I absolutely love O Salon! I've been going for the past year for balayage, and Guillaume always does a fabulous job. Before finding O Salon, I had been doing half highlights, and Guillaume introduced me to the balayage technique, which is so much softer on my hair and allows me to go longer between appointments. The salon itself is absolutely beautiful and the staff is wonderful - very attentive and efficient. At previous salons, a highlight service was an entire afternoon event, but at O Salon, I'm in and out with perfect results with ease and expedition. Thanks to the entire O Salon team for operating such an amazing salon! read more

Dimitri Ferrer at O Salon is one of the most knowledgeable and talented stylists in the Washington DC area. Dimitri cuts hair beautifully, but more important, his color work is outstanding -- natural and always perfectly suited to the individual. Dimitri has been doing my blond highlights and color now for almost 12 years. Before reading about Dimitri in a major women's magazine, I had survived a long series of bad to mediocre highlights, often going home to discover colors "never seen in nature" in my own mirror. He was the first person I found who gave me highlights that were better than the ones I used to fly to New York for. You can always count on Dimitri to be honest and to do his best to meet the needs of his clients, old and young. When my college age daughter -- a brunette -- wanted to dye her hair red, Dimitri came up with a temporary solution that would allow her to transition back to her natural color before committing to something more permanent. He did a lovely job, as always. His painstaking work insures that you will leave the salon looking like you were born with that beautiful hair color. Dimitri loves to work early in the morning, so for those trying to get to work by 9 am, his 7 am appointments are ideal. He is the best! Also, O Salon has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere -- it's a great experience all around to go there. TH read more

After over two years of developing a relationship and trust with my hair stylist O Salon, I had to leave based on the way i was treated by him and the entire staff. Although 30% of the time i was OK with my highlights, hair cut and the demeanor at O Salon; the other 70% of the time I was not happy at all. I often walked out feeling like my stylist did not listened to what i requested of them. Most of all, when i brought to this stylist's attention that he did not do what i asked (on two occasions) he did not apologize and instead told me he did not "see anything wrong" and was angry that he had to fix it. He did not even apologize to me for the upsetting experience, and for the inconvenience nor for being rude. In addition to all of this, my hair is now uneven and I have to go and find a new stylist / colorist to start all over again. I would recommend NOT going to O Salon and avoiding wasting not only time but lots of money and energy on something you will regret later. read more

I called two weeks ago for an appointment next Friday at 3pm in advance of our daughter's graduation festivities. I made another appointment for a friend and my daughter, so we could all go at the same time. We had two appointments for 2:45 pm and one for 3 pm When I called to make the appointments, there was some confusion and, apparently, the girl at reception could not find any information about my previous visits. My husband, our daughter and I have all been to see Guillaume several times each over the last four years. Nothing about us in their data base. She nevertheless confirmed the appointment for me on Friday the 20th with Guillaume at 3 p.m. and the other two for 2:45 p.m with other stylists. The Salon (reception?? Guillaume??) removed me from Guillaume's appointment calendar without calling me first to do so. The reason - Guillaume isn't taking any new clients (lucky for all of you who don't need waste your time trying to get in to see him). The other appointments had also been moved around. The girl at reception called to tell me this all this, once the changes had been made; I explained again that I wasn't new and we specifically wanted the appointments at the same time. When I asked her to honor the original appointments, her answer was - too bad. The appointments are gone. They could squeeze me in with Guillaume on Saturday (after the graduation festivities are over...). I could see someone else on Friday, but there was no way to get the three appointments at the same time. When I wrote an email to express my frustration, I did not even get an acknowledgement or a reply. So, I am officially no longer a client of Guillaume's and unless you enjoy being treated terribly, I suggest you don't bother. read more

This "upscale" salon is one of the rudest, most unprofessional, and snobbish in the entire Washington, D.C. area. The first time I went to O Salon for a men's cut my stylist kept me waiting for 20 minutes. My second visit went fine. When I showed up for my third visit at O Salon the receptionists falsely claimed I had cancelled my appointment. In fact, what happened was my stylist was over-scheduled and running late and they "bumped" me from the schedule. I guess my tip of 30% to the stylist last time wasn't enough! I called O Salon to complain and spoke to the owner who gave me same bogus "cancellation" story and told me to take my business elsewhere. That's a great idea and I suggest everyone in the Washington, D.C. area does the same! read more

I went to Soner for years. He is really nice and excellent with color but I didn't like the cuts and switched to a different salon that is better and cheaper to boot! Soner is supposed to be great with curly hair, which I don't have, but he gave me old lady helmet hair pretty frequently. The reason i stopped going though is he stopped caring. I guess he hit the spot where he though "she'll keep on coming and paying my prices no matter what I do" so there is no reason for me to listen, make suggestions, or try anymore. read more

Hands down the WORST salon experience I have ever had- and they charged an arm and a leg. I left the salon with neon orange multi-color hair and my hair has not been the same since. A brief overview of my experience: - I arrived and asked for the stylist to spruce up the color I had on my hair (a dark reddish brown) - When she unveiled my hair after not shampooing it it was a bright orange - I asked her if it was alright not to shampoo it (in 10 years of coloring I had never experienced such a thing). She assured me it would help maintain the color. - After seeing my face (and the faces of the rest of the patrons./stylists) she pulled me into a corner and begged me to pretend to like it so that the other stylists who she said were "bitchy" would not call her boss - I did my best to maintain a smile as she yanked my head around, went into a panic, brought out the color swatch book and tried to wash out the scalp area with a towel, but eventually one of the other stylists called the owner - After THREE hours of trauma the front desk woman (the one saving grace of the entire salon) intervened and told her that her work was done - They did offer me the opportunity to come back in and get it fixed, but not until five days later and after a second round of processing my hair was FRIED - Since I got it processed a month ago my scalp has been blistering from having the dye on for so long - When I came in to get it fixed the salon owner was very apologetic and assured me that such a thing had never happened before. - After all of that, they charged me full price for the haircut!!!! This review certainly doesn't do justice to how horrific my experience was, but I can only hope it prevents people from throwing their money away and ruining their hair! read more

After a disaster at the Aveda Institute (a student gave me thick, awful orange racing stripes on my head when I asked for natural highlights), I called O Salon. I got an appointment with Claudia. The deep concern and concentration on her face let me breathe a sigh of relief because I knew she understood what would be involved in the recovery effort. Not only did she correct the god-awfulness, but she gave me exactly what I asked for: color that looks completely natural, but way better than my natural color. She understood my hair exactly (probably because she's had so much experience Latina-type hair) and is a consummate professional. Great blow-out! Everyone I encountered was friendly and accommodating, especially the assistants who brought me coffee and shampooed me. Definitely going back for my next cut and color. I give this place 4 starts, but it's $$$ as well. As far as parking is concerned... why drive to G-town? read more

I have shoulder-length, wavy hair. Claudia has cut my hair perfectly twice. The first time she fixed a problem caused by a stylist at another salon. The woman who washes hair provides a short, relaxing head massage. read more

Dmitri has been coloring my hair for more than 15 years and I have always been extremely happy with the results. What separates Dmitri from the pack is that he doesn't get stuck in a rut regarding my color. In the summer, he makes my hair lighter and when I return in the fall he tones down the blond highlights to a more subdued color. He is always open to suggestions, but after my first session with him, I just sit back and let him do wonders on my hair. And because I have long, thick hair it takes a while for my cut and color- but I never feel rushed; Dmitri takes the time to get it right. The salon itself is low key and friendly; Guillaume and Soner never fail to greet me when I arrive. read more

Awful experience - Guillaume is very incompetent in coloring despite all his training, cache, and beautiful salon. I ended up with orange hair after three visits to him, of which two to were to fix the original disaster. He left salon twice before seeing the final results, and at the end refused to refund the money. My hair looked so bad that I was embarrassed to go to work and meet colleagues and clients. I had to fly across the country to see my home town colorist to finally bring the hair to the condition where I did not look like a Carrot Top. Avoid him. read more

I've been going to O Salon now for over a year and it is one of the highlights of my life. I am treated like a lady from the minute I walk in. Gillaume is not just an amazing stylist and colorist, he is a charming gentleman that makes you feel at ease immediately and has great conversation. I receive raves about my hair cut and highlights - the strawberry blonde of both my youth and my daughter, and that is hard to achieve. Rosa gives about the best shampoo on this earth, with a lovely scalp massage. I've been to many salons in the DC/Tysons area over the last 25 years and without a doubt, this is the most professional, classy and beautiful salon (without being snooty) I've been to. No showboating, no double booking, no noisy roar. It is not just a place to get your hair done. It is a destination. read more

Soner was highly recommended by a good friend, whose hair looks great. She had also told me he was really nice. Unfortunately, I left there feeling embarrassed that I had dry, thin hair and not feeling particularly attractive. He kept looking over his shoulder when he was cutting my hair, as if he was expecting someone. He tried to make a little conversation, but for the most part seemed pretty bored by the prospect of cutting another middle-aged woman's hair. The cut was decent, the blow dry ok, but my bangs are falling kind of oddly -- will have to see how the cut holds up. I might go back; it is a pretty place, lovely shampoo, and they seem eager -- maybe it was just an off day for him. My friend absolutely raves about him, and her hair does look fabulous. read more

I am a big fan. Have been going to Guillaume at O salon for a number of years now. This is probably the longest that I've been loyal to a stylist or salon. He is great - will be blunt with you if he thinks a style won't work for your face or your hair - but is always excited to change things up. Plus he's very smart, funny, and opinionated so I always enjoy chatting with him. The salon is lovely and chic, and spacious so it never feels frenetic or crowded. All the staff members are friendly. I'm a big fan and I know I'll always have a good experience with Guillaume at O (both cut and color). I get tons of compliments from friends and strangers alike on my haircut (currently a Anne Hathaway-esque short do) and highlights. read more

I am extremely--and I mean EXTREMELY picky--when it comes to hair stylists, and I choose O Salon. If you can afford it, go to O Salon for hair color and cuts. Natural looking highlights are their specialty. read more

Liz did a wonderful job blowing out my hair for the company Christmas party. I called only an hour in advance and they were able to fit me in. Rosa gives a nice scalp massage during the shampoo. read more

4.5 - After living in DC close to two years, I still had not found a stylist I loved. Went here based on a recommendation from a friend and I'm so glad I did. Best blonde highlights I've ever had from Soner, one of the owners. I love the products they use and awesome head massage! It's more than I've ever paid for highlights, but now I"m hooked. Got my next appointment next week and cannot wait! read more

Love this salon with my stylist Dina. She does fantastic work -color and cuts. Salon is lovely with very nice professional touches, relaxing ambience. read more

I just moved into town and needed to "fix" a bad color job and trim my bob. I had an appointment with Aldina, who was very friendly and understood exactly what my issues were with my current hair color. She gave me a very elegant color with very natural looking highlights. She did cut my hair shorter than I prefer, but the style is what I wanted there is no denying that it is well done. The reviews for O Salon often cite the tremendous shampoos and head massages. That shampoo did not disappoint. Overall, I left happy. What did not impress me about the salon was the fact that at least one of the owners looked me over several times but never smiled, acknowledged me or said hello. The salon was not crowded and an owner at an upscale salon should always have a smile and a kind word for a client. That little courtesy makes a difference in deciding whether I "might" return or "will definitely" return. Ultimately, I decided not to return and will try another salon for color and styling. read more

Five years ago, Guillaume saved me from flat, lifeless hair color and I've never looked back. I agree with another post that says her stylist never gets in a color rut.... Guillaume will change my highlights to reflect the seasons (I prefer my hair to look natural) and always gets it just right. Lots of people get compliments the week after fresh highlights (to be expected), but how many get compliments six weeks later? I do - thanks to Guillaume! read more

I spent most of my adult life flitting from one hair stylist to another. Then came Dmitri, who has been coloring and cutting my hair for more than a decade. I used to go to him at another DC salon, which was chaotic and where he was terribly stressed. But I stuck with him and he ended up moving to O Salon, a quieter, more efficient establishment more to my liking and,I daresay, to Dmitri's. His color work is exceptional and his cutting very accomplished. Dmitri is an old-school gentleman who treats his clients with unfailing respect -- though I have been told that when people push him too far he let's it rip. It's strange to read an earlier reviewer write that the salon is rude and snobbish because I have never seen anything but impeccable behavior at the salon. Maybe that was written by a rival salon? I only know what I know and that's that this salon is really professional. read more

I've been going to O since I got a coupon about a year ago. I changed from another G'tn shop and haven't looked back. Claudia is great and yesterday the shampoo person gave me the best shampoo I think I've ever gotten. A great combo and highly recommended. read more

After my hairdresser for 18 years decided to move back to Japan, I spent 3 years trying to find someone that I trusted with my hair with no success. Then while working in Georgetown, I stumbled on O Salon and Claudia. I have never been disappointed. The salon is great, the service is great, scheduling is easy and Claudia is amazing. Since I have been so happy with the salon, I also decided to have them do my color. The INOA treatment was great. The color is perfect and looks natural, my hair is so much healthier than with the traditional ammonia treatment. read more

I have been going to O salon for close to 5 years. Claudia has been doing my color and cuts and is incredible. I am leaving DC to move to Boston and the worst thing is that I have to find someone who can make me look as good as she does!. I have color every 4 weeks, cut every other appointment and highlights intermittently. She did annual Keratin treatments which rescued me from the DC summer frizz. Claudia is both skilled and efficient. My hair always looks wonderful....you know it does when people ask where you get it done! read more

I've been going to O Salon since I moved to DC in 2009 and I love it there! Claudia is my stylist and makes me look fantastic every time! Whether my hair is super short or I've decided to grow it out, Claudia knows exactly what shape and style will look great on me! Highly recommend O Salon! read more

I recently had my hair cut at O salon and I have to say that it may have been one of the worst hair cuts I've even gotten. I had extremely long hair and, while I expressed my anxieties to my stylist about getting any significant length cut off, I did explain that it just needed to be tidied up. Well, turns out that 8 inches somehow equates to a "tidy-up". So not only is my hair terribly short, it is also uneven by approximately one inch. The left side is significantly shorter than the right and it just looks ridiculous. To add to the list of grievances, there was also zero weight taken out of my hair (seeing as it is rather wavy and very thick, it always needs to be thinned out, especially towards the end, which I of course requested and stated multiple times). That evidently did not happen, so now I am left with a blunt, overly weighty, single layered, lopsided haircut that is about 5 inches shorter than I had requested. Granted, I do have high standards for my hair and for hair salons in general but for $100 dollars, at the very least the hair should be even on each side! I never write scathing reviews but I feel this salon honestly deserved it - definitely avoid O salon. read more