was walking distance from Bart (like 3 minutes) and on my way home from work. She did an amazing job on my hair cut and color. I wasn't planning on getting a cut but she suggested it and I am so glad I did. Best haircut I've ever had. I will definitely be going back. read more

It's amazing how you take a good stylist for granted. Months after months, you go back and get your fabulous hair cut or coloring. Come out, get loads of compliments. That's just part of normal life, right? Definitely part of my normal life. That's why it took me almost 7 years to write this review. Viktoria is absolutely the best! read more

Rebecca Ferris is the best. She figured out how to give me a haircut that makes my hair fuller, healthy, and easy to manage. I found her online, had a gap in my appointments for work, and ended up in her hands. I left with a great cut, and have gotten many compliments 6 weeks later on my hair. Since I don't always have the time to get my hair cut, I tend to go several months without a cut or trim. I can say that she will be my go to person and will find time to trek out to Oakland to have her take care of my hair. She does more avante guard cuts, but for work I have to be fairly conservative. She just knows how to cut hair to get the results you are looking for! I highly recommend her for all of your hair needs. The other nice thing about Rebecca is that she's so easy to talk to, and it makes the time go by fast. She's a lovely person inside and out with a good sense of humor. I heard that the lease is almost expired for the space that she's in...but I will follow her wherever she goes. read more

Five Stars all the way. Check it out - You won't be disappointed. I've been a customer of Bellissimo for more than five years and have probably had more than 50 haircuts from seven different stylists. Not only have I always gotten a great cut, I've never left without having had an entirely pleasant experience. I can't say I've ever stuck with one salon for such a long period of time, but In a business district full of hair salons, Bellissimo stands out as a an exceptionally friendly and open space staffed by people who want nothing more than to give you a haircut you'll love. The owner, Viktoria, is not only talented but very charming and friendly and just a good person to know. Prices are very competitive and an awesome location in the heart of Rockridge. read more

Victoria ROCKS! I am new to the area and I finally found a fabulous stylist who see's me, thank you...Patti

Susan is amazing with the razor. She has cut my hair for the past year and I always get great compliments. Not only is she a wonderful stylist but she's sweet and caring. I can't stop raving about her. read more

Worst haircut EVER! After living in San Francisco and having a great stylist, I've been searching for someone in Oakland who can cut my combination curly and straight hair. I have yet to find someone. I went here because of the revies and was HIGHLY disappointed. I'm not saying i'm the best at asking for what i want and i DO put a lot of trust in the "experts" but I DID ask for layers because i have curly hair and that's sort of standard. After he spent 30 minutes drying it straight, he said he didn't put in layers because it looked better without them, even though i know it's not true. I shed a lot, and this day was especially bad because i had had my hair up for 2 days and had not washed it, so he basically told me I was going bald (which isn't true, AND insulting to boot). I left with a haircut that i hate, fearful of how big it was going to be the next day, $80 poorer, my long curly locks strewn about the floor, and lower self-esteem. I walk around with a bushy triangle on my head most of the time, if it's not in a hideous pony tail. Maybe i should have had a different person, not sure, but either way, my experience was horrible. read more

i am from nyc and didn't know a hair salon in the area. i happened to stumble into bellissimo, which could have gone terribly wrong....! well, it didn't. at all. jenna took care of my hair and ideas in an absolutely professional, efficient and straight-forward way. no need for me to explain in great detail what i had in mind - she just got it. jenna looked at my hair when i came in [most stylists will see and touch your hair only after it's wet], and washed it herself. by the time she cut my hair, she was familiar with how it falls and 'behaves'. i left the salon quite happy. after living with my new hairdo for a few days, i decided that i wanted it shorter anyway. i called jenna up and before i knew she worked on my hair again. the second time around, she was again nice and attentive - simply a pro. i am very pleased to have found such a great hair stylist in oakland. jenna rocks! [also: they offer reasonable rates!] read more