My daughter got her hair done here after hearing about good reviews but came back crying. Her hair was down to her bum and she wanted long layers and frame shaping. The hairdresser (Ed) chopped her hair up to below her shoulders after agreeing with her that he wouldn't. He even went on to express how, "If a client doesn't like the haircuts he gives them, it's just not for them.." etc. As a professional hairdresser, you should always please and leave your customers satisfied. It isn't your hair to pick and choose what you want to give to your clients. read more

I figured I'd submit a review for this place having been here three times already and I know how dire the situation is in Amsterdam finding quality hair stylists -- especially for my fellow men out there. This place is very gezellig -- part record store, part hair salon. The staff here are fully English-speaking and if you're lucky, both of you will be singing along to the wicked tunes playing in the background. They're also young but that's not to say they're not experienced. They're actually very professional and will do what you ask if you're very particular about your hair. If you are feeling lucky and ask for their opinion, they will style your hair in a way that suits your face and head. I'd say their styles are also a bit edgy and hip (you're in a record store/hair salon after all!). Overall I've been satisfied with my cut every time I've been here. They're even open late on some days! read more

As a former Chicagoan, I really loved that they have a photo of Rod Blagojevich on their website, listed as someone who did not go to Cut the Crap. I had high hopes for this place given the hipster points for being half hair salon/half record shop. The reality wasn't so nice, however. First of all, it's hard to get an appointment here. They list a phone number on their site but they don't have a receptionist, so you have to hope that the one person cutting hair has a free moment to answer the phone when you call, otherwise you're out of luck. E-mail can also take a while to get a response. The best thing to do is to walk in to make an appointment. Second of all, the stylist was giving me resistance to cutting my hair short, because I think he was subtly trying to hint that as a bigger girl I should have long hair otherwise I'd look weird. I don't know this for sure since nothing was said overtly, but I was disappointed that when I said I wanted it cut short I couldn't get it cut short. Also I got the feeling the guy wasn't that experienced. Or maybe he has more experience cutting guy's hair, I have really fine hair and I've tried everything to get it to have more volume, and the way this guy cut my hair is the same way more inexperienced people have cut my hair to create volume. It's the textbook method of cutting layers on the outside, but more experienced people will create layers on the inside and leave the outside layer long. Thirdly, the space is really small. Like just enough space for a cutting chair, a washing chair, and a large mirror from Ikea hanging from a chain right in front of you while your hair is cut. It was kind of cozy, but also kind of uncomfortable when I felt like I was being judged for my size, and the harsh overhead lighting and closeness of the mirror weren't doing me any favors. Overall I thought the guy was really nice and he had interesting stories to tell, but it just didn't feel like a fit for me. read more

expatica gave me the scare of my life -- bad haircuts in amsterdam? a basic haircut is by a junior stylist was 50 euros or more? even the best places don't do a good job and women are left crying? YIKES. i spent a few days looking for stylists. yelp wasn't much help - not enough reviews, and the highest reviewed kapsalons were for eyebrows (i like my bushy brows, thank you). i ran into a discussion forum in which someone named "cut the crap" as one of the best named salons in town; i went to their site. i liked. i tried to call. i emailed. hmmm... i walked over, as it is close to my flat, and made an appointment. it had a great artsy vibe -- i felt at home immediately. a clash's album cover was placed on a shelf: their not-so-great "cut the crap". aha! alex washed my hair and gave me a great low-fuss haircut which looks and feels great in a cool salon with a great vibe. what more could i ask for? read more

I got a trim here. Good and very friendly service, though I found my haircut to be a bit slow considering it was just a trim. Still, I was very surprised to find such a nice and affordable place in Amsterdam and they've got a great vibe as well. It was a bitterly cold winter day when I came and I was greeted with a warm and cozy room, a cup of tea, a big dog sleeping on the floor, and some damn good music. I would recommend it as a place to get a trim, or a cut if you're not too particular about your hair but still want to give it a bit of love. read more

Really great establishment. Classic Dutch style haircuts, they straight razor the edges to get a nice sharp look. I hate getting my hair cut, but this place took the anxiety out of it for me. There is just one seat in a studio sitting above thousands of vinyls, so a nice 1-on-1 intimate setting. I heard harsh things about getting my haircut in Amsterdam, I only went to 1 other place during my stay in Holland, and I was much more pleased with their work here than the previous I went to. I recommend calling ahead to book an appointment. 35 euros, cash only. read more

Cozy little place with great music! The haircut was perfect, sit down, explain what you want and you'll get it! Demelza (the wonderful lady who cut my hair) is very talented! It has become my go to place to cut hair (for as long as Demelza is there.. hahah) read more

I called in with no notice and was given a superb haircut, the best I think I've ever had, from Demelza, who is a perceptive, talented, intelligent, very capable hairdresser. We had a rewarding conversation too. The ambience is delightful, with cool music. I'll be sending all my friends there. Highly recommended! read more