Blades Hair Studio

10/23/09

Want to do it their way

by Crab Lover

No hairdresser is perfect, I used to think David was as close as it got. But as talented as he is he has forgotten that what the client wants is what is important. He just wants to do the same haircut over and over. He doesn't listen anymore. I think he is tired of doing hair. I understand but it is disappointing.

• Pros: Good haircut
• Cons: Does not want direction from client

Response from this business

dtwohawks– November 03, 2009 at 10:13:42 PST

Crab Lover,

Thank you for your comments. After 22 years I am still passionate about my craft and it

's very important to me to receive a "heads up" because I'm not always aware. Thank you again for for the feedback. I will take it to heart.

David Two Hawks

Blades Hair Studio

08/21/09

A+ Atmosphere & People! Couldn't Ask For More

by missc007

I originally found this salon through a friend back in June when I needed a hair makeover. Lots of different colors that needed to be redone and after calling to make my appointment I saw Gina. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel right at home! Everyone is relaxed and the salon is not the least bit pretentious, and my color is amazing. Gina always listens to what I want and makes really awesome suggestions so that I end up with perfect hair every time. I highly recommend!!

• Pros: Great color, cuts & people
• Cons: None

07/20/09

Get your hair done @ Blades Hair Studio!!

by enve

I broke up with my hair designer a couple of weeks ago after 7 years. I was a little affraid to start anew. A friend of a friend recomended blades hair studio to me, and I am so happy I called for an appointment!! Janet who took my call was ever so nice and she was very concerned about how I would like my hair done. When I arrived, I was welcomed by Janet and the sweetest dog ever, Mable. I got my hair cut/color with Gina, who was constantly asking me if I was comfortable and offered me a coffee refill several times! She also made my hair look sooo Rad!! She asked me about my hair through out the cut which was very nice. Go Gina!! I had a Awesome experience at Blades Hair Studio and I will recomend it to everyone I know! This Salon is very friendly, layed back and lacking snobbery(which I perfer). Try them out. They Rock!

• Pros: Comfortable and friendly

07/09/09

Forward-thinking salon with satisfaction guaranteed!

by RredHott

Where does a person begin in describing why others should go out on a limb, believe a review and trust a stranger with a piece of themselves that reflects who they are...their hair?

Here is my feeble attempt~

First of all, my apologizes to Blades Hair Studio, I should have done this years ago. I must admit that I wasn't sure I wanted to advertise to the world wide web that I had finally found the last hairstylist to ever touch my hair. His skill goes beyond maintaining a highly successful business (in an industry where salons success rate is very minimual) and retaining 90% of his clients. From the thorough life-style interview to analyzing your facial structure, body shape and skin tone, he has already begun processing possibilities and options for the color and cut that would best suit you and your life.

His name is David. He has taken me on a journey through my hair. I have given him my trust and bar-none, the outcome is far better than I could have ever asked of him. I have been platinum blonde, purple, natural blonde with highlights, and deep red (I am sure I missed some). My cuts have always complimented my face whether it was a conservative or edgey.

I am not exagerating when I say, I receive at least one-two compliments on my hair every single day. Some days I actually chuckle because I receive so many. I am thankful I don't have to pay David a percentage on every comment.

Blades Hair Studio is known for their forward-thinking coloring and cutting techniques. Its kind of like when you purchase a shampoo/conditioner duo, they were created for each other. Its the same way with Blades~you really should make the investment in yourself and get both your hair cut and colored with them. The staff is so skilled that David will cut your hair to bring out the color Gaylynn painted on...or Gaylynn will color your hair specifically to show off David's precision cut.

Please know that if you desire to have results such as I have described, it did not happen because I told them what to do or how to cut/color my hair. Would you ever tell your doctor or lawyer how to do their job? We shut up and let them do their job, because they are the experts in their field. My results happened because of the interview process, David's developed and creative eye...and most of all, trust (mostly on my end).

One final item to mention regarding David's knowledge. He also developed his own line of haircare products. Since we invest our time and money in our hair by going this professional, our investment shouldn't stop there. It should continue in how we care for our hair. It will make their results last longer. I have tried EVERY product line out there and nothing works like Blades hair products do. Blades has their own website where you can read up on the salon and their products, order them online and have them shipped to you.

You can also find Blades Hair Studio on Facebook as well. A fact about Blades that sets them even further apart from other salons is that they have a No-tipping policy. They exist mostly on referrals from word of mouth, or reviews (like the one you are reading now).

I truly do hope this has helped you in a small way to make the decision to book an appointment with David and the rest of his staff.

• Pros: No-tipping salon, their own parking lot( get a parking pass)
• Cons: Absolutely none!!

05/12/09

The best haircut I have ever had...Thank you Gaylynn !

by OrygunPam

Gaylynn was my stylist and she is wonderful. I was totally at ease and could tell from the moment I walked in that I would get an excellent haircut. I can't say enough wonderful things about my new hair style. I feel ten years and 4 days younger!

I made another appointment before I walked out the door... pssst, when you make your appointment ask for Gaylynn!

• Pros: Friendly, great cut, cute shop, products
• Cons: None... zilch ....

05/08/09

Its worth the drive into the big city

by Demmos

I made the mistake of not following Gina on her big move from Forest Grove to Blades Hair in Portland . I had someone new cut my hair and in a little over a week later I was on the phone to schedule my appointment with Gina so that she could FIX it.

Gina impressed me the first time I met her by simply taking the time to get to know me and my hair before the scissors came out. She knows style and gives suggestions (her professional opinion) instead of just cutting your hair. She takes her time to make it just right and has never hurried me out of the chair. She's great with kids too; she cuts all of my families hair. Blades is a nice environment also; friendly, casual, and open. I was introduced to the other stylists and their clients as well. Great move Gina......I'd follow you anywhere.

• Pros: Gina is Gina no matter where she is working

04/06/09

So Glad I Found This Place

by NanetteC

We're new to Portland and David was recommended to us. I've never had such a great haircut! He was like an artist at work cutting my hair. The cut lays just right and frames my face perfectly. He absolutely knows what he's doing. Janet does a fabulous job of running the salon, everything was very welcoming and comfortable. Lovely salon.

• Pros: Very Comfortable Atmosphere, Professional, No Tipping Policy
• Cons: ?

09/21/08

Best Salon and worth a drive!

by debbieaprice

I have gone to Blades Hair Studio for approximately 6 years now. I live in Gresham but it SO worth the drive. I will not go anywhere else! David is my stylist and I know that when he is done cutting and styling my hair that it will look fabulous. I actually have people ask me where I get my hair cut..it just happened last night when we were at dinner. If I want to try something new I feel confident that with David's expertise that it will look just as great as my original cut. My daughter has had to have David "fix" several of her color mishaps that she performed on her own hair and one was right before her prom! Again, I would highly recommend Blade Hair Studio. They are Great stylists but great friends too!!!

• Pros: Highly trained, always professional, great atmosphere, friendly stylists
• Cons: Wish the salon was in Gresham :)

09/16/08

Best colorist in town

by shurford

david has been cutting & coloring my hair for years and he is a master! A neighbor ,who is also a hair stylist commented that she couldn't believe my hair was colored. ( i am completely gray when au natural) The atmosphere is casual & relaxed yet professional. Gay Lynn, who is a new addition to blades, has also colored my hair with great results. I can't imagine going anywhere else.

• Pros: parking, no tipping,service
• Cons: none

09/08/08

Feel and look great!

by gerri5

I have been going to David for over 16 years and that speaks for itself! Even my mother comes in from California to see him. I give David creative rein and have never been dissatisfied. I used to think I had to have a perm and now I haven't had one in 12 or so years. I was looking for a color change (too much silver showing) and David chose the right one to change to. I get nothing but compliments! David and his staff care and take pride in their work. My styles have always been easy to manage and that is important when you have to go home and style it yourself. David and his staff are always on top of the styles of today and listen to what you feel would work for you. I walk out of Blades feeling terrific because my hair looks great and so do I. The products they sell are products that they have had a hand in developing so they work just the way they should. Never pressure to buy, but your hair looks and feels great so why would you not? I would and do recommend Blades to everyone I know.

• Pros: Great service and extensive knowledge of hairstyling and color
• Cons: None!