Susan is amazing. She has great experiences in styling and especially in color. She has access to a variety of products that will meet all your needs. And she usually has something new she is willing to try out as well. Her price board lists competitive prices you'll find hard to beat especially for the quality of her work. I love how my hair looks and feels every time I leave the salon. I have NEVER been unhappy with Susan. She is a hair perfectionist. The salon itself is well positioned downtown Bloomington. It is next door to several top restaurants and near a dive bar as well, so you have access to amenities. Or, if your significant other is accompanying you, you can send him or her over for a quick drink while your color processes! read more

Susan is absolutely amazing. I refuse to let anyone else cut my hair. She is truly a professional and you can see the years of experience in the way she cuts. Absolutely fantastic experience, I would recommend her to anyone who wants to be happy with their cut. If I could rate her higher, I would. She got me in the same day with no problem. Love this place! read more

Best Hair stylist in Bloomington! Hands down. Wonderful cuts and color! With no doubt the best I ever been to. Susan is a wonderful person inside and out. With all her experience traveling all over the world, she knows her stuff. Would definitely recommend calling her and making an appointment! read more

I want to start this by saying, I do like the cut and color that Susan gave me, but I do have some major issues with my experience. I made an appointment for a cut and some extensive color. Out of the gate, she mixed up my appointment. We had talked and decided on a three hour appointment on Tuesday, but when I showed up, she had me down for Wednesday. I thought, OK, no big deal and we rescheduled for Saturday. On Friday evening, she texted me and asked for me to come in an hour early. OK, again, no big deal. I get there on Saturday and have to wait a half hour for her to finish cutting someone else's hair. After she asked me to come early. She finally started working on me and everything was going fine. She was doing the die I asked, it was great, then It took a turn. She started cutting then styling my hair. It was only an hour and forty five minutes into my appointment and I still wanted two more colors in my hair!!! Then, the next appointment came in. Mine was supposed to be three hours but apparently she decided mine was done. My biggest issue however is what she said to me. She was styling my hair and said "You should really lose some weight, because you're a pretty girl!". WHAT!?!? How dare you say that to someone!!!! You're basically saying "you're ugly, but you'd be pretty if you weren't fat!". Bottom line, she didn't do what I asked, she didn't do two of the four colors I asked her for, then she insulted me. I won't be going back. read more

Susan did an amazing job! I used a Groupon deal and am so happy that I did! I definitely found my new stylist- she takes the time to make sure that you are happy with your hair and guarantees her work. My hair looks and feels great! I've already received a couple compliments today and recommended her to both! read more

My wife and I have used another person for several years. We decided to make a change based on pricing and service. I couldn't be happier with Susan. Professional and very detailed oriented. I look forward to my next haircut. Highly recommend Susan. read more

Susan was awesome at giving my hair a healthy trim! I have long hair and did not want to loose a lot of length, but I needed to get cleaned up. Susan gave my hair a healthy cut and added in some long layers. She shaped my hair around my face just perfect! She offered to have me come back and she would work with me on learning how to curl my hair. She said there's no reason why I shouldn't know because she's open to help me! I hope to return to Susan soon! read more

I've finally found a hairstylist who knows what they're doing!! Susan is AMAZING!!! I bought a Groupon for highlights and haircut and I'm thrilled with the level of expertise and talent Susan has. She knew exactly which colors to use for my hair color and type, and the highlights look marvelous!!! She even went out of her way to especially condition my hair. Susan really takes her time to make sure you absolutely love your hairstyle. My haircut and highlights look like a movie stars hair!!! I live in Chicago, but will be making trips to Bloomington just for Susan's phenomenal work!!! I definitely recommend visiting Salon 234. You will walkout feeling like you received a million dollar hairstyle, without the high price tag!! Thanks Susan! read more

Susan went above and beyond to schedule a time both my daughter and myself could get a color, cut, and style together. She's very personable and professional with many years of knowledge and experience. I purchased a deal through Groupon and it was well worth it ! We both love the job she did giving us the exact color and style we wanted. This was our first visit, but it won't be our last. Thanks again Susan. Highly Recommend !! read more

My first appt. was great, beautiful cut and color, went down hill from there, the next was ok. Tried to go back, very difficult to get in, her personal life is first, which is fine. Color didn't last, the price higher than the previous visit, I'm upset, really thought I'd found a gem. Oh well.....off to the next.... I only saw the owner Susan, and it became very,VERY clear she did not want me as a client. read more

I would definitely not recommend this studio to anyone. My friends and I are college students, so obviously the groupon caught our attention. We called and asked her about it since it was for a baylayage, which is what my friends wanted done. She said she doesn't have a groupon for a baylayage but she is willing to do them for $60 each. We agreed and set an appointment for Sunday, she stated that she would come in for us. We get inside and we arrived on time, 1:00 pm, and there is already someone else getting their hair done. I thought it would only take a few minutes, but she was still working on her for about 30 minutes. She then finally started working on my friends and asked what both of them wanted done. They both said they wanted a baylayage and even described in detail and showed photos of what they wanted done. They both naturally have dirty blonde hair and just kinda wanted to add some color to it, but both specifically stated that they did not want their roots done. She disagreed with them (which she should NOT have done) and told them she was going to foil their hair. They agreed because they assumed it would still turn out a similar way. This appointment was supposed to last maybe two to three hours, we sat there for SIX HOURS!!! I was astounded. She also kept repeating that they were her last clients so she would take her time. To fast forward, they both did not like the hair because she did the exact opposite of what they wanted, she dyed ALL of their hair blonde (no where near a baylayage). This was frustrating so they asked for their roots to be touched up and she did so for one of my two friends. When my other friend asked for the same thing she said "Well I don't know what to tell you. I have another client coming. You can give me a call another time." after she had said NUMEROUS times that they were her last clients of the day. She ended up not redoing her hair and it left her in tears. Why is she okay with having unhappy customers? Neither of them like the outcomes, one has gray, orange, blonde, and brown hair now while the other has all blonde which neither of them asked for. I suggest finding another salon that actually listens to what their clients ask and knows how to clean up in their studio. read more

I can't believe all these amazing reviews where I had such a weird and uncomfortable experience. Do not go there!!!!!.....It's the worst experience I ever had till date at any hair salon in US. The entire experience from start to finish was awful. If you want to know my full experience which is lengthy then read on else just stop it here and drop the idea of going/trying there...... I am writing this review as a warning to other people not to get fooled with her tricks/coupons. I have been living in this town since the past 4 years and never actually heard of this Studio234 until one of my friend(guy) mentioned about its groupon coupon going on and which he is planning on giving it to his wife, which basically mentions 15$ for one Haircut, Blow-Dry and deep conditioning treatment (worth 55$) and other reduced prices for color , highlights etc. I was in need of a trim so I thought I can give a try and called Susan(the owner) and asked her for an appointment and also asked her about the groupon and if I can take the appointment the later week but buy the coupon the same day as it expires in 2 days, she shrugged off my words by saying that the coupon is still good and will not expire in 2 days and that was just a trick to get customers attention etc. She then urged me NOT to buy the coupon from groupon as she will be more benefitted if I can just directly come to her studio and she would still do the haircut for the groupon price, in this way she will get the $$ without having to pay groupon their share, I was fine with it as it was the same price that I would need to pay so we decided the appointment for next week. One day before the appointment I called her to make sure we are still good and then he asked me to come 15 mins prior to the appointment if that's possible and I was fine with it. On that day, I arrived on time, she saw me, greeted me and while we both were still at shaking hands, a guy walked right in and she abruptly declared to me that she needs to do that guy's haircut before me and that it will not take longer. at which point I was left waiting the entire time (15mins) wondering if I had the wrong time. I was quite surprised by this as I could not understand why she wanted me come early and then make me wait, basically bringing it back to the original time. While I was waiting there I did notice that the actual price of her haircut for women is 25$ and not 55$ as mentioned in the groupon. This was a privately owned, small business. The way in which salon was decorated is tacky to say the least and creepy. It did not look clean/neat in any manner. I got the vibes and started having seconds thoughts about my haircut but did not have the guts to walk out so I just sat still. That guy seemed to a friend of hers and he did not even pay her and left the store after he was done. After 15 mins was the worst nightmare, After that guy left she started speaking with me and after I sat in the chair and started explaining her that I need a trim etc. she sad-"Your hair is long, (My hair is strap length). I would need to charge you 25$" (Thats her full price). I tried explaining her that all I need is just a trim of 2 inches and that I am there only due to the coupon and would not be willing to pay her 25$ and as agreed on call I will be paying 15$.I also mentioned to her that the groupon coupon does not mention anything about the length of the hair or any such details and that she cannot deny me with that reasons after having the appointment since weeks and discussing it over calls so many times! She did not agree with it and started explaining me that she had been to many countries to gain her skills and on & on...... I tried explaining her that may be she is worth the skills but I would not know it as it was my first attempt there but she still denied. I just walked out that salon basically wasting my 25mins there, with utter disappointment. From start to finish the whole experience lacked professionalism She was incredibly rude to me and bossy. I wonder what skills she gained by going to different countries without knowing how to deal with customers, I think she needs few lessons on that more than the hairdresser skills!!! I have been to many hairdressers over the years and this is without a doubt the worst and most unenjoyable experience I have had out of all of them. I would not recommend to anyone. read more

Sue is such a talent! Her salon training is world class and she truly has an eye for style if you are looking for a change or her technique is perfect if you just need a trim. Love the peaceful happy quiet atmosphere and her prices are more than fair!! You'll be thrilled you gave her a call! read more

Our whole family has Sue cut our hair - husband and 2 sons. We have been customers for about 4 years. She colors my hair like the top hair professional that she is. She can do things with hair that no one else can do. I would recommend her highly! read more

I went to this place with a seize the deal for highlights! Worse mistake ever.....my hair is so damaged I really should cut it off short but will try and work through this. She over processed my hair and my hair is very dry and damaged now. She was very rude and not pleasant at all! DO NOT Waste your time or money going here! read more

I don't know about the other stylists, so my review is specifically for Sue. I would not recommend anyone to go to her unless you would like her to decide everything for you. I was very clear and specific on the color that I wanted (even showed her the correct swatch) and she kept saying that I needed a different color. I told her I didn't like the other color. When she was done I ended up the color she picked. I also had to argue my hair cut/style with her. Finally she said, "Well, it's your hair." Yes, it is. I want it cut how I want it cut. She is full of false sounding compliments and always says she loves the end color and it's the best thing ever... Her liking the color SHE picked does not make me like it when I specifically asked for a different color. I did not go back and try to have her fix it because I don't trust her to listen to what I want and fix it correctly when she didn't listen to me at the first time. Basically, she's going to do what she wants, not what the client wants. read more