Woke up with a random hair cut feeling and booked day of and got in to see Sera. Sera was…read moreincredibly sweet and personable. Not everyone can cut curly hair so I was worried...but she put me at ease. She gave me the most voluminous, gorgeous hair cut, put some hair product and diffused it out for me. I LOVE IT. She even gave me delicious Turkish coffee and sweets. If you are a curly girl (or any girl...) go see Sera!!!

Sera has been cutting and styling my hair for years and always does an amazing job. I always walk…read moreout of the salon feeling beautiful. Sera does a great job listening to my needs with a hairstyle (ie easy to maintain) but also provides helpful suggestions of different options I can consider. If you're thinking "I could use a haircut," then don't wait, book with Sera now.

Over the moon about the experience and the outcome! I have been getting my hair done in LA for 30…read moreyears, so moving to DC and finding a new stylist was exciting and nerve-wracking. Frankie came highly recommended by a colleague, though, so I decided to meet for a consult. He listened, asked great questions, and provided a really welcoming environment. He also made fabulous suggestions for the color and supported the collaborative process as I worked through what I was looking for and needed in terms of a fresh look and pop. I went back a couple of weeks later for color and cut. And the result MADE ME SO HAPPY! He is an artist with color, cut, and working with clients to give them a look and feel they need. If you are looking for a FANTASTIC stylist, do not hesitate! Call Frankie at The Studeo right now!

I'm a new client and I can't recommend Frankie enough. I reached out and got a same-day…read moreconsultation. One week later, I got my piece and my first cut in. Frankie is extremely skilled, works efficiently, and makes the environment relaxing and friendly.

I have very fine, thin hair that often looks very flat, even after getting it cut. Jacqueline gave…read moreme my favorite haircut I've ever gotten that actually gave it some body and volume for the first time. A few weeks in, and it has never looked this good! Really great experience here.

WARNING: The issue here is not Metropolis's hefty price or poor service. It is how they handled a…read morecustomer who called ahead, acted in good faith, and was still told to come in without being given any additional information. I booked with Michael and, when work meetings ran over, called to explain I was running late and specifically asked whether I should still come. I was told yes. No one told me that my services or pricing would change. When I arrived, I was told I could only receive a basic haircut and a few face framing highlights, a small fraction of what I had originally booked. I said that was fine, but asked what it would cost. I received roundabout answers and had to ask three separate times before finally being told I would be charged $417, the price of my original, much more extensive service. I left without receiving any service and was charged $417. But the most upsetting part was how unkind the experience was. I work a demanding job in DC and was trying to handle the situation responsibly. I called ahead, explained what happened, asked what I should do, and followed their direction to come in. Anyone working in this city knows that meetings run over. I was not asking them to ignore their policies. I was asking for basic communication and consideration. Instead, I felt like I had to repeatedly push just to get a straight answer about what I was being charged. That lack of transparency, and especially the lack of kindness, was incredibly disappointing. There are plenty of professional, transparent, and genuinely considerate salons in DC. I will be going elsewhere.

Akiko is the best barber I've ever had in my life. She showed me how hair styling is an art form…read more She has a gifted eye for aesthetics - the results look effortless and will make you feel like you're about to walk onto a film set. She's also just an extremely charming person. I feel lucky to have found her!

Oh, Akiko has been my stylist for the last 15+ years. And now she has been my son's! She is super…read moretalented and the beauty is she is very caring and does listen to you. She understands your need, then she does the job, far-exceeding your expectations! She is an artist who cares deeply about her customers.

I've been seeing Giuseppe for years for hair color. He's fabulous - he understands what I'm asking…read morefor and offers suggestions to make it better than what I had in mind. When I moved to another city, I waited to color my hair until I visited DC and could see Giuseppe. I almost don't want to write a review because I don't want him to be too booked up, but he deserves the hype :)

Renato has been cutting my hair for over 20 years, and I have never been disappointed.read more

A had the pleasure of having my hair done for the first time with Amanda. She did a pristine job…read moreon my keratin and did a fantastic job with my color and highlights. She even did a quick trim to give my ends some shape. Everyone is very kind at the salon and there is very convenient and free parking in the back. I highly recommend Amanda and Illusions!

My haircut was fine, but Suelene made several negative comments about my hair (which is often…read morecomplimented as my best feature). It was kind of weird and not the experience you expect from a stylist, whose job it is to make you feel beautiful!

Hair Salon vibe: Chic, welcoming, and friendly Quality: Top…read moreNotch Service: perfect hair cut with Jean Luc. He's both a barber and stylist, and gives a great precision cut that blows out well and lasts for a while. Parking: street only. Georgetown is busy so you'll have to hunt

I go to see Ziya since a couple Of months now and if you want the perfect haircut,he is the person…read moreto ask for! he understands what I am looking for immediately ,is super efficient and thriving for perfection. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. super Kind,friendly and I always have a good time going to get a great cut by Ziya.

The haircut here was very disappointing and did not meet the standards I have come to expect from a…read moreJapanese salon. 2022 I am new to DC. Over the past five years, I have regularly visited Japanese hair salons in Los Angeles, New York City, and Boston while traveling frequently. In those experiences, even when a haircut did not fully match my preferred style or length, the technical quality was consistently strong, and any adjustments were handled professionally. Unfortunately, this experience was very different. One of the defining characteristics of a Japanese haircut is the smoothness, softness, precision, and careful organization of the layers. In my case, the cut lacked those qualities and appeared uneven and poorly structured (the photo from the back). I was also disappointed by the salon's management. Based on my experience, the overall operation and quality control did not reflect the standards typically associated with Japanese salons. Update (May 2026): Over the past 4 years, I have been with my Japanese hair stylist in New York. I returned to the salon to see Keiko because I was hoping to find a long-term stylist in Washington, DC. I had not had my haircut for 7 months prior to that because I delivered a baby in December 2025. Ozuki appeared to be one of the few salons in the area offering Japanese hairstylists. Immediately after the appointment, the haircut looked good due to the styling and blow-dry. However, within a few days, the shape became difficult to manage and appeared increasingly unstructured. The photo on my ID, taken approximately three weeks after the haircut, reflects how the cut settled over time. In contrast, the Japanese haircuts I have received elsewhere typically maintain their shape and balance for several months. Despite my concerns, I scheduled another appointment six weeks after the first haircut with Keiko because I genuinely hoped the issues could be corrected and that I could establish a relationship with a local stylist. At the same time, I let the management know that my haircut had bad form and hope that it can be resolved at the second appointment. Unfortunately, my interactions with management, Liz, were once again disappointing. Rather than addressing the concerns constructively, the response left me with little confidence that the salon could deliver the level of quality I was seeking. This is the first Japanese salon where I have repeatedly had unsatisfactory experiences. Based on the consistency of those experiences, I am not convinced that the salon operates at the standard typically associated with Japanese hairstyling.

When I called to book my appointment, I was assigned a stylist without ever being asked for my…read morepreference. During the service, it became clear that the stylist had very little experience. She carelessly placed a wet towel on my shoulder and did not even know how to properly secure the cape. When I raised these concerns at the front desk, the staff offered no apology. Instead, they dismissively told me that rebooking with a star stylist would take weeks, exhibiting an extremely discriminatory attitude. While the receptionist eventually scheduled me with a different stylist for two weeks later, I subsequently received an email stating they would not provide me with any service at all. Please DO NOT visit this salon unless you want to experience blatant discrimination.

James is an incredible stylist. I have been struggling to find a new look and decided to give James…read morea try after reading so many positive reviews about his work. He did an amazing job after asking thoughtful questions about what I like/don't like and talking to me about the shape of my face, the texture of my hair, etc. No wonder clients who have moved away from D.C. return for haircuts with him.

Looking for perfect layers? You've come to the right place…read more Santos is an absolute genius when it comes to layers--nobody does it better. I've trusted Santos with my hair for over 20 years, and I wouldn't go to anyone else. He knows exactly how to bring out the best in your look every single time.

I came here for a haircut and got what I needed from Gabi. I liked that she asked my preference and…read morethen checked again with me to ensure it was OK to cut a little more off in the back. The vibe is fun Dupont Circle eclectic! Will return.

Thomas Shelton been doing my hair for years, he's the best there is. Friendly, professional, kind,…read moreand talented. He is the real deal. You won't find anyone in DC with his level of skill and professionalism. I look forward to every visit. He runs a professional operation and everyone who works there is nice. Go see him today!