I'm not rating this on my haircut, which was not good. All I wanted was a trim and it's not straight, not at all even, weird chunks that are shorter with a noticeable difference between the left and right sides. The guy showed me how much to take off and I agreed, but he took off more, seemed like he was trying to make it even but couldn't. I just gave up and wanted the cut to be over, and figured I'll go somewhere else to have it fixed later. What I'm basing this rating on is the fact that he showed me a number on the calculator when I asked how much, and I said "OK", then he charged me $10 more. When I asked why? He just handed me $10 in cash. WHAT? I mean, there might be a language barrier for the haircut - maybe he thought I wanted my hair to be in all different lengths for some reason I can't fathom, but punching different numbers into a calculator vs the credit card machine just isn't about communication. Then he called out to a woman and she came and said "tip?" and I said ok, then she said "$10". Um, no, that's not how tips work. You don't charge someone more than agreed, then when you're caught, pretend that it was for a $10 tip that you didn't agree to. The thing is, I normally tip more, and usually in cash, but the whole interaction took me so much by surprise that I just left. The only thing positive I can say is that there were 2 men who came in while I was getting my hair cut, both got short buzz cuts, and they are definitely quick. So maybe if you're looking for something like that and you have exact change to pay exactly what you want to including tip, this could be a good place. Next cut, I won't just duck in someplace to get a quick trim. read more

I've been going to Fashion Line for about 6-7 years now and I'll continue being a loyal customer. I moved away from the Bay Area and not wanting to make the commute back, I made the mistake of going to another salon. Nope, uh huh, terrible idea, never doing that again. I ended up coming back to Fashion Line later that week anyways to get my hair fixed. I later again made the mistake of getting my hair cut at the same place I get it colored -- also a mistake. Went right back here to get it fixed. Amy Li, Amy Huang, and Kate are super sweet. Attention to detail, eye for symmetry, very decent prices :) My hair is blonde, damaged from bleaching, and goes down to my mid back and I'm quoted $35 for shampoo + cut. I ask them to cut off my split ends and clean up my layers, and I leave looking like my hair isn't, in fact, straw. Most of the staff do not speak English so I'd recommend having Google Translate or a Chinese-speaking friend on hand, but I've seen other clients do just fine in English. I'm a second gen Chinese-American with limited Mandarin-speaking capability but I'm always able to get by with Chinglish. Good to bring reference photos if your Chinese isn't great!! I'd recommend calling ahead to avoid long wait times but I've never been turned away walking in. read more

Really nice people, great service, good price ! Great eye for detail as well 10/10 recommend read more

Fashion Line - Hair Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

This is now my #1 place to go for haircut. The hairdresser that I go to regularly is Kate, but have had Amy also cut my hair before. Personally, I prefer Kate for male haircut as she seems to have better approach in styling male haircut. She's very detail oriented, she asks how you want it and if it's right as she progresses and she would also give you feedback or ideas if you want to try out a new haircut. With Kate, I have tried out two new hairstyles and I like both. The first was something I wanted to try and showed her a picture to which she masterfully executed it. I looked years younger and got many positive comments. Tried another new hairstyle just about 6 weeks ago, and again, drew many positive comments and looked even younger... not that I need to look younger but hey... it's a plus. What I would say is try it out if you're looking for a great hairdresser. read more

First time getting bangs and actually loving them. 10/10 wash, cut, blow out. Will be back!!

Went in and asked for a particular haircut, while the final result was much different than expected, I absolutely LOVE it! The guy was great and definitely recommend. read more

I found this place on Yelp and I'm so glad I did! I was looking for an affordable salon who could get the job of giving me a simple one length cut. Everyone in the salon was nice and friendly! The woman who washed my hair was so sweet and even gave me a head massage. She took her time washing it and also made great conversation. Amy, who cut my hair, spent quite some time making sure that my hair was even which is something I've rarely experienced. The salons I've gone to in the past have messed up my hair due to rushing it. I would definitely come back to Fashion Line! The only downside is that parking is difficult to find sometimes, so make sure to give yourself time. I went on a Sunday and actually found parking close by(it was also free). read more

This little corner hair salon is warm and inviting. It was my first time getting my hair cut in California, but I was not nervous at all with my stylist. Everyone welcomed me in and seated me immediately. Not many people know about this place yet, so I didn't have to wait at all! My stylist was friendly, attentive, and meticulous. She was careful and precise, but she snipped away fairly quickly. I love my new haircut and am glad I chose to come here today. For just $16 a trim, you definitely won't regret coming to Fashion Line! read more

Wow! Amy is simply amazing & definitely the BEST hairstylist you can find in Oakland. Amy is talented, she does hair the way you want, she has a creative flair and natural ease in her approach to hair. I have coming to her for 12 years now, every time I leave the salon I am super impress with my hair style. Nancy the assistances is awesome in giving great massage and leave you hair clean and fresh. Kate is another great stylist. All of them are just awesome. read more

I didn't see this salon while searching for salon in google map. But when I was going to another one, I saw this one and it's price and decoration intrigue me so I decided to take a try. It turns out this is one of the best salon! I strongly recommend it read more

Really bad experience. Communication is bad, I show her the photo on the phone, she believes she can do it. After she cut my hair. It's totally ANOTHER hair style. If you want to experience that kind of fear of riding roller coaster without height. This is the right place. The lady talk loud while cutting my hair. There's lots of distractions while cutting my hair. Talking to others, greeting to everyone into the store... gossiping to others. The only thing she didn't pay attention while cutting my hair ... is my hair. Most important thing-- Not HONEST. When I entering that salon, a lady told me it's $15.00, later when the owner cut my hair, she decided it's $20.00. And she wants tips. I FOLLOWED all the 5 stars review to experienced to try out this place. I think my review will do this place some justice. I would rate 0 star if I could. read more

I have been getting my haircut here for nearly six years now and the owner here does a very good job everytime. I speak Cantonese so it's easier for me to communicate with her on how I want my hair to be cut. The owner speaks a fair enough level of English to understand how you want your hair to be cut. You can also show her a picture of how your hair to be cut. This is definitely a 4.5/5 hair salon in ChinaTown. The money you spend here definitely worths every penny. read more

Been going to Fashion Line for years now. Amy and Kate take pride in their work. They spend time on every client and makes sure that they are happy with their haircuts. I get my hair dyed there because they use top quality chemicals that don't damage my hair. I can only trust my hair with them. read more

Awesome salon with great style! I colored my hair today and it came out great! There are friendly workers and gives discounts if you come often!(; read more

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Amy is one of my favorite hair stylist. She would do whatever you asked for, and if she couldn't do it, she would honestly tell you. Meanwhile she would input her opinion and suggestion until you're happy and satisfied. I went there last weekend, again I am very happy with what she had suggested style. Thank you, Amy! read more

Fashion Line - Hair Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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My first time here and found them through yelp. My hair is bleached and the ends are very dry and damaged so I needed a cut. A younger lady with glasses did my hair and she was so meticulous and nice. I forgot to ask for her name. My hair was very long and tangled but she was very gentle with it. The wash, cut, and blow out together was only $20 and it turned out very nice. Definitely recommend this place! read more

Been coming here for the past 5 years now for cutting my hair. The staff are very welcoming and kind. They listen to your hair requests, and take the time and effort in providing a quality haircut. Would definitely recommend coming here! read more

The only hair salon I trusted in the Bay Area, they know how to take good care of your hair, keep up the quality works! I usually come here for crazy hair colors and hair treatments, they always make good recommendation on hair treatment products which allows me to maintain soft hair texture after multiple bleaching. Highly recommended:D read more

The place need to be cleaned the staff need to be trained. I like the hours, but I wish I could make this place my new hair saloon.

It's a terrible experience. The staff there needs to be professional about what they do. While Amy was cutting my hair, she would stop and start talking to someone else sitting next me or other people around, and then go back to do my hair. Then she would do the same thing again and again throughout the whole time. The talking was just nonstop even when she's doing my hair. Obvious she's not focusing on her work. It's annoying. It turned out it totally messed up my hair. If you don't believe it, go ahead and make an appointment with them. Never go back again!! read more

I come here for hair cut is over 3 years now, Amy is doing good job every time, the Price is very reasonable, I will keep coming here!

I had a good experience here! I went for a blow out and Kate did it very well! She is an amazing person ! Also the hair services are not expensive at all! read more

I've been coming here for four years now. I never had an issue with my haircuts. The staff are all nice, friendly and great at there jobs. I usually have Amy, the owner cut my hair. After several visits, I no longer needed to explain my usual style cut, so it has become like a family atmosphere. For non Cantonese speakers, it may be a bit challenging to explain a particular style/cut, but if you have a friend that can speak Cantonese, it helps out a lot. As of late, there is a new worker that has limited English skills (she can speak Spanish fluidly), but easy enough to convey a particular cut. The easiest thing to do is also bring pictures of the particular hair style. read more

Going there since I moved to Oakland. Amy is really good at what she is doing. Also great customer service.

Great place! Nice people with a good sense of humor--great service! Did a fantastic job with my hair. Definitely recommend this place!

I had very beautiful long hair until I came here to get it trimmed. My hair was down to my butt and I simply wanted two inches cut just to keep it healthy. I clearly stated that I want only two inches trimmed and I even showed how much. In the end I walked out with half of my hair cut off! I put it in a pony tail it and it barely comes to my shoulders. I had a beautiful and expensive balayage and now there is nothing left of it. And what's even worse it's not even cut straight and it is very obvious. I don't understand why someone would do that. I always got compliments on my hair and now it looks horrible and I love to put my hair in buns and with this length I won't be able to do that for the next half a year at least! I am confident this was not a misunderstanding but the girl did it intentionally because she was jealous of my beautiful hair. I can't believe I paid for the cut and actually tipped because I am nice, I just wanted to get out of there. This experience left me in tears. Never going here again and this place doesn't deserve even one star. Don't step foot here if you have beautiful hair! read more

I'm 25 years old now, and Amy has been cutting my hair since I was 19. Every where I go, people always compliment my hairstyle. Thanks to my hair designer Amy read more

I've been going here for almost 2 years now. The lady who owns the place and her staff are very friendly and down-to-earth. They take appointments but are more than happy to accommodate walk-in's. The prices are more than reasonable. As Asian man who has an unrelentingly course & dense head of hair, who also was used to getting his hair cut by his hairstylist mother, I had a hard time finding someone who would take the time to get it right, both when I was in NYC and in the Bay Area. But after resorting to cutting my own hair for over a decade, I finally stumbled upon this salon that has not one but 2 hairstylists who have the skills and patience to get my hair looking better than ever! A couple of months ago I even took my 9 year-old there and she was so happy with her new look. I highly recommend this place! read more