I cycle through the process of growing my hair out and chopping it off to donate, and it had…read morereached that time for a haircut right when I moved to St. Louis. Even before moving, I had done pretty extensive research for a trustworthy hair stylist in anticipation and Studio 89 was one of the top picks; even after monitoring my options over the span of a month, it remained the best. I tried to make an appointment online but had some technical issue so I called instead. This was all done the morning of, and yet they were able to have me come in later that afternoon. It's a clean, small space but it's got everything you can imagine. There's plenty of parking in front of the salon. Tiffany was my stylist, and I was warned that she was going to charge more than the other stylists due to her experience (note -- all stylists charge differently based on this). As a Californian who has paid way too much for the simplest of cuts, I can genuinely say Tiffany's surcharge was 1000% worth it. She was so kind and personable, and that really made the experience. She gave me her honest thoughts and was very communicative throughout the process. She really gave me the exact hairstyle I asked for after barely flashing her a photo, and I'm so endlessly impressed! Despite constantly cycling through short hair, I've actually never liked myself in it very much. However, Tiffany's work allowed me to feel more confident in rocking a short cut than I've ever felt! I've received tons of genuine compliments on her work, and I feel so lucky to have met her. Tiffany -- thanks for the sushi recs and candid conversation, and for being my first friend in St. Louis!

I have visited Studio 89 a few times now and I have gotten great service from everyone who works…read morethere. I have had a few different stylists as well Nicole, Sabrina and Tiffany and they are all pretty attentive stylist. They double checked with me multiple times throughout the service whether it was cut or color. The salon is neat and tidy. They have an easy way to schedule appointments online so you don't have the hassle of calling people. The salon is based on appointments only so would highly recommend making an appointment prior to visiting.

Overall: 3.8…read more Technology: ***** - This establishment has an iOS & android app for booking appointments. Parking: *** - Limited, you have to park on the street Cleanliness: ** - I see hair all over the floor Restroom: **** - Clean Ambiance: ***** - This Place feels like a modern salon station. I love The design. They have multiple booths with different services Notes: - I recommend downloading their app and setting an appointment before going to this place. - Make sure you check the big screen when you get inside to determine why loft no you need to go.

I wish I could leave zero stars but it will not let me, I arrived for my 1PM appointment at 12:50PM…read moreonly to wait until 1:15 PM with no communication. Kimberly Borosh did not reach out or respond to me. I do not recommend her or this establishment as no one will get in touch with me. Very disappointed.

Alecia was wonderful, and the photoshoot experience was sooooo much fun. She knew exactly how to…read moredirect the shots based on what I told her I was looking for, and I wish I could have purchased every photo! She is so accepting and open, she made the experience even more than I imagined and pushed me to see the beauty in myself. I got to also enjoy getting my makeup and hair done and felt like a MODEL all day long--the whole experience was nothing less than absolutely fabulous!

My first session with XOXO Alice was in 2018; it was purchased as a wedding gift for my husband. I…read morehad lost 100 pounds over the course of our relationship and was super nervous to have boudoir photos done because of how embarrassed I was by the loose skin that I had all over my body. I imagined options for outfits and poses would be very limited, and I would spend the whole time nervous as heck and hating myself. The super detailed instructions to prepare for the session were the first thing to set my mind at ease. I was glad to know I only had to personally bring SOME of the outfits I wanted to wear but that there was a full wardrobe of varying sizes waiting for me. I was greeted on the morning of the shoot by one of her kitty cats, which immediately made me feel more at ease. The conversation held between myself, Alecia, and the make-up artist that morning to determine the kind of photos we wanted to shoot was eye-opening and very information, though I felt like a shy newbie not having the answer on-hand when I showed up. Alecia used creative methods to get me the best shots possible and made me feel more at ease throughout the course of the day by cracking jokes to make me laugh and just have general conversation about shared interests (specifically pet birds). By the end of the day, I had come to love how my body was portrayed in a way I never knew was possible. The directions she gave throughout the shoot were kind and specific so that she got the exact bodily post and expression that she needed. My husband could not have been happier with the photos, and I will always cherish the self-esteem boost I left with. The second shoot I had was vastly different than my first. It took place in early 2022 while I was still scared witless about catching COVID-19. She had a process in place requiring each client to take a rapid test in their car prior to the session to confirm a negative result. This made me feel much safer considering she was the first person  outside my family and close friends that I would spend a day around maskless since the pandemic began.  Some relevant background information includes something that developed over the course of time since the initial photoshoot: this included the onset of chronic (nearly constant) pain in my neck, shoulders, and upper and lower back that is greatly flared by too much motion of my joints that were weakened by illness and major surgery recovery. I was nervous as all get-out to reach out to Alecia to see if I could request a session (via one of her model-calls on her Facebook page) thinking that I would be too hard to work with due to my physical limitations. Remembering how much I had to move or bend during the first session, I thought it would be impossible to have a similar experience again. My weak and painful body had driven me to hatred and depression because my body had all but given up on me. I had also put on a teensy bit of weight due to my inability to exercise. Alecia assured me that she could work with me to show me that my body wasn't to be hated and was confident that she could use feedback given by myself during the session to ensure she didn't cause an excess of pain. She ended up discussing my changing life situation while makeup and hair were being handled. Not only did she make me feel like a "normal" person regardless of my illnesses and pain, she made sure I knew that she saw me as no less of a woman or model. She did a lot of moving and shifting to accommodate my decreased abilities of motion and took my inability to stand for long periods of count all into ability when choosing the outfits and poses. We even made a sort of silly game out of taking water breaks since I am required to drink far more water than most people; she was sure to take a water break whenever I did and made sure I ate when I needed to. I was so shocked by the resulting images and felt like she helped me along the first step of accepting my new disability by taking myself for how I am and not just hating my own existence. I know this may seem like a little much to come out of a boudoir photography session, but she has a magical way of seeing everyone she photographs the way they need to be and deserve to be seen. I am already saving up for my next photo shoot! The first one was for my significant other, but all additional ones are purely for me!

"WHERE CAN I BUY YOUR LASHES?!" This is a question that lots…read moreof people (mostly women) ask me on a near weekly basis, all of which are absolutely shocked when I tell them my "falsies" are actually lash extensions! I have been seeing Alexis for my lashes since March 2018 and I have NEVER left disappointed; my lashes always look full, fluffy, and drop dead gorgeous every single time I leave her studio- she leaves nothing to be desired when it comes to how my lashes look and last. When I first got my lashes done with Alexis, I was very new to the lash extension world and had a lot of questions to ask (because let's be serious, you've gotta be careful with anything happening close to your eyes); Alexis answered all of my questions about the extensions themselves, how they are applied, and how to take care of them before she ever even began to glue any extensions onto my existing eyelashes. Ever since my first appointment with Alexis, I am absolutely hooked on how the extensions make my eyes look and how much more put-together I look, especially since I am forever sleeping in too late and sometimes just roll out of bed so I can get to work on time! Alexis does have a cancelation policy in place (she does ask for 24 hours notice to avoid a 50% service fee, which I feel is plenty reasonable as some places ask for 48 or even 72 hours notice) but this is mostly due to Booksy, the booking app she uses for her business, which is set to take out 50% of the service fee for late cancelations; the policy is listed in her booking system, so I'm not sure why everyone throws a hissy-fit when they get charged for not showing up to their appointment- reading is a wonderful thing, I'm tellin' ya! It has been a bit more difficult as of recently to see Alexis for emergency appointments (just when I feel my lashes need a little more "OMPH!" before a special event); I've had to start booking my appointments every two weeks for months in advance in order to hold a spot with her- she is booked at least five days out usually. SheSometimes if you just "stalk" the Booksy app for a while, someone will cancel in a time slot that will work for you, but it becomes harder and harder as Alexis's lash services grow in popularity. I would say the only thing I would say to possibly be cautious of is if you have allergies to animals; Alexis does work out of her home and she does have some furry-babies (all of which are friendly and none of which are allowed in her workspace), so if you have allergies to either dogs or cats, I would maybe take some allergy medicine first. All in all, Alexis runs an amazing business and helps hundreds of people in the Saint Louis area feel absolutely gorgeous, myself included! I recommend her to anyone and everyone who asks me about my lashes!

I had a appointment drove all the way there no answer so I messenger her. I'm outside so she…read morerespond back out of town said she sent out a messages letting everyone know. I check my messages and text nothing then she ask is my phone android I said yes that's why you didn't get it? So she told me because of her mistake will do it for free she schedule me another date . But do to car trouble I cancel in advance and reschedule which was for this pass Friday 7pm. I work in earth city and don't get off until 6:30 pm made to her home 4 minute to my appointment . Sent a message I'm outside no respond sent two more I'm outside nothing knock at the door still nothing . Went back to my car was furious so I call her through messenger no answer waited 10 more minutes nothing. She lives on South grand and finally responded back when I made to page and Sarah. She said I'm home but doing someone else lashes now but I didn't hear you knocking, messaging or calling me. Man I lost it became so angry ! Are you kidding so you gave my appointment time to someone else after you confirm the appointment time and date on the day she schedule it? I was hot went off but in the end she promise to do mine free but gave my appointment to someone who was paying her. Extremely disappoint because of her mistakes my lashes still not done!

Noreen Murphy has been my hair stylist for many years and I can't recommend her enough! She is a…read moreconsummate professional who listens to what you want, and runs with it! She is also very good at keeping up with the styles and getting me an appt...even when she doesn't have a lot available! I also love Cielo because it has a very comfortable & relaxed vibe which is nice because I live in IL & sometimes the construction traffic from IL to the Hill can be a little hectic so it's nice to be able to relax at Cielo for a while & maybe even grab lunch or dinner while you're in the area...enjoy!

I've visited Allie at Cielo now several times. Always feel welcomed and comfortable when I go by…read morenot only Allie but the other stylists as well. The place is a cute old Hill house that they've conveyed into a great salon that makes you feel welcomed as soon as you walk in. There's several stations within the place but it doesn't feel cramped or like they are on too of each other. Parking is mostly on the street but I've never had a problem finding a spot any time of the day. Bonus is that it's a block away from Amaghetti's so I get my haircut and a sandwich all in one stop! If you're looking for a new place definitely try out Cielo!