I've been going to DS for about a year now for cuts, highlights, and color, and I can honestly say I've been completely satisfied with every single visit. I see her consistently every six weeks, and the results are always exactly what I want. What I appreciate most is that she truly listens and does exactly what you ask--which, surprisingly, hasn't always been my experience with other stylists. She's efficient, fun to talk to, and very respectful of your time. Most importantly, she gets my color right. I prefer a light brown, and with other hairdressers my hair has often ended up way too dark--almost black. That has never happened with her. She understands tone and delivers beautiful, natural-looking color every time. If you're looking for someone reliable, talented, and easy to work with, I can't her enough. read more

Been coming here for years! Dawn is amazing and very professional. Her knowledge in hair and cuts is top-notch -- I came in without a plan and she guided me to the perfect style. I always leave feeling fresh and confident. I highly recommend Dawn to anyone looking for a great haircut and an overall fantastic experience! read more

Awesome haircut! I have very difficult hair to cut and she did an amazing job to give me a fresh updated look. Very professional and experienced! read more

I had gone here 5 years ago and then stopped going because I was traveling back home at the time. However, I decided to visit again recently and what started as a pleasant visit quickly turned into a very uncomfortable political conversation. She was trying to figure out what political view I was while I was making an effort to not engage in thIs type of conversation at all. There was even a comment made during it where she stated "she lost respect for friends who voted for the other person". Honestly, it's rare I get time to myself with 3 children -- and finally when I did I had to hear about politics and who you should/shouldn't vote for. ‍ In addition -- It's definitely shorter than I wanted -- which wouldn't bother me if it was cut properly, however it was over texturized and doesn't blend on the side. So now I can't wear it straight. Very disheartened by this visit. read more

Dawn always does an excellent job cutting my hair! I always wait until last minute to book an appointment because I'm always traveling and she always fits me in at a convenient time for me. I go in hating my hair and leave feeling fresh. read more

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Dawn is amazing! My hair had been mutilated by a previous hair dresser and was growing in weird, the ends were extremely dry and unhealthy (but the rest of my hair was not), and it just looked choppy and as if a 5 year old just went crazy with a pair of scissors. Dawn saw my hair and expertly snipped away, making sure to keep my length, add some volume, and erase any of trace of that bad hair cut. She also provided her advice when asked for, but was not pushy at all. It has taken me almost 2 years to find someone I trust with my hair, and Dawn was certainly worth the wait! read more

Dawn is the best!!! I drive all the way from Flower Mound for her artistic vision and trendy styles that always makes me feel like runway! What I love about her is that she'll listen to my vision and somehow makes it way better than I expected! Super sweet and witty, Dawn's my girl forever!!!!! read more

I have very thick, wavy hair, and Dawn was able to give me a PERFECT stacked, sleek, A-line bob on my first visit. She is a great listener and very good at taking any concerns or requests seriously. I normally have to beg and plead for stylists to thin out my hair enough, and they are typically reluctant to do so. Not Dawn--once she got started she was on a mission to properly texturize my hair and I knew I was in good hands. Usually after coming home from the salon, I can find several issues or something I don't like about the cut. So happy to report that this cut was absolute perfection and I can't find anything I don't like about it. If you were on the fence about trying her, or considering changing stylists, go for it! You will not regret it!!! read more

DS Hair Studio - After my first visit!! Dawn knows what's up. - Hair Salons Near Me - Allen, Texas

It's a shame that some good reviews for Dawn have been filtered due to users being first time or novice Yelpers, bit I hope mine will "stick". While I didn't have Dawn cut my hair during her previous gig, I did observe her doing some nice work there, and when my colorist Jason (who has a suite in the same complex as Dawn) recommended her, I agreed to have her do my cut. She did a great job! She took the time to listen to what I wanted and asked questions about what products I used, my wash schedule, what kind of length I wanted etc. Her technique and "chairside manner" are excellent. When she was finished, she applied some styling paste and we tried a couple of things to see what looked best. Her suite is warmly lit and inviting, making it a more relaxing experience than some of the big salons that have super bright lights. Bottom line: If you want your hair to look great, whether you're a girl or a guy, wanting to move up from a budget cut or already a veteran of premium styling, Dawn will do a great job for you at a fair price. read more

I tried Dawn today for a much-needed haircut based on her Yelp reviews and her proximity to my home, and I'm very glad I did! I was bored with my long, uninteresting hair and ready for a change. As a photographer, I needed a new do that would still be long enough for all of my hair to be easily tied back out of the way of my lens. I brought in a photo of a long bob cut that I liked, and Dawn made some suggestions for changes that would work better with my low maintenance hair habits (I'm lazy with my hair, to say the least) and face shape and would be a bit more interesting overall. I trusted her expertise, and she crafted a very flattering cut. I'll definitely be back! The salon is in the same building as DSW & Charming Charlie's, but on the other side of the building. If you park on the DSW entrance side, there's a path alongside the south side of the building that leads to the Mattison Salon Suites entrance (the door is on the east side). read more

DS Hair Studio - Before & After. I love my new cut by Dawn! - Hair Salons Near Me - Allen, Texas

I always wait 2-3 days after a cut to decide my opinion. Let's face it, we usually look good after leaving the chair, but how do we translate it into real life? I am not one to be a serial stylist. My last stylist lasted 9 years. It was time to change & I pulled up Yelp for someone close. Dawn is incredible. She listened, looked at pictures I brought & proceeded to execute with great skill & speed the one I felt would work the best. It has been great, have been able to recreate it every day. Would highly recommend Dawn! read more

Dawn did a great job with my hair. I try to avoid salons as much as possible because the stylist always messes up my cut, usually because I tell them to cut my hair dry, not wet and they pull the "trust me, I know what I'm doing" card and F it all up. Not Dawn; she listens and she's even fun to talk to! I opted for the basic stuff: a wash, blow-dry, and a trim to just below the shoulders and my hair looked and felt amazing. The only tricky thing is finding Dawn's studio. The map takes you to the right building but reading the suite number, you'd think it was on the 1st floor and you were in the wrong place but nope! Enter the door at the top of the stairs and weave your way past all the salons, spas, etc. until you find Dawn's door. Not knowing this, you might end up doing what I did which was go into that building 3 times and walking out thinking you're in the wrong place and end up being late for your appointment. read more

Found her when I was looking to get a pixie cut, did such an amazing job and I've been going to Dawn ever since because I can trust her with my hair and what I want. Highly recommend! read more

I'm so happy with how Dawn styled my hair! She's the first stylist that I've gone to where I was able to show her a photo and feel like I left with exactly what I wanted. The length and layers all matched my examples. And the one chair salon was super comfortable since there wasn't noise or distractions. I already booked my next appointment. Thank you, Dawn, for fixing my hair that went 14 months without any love! read more

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Dawn is great! Always gives perfect haircuts and never disappoints. Will continue to come back!

Horrible experience . I got lost getting there (Stupid map quest). Called dawn to tell her I was running late (5min) She asks me then if I have "thick hair". (Should have seen the flaking coming ) I told her no, it was a m don't thickness . I ask where in the complex is the salon , she gives me directions, I park and look for salon. I called her agin to ask where this doorway was, she the. Tells she "can't take me today" . I tell her I drove 40 min in traffic and now you are totally cancelling???? (At least give me a hair consult and we can reschedule). Btw, she SET the appt for 2:30, and by 2:45 she would not even see me. If she was on such a TIGHT SCHEDULE, then WHY even schedule me ??? Horrible customer service. read more

Dawn is awesome! She's super personable and does a great job with just about anyone's hair! I showed her the style that I wanted and she was able to do it perfectly. I feel that I've made a great new friend and I can't wait to come back for my next haircut. read more

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I have been going to DS Hair for the past 6 years and have never been let down. Dawn really takes the time to listen to you and gives you her honest opinion on what may go well with your hair texture and face shape. I feel confident and happy as I leave her studio and I know this radiates with my every step. Although I've recently had to move away temporarily for family matter, I still use the chances when I get back to dallas to come see Dawn, she knows my hair best after all! My 5 year old just had her first cut by Dawn and couldn't stop smiling about her hair. DS Hair is a trendy, professional, and well worth the cost. I would recommend Dawn and her studio to anyone, hands down the best read more

Dawn is always accommodating, on time or early for our appointments & so personable. Great cuts! Great style! So glad I found her.

Moved to Allen a couple of years ago and began my search for my new forever hair stylist. I tried several salons that promised what I was looking for, but it never happened. Then one day in a more diligent search I found Dawn and I loved her right away! I liked that she had been associated with Tony and Guy which was a salon I used to go to in Houston. I liked the one chair feature which was a new thing for me, especially now that covid is a big part of our lives. She is punctual and I love our conversations while I'm there. Best part was that I loved my hair cut for the first time. She asked me questions about what I wanted, and she delivered. I couldn't be happier. I realize that there are many others' feeling the same way and so I plan ahead a schedule my appointments online for the next few months to assure I get the day I want. JoAnn R. read more

I wanted to cut my bob back into a pixie cut, and I wasn't willing to go all the way down into Dallas from McKinney to do so, so I started looking closer to home. I asked on yelp, did searches on google and yelp, asked people with cute cuts where their stylists were located, etc., etc. The thing is, there are a lot of people that have great ratings that do coloring and lots of long layers, because that's what most women have these days. But what if you want something slightly more daring and current? Not every stylist knows current, edgy cuts well. So, when I searched for someone who seemed to be able to cut trendy cuts, was closer to home, and could fit me in last minute when I got someone to watch my kiddos, I decided on Dawn at DS Hair Studio. It was great. The online booking was easy. I walked around Watters Creek a bit trying to figure out how to find the place, so let me save you 10 minutes and tell you to park on the southeast side of Watters Creek, and DS Hair Studio is inside the Mattison Salon Suites (Mattison sign is visible from 75). I showed Dawn photos, she knew what I wanted, cut quickly, and I love my cut. We also had probably the deepest conversation I've ever had while getting my hair cut, hah! There's currently a deal if you're a yelp member and buy through yelp. read more

I passed up on the Groupons and also tried Dawn due to the Yelp reviews and I'm so glad I did! I'm an (ahem) "older" woman but I don't like looking like one ... I prefer trendy, non-coiffed do's and Dawn did not let me down. I also have thinning hair, and after showing her what I was wanting, she made some very good suggestions to make sure I got the look I wanted, which was a tad difficult considering what she had to work with. She's definitely talented and knows her stuff. She doesn't do color or perms, but what she does do, she does very well. Give her a try, you won't be disappointed! She's in Watters Creek, off the southwest side of 75 and Bethany. Take the southbound service road, past the Cheesecake Factory, and the next entrance is the one you'll want to take. There's a sign there advertising the salons and she's on the second floor. read more

I had to go to a wedding on a Saturday and I booked an appointment with Dawn. Easiest thing to do because it's online! I've been a long time loyal customer to my stylist at visible changes but he just up and quit one day and didn't leave any contact info for me. So, I was on the hunt for a new stylist. I have been friends with Dawn since high school, however, life happened and we lost touch after. Thank god for facebook. I saw her new page for her studio and I instantly had to inquire about it and I'm glad I did. Her studio, which is located in Watters Creek in Allen, is a charming one-chair salon which is personal and comfortable. She takes her time, asks you what you want, and makes sure to deliver the best cut possible. I have to say, she is quite talented with a pair of shears. I left feeling 100% better because a great haircut just brightens the rest of your day! If you're in need of a a good cut, this Toni&Guy graduate and hair-master is the place for you. Go to her website and book and appointment. It's THAT easy. read more

Dawn is Awesome. I had a mishap with my long time stylist and suffice it to say, my hair was melted. Top that off with a bad pixie cut. Enter Dawn. She fixed that mess like it was her job. She was born to make hair art. Hair art. Yeah. read more

I had been searching for a new "Hair Master" for years... and 10 years ago I ran across this cute little stylist who could do me no wrong. She was with another company at the time, but when she went out on her own I followed her to her own place. Dawn usually asks me what I'm thinking, and always does what I ask - I have NEVER had a bad haircut, they always grow out really well - and I drive all the way from Oak Cliff because she's worth it! I'll post a pic soon! read more

DS Hair Studio is the BEST! I was going to Toni & Guy for several years and got tired of stylists leaving & the randomly increasing prices. I was relieved when Dawn told me that she was opening her own salon, now I know exactly what price I'm paying and can be confident that Dawn won't be leaving and venturing elsewhere in the near future haha. I usually go in to her with my hair looking like something a bird was living in and she quickly turns around and makes it look amazing! Like James C, I am constantly getting compliments on how great my hair looks. I highly recommend DS Hair Studio! read more

I found Dawn just by chance online. She rents a small studio in Mattison Avenue Salon Suites in Watters Creek in Allen. Her prices are reasonable, and she offers convenient booking online. Now onto the cut...good cut, but not what I had asked for. I asked for the same cut/style I already had, but just shorter. And because she didn't continue my layers throughout, I was left with a sort of "alien head." It took months for the layers to blend enough to look decent. OK, but I've looked elsewhere for my future cuts. read more

Dawn is very friendly and spunky. I really enjoyed my haircut with her. I have long hair that I don't really want cut off and she did a great job keeping the length. I bet she's great with short styles and wish I had the face to rock it. Cute and clean studio as well. read more

I have been trying to find a way to translate this into terms that most people would understand and appreciate the way I did walking out of this studio. I guess that the best way I could put it is that finding DS Hair Studio was like finding your favorite coffee shop. It's comfortable, quiet, and accommodating. The stylist, Dawn, takes her work very seriously. This was something that I still feel can only be appreciated by watching the level of intensity and focus in her eyes when she is cutting someone else's hair. I had the opportunity to witness this when I accompanied a friend of mine while they were getting their hair cut by her. I had been to a few nice places before; high dollar spots that sported atmosphere, but stylists that had about as much passion for their work as someone trimming hedges. To avoid sounding negative, I will forgo naming names. She's a one woman studio in the shopping center at Waters Creek. I've never made a point to continue to have the same stylist before coming here. -Brett B read more

Looking for modern twist for a hair cut, I was recommended by a coworker to DS hair studio. It maybe a little confusing of the location, it is in the Watter's Creek mall behind the Red Mango inside the Mattison Avenue Salon suite & spa. Scheduling the online appointment was a breeze and once I got there, I was greeted in a professional manner and the atmosphere made me feel relax. I'm not too keen on modern style and wanting a new look, I let her take the reigns of style. I couldn't be more happy and have already gotten several compliments. I definitely recommend and will be visiting again during the American Express Small Business weekend. read more

This beautician is excellent at her craft.This was my all time best cut. I described what I wanted and she delivered. I said keep it long, funky, choppy and edgy - she did exactly that. Getting here was a little challenging. You have to enter the building from the back, go up some stairs, find a door (I didn't see a sign), then enter. Once you enter the hall, it is like another world. There are little hair cutting shops all on the same floor. So, each beautician has their own little studio. Dawn is very talented! read more

I had a great experience here. The haircut looks clean and Dawn was a pleasure to talk to. She seemed very knowledgeable when it came to cutting hair and creating a good look. Definitely would recommend! read more

Awesome haircut! Clean environment nice location and well organized. During the entire time I felt comfy and trusted her my hair. I would definitely recommend friends and people who are looking for an awesome hairstylist. Thanks Dawn! read more

The haircut I got was amazing for a good price too. I would love to go here again! /D.K./

After following my old stylist from salon to salon I decided it was time to find someone new. Luckily I found Dawn! Now I drive all the way from Irving to Allen to have her cut my hair. I am going through the painful process of growing my hair out from a very short cut. Because of Dawn I will not go through the awkward stage, she does a great job at explaining how she thinks she should cut it to continue the growing process...and nails it! After two cuts from her I have 100% trust and confidence that she is going to make my hair look amazing. Not only is she a fantastic stylist but she is very friendly and personable. Her suite at Mattison Ave is chic and trendy always playing my favorite music. I also can't forget to mention the ease of booking an appointment...it's online! I highly recommend Dawn! read more

I have been to see Dawn three times, and have loved the cut every. Single. Time. Dawn is a great stylist and knows how to listen to what her client wants! Dawn trained with Toni and Guy, and her excellent technique really makes it a great experience. She is also really timely, which is awesome. Really well executed, stylish work. read more

I've always been hesitant with people cutting my hair because it gets cut too short or isn't what I want. But Dawn did exactly what I wanted! She was very attentive to what I wanted and kept checking in to see if I was okay with the length. She made me feel very comfortable while I was there and kept our conversation going. 5/5. Definitely will be coming back here! read more

A friend recommended Dawn and I couldn't be happier with my haircut. My hair usually takes a week to grow out and look after a cut, but Dawn's cut and styling looked amazing right as I walked out of the salon. read more

I started seeing Dawn 7 years ago for my haircuts and am hooked! Even after being relocated to California, I still see Dawn every chance I get to come home to Texas! There's been a few stylist I tried in my new home town of LA but no one knows my hair like Dawn does, highly recommended, forever loyal! read more

Dawn is seriously the best! I'm SO glad I found her here! She is skilled at what she does but also so much fun to talk to. I completely trust her with my hair and let her work her magic on my hair. I will definitely keep coming back to her for my haircuts! read more