Thanks so much to Essam for a great haircut today -- exactly what I was looking for -- and a very interesting conversation, too!

Got cut and color with Essam recently. Cut was fine, color I'm not happy about. I asked for and shared photos of ombre or balayage style color and ended up with partial highlights that abruptly stop at around the crown of my head. I should have known it would not turn out well when he was confused that I didn't want my "highlights" to go all the way to my roots. I reached out and he offered to fix but at that point it seemed the only option was to extend the highlights which is not what I was going for so I'm just going to let it grow out. read more

Do not go here!! Very rude staff. Had a mix up with my appointment and was treated very rudely by one of the staff members

Go to Alexus, she did a beautiful job. I got a cut and baylayage. She is super sweet and very talented. So glad to have found a place in DC, will be back. read more

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Loved my experience with Stefeny. First off, she's super friendly and that's key for sitting still while someone cuts your hair for an hour! The venue is strategically located in Georgetown and for D.C., their prices are reasonable. Everyone I interacted with was friendly. But most importantly, I loved my haircut! I have low maintenance hair and wanted long layers without the fuss. She listened to me and I was very happy with the outcome. She also took extra time to style it as I requested. read more

Essam was amazing! He was great to talk to and gave me the best haircut I have gotten in a long time! I got curtain bangs and cut off quite a few inches, and he styled it so well! Definitely will be my permanent hair salon in DC now! Thank you :) read more

I literally cannot say enough about the amazing job that Renee did on my hair today and my whole experience at Fringe. When I entered Fringe I was shocked at how small the salon was. It had a super cozy and friendly vibe. There are only three stylists at this place and it makes it easy to connect with the person doing your hair. Renee greeted me with a smile, brought me over to her chair and literally worked magic. I have pretty good hair, but after getting forced into a bob (she cut and I exclaimed NO) by another stylist just two years ago I have been hesitant to go anywhere, even for a trim. So my normally nice hair was full of dead and split ends and it was time for a change! Renee listened to my horror story and did a full consultation - in my opinion it's the most important part of the hair cut. She looked through my pictures and told me what she thought would work for my hair and what might not be as beneficial. We decided on a hybrid between a super layered Kate Middleton look and a random long layered style I found on Pinterest. Every step of the way Renee had my full trust after that amazing consultation. She clearly had a plan in mind and she is obviously very knowledgeable about her line of work. The shampoo was great and relaxing and the vibe was just what I needed - upbeat but calm because of the small salon feel. Throughout the entire haircut you could just tell Renee knew exactly what needed to be done. She was quick, but not too quick. She was efficient and friendly. She talked to me but she didn't talk my ear off and she asked more questions about me instead of talking about herself. She made me feel very comfortable. She also gave one heck of the blowout. Even in the extreme 99 degree heat we had going on outside my hair stayed. Even when my bus downtown was 20 minutes late! Oh, and the pricing is AMAZING. Great haircut for only $65! I have had bad cuts for double! Overall, I would go as far as to say it's the best hair cut I have ever had and I would recommend Renee to anyone and everyone. I can't wait to return for a trim! read more

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Fringe is the only place I'll go in DC to get my hair done. I just moved back to Missouri and I'll be sure to make a hair appointment next time I'm back in DC. Essam does a great job, and has done a great job for the past five years I've been going to Fringe. I am sure his staff do good work as well. The salon is great, clean, very open, and easy to walk to. The haircuts are affordable and the ambiance is very casual, which I love. A+. 5/5 as always. read more

I have been going to Essam for my last couple cuts and have been SO happy with the results! All have been great haircuts at an affordable price (seriously, I haven't been able to find prices like this even outside the city). He is always responsive to the changes I want to make with my hair, and is honest with me about what styles will work with my hair texture. This is the longest I've ever gone to a single salon and I have no plans to switch now! I don't have any experience with coloring services or other stylists, so I can't comment on those. read more

I had a cut with Beth today and she did a fantastic job looking through the pictures I brought with me and making recommendations based on my hair type and level of effort I want to put in my hair! She was super friendly and explained everything she was doing as she did it! I will defianlty be a returning coustomer! read more

I noticed there weren't any reviews of Alexus, so I wanted to be sure to leave her some love here! I just moved to DC and am totally blown away by how expensive haircuts are here. I have a pretty basic wavy lob with no color, so I'm not about to spend $100+ on it. But also: you can screw it up pretty easily. I went to Fringe because their rates are $70+ and was placed with Alexus, who was super chill, experienced, the exactly right amount of talkative, said nice things about my hair, and didn't make me feel stressed out. She did a great job and mentioned that she likes to take her time and be gradual so she can adjust to what I want the whole way through the haircut - so she's really receptive to feedback. My hair looks great, and I'm excited to go back! If you're accustomed to more elaborate places, know that this is no-frills - you get a wash, condition, cut, and blowdry with a glass of water in a sweet little studio; it doesn't have a spa vibe. But I'm into that! Everyone I eavesdropped on was so kind and relaxed, and I felt comfortable the whole time. You also have to climb some stairs, fyi! read more

Yesterday I went in to get my pixie cut trimmed by Beth, and she was wonderful! She sat with me to talk through the pictures I brought and exactly what I wanted for my haircut. I have thick hair and she trimmed/thinned/shaped it perfectly, and explained what she was doing throughout. She's also a pleasure to chat with and has an amazing accent. I love my haircut, would 100% recommend! read more

The only place I get my hair cut/colored! Renee's amazing!! The shampoo/conditioner they use smells wonderful. The last time I was here, Renee used the new Dyson hair dryer on me, so cool! You can call or book online to get an appointment. FYI they fill up quickly on evenings/weekends. Note: Tips are cash only, but there's a CVS down the street where you can get cash if you need to! read more

My office was moving from Federal Center SW to Foggy Bottom and we decided to do a group photo in the courtyard as one last hurrah for our old building. A week later I received the huge picture via e-mail and cringed-- my coarse, thick hair had reached critical levels of puffiness and frizz that no amount of conditioner and heat styling could contain. Living in Burleith and being new to the area, I decided to give Fringe a try; it was only a 15 minute walk from my condo and the Yelp reviews looked pretty solid. I waited a few minutes and was seated at a station with a young recent cosmetology school grad. She asked what I wanted to do and I urged her to be creative and just maintain the length, warning her that despite appearances-- I had flat-ironed my hair that morning-- my hair was INCREDIBLY thick and needed to be layered heavily. The stylist-- get this-- snickered! C'mon, lady. I've been living with this freakin' sweater on top of my head since I was three. I know my hair texture. Despite being kind of cold and not-so-personable, she turned out a great cut. My bangs were sleek and blunt and she managed to get my hair smoother than it's ever looked between a good blow dry, a ton of leave-in conditioner, and some straightening. My color, two months old and growing out, even looked fresh. Great prices for the area too. Cut, wash, and style was only $55, a bargain for Georgetown. In short, great cuts at reasonable prices in a funky space... but does it compensate for the rude service? read more

Today was my second visit to Fringe with Renee for roots and haircut/style and I am confident now that this is MY salon in the NOVA area. I love the color of my hair and she's amazing and super talented with blow drying too. Today, I asked her to curl my hair and she did an amazing job! I loved it! Renee has a sweet demeanor and she's also a great listener. I like that I leave with a classy cut and style that is easy to maintain and grows out well. The salon itself is on Wisconsin, tucked on the top floor of a building. And, it's a no frills type of place. I have been to some pretty amazing salons in DC, where I have had to dish out some serious dough for a cut and color. At Fringe, you get a no frills approach with reasonable prices and that too, in the heart of Georgetown. I highly recommend it. read more

I am so picky, a picky new york city brat... especially when it comes to hair... and most especially my husband's hair. we have just had bad luck in this area for some reason... he has naturally wavy thick hair... and he has ended up with everything from a buzz cut to a flat top. (insert gag noise here) Renee' killed it... she rocked his hair... it looked clean and handsome... and it wasn't the type of cut... where you think, woah... you just got your hair cut... i never like that on men. I am so pleased... especially since we have been going to the same hair guy in NYC for the last 10 years... This place is a gem... and i thank god that we found it for our time down here... DO NOT WASTE YOUR $$ at a barber in georgetown... who knows how you'll end up... spend the extra 10 bucks and get a real stylish cut. read more

I picked this salon because I liked the logo - so modern and fun, which is always what I aim for with my haircuts. Yep, it lived up to my expectations...Stefeny is the best! I went from shoulder-length hair to a pixie, which is always harrowing but it turned out to be just what I wanted. She's great at translating a photo into something that will look awesome in real life. Highly recommend, just be prepared to get asked where you get your hair cut by strangers in Target. read more

I found this salon through Yelp. I'm from California and just here for the summer. Since I normally have a friend cut my hair I figured I would just try a salon out in D.C. I was able to make an appointment for the next day. Renee cut my hair, she was really sweet and really listened to what I was looking for. I wanted more than a trim but wasn't looking for a drastically new cut. She did a great job, paying careful attention to detail and shaping. I was very happy with my cut and style and would go back again. The atmosphere is relaxed and hip. It's a smaller salon and not overly frilly. They didn't try to sell me expensive products. I would highly recommend Fringe! read more

This was my third attempt at trying to find a hair dresser to replace my beloved hair stylist in Manhattan. I tried Aveda in Gallery place (big mistake!!) and then Solarus Salon & Spa in Arlington - both were awful experiences. But then I was recommended to come here and I am so glad I did! I have been seeing Renee for the past year and I absolutely love the way she cuts my hair. Its fairly easy to get an appointment and she has always run on time. I have also had her do a color and highlights for me as well and as expected she did a superb job. Besides cutting and coloring my hair, she always gives me helpful tips for styling (I have asked her for up-do suggestions) and products that are reasonable. Go to Fringe!! read more

Until I moved to California a year ago Jessica had been doing my hair since... FOREVER. What I learned once I moved away: DONT TAKE YOUR HAIRDRESSER FOR GRANTED! I've now been in Cali a year and STILL haven't found the same artistry and creativeness in style Jess gave me (I'm a girl who changes her mind DAILY - and my hair probably on a monthly basis. She always kept it fresh.). Why she's awesome: Girl has STYLE! She's so creative. Sick of your hair? Go see Jess she'll have an awesome new 'do lined up for you in no time. She's also the color guru. Put these skillz together and you end up with a killer style. read more

I'm a fairly recent DC transplant from Florida. I had been going to my stylist there for years and was honestly pretty nervous to try out a new salon... But what am I going to do? Fly to Florida for a trim? A friend with consistently perfect hair suggested Fringe and Renee so I decided to give it a try! The location is fairly metro friendly with a bus stop literally right in front of the shop! I was a bit worried that being in Georgetown it would be a little pricier than what I was used to but was pleasantly surprised to find that a wash, cut and style was $65! Not bad! The salon is cute and very comfortable, with almost a homey feel. The owner greeted me at the door and was incredibly nice, funny and personable! As was everyone else in the salon! Renee is truly amazing and after my first experience with her I decided to trust her to go shorter than I ever have before and COULD NOT be happier with the result! She is so nice and amazingly good about asking what your daily styling habits are before helping you figure out a style that will work well, even on those days you don't feel like spending a lot of time on your own hair. She also gave me a few pointers on how to style the cut on my own that I can't wait to try! read more

I've been meaning to write a review for Fringe for some time now, as I've been going here for a few years. I've lived in DC for over seven years, but for the first four of them I would drive back to my hometown in Pittsburgh to get my haircut by the same guy who's been cutting my hair since high school. I finally got to that point where I had to find someone in DC, and great reviews and proximity to my apartment brought me to Fringe. I am happy to say I no longer have to drive four hours to Pittsburgh for a great haircut and style! I get my hair cut and blow dried by Renee. The cut itself is quite simple. Per my request, she trims my split ends, maintains the long length I love, and adds layers and bangs. No complaints there. I'm always happy with the cut and like that Renee is willing to push back a little when I ask for shorter bangs, which she knows I'll regret later. The blowdry though is what bumps this review up to five stars for me. I have very curly and thick hair but always blow dry my hair straight. Admittedly, blowdrying my hair takes a lot of time and effort, but Renee never skimps out on either. After an hour in her chair, my hair is sleek, voluminous, and smooth. All without a straightener! Very impressive. I always leave this salon happy and satisfied with my cut and blow dry. I believe my cut and blowdry costs $60 + tip, which is very reasonable both for Georgetown and the work itself. The salon itself is bright and clean, and the staff is friendly. I like the products they use (mostly Paul Mitchell). Renee is sweet and professional and strikes a nice balance between being conversational but not too chatty. She's always happy to share styling tips and product advice. In all, I fully recommend Fringe and cuts/styling with Renee. Especially for those with thick and frizzy hair looking for a sleek and smooth blowdry! read more

I have lived in DC for 7 years and hands down get the best haircut of the numerous salons I've tried at Fringe. I have only seen Renee (about 3 times now) and every time she is amazing. She is chatty yet not annoying, listens to my thoughts on how my frizzy wavy hair should be styled, and then offers honest suggestions that are in line with my vision, but tweeked to actually work with my face and hair. To be honest I am not overly prescriptive with my hair cuts when i walk into the salon, but I can be very opinionated leaving if its done poorly, or frankly looks like crap. Not the case with Renee, I always leave looking at least 200% better than I did when I came in and I get to leave with a few extra dollars in comparison to the other salons. I see that there are a few negative comments on the decor/no frills vibe, but I actually think its improved, and now with their new assistant is much better as the stylists actually can just focus on your hair and not the salon up keep. Definitely recommend! read more

Like many people, I get nervous about going to a new hairstylist. It takes one visit to build trust, but once I do, I stay loyal to my hairstylist. I did a lot of research online and finally dedicated to book an appointment at Fringe. The online system was very easy to use and you can reschedule with no fuss. The evening and weekend appointments are booked very fast, so if your work schedule is not flexible - better book fast. I absolutely love the vibe at Fringe - cute with quirky posters, lively colors and decor with a taste. Nothing pompous about this place! Renee was my stylist and I was very happy with the cut. She is a great listener and was open-minded about my expectations. I asked a couple questions about how to style and take care of my hair, she was very patient and gave me great advice. Overal, I had a very pleasant experience and will definitely come back in the future. Absolutely recommend this place for anyone! read more

I got my hair done with Reneé. She was incredible! She was really kind and didn't even complain about how long my hair is like most hairdressers haha. I got lucky and was able to book an appointment the day before, but I know that's not the norm here (book early)! Overall a great experience and I love my hair! read more

I can't say enough good things about Fringe. I've been going to Stefeny & Essam since his previous salon, and it's only gotten better over the years. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and fun - no stuffiness at all. I personally see Stefeny, but you can't go wrong with any of the stylists. The owner, Essam, has a great team with both Stefeny and Renee. Stefeny is particularly good at giving you what you're looking for - and she's not shy about telling you when you come up with not-so-great ideas. She's concerned with giving you a style that fits your personality and is what you want. I've had so many stylists who don't listen to what I want, and I end up with mediocre cuts. With Stefeny I'm pleased every time. I love them all! read more

I've tried calling them several times....is there another number that might work? Are they still in business? update.... finally got through and booked an appt with Renee, I'll keep you posted on the outcome :) read more

I love Fringe Hair Studio. It was recommended to me a few years ago by a friend, and I have had no reason to stray since my first appointment. Originally I went purely for styling -- I have very thick and fairly coarse hair, but Renee's cuts never disappoint. Recently I have been experimenting with coloring my hair (thanks to an ever-growing number of greys), and I have been extremely pleased with the results. I have dark red hair and she matched it PERFECTLY. I mean perfect - not a single person in my life noticed the difference. I have also gone for balayage and it was beautiful. It is affordable (for DC), easily-accessible (for me), and everyone is nice. I cannot recommend highly enough (except I don't want to because appointments are already booked up a month out)! read more

I see Abbie at Fringe. I am always so happy with her work. The rest of the staff is friendly and inviting when you come in the door. They never seem rushed like you sometimes get at bigger salons. Abbie does amazing work. She always makes recommendations for styles and products. I'm so happy she is back (she left to do color at another salon) and I'm very happy with my latest haircut. Prices are very reasonable for a salon in Georgetown. They are convenient, affordable and definitely worth it. read more

I've been getting my hair cut here for a year and a half now, and I absolutely love Renee! I am extremely particular about my hair (especially my bangs) but I know I can trust her completely. She always does what I ask and I never end up with a generic box-shaped cut. I've had quite a few people asking me where I get my hair cut - and I tell them to see Renee! About a month ago I went in to have about 10 inches cut off. Renee kept me comfortable the whole time and I left with a sassy and fabulous short cut - and no regrets. I highly recommend Renee and Fringe to anyone looking for a reliable and unique hair studio. read more

I have been trusting Essam to cut and color my hair for 10 years. I can also trust him to crack me up which is a nice bonus. He gives great advice when I have a crazy idea but then carries them out good naturedly when I override his objections (and then regret it later - like that Mary Tyler Moore cut). The salon is relaxing and he works hard to find the right co-workers, the prices are also very reasonable. Their color is really first rate. I have friends who have moved away from DC who set up their color appointments with Essam during visits. read more

A coworker recommended Essam to me when I was fed up with feeling like a number at a downtown salon. Now, I can't imagine getting my hair done anywhere else. Where else can you get color and cut done so well and so affordably in DC? $55 for a fantastic haircut is amazing and frankly, not being shuttled between assistants and apprentices to color and dry your hair makes Fringe priceless. Essam pays attention to you and actually cares about your happiness with the results. And, the best part? All the compliments I now get on my hair! As a result, four of my friends have all switched to Fringe too. read more

Fringe is a no-frills spot, conveniently located in the heart of G'town. I give a salon a few weeks after the cut to form an opinion, and based on how my cut has grown out, I'm quite pleased. Essam is a jovial guy and I enjoyed chatting with him during the cut. My hair is a little unusual, and since this was my first time in his chair, I had feedback when he asked for it, and he was responsive made adjustments where I wanted them. I looked good walking out, but more importantly, it looks good as it's grown in, so I'll go back. read more

I've been coming here for eight years to see Essam. He's the best. Consistently gives the best haircuts at a fair price. Oh and he's funny as shit. Fringe is a true find in DC. read more

At my recent appointment I was pleasantly surprised to see that Fringe has updated their look. They have new stations and a complete new re-do on the decor. Very nice! Still giving great hairstyles! read more

I love this place. No frills, just a very reasonable price for a good haircut. I see Essam, but usually have to book a few weeks in advance to get an appointment. They have an online booking system which is really convenient. My appointments have always started on time and end on time. Remember to bring cash for a tip, you can't add it at the register. read more

Renee is THE BEST at what she does - great vision, excellent listener with her clients, and her work is impeccable

Whenever I need a haircut, I always come to Fringe to see Renee. The first time I came was when I decided to take the plunge and get a pixie cut. It was a pretty drastic change, but I was very pleased with the result! I brought in a bunch of pictures so the stylist could see what I was going for. Renee is really attentive and makes sure she knows what you want before cutting your hair. Fringe also offers a free touch-up trim for pixie cuts or bangs around a month or a few weeks after your initial cut. A women's cut is $55, which is pretty cheap for Georgetown. The salon is on the second floor, right next to Polished. Why only three stars? The last time I went, they weren't very thorough with the wash. I felt like the guy didn't really wash out all of the shampoo/conditioner and my hair didn't feel clean. That said, it's not a super nice salon. The space is pretty small and they only have three chairs. Don't expect a really luxurious experience here, but Renee is great! read more

This place is a great find. I went to Renee 4-5 times in the past year when I was living in DC on the recommendation of a co-worker after my longtime stylist from another salon had left the city . I have thick hair in a chin-length bob and can be pretty picky about my hair, but Renee did a good job cutting my hair. Some cuts were better than others, but I was never hugely upset or disappointed with one of her cuts and she always listened to and understood what I wanted. (I don't color my hair so can't speak to that.) Renee is nice and pleasant to be around without being too chatty. The price ($65 for a cut when I last went) is fair, and I appreciate that they offer complimentary bang trims in between haircut. I normally went around 6 on a weeknight afterwork, and there were only ever 1-2 other clients around that time and 1-2 other staff people. I think there are only 3 or 4 stylist chairs there. This isn't a bad thing at all, just know it is a quieter salon environment than you might be used to. NOTE: Tip is CASH ONLY. I didn't realize this the first time I was there. It's not the end of the world if you forget cash because there is a CVS where you can get cash back nearby, but you should plan to bring cash read more

For the service and price this place is decent. Renee is good for color and Stephanie is good for men's cuts but not color. I went to Stephanie once for color and my hair turned orange!! read more