What can I say about the Venue... I lived in Sumter in 2005-2007 and Sarah Beth was my go to…read morelady... She is one of the few people in the world who could do my hair... Seriously, top 3 in the world. I was in town staying with friends before leaving the country again and stopped in to see if she was still there... Man am I lucky! Not only is she still there, but she fit me in last minute before my trip. Even better? How many hairdressers do you know that keep a client book that goes back 10 years? She does... We needed to repeat a process we did back then and she had the exact formula we used. How can I not love this place? It's still cute, still smells good, still does trendy hair and it's still in Sumter. I'm moving back to SC... I'll be making the drive to Sumter to see Sarah Beth and get my hair done!

I've had mall haircuts most of my life and they've always been hit or miss. In 2007, I decided to…read moretry a real salon. It was great even though I was spending a minimum of $70 each visit. I quickly got used to quality haircuts. Sooooo, when I moved to Sumter, I was nervous because it does not look like a place with good salons. I figured that I would have to get my hair done in Columbia. However, I read a review of the Venue and gave it a shot. When I went there, I asked for a stylist with modern, cutting-edge skills. I didn't want a crazy hairstyle, but I did want someone who had some serious training. They suggested Michael B. He is awesome! And, I've heard only good things about the rest of the stylists. My haircut usually costs $35 plus tip, which I feel is a bargain.

Well.....if you are looking for some of the best cosmetologists in the industry, look no further!!…read more I absolutely love The Werx Studio and all the ladies who work there. They are fun and treat you like you are part of their family! Erika does a fantastic job on my hair and has been my stylist for over 10 years.....and my super thick, coarse hair isn't easy to manage, cut, color, and/or style!! I highly recommend this place!! I cannot say enough good things about them!!

I had my hair cut today for the 3rd time in 2 weeks. This was my 1st visit to Werx, and for the…read more3rd time in 2 weeks I asked that my thick hair be shortened and blended on top to create volume. I left with the flattest haircut I've ever gotten. I was so disgusted when I got back home, I pulled out my scissors and cut off 2" in the front myself. I just made yet another appointment with a different hair salon for someone to create volume on top of my head. This time I won't leave until I get the haircut I keep asking for. Finding a good hair stylist in this town is like looking for needles in a haystack.

This is only the second review but it appears the first review is actually for the wrong salon…read more That reviewer is reviewing Salon 3:16 and not Studio Five. Studio Five is great. Most of the staff has worked together in other salons before calling this place home. Angela is great and cuts both mine and my husband's hair. Sherrie cuts our kid's hair. The other stylists keep full chairs too. They are well informed about their techniques and the products they use and sell. They pay attention to what you ask for, give feedback if your goal is unrealistic or not quite suitable for your hair type/maintenance goals and they are happy to "fix" or adjust their cut or color in the rare event that it is not quite what you expected. My family has used one or more of these stylists for over ten years and various hair styles.

Set up an appointment with Christina for a Saturday & was very pleased with how well she took care…read moreof me during my visit. Very personable & friendly. The salon is very clean & relaxing. It has oversized mirrors at each salon station that make you look great....not like other salons with harsh lighting. The ambiance was soothing & calm. They offer facials& massages too! Great group of people!! I will be back for the European facial next!

I cannot thank Gabbie enough and I highly recommend KaCy J Salon! I came in last-minute after…read moreabsolutely destroying my own hair with a DIY bleach and tone job AND a choppy haircut that I thought I could handle myself. I booked the day before, desperate for a miracle, and Gabbie delivered! My experience at KaCy J Salon was wonderful, and the vibe was immaculate and welcoming. All of the staff was incredibly kind and helpful with my hair emergency! The online booking was super easy and I was able to fit in an appointment last minute as a new client from out of town. I didn't feel judged at all and was instantly put at ease! The inside is adorable and they even have a boutique area in the waiting room! Gabbie is amazing-- she took one look at my disaster and somehow knew exactly what to do. She expertly corrected my color, toned everything beautifully, and even fit in a cut and transformed my uneven chop into a cut that looks intentional, polished, and gorgeous. She LITERALLY turned an orange/purple ombré into a natural blonde!I walked out feeling like a completely new person. She even offered other treatments I didn't add to the schedule if I wanted them. Not only is she incredibly talented, but she's also so kind and reassuring -- which is exactly what you need when you're sitting in the chair feeling like your hair is beyond repair. I honestly don't know how she pulled it off, but I'm so grateful I found her. I'll be booking with her whenever I travel in town from Virginia! If you've ever need your hair done wonderfully, or have a hair emergency, trust me, Gabbie is the stylist you want. She's an absolute lifesaver and an artist!

I'm choosing to forgive the offense, but due to the fact that I chose this salon solely because of…read moreits high star reviews I feel convicted to share my experience so someone else doesn't have to endure this dishonest representation of skills or suffer the poor customer service and general lack of care. For context I called to schedule my first hair cut after 2 years battling cancer and 20 rounds of chemo. I specifically asked for someone who specialized in short haircuts/chemo hair and was assured I was in good hands. I communicated that I have been a full time performer for over 15 years and frequently have to be on stage or infront of cameras. I also explained I was wanting my hair shaped so it looked more presentable for an Air Force event. This salon left me feeling more robbed of my femininity, looks, and confidence than cancer or chemo ever did. The email exchange is with the salon owner after we spoke on the phone a little before 3 PM and I explained the situation. While she did apologize, there was a defensive, short tone on the phone. I'm including both of my emails as well as her response after they were already closed. She knew this was time sensitive and that we were leaving town early the next morning. 3 hours and end of business day passed with no follow up or solution. Google is free. I will say Lynne who I initially explained the situation to had a much kinder and compassionate demeanor than the others. Also, stress reduction is crucial for a cancer patient's health and recovery. This experience literally impacted my health as you can see in my monitor's analysis for the day. I will let the photos speak for themselves...

Today I met the miracle worker that is Salena. She transformed my paper bag brown colored rat's…read morenest of hair into this beautiful, bouncy, vibrant coiffure that now gently rests atop my head. My visit began with an introduction. Salena is so friendly, you're instantly put at ease discussing what cut and color you'd like. Of course I went in with pictures from Insta and Pinterest that ran the gamut from long and sleek to short and punk. After a consultation, she gave me the perfect cut and color for my face shape and skin tone. I couldn't be more pleased. It's so flattering and everyone loves it. Also, I had several inches taken off, which I donated. She educated me on the different charities and helped me make an informed decision about which one I chose. (I had only ever heard of the big charity.) There was another stylist there and she was just as friendly and welcoming. Overall, if I could give this salon 10 stars I would. I didn't realize how much a new cut and color could boost your confidence. Thanks to Salena!

I've been going to The Hair Colorist to see Lisa Jackson for years. I initially went after getting…read morean awful color job, and never left. Lisa does an amazing job, I highly recommend her!

Took my wife in for a cut and color and she had Katelyn as her hairdresser, what a sweet girl and…read moredid a fabulous job on her hair and color was perfect

Love this place! Mrs. Mary Dee was so welcoming. She did such a fantastic job on my hair cut. She…read moretruly has the magic touch and my hair looks great!

Amie is working magic on my 62 yr old skin. I love the facials. Her knowledge of the various…read moreprocesses and techniques make me very confident in her recommendations. So relaxing and satisfying!

I wasn't sure at first but I have to say overall I'm impressed with my first visit…read more Ambiance: Absolutely what you think of for a spa, areas were clean and appeared well maintained. Calming colors and during the massage calming music. The space is larger than you think it is when you see it from the outside and nicely styled inside. Massage: I opted for a 90m massage and for the price I'm very impressed. It was relaxing and my massage therapist was good. Staff: The couple of people I came in contact with were fine. I mean everyone I saw was 20 years old tops so it felt a bit young. I'm curious to try some of there other services... I'll report back.

N Salon is such a warm and welcoming facility. Sandy Jackson has been styling my hair for years…read more She has to be good if I keep going back!! She listens to my ideas and does her magic on my hair. The salon is always clean and the other staff are very friendly.

One of my coworkers recommended this place and I'm so glad she did. From the decor to the…read moreatmosphere this place is amazing. I'm very particular about how I want my hair to be and Katelynn knocks it out of the park every time. No matter what. And she's always willing to change things up whenever I'm feelin a little spicy lol.