Anyone who has seen me within the last 8 months has seen the struggle, and some of the embarrassing…read morephases I've gone through with the process of embracing my grey...entirely! I started the process in Maine, then the progress was destroyed by a stylist in the Austin area who wasn't listening & took it too dark ‍ I found the talented Georgina of Mane Trendz who came to my home & invested her afternoon to create the gorgeous I was going for! We still have one more session to get to the ending GOAL, but I'm finally not shaking my head & hiding from the "in-between" phase My ladies [& fashionable men] in the Austin area...this is the lady to see! She is magical ‍

I made a terrible mistake coming here…read more Really disappointed, especially since there were so many good reviews about this place. I debated on writing this review for days because I felt really bad because they people who worked there were so sweet and really nice. I came in with a Groupon for partial highlights and a haircut. I asked a long bob, a hair style that I always get at other places and show the exact same photos I show to all the haircutters/stylists I visit. The dye job is fine. I really like it, actually. However, the hair cut is a little sloppy and wasn't what I wanted. The front looks decent. She cut it around 2-3 inches shorter than what I wanted... I wanted to be shoulder length but my hair does not reach my shoulders (my hair reached below my armpits at the time). I also told her that my hair gets flat when it's long which is why I wanted to cut it... I'm not sure if this translated into choppy layers, but that is what I got. When she finished my hair, I didn't realize that it wasn't what I wanted. Because she curled it, it was hard for me to see the choppy layers and the uneven haircut. So I thought that it looked good when I looked at it in the mirror at the salon. After I washed it, I was quite surprised and extremely disappointed. I asked my friends and they agreed that it was really choppy and doesn't look that great from behind. I'm a pretty busy person so I don't really have time for a high maintenance hairstyle where I need to straighten and curl it every morning. I also try to stay away from high heat since I used to have really damaged hair. It looks pretty messy when I don't style it so I'm not exactly sure what I'm gonna do. Overall, I don't think I'll be coming back. Another reason why I'm disappointed is that I paid $70 for this Groupon. This haircut and dye job is $150 without it which I think is way too expensive for this quality. I've had a $17 haircut that was better than this, sadly. Edit: The owner contacted me (as you can see below). I agreed to have her fix it and she did not respond to my emails or calls. Their customer service and communication is lacking. She said that she would have the receptionist call me but I never received a call. I finally gave up after 2 weeks of trying to contact her and went to another place. Update (12/14/18): I'm not sure why Georgina felt the need to update her response after nearly a year after this incident! I don't even live in Texas anymore. That's how long it's been. Yes we emailed, no she did not try 3 separate dates. She tried ONE DATE AND TIME (a 3 day notice) and I was unable to make it. Even if she did try 3 dates and that didn't work, she still should've tried to contact me. Even if we couldn't find a date that worked for us, she could've offered a refund or a partial refund and I would've been satisfied with that. The fact that she's making these claims and trying to make it look like I'm the one that ignored her is outrageous. Why would I lie? I literally don't benefit in any way because my hair will still a mess and you have my money. I have posted our emails as proof. If she has proof that she DID offer me 3 different dates, I will happily admit that I was wrong. I'm honestly tired of addressing something that happened a year ago. I know you don't want a bad review on your page but this could've been handled better :/

After 74 years of searching for a barber who truly gets men's hair -- especially the challenges of…read morethinning on top and that one stubborn side that never wants to cooperate -- I finally found Taren at Bella Vita Salon. My son had been going to her for about a year and kept insisting I try her. I'm so glad I listened. From the very first visit, Taren delivered exactly what I'd been missing. I like my hair just a little on the longer side, but it's very thin on top toward the back, and my left side has always been a problem area -- it simply wouldn't lay down nicely no matter what. Other barbers struggled with it for years. Taren gets it right every single time. She has a remarkable way of making everything cooperate, and the back always looks sharp and natural. It's consistent, precise, and exactly what I've been looking for. No more fighting with my hair in the mirror afterward. What makes Taren truly special goes far beyond the haircut itself. She's easy to talk to, genuinely engaging, and keeps the conversation flowing naturally -- listening well while sharing about her life and work. It feels like catching up with an old friend. She's the kind of person you'd want at a party to keep things lively and fun. My wife came along once and brought some wine and crackers to share; the two of them sipped and chatted the entire visit. Taren even recommended one of the excellent stylists at the shop for her. At just $45, the value is outstanding -- especially with thoughtful extras like her signature neck and shoulder massage. And while the outside of Bella Vita Salon looks unassuming, the interior is gorgeous and welcoming. It's easy to see why the community has voted it Best Salon in North Hays County multiple years running. Taren is the only dedicated barber in the shop and a true hidden gem specializing in men's grooming. If you're a guy in the Buda or Kyle area who's tired of mediocre haircuts that don't hold up, do yourself a favor and book with her. It's simple and convenient online. You won't be disappointed -- I haven't been in months of visits. Taren Olson at Bella Vita Salon 3690 FM 967, Unit 4B, Buda, TX 78610 (737) 900-4501 Book easily with Taren: the-chair-102898.square.site

What an amazing experience!! Being new to the area and trying to find and trying to find a new…read morestylist wasn't nerve racking !! I read the reviews on Bella Vita which was great. Then I read Brandi's reviews and decided to give her a try. I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am. The color and cut is amazing. The shop is so cute and clean. Everyone is so friendly. I'm already booked for my next appointment. Thanks Brandi and Bella Vita

Ashely did my hair for my graduation. I have incredibly curly hair and I usually wear it natural,…read morehowever, under my graduation cap I was sure that would make me look like a cockier spaniel. Now, curly hair takes an incredibly long time to straighten. Ashley took the time to straighten my hair and then curl it perfectly. She put an incredible amount of spray and cream to make sure it would not frizz in the humidity. I have to say, it looked great. What really stood out to me was the fact that I was treated like a valued customer. She made sure she knew exactly what I wanted and then tried to recreate it. I am very happy with the experience. I will be going back.

I run a list of recommended businesses in the SMTX / NB area, and have received a number of…read morecomplaints about this salon. The most recent is one where the salon overcharged a client, and refused to refund the error, instead wanting to offer a credit for future use with the client's hair stylist. The client's hair stylist left for another salon and Monroe Salon refused to honor their commitment. Instead they offered a 50% refund of the amount THEY overcharged! Unbelievable! I'm removing them from our recommended list, and hope they reevaluate their shady business practices.

I just moved into the Kyle area from Cedar Park Texas. I was looking for a hair person. I tried…read moreseveral shops in the area. This one is the one. I love their atmosphere, and they are good. I highly recommend them.

Amoret cut and permed my hair. She did a fabulous job!! I love my hair, Amoret, and the salon!!!…read more Highly recommend them!

Do NOT go here for lashes...or for hair for that matter. Studio 1826 advertises Eyelashes on their…read moresign as well on their website. I've been going to a reputable lash place for the past 6 years, and and they do a fabulous job. I was entertaining possibly changing to someplace closer, since my current place is across town. My mom and I went in today to get information. (We both get our lashes done) Belinda does the lashes, but did not seem to know anything about lashes. I let her know we currently get our lashes done every other week and asked for pricing. We were looking to make standing appointments. She was vague and said pricing depends on how long it takes, and threw out some numbers. This is odd, since the prices are listed right on her website. I should also note that the prices she mentioned were much higher than those listed on the website. Was I going to get different pricing? She then asked with a smile "isn't there another lash place around here you can go to"? We walked in there offering her two standing lash appointments, twice a month...two NEW clients. She was not forthcoming with information and asked us to go someplace else. Moral of the story is, Studio 1826 clearly DOES NOT need new clients, so please stay clear and give your business to a place that needs and wants it. This is false advertising. As far as I can tell, they do not actually do lashes.

What business asks you to look for another place in south Austin to get lashes done? Studio 1826…read moreadvertises they do eyelashes so why should they recommend my daughter and Igo someplace else? We were looking for someplace closer to our homes and thought we'd get some information from Studio 1826. In asking about eyelashes they didn't seem to know much about lashes! Either they don't do lashes(false advertising) or just didn't want my daughter and I as customers! Also, the prices Belinda quoted us were much more than the quoted price on line. I very strongly recommend not patronizing this establishment! They obviously do NOT need new clients! As to their true motives, well, you be the judge!

I've been trying to get the simple haircut I've wanted for so long. Isabel delivered! I am a very…read morehappy customer. See ya again soon Isabel. ~Charlie~

This salon overbooks and over charges. I had a really bad…read morehaircut there for $90. I literally had to have it fixed by a little girl at one of those walk in places for $$23

I went in for a full service curl cut and I absolutely loved it. I hadn't cut my hair in about 3…read moreyears and it badly needed a trim. Emily worked quickly and efficiently while cutting my hair. She added a few long layers and preserved my hair length. She then washed and styled my hair. Talking me through the whole process to make sure I knew how to do it properly myself at home. I'll definitely be going back when it's time for a trim again.

I had my first appointment with Emily for her Signature Curly Cut package, and I can't recommend…read moreher enough. Booking was super easy, and when my job unexpectedly needed me earlier, she went out of her way to fit me in almost an hour early so I could still make it to work. The salon was clean, cozy, and welcoming. She took time to learn about my hair history, lifestyle, and goals instead of just focusing on the haircut itself. Throughout the appointment, she explained every product and technique she used, taught me how to better care for my curls, and even recommended affordable product options instead of only expensive salon brands. The haircut turned out amazing, and when I later realized I wanted it shorter, she squeezed me in the very next morning on short notice and fixed it for free. I've paid far more for curly cuts that weren't half this thorough. Absolutely worth every penny.

Evelyn was so sweet and very accommodating. It was my first…read moretime there. The place is roomy, nice, and very clean. She took me on time and I left in one hour which was wonderful. I hate waiting forever and then not getting home in a timely manner! I went in for a Shampoo and Blow Dry. I can't wait until the next time I go.... My only objection is when you book online, you can't tell how much you are paying. You have to wait until you go in to get a price. We are retired now, so, we have to watch our money...its a bummer, I know! What Id love to see is Senior Citizens' discounts and teacher (Hays Co) discounts . I was both!

Super, nice person.However my hair looks horrible. She cut the face framing layers way too far into…read morethe middle of my head. And it looks incredibly choppy in thick. I showed pictures..... it looks absolutely nothing like the pictures... i wish she would have just said I don't know how to do that. A hundred dollars for a haircut that ruined my birthday kind of sucks.