Irena has been cutting my hair for 20 years. She always does a great job, is on time and is very pleasant. She cares about her clients and many of them, like me, keep coming back for many years. read more

I've been getting my haircut from irena for over 2 years now. When you get to a new country you want your hair to be in good hands which is difficult because you don't know anybody! Irena being from Europe herself, like me, made my very first visit more than lovely! She cut my hair better then anyone I ever let on my hair before (Europe included) I trust her completely and she is the just simply the best! When you go to those big salons chains, you always run a risk to get a new inexperienced hairstylist. You never have to worry about that with Irena! She always cuts your hair perfectly and they way you want it! I could go on and on about how excellent she is! read more

Irene is a wonderful lady. She is very helpful and takes care of the client requirements. I went to get a Haircut from her. She was very friendly and kind. read more

I have short and thick hairs that require a perfect cut because I don't have time in morning to brush them. They also need to be thinned out and it's hard to find someone who does it correctly. Irena is great for that and she's always available. And last but not least she's not crazy expensive like others. read more

Irena has been doing my hair and my Mother's since I was 10 years old. She is in a word- AMAZING! She's been doing hair for years, and it shows. She fits me in last minute, will stay late or come in at the crack of dawn for me and when I go in it's like hanging out with a girlfriend. I like to try new things with my hair, and I often clip pictures I find in magazines for inspiration and when I bring them in to Irena she duplicates the style to a tee. She is very knowledgeable on products and styling tips, she takes her time with me and knows exactly what I want, sometimes before I even know. I always get compliments on my hair, it happens so often that I carry around spare copies of her business cards to hand out to admirer's. I've never had a bad cut from her or a bad color. In fact, one time when I was highlighting my hair, after wards she felt that I could use a few more streaks. I had booked a surprise color and cut for my Mom for Mother's Day and when I brought Mom in for her appointment, Irena put me in the chair and added more streak's... free. Her prices are very reasonable, especially for the quality of work. I moved down to San Diego a few years back, and never found a stylist there that could do what Irena does. When I moved back up here the first thing I did was call Irena and make an appointment. I couldn't wait to get into her chair again. To sum things up, if your looking for a phenomenal hair stylist that will listen to your needs, offer up great tips and suggestions and will take her time with you, Irena is your girl. I can not say enough great things about her. Lastly, her salon is not one of those pretentious salon's where everyone walks around with a major attitude and cares more about them looking good and not their clients. Studio FX is a laid back, fun, yet professional salon that will make you feel like a million bucks with out having to spend it. read more

Irena is the only hair dresser I will trust with my hair. Whether it's a cut, color, or touch up, I know I will always leave her salon looking fantastic. She listens to my ideas and is honest with me about what's realistic while suggesting comparable alternatives when I ask for something that isn't possible for my hair type. Seriously, schedule an appointment with her. You will not be disappointed. read more

Irena has been cutting my hair since 2 years , she does amazing job , she takes her time on clients and make sure clients needs, such a wonderful person , so loving and friendly , going for my haircut with her rest of my life. Highly recomend irena for all the hair services to all my friends n others read more

I've had my hair done by Irena for over ten years and she's always done a fantastic job. The prices are very reasonable and she gives very good advice about cut, color, and style. Her manner can be a bit brusque when discussing styling options (kind of like your mother or aunt who didn't want to see you making a mistake) but her judgment is spot on. At one point she told me to "run away" from a particular conditioner I was using because it didn't work on my hair. :-) Irena doesn't just do what you tell her--she tries to make you look your best, and I've always come out looking and feeling like a million bucks. UPDATE: I've now been going to Irena for over 15 years, and two months ago, she did all of the hair for my wedding. Flawless, as always. She did an outstanding job with all of the hair lengths, textures, and styling requests from the bridal party. Everybody looked and felt beautiful. Outstanding work, and very reasonable prices. (She really should charge more, but don't tell her that!) read more

You can trust your hair to Irena. I'm the type that goes in not necessarily knowing how best to cut my hair, but I am always confident that Irena will know. Been going to Irena where ever she is, and now it's at Studio FX. Now I take the boys (ages 7 and 10) to her as well. They actually look forward to getting their haircut! Maybe it's because we don't take them until the hair starts to get into their eyes, and they begin to resemble old English Sheep dogs, but by then they are making formal requests to see her! Studio FX is literally her baby and she keeps it spotless. She's always got a clean stylist instrument at the ready, for example, whenever she drops a comb, it's like before it hits the ground, she's already picked up another one from her drawer. Its the constant attention to detail that makes Irena a great hair dresser. Whenever I call, she'll always make time for me. She'll do your do like it's nobody's business. Well actually it's her's, but she'll let you know that, and she'll definitely do it right. read more

I got a recommendation for Irena from a mailing list and have not been disappointed. I've been her client for about 2 years now for haircuts and highlights and my hair always looks great when I leave, but also is easy to style afterwards. Irena is very attentive to my requests and has provided very good advice when I asked her opinion on a hair style. The place is clean and I haven't had to wait when I arrive for my appointment. read more

Horrible experience! Irena was clueless about what she was doing. The chemicals she used on hair completely burned/damaged my hair.

Irena has been cutting and dyeing my hair for over 10 years and she's always done a splendid job. I am always happy and she always works her schedule to accommodate mine. Very highly recommended. read more

I am so happy to have been to Irena. I have a very thin, brown hair, typically French... My hair was a catastrophe after I made highlights in another salon and a friend of mine advised me to put red color to it, and she fixed everything so wonderfully. I was used to have great hair stylist in Paris, and Irena is certainly one of the top stylist I ever had. Don't hesitate, she is really good !!! read more

Irena is my girl. I have been going to her for the greater part of two decades now. We met when I first started coloring my hair and the first few places I went to turned my hair gray. It was awful. The color was terrible, my hair was super unhealthy and started to get rough, brittle and not grow as quickly. Enter Irena. My friend recommended her and within a single session, my hair was a beautiful color and back on its way to being healthy again. AND she didn't charge me an arm and a leg to do it! Over the years I have had her color it light, dark, back to light again (depending on the season), highlight, "lowlight", chop it, help me grow it and really have done just about everything with my hair. It has never been healthier and, if I ask her to do something she thinks will be harsh on my hair, she'll warn me and we'll talk through the options to get the look I want. When I moved to Chicago for a while, I would actually come back to CA to have her do my hair. I haven't let anyone else touch my hair since I've met Irena...for good reason! She's professional, timely, flexible with scheduling and a GREAT hair dresser. I have recommended her to my friends (who are now regulars) and definitely will continue to recommend her to anyone who asks for a hair dresser. read more

IRENA has been my hair stylest since 2001. She does all styles & hair lighting, etc. - anything you require. As far as haircuts are concerned, you won't & can't do better.There's more! You're served fresh brewed coffee - the likes ofb which you won't believe. (Just saying) She's the tops of hair design! read more

First time I walked into this salon was almost 8 years ago when I just moved to Sunnyvale and was about to get married. I walked in looking for someone to do my hair for my wedding and Irena helped me set up my appointments to get my hair highlighted before my wedding and on the day of style my hair at some early time in the morning. I was really impressed with the fact she was willing to do that for a new client. I was in love with how she colored and styled my hair. I've been going to her ever since: hair cuts, color, highlights and eveytime and I never ever had any issues. She never pushes anything but she also will say if something won't work either. She knows what she's doing and I always love my hair when I leave. Even after I've moved from Sunnyvale I still go to her. I won't even consider going anywhere else unless I left the Bay Area. read more

Irena has been doing my hair for several years. She is an amazing hair dresser who pays great attention to her client's requests. Irena is not only skilled and very professional, she gives honest advices about hair treatment and products. I have short and thin hair and it is very difficult to find someone who can work with my hair. Irena does miracles! read more

Irena is the best! You can leave your hair to her. I love my haircut and color every time; I trust her completely. Bonnie

Irena is the only one that I would let touch my hair. She is awesome! My daughter happened to go in Irena's salon and Irena did an excellent job on my daughter's hair, so I had to go have her do my hair. That was many years ago and I am still coming to see Irena. She does a great job at coloring and cutting my hair. I get compliments all the time. She did my hair for my daughter's wedding and I got so many compliments. I highly recommend Irena. You won't be sorry! read more

I've been going to Irene for 10 years and she's done a superb job on for me. She consistently does quality work. Irene is amazing!!