Pony Studios Co 4834 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609

"I wanted an asymmetrical and textured cut to fit with my partly curly, partly wavy hair with a couple cowlicks complicating my head, and Alessia delivered so well! I highly recommend her! She made me feel like she got what I wanted and what I was afraid of, and made recommendations that resonated. It’s the first time my hair seemed to love the cut instantly without going through a couple weeks of shock, like usually happens. I’m so grateful!"

"This was my first time at Pony and it didn’t disappoint. First, the appointment process was fairly easy once I figured out who I wanted to see for my cut. Debi did an amazing job with my cut. She was also really great to chat with throughout the process. I appreciate the tips that she gave to maintain my hair! What I also appreciate is knowing I have two weeks to make any adjustments. The check in process was easy and the studio is really beautiful l. I love how much light and space there is."

"I’ve seen a couple of stylists at Pony and I currently see Alex, who is awesome!! I have super curly, course hair and my cuts always turn out awesome and grow out well. On my last visit I decided to chop off 8ish inches to shoulder length, which is the shortest my hair has been in my adult life, and it looks GREAT! I never thought I could rock a cut this short with my hair type but I’m obsessed! Alex is so talented :) Plus the studio has great vibes, is very queer, and everyone I’ve met is lovely. Worth the cost for sure!"

"I've had nothing but great experiences at Pony. I had my first professional cut done as a model during their classes. I loved the haircut so much that I've continued to model and pay for cuts as I need. I went to "L" on my last visit and she was super gentle and gave much such a great refresh on my thick, wavy hair. I have always been self conscious about salons not knowing how to work with my hair type and I have never had an issue here with my coarse, thick texture. Highly recommend giving them a visit!"

"This was my very first time visiting Pony after years of knowing about it, and knowing so many people that go. I chose to go to L, who is considered a junior hair dresser. I’m shocked she isn’t a full time stylist because the work she did was phenomenal! The consultation was very clear and concise. She listened to all my concerns and ideas and executed them even better than I imagined. I usually am prepared for the stylist to style my hair in a way I would never wear, but she did it exactly how I like to wear it, but even better. I’m so happy to have found a new hair stylist and will definitely be going back. I literally never leave reviews for things, but my experience was so great that I had to share."