Studio 291

I have to share my wonderful experience at Studio 291. I am an older woman and have been going to the same hair salon for 15 years. Sadly, my stylist moved away and I was left trying to find another place that i would like. Needless to say, I am very set in my ways. I walked in to this salon to try it out. Marisa listened very carefully to how i liked my hair cut. She cut it and styled it perfectly. She was a gem to talk to.I get my haircuts every 5 weeeks. I shall be returning to Marisa soon.

Pros: excellent hair cut, polite, professional

Posted 08/04/06

Studio 291 is the best! I have been going to Cindy for about a year and I won't go to anyone else-- she really listens to what her clients want, and she will cut, color, whatever, until you are completely satisfied. All of the staff is fun and freindly too. We have done fun color-- a magenta streak!-- as well as highlights and long and short cuts, and it comes out perfect every time. I have gotten so many compliments on my hair, and now all of my friends go to Cindy too. Even my boyfriend gets his hair cut by Cindy now! Studio 291 is an overall great experience and I recommend it to anyone who wants their hair to look great!

Pros: great cuts and color, very reasonable prices, easy parking

Cons: none

Posted 07/26/06

This was the story: my stylist called me the morning of my appt. to tell me she had to cancel it. I was devastated because I was getting married that evening and not only was she going to do my color, she was also going to do my updo. I went online trying to find a salon near me that I could possibly take me on such short notice. I was in tears when I called: they were sooo nice. My stylist ( who i found out was the salon owner as well ) did a full foil on me. My hair was beautiful with subtle blonde streaks all over. It was amazing. Cindy then had me flip through magazines to find the updo i wanted. I loved Charlize Therons Oscar updo but was not sure if that could be done. Cindy made it happen. My hair was perfect and my wedding day was complete. I honestly don't know what i would have done without her. Thank you!!!

Pros: Very accomodating, awesome

Cons: n/a

Posted 07/21/06

My hair always comes first and I used to think Newbury St. was the place to go. The truth was that it was too pricy and parking was always a problem while the hair never really looked just right. I decided to try a new place i found online. I came to Studio 291. I had really dark roots and blonde ends. My stylist, Marisa suggested a hilight/ lowlight to even out my look, and take away that bleached blonde fake looking hair. My hair came out looking SOOOO natural and PERFECT! I've received many, many compliments and couldn't be happier. I'm definately coming back!

Pros: good price, friendly enviroment, fantastic service

Cons: none!

Posted 07/21/06

It was the week of my Sweet Sixteen !!!:):):) I got a gorgeous dress and great jewlery and I need a hair to match. I stopped by Studio 291 to check them out and see what kind of hair they did. I was shown pictures of the up-dos done by their stylist and I love it. They even had jessica alba's hair from the Oscars on one girl. How cool!!!!!!! I came in to see Marisa the day of my party. As she was doing my hair, she asked me what i was gonna do for make up. I said I wasn't gonna wear any because I didnt know how to do it . She said she would be more than happy to show me how becuse she wanted me to have " the most fabulous sweet sixteen" party. I had beautiful hair and makeup!

Pros: Great hairdressers

Cons: none

Posted 06/28/06

I am obsessive about my hair and I'm pretty sure I have been to every salon on Newbury Street. The whole Studio 291 experienced was wonderful. Cindy, who did my color, fixed the longlasting mistakes of hairdressers who charged about 3 times more! She worked with my color until she got it just right and never made me feel like I was overstaying my welcome. She even stayed late to close the store alone so that I would leave happy.

Pros: price and service

Posted 06/25/06

This salon was just as everyone had said, fabulous! This cute little salon just over the Watertown line into Newton was an easy place to get to. The staff was friendly, warm and helpful. Cindy, my new hair stylist...cut my hair exactly how I wanted it. This has never happened before. I'm already going back for to try out the color services less than a week later! I think I finally might lose that bad image of salon hoping! Thank you Cindy!

Pros: Friendly Staff, Easy parking, Skilled

Posted 06/25/06

My hair was absolutely ruined by another salon who refused to fix the mistake because it would take too long. I finally ended up at Studio 291, in Cindy's chair. She listened to me and understoon my frustration. She started her magic: coloring the roots and then foliing the ends to match them. Finally she applied my dream toner to my hair. Thanks to her, I am now a platnium blonde. This is my official thanks to her.

Pros: great listener, awsome color

Posted 06/25/06

I was a nervous WRECK before my wedding. My day was fast approaching and one of the most important things about it- MY HAIR was not taken care of. I looked on the site to find salons that were clsoe enough to where I was getting married without having to go in and out of Boston. I did not need parking situation stressing me out even more.
I decided to stop by Studio 291 and check out the place. The owner ,Cindy was there and she immediately calmed me down by showing me photos of her work. My best friend needed her hair done at the same time, so Cindy introduced me to Marisa and showed me Marisa's handy work. I was very impressed. We did a trial run of a style I saw at the Oscars..it looked just like it. Best of all, the girls arranged to work on a day that they had off just to accomodate us!!!! Thank you Cindy and Marisa. I don't know what I would have done without you.

Pros: Very accomodating, Happy bride

Cons: n/a

Posted 06/20/06

I'm easy. I have brown hair and I only want my greys covered. I tried Studio 291 and I loved it there. I had my appointment with the owner Cindy. I have been coloring my hair for years but I have never had someone explain to me what we were actually doing to my hair. I felt very comfortable that she was going to do exactly what I wanted and now I learned a little too. But the best part of the salon is the environment. This is a salon full of talented hair dressers who love what the do and truely get along. This is a no frills salon that is not about attitude, just good hair. It was an all aroung wonderful experience. Give them a try...you won't be sorry.

Posted 06/20/06

I get compliments on my color wherever I go. Everyone wants to know, "Who does your hair,?" I travel over an hour to get my hair cut and colored at Studio 291, I won't go anywhere else. Cindy and her team are amazing, friendly and professional - they really know their stuff!

Pros: THE BEST COLOR ANYWHERE

Posted 06/12/06

Ever feel like you pay too much for mediocre color treatments and cuts? Well, go to Studio 291 in West Newton and you'll never feel that way again! Appointments are easy to get (they even take walk-ins), the service and attention to detail surpasses any other salon I've been to, and the prices are just right! Get on their mailing list and you'll get awesome specials and occassionally they'll even throw a purse party. That's right, knock-off designer bags at non-designer prices. Check it out . . . you won't be disappointed.

Posted 06/12/06

I was new to the area and I needed a place to get my hilites done so I went to Studio 291 and Danielle (one of the stylist) gave me the best hilites I had ever had. Usually, I am not totally satisfied but this time around , not only did I have a relaxing, comfortable experience but the staff was unbelievably friendly and attentive to my needs. What a find.......!!!!!

Pros: coffee, friendly atmosphere, attention to detail

Cons: none

Posted 06/12/06

Professional, relaxing environment and a very skilled staff. I can not stand the flame throwing arrogance of these so called top notch, twinkle toed colorists and stylists Studio 291 is such a breath of fresh air.

Pros: Very skilled, lots of services, parking

Cons: none

Posted 06/09/06

My hair was faded red with brassy, damaged highlights on top. The salon I used to go to kept re-touching my roots claiming the color will eventually start to stay in better. It didnt. It was even more damaged. Then I came to Marisa and she darken my entire hair making it shiny and healthy and then she added peek-a-boo highlights in the back for that extra pizzazz that I needed. I cant believe it- I have the hair color that I used to see only in magazines. I really can't thank her enough. She has a client for life.

Pros: charming ambience, lots of parking available

Cons: n/a

Posted 06/09/06

I just recently visited this salon for the first time. I had a highlight, a shine, and a hair cut. I love the color, it was exaclty what I asked for. My hair hasn't looked this good in a long time. The salon is a cute little neighborhood salon that has a lot of hidden talent. I recommend making the drive out to Newton and visit Studio 291....you won't regret it.

Pros: great colorist, friendly salon, good pricing

Cons: only have on street parking...not to bad..but a pa

Posted 06/08/06

The owner of Studio 291 Cindy Hines is absolutely fabulous. This salon specializes in color and I can't say anything bad about my experience there. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my hair. The staff are friendly and fun and the prices are great. Why go to a stuffy Newbury Street Salon when you can get the royal treatment for half the price.

Pros: thumbs up

Cons: None

Posted 06/08/06

I just moved to the area and was very nervous about finding a new hair dresser. I used to have my hair straightened back at home and did not know where to get it done around here. I went to Studio 291 and had both Cindy and Marisa work on my hair. I was a long process but totally worth it. My hair looks fabulous!!! My hair is straight, shiny, and looks healthier than it ever has. It takes no time to get ready in the morning anymore. I love it!!!

Pros: friendly staff, great work

Cons: n/a

Posted 06/08/06