Go to Barry at Bubbles! Hands down the BEST experience, cut and color in the D.C. metro area!! Everyone can identify with the quest for the perfect hair cut (and color if necessary). Upon moving to DC 4 years ago I have tried a plethora of hair salons. First, a Bubbles at a different location- where my hair cut was not so hot. Then a swanky pricey salon in Georgetown that came highly recommended and reviewed. The service was awful and my hair was par. . . at best. I even resorted to a Super Cuts trim (to save on the cash) but once again the simplest task butchered ( no pun intended). Finally, I frequented the ever so popular Bang to check out the woman all my friends stood by (well at the time, no longer the case). Not only was I treated like crap (yes me, the paying customer) my hair was colored BLACK! I could go on and mention a few more places and several hundreds of dollars but I would rather focus on my great experience at Bubbles in Pentagon City Mall. A friend of mine recommend Barry at Bubbles. I thought not another Bubbles and in a mall no less? BUT, her hair did look nice and I thought why not. Some good signs: the prices are GREAT, the volume of customers that flow in and out of the hair salon alone is remarkable, But the true treasure is Barry. When I first met Barry- he was, well Bubbly! He really listened to what I wanted to do with my hair, he even made a "road map" (incredibly good for people like me who are indecisive and often times change their mind) I have Brown hair and needed a cover up of grays (Sadly I need to cover up grey hair at age 26) Barry nailed the color-it's the perfect dark brown (not red or black). My experience was great, my blow outs are fabulous. He really puts the time and effort and I can say he 100% cares about his customers. My quest is over I have found the Perfect stylist! I highly recommend Barry to everyone!! read more

I've been dyeing my own hair a very light blonde for the past year with a simple box of Garnier (very simple and i've had wonderful results), but I decided to go a dark brown for the winter. It was a big change, and I was excited, but didn't want to mess it up, so I went to the Bubbles salon at Pentagon City. When I made my reservation over the phone (a good experience), the receptionist placed me with Star. Star IS a star! She was absolutely wonderful and I had a great experience. In August, I had gone to the Bubbles salon at Tysons Corner and asked for bangs and a very simple trim off the bottom. I told the woman who cut my hair that I was in the process of growing it out, but needed it to be evened out around the bottom. Well I'm not sure what happened communication-wise, but I left with a VERY bad haircut. I am NOT going back to Tysons Corner for a hair cut. From now on, I'll be going to Pentagon City. Star noticed how awful my hair was and did her very best to fix it, and snip a little here and there on my bangs (we both agree they still need to grow out a little more). She helped me pick a dark brown that went well with my skin-tone and it looks awesome! She made me look a hundred percent better when I left the salon:) I need to go back to pick up whatever Cibu serum she used because it smelled amazing and my hair was beautiful and shiny all day long. Star is personable and the best! read more

I'm new to the northern Virginia area and was looking for a hairdresser. I saw someone at the gym with great color and a terrific blunt haircut...just what I wanted. I asked her where she had her hair done...and she said that Zahra (Zarha) at Bubbles in Pentagon City Mall had been doing her hair for a while. I made an appointment for a highlight and lowlight foil and a haircut with Zahra. Zahra has been at Bubbles for 14 years, and I hope she stays for another 14. She did a fabulous job. My color looks great and my haircut is exactly what I wanted. She spent time discussing my hair, what I wanted, the cost, and exactly what she was going to do. After removing the foil and washing my hair, she gave me a great extra thick conditioner, rinsed it and applied the normal conditioner for color treated hair. She foiled my hair, washed it, conditioned it, and colored it. From start to finish, only Zahra's hands touched my hair. I'll be back in six weeks. The cost for this visit was $160. read more

*CHAHIRA CHAHIRA CHAHIRA! Is the person to go to if your looking for someone very good in color. I got my hair colored at a salon in dc because I was looking for a new do something different. I went to get my highlights done and they ruined my hair. The highlights were so uneven and chunky, it was horrible. So one of my girlfriend referred me to bubbles at pentagon mall and said Chahira was good with color. So i made my appointment with her immediately. When I got there she was already waiting for me, introduce herself and took me to her chair. I told her what happened to my hair and what I had asked for. She then explained what she was going to do and she looked like she knew what she was talking about. The process of her fixing my hair was about two hours and they were worth it. When she was done I was amazed! My hair came out great! I loved everything! she totally fixed it! I love that woman she's amazing! read more

Eshet is amazing! I had a traumatizing haircut when I was in middle school and have had a fear of haircuts ever since. I've never had a routine hairstylist, but I went to Eshet once and have been going back to her ever since. She is very personable, never condescending (even when I've waited way too long to get my hair cut/highlighted), very friendly, offers great advice, very sweet, and is very helpful. I hate it when you go to hairstylists who think they know what to do with your hair, and don't listen to what you want at all. Eshet always listens to what the customer wants and will offer her own perspective afterwards. She works wonders when it comes to color and is very thorough with the color and haircut. I recently had her cut bangs for me and I absolutely LOVE them and have gotten so many compliments on them. She is always such a joy. Go see Eshet! read more

Im new to the area and. I went in just for a cut and got Stacy I asked for her because I saw her name in a lot of Angie's list reviews and i also posted a review there about her. she was everything everyone said she was! She was easy to talk to very nice and gave me a good consultation on what was about to happen I just wanted a cut but she asked me if I wanted to get highlights I was reluctant because the last time I had color 5 years ago it was orange but she assured me it wouldn't be and gave me beautiful natural highlights in my brown hair and I only paid 105! For a trim and partial which I think is reasonable in this area! The best part was that SHE LISTENS she didn't hack all my hair off and I love love love my hair for a first time in a long time and have received plenty of compliments! I highly reccomend her!! read more

I have been going to Barry for almost three years now. He does a great job. He is willing to be adventurous (if you are up for it) or more conservative. He always gives me exactly what I want and I always leave happy. I recommended a friend to Barry and she has become another regular. For his regular customers he is good about checking in and helping you to meet your "hair goals." Currently, I am growing my hair in order to donate and he has been great about setting me up for success and letting me know all the steps I need to take. Lastly, the older woman at reception is phenomenal. You can tell she runs a tight ship! She is always pleasant and as a customer is is wonderful to be greeted and sent off in such a pleasant way. read more

Team Tri for the win!!!! Tri is a real miracle worker. I've been going to him for some time now and he has always exceeded my expectations. Some time ago, I went to another stylist at a different salon and she butchered my hair so bad. It was so so bad!!! I called Tri, he fit me into his schedule the very next day, and made sure I knew he would be able to fix my disaster! He made me feel comfortable and told me what he was doing every step of the way. He is a true professional. He is a master coloring specialist and will listen to exactly what you want. Tri is truly a blessing and you will be so glad you scheduled your appt with him. You won't regret it!!! I won't let anyone else do my hair anymore! read more

SAM at bubbles penatgon city mall is the greatest! i was neeeeeeever happy with any hairstylist because no stylist ever asked me or listened to me what i wanted or needed for my hair. the other day after a long time of frustrated research for ANOTHER stylist my lawyer / friend told me about SAM who had just made the impossible possible with her hair, since she has really curly hair. he had consulted with her a long time, had asked her many questions to see what she likes and wants. so i gave it a try. the result is absolutely fantastic! he took really his time and gave me the haircut and colour that i always wanted. the salon and everyone else was also really nice despite being busy. read more

Last week I went to Bubbles for a deep conditioning and haircut. My stylist was Meghan, and she is hands down the best hair stylist that has ever touched my hair! She is warm and welcoming, and actively engages with you while you're in her chair. During the consultation she listens, acknowledges, and advises on what is best for your hair type and lifestyle. She gives the reason why something will or won't work for you specifically, and doesn't cut hair with an ulterior motive. You can tell that for Meghan being a "hair stylist" is not a title, but a passion. I HIGHLY recommend Meghan, and know you will feel the same after your salon visit!! read more

WOW -- I can't believe that it will be 9 years ago I met Stacie at the Landmark Bubbles and even though she has transferred to The Pentagon Bubbles a couple of years later -- no one has really touched my hair since she's been doing it all this time. I don't get the opportunity to see her as often as I'd like but she more than hooks me up each and every time. She's a miracle worker to say the least. Oh -- and when she gave me the Ombre -- my husband and I BOTH whistled! It is indeed fun and exciting to watch all the hair stylists do their hair magic in the shop having Stacie work on my hair is seeing an awesome wonder! read more

For cut and color, Connie is great for both! She has styled my hair three times. First, she corrected a cut I received a week earlier at another establishment. She immediately explained how it could be corrected and did so. From that great experience, I decided to return to her. Twice now she has cut and colored my hair - with base color and foil highlights. Although you cannot always judge a stylist by his or her hair, Connie's hair is very trendy and nicely styled. I've received many compliments on my layers and color. I hope she never leaves this salon. Connie is the best. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Fran! Her talent and expertise are truly unmatched. Taking dark hair to a lighter shade can be tricky, but she absolutely nails it every single time -- my color always turns out stunning, natural, and perfectly blended. Fran's cuts keep me current and stylish, and every visit leaves me feeling confident and refreshed. Plus, her blowouts are beyond beautiful -- smooth, polished, and long-lasting. She is not just skilled, she's an artist, and I am so grateful to be in her chair! read more

I've tried so many places and never go back to any of them more than once. I'm not a picky person, but i know when it looks right. After searching a hair stylist for years, today i went to Bubbles and met this hair stylist, her name Eshet. She took her time listening to what i had to say. after that she made suggestions on which color fits me the most and applied the color on my hair, and the end result came out to be perfect. I am definitely going back again, and am also recommending to all families and friends. read more

So so hard to find a Great hairdresser on this planet..... Thanks god I found CHris at bubble pentagon mall.... Kinda walk in without knowing what a good color for my hair ....Chris listen very well n great highlight ..( especially blond)......my last haircut was not even n very chop.... He fix my layers n made it even again... , I was so happy..... I will keep him forever .....most gave him a try if u made alot of bad decision on haircut like ME.........I learn from my mistake ..... U rock CHRIS......!!!!!!!!! read more

I used to go to Bubbles in Pentagon City to have Andy Dong color my hair. He is an amazing colorist! Andy is an expert in bringing out the best color for each client. Andy recently left Bubbles and I was panicked when I couldnt find him! I refused to give up and finally found him! If you arent completely happy with your stylist or colorist, you need Andy. He is working at Soleil Salon & Spa located at 50 South Pickett St in Alexandria (703.823.2718). You owe it to yourself to have the best! read more

I am sure people with short hair can agree that its really hard to find a good stylist. I tried a couple places and was not impressed and even slightly mad that I spent so much money on a haircut I didn't even like. I finally tried Bubbles at Pentagon City and had my hair cut and colored by Chynade. I love her and have been going to her for years. We try a different cut and color almost every time and I have not yet been disappointed with the results. I highly recommend paying her a visit. read more

About 3 years ago, I made an appointment at Bubbles in Pentagon City for highlights and a haircut. I totally lucked out with Dalila who has been doing my hair ever since! She is great to work with. She always listens to what you want but also makes good suggestions to enhance your style. I come back every month for root touch ups. She's also cut and styled both my husband and daughter's hair. There's no one better than Dalila! Book her and you'll be hooked! read more

I will never come back here again DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILDREN! ! ! . Gloretta is very careless she was chewing gum while doing my daughter's hair (trimming her hair). She drop the gum from her mouth and it got in my little girls hair on her birthday! She is only 5 years old and has split ends and thanks to Gloretta she has balled spots too and she had the nerve to try to charge $40.00 ha! I'm will be suing. I wouldnt recommend this place to anyone. read more