A Private Studio

What a wonderful and friendly studio! I was in town for a wedding and was recommended by my hotel (Whyndam Chelsea) to book a hair appointment here! I am so glad I did! Not only was everyone friendly and inviting but my hair turned out amazing and I had so much fun with John! When I return to NYC I will for sure be back!!! If you are in the area you need to book with them!

I have never liked salons with a huge storefront window where the clients were in chairs on display to everyone passing by on the sidewalk. There are things that the world doesn’t need to see, like a woman with a head full of foils! When I was introduced to A Private Studio over 20 years ago, I loved that it was in a residential building facing the back. They’ve since moved from the UWS to Chelsea, but the feeling remains the same — it really is private, and you can feel comfortable letting your hair down, literally and figuratively.
Laurance is incredibly skillful and helps you make good choices. He’s my guy, but on the occasions he’s been away I’ve seen his associate John and have always been happy with the results. Their assistants also have always been lovely and extremely solicitous.
I’m pretty sure that they’ve never advertised the business — it’s all word of mouth, which contributes to the feeling that you’re a fortunate member of a secret club. It’s a testament to their work that so many clients have been with them for years, and many who move to the suburbs still travel back to the city for their services. Also, many clients marry, have children, and eventually bring their kids in for their haircuts. My two almost-​grown daughters have gotten their cuts here (also, when they were little and performed flower girl duties in several weddings, Laurance and John did adorable fancy up-​dos for them!). A Private Studio is like another family away from the one you have at home.

this place is phenomenal. bottom line.
i have been going to john for a decade now and have been spoiled rotten by his talent and a private studio’s all around touch and service. no other salon (even in this city) could compare to the genuine, exquisitely styled and warm experience you get here every single time.
run to this place. really. RUN.

I’ve been going to John H at a Private Studio for 15 years. Even moving to Chicago 8 years ago hasn’t keep me away. Yes, I tried to find someone in Chicago as good as John to cut my hair, but after a few years away and dozens of attempts with stylists in Chicago, I’ve returned. I figured it was easier for me to justify a quick trip to NY every few months, than to suffer through one more bad hair cut.
The salon itself is warm and inviting, more like being in someones living room than being in an impersonal salon environment. John, Lawrence and their team are warm, friendly, and fabulous. You’ll never want to go anywhere else after spending a few hours at a Private Studio!

John H has been styling my hair for over 12 years. I am a professional speaker and my appearance is so important. John has kept my style beautiful and up to date, making me always feel comfortable in front of groups.
All the other reviews regarding the atmosphere in the studio are quite accurate — it is a warm and welcoming environment where I feel wonderfully pampered. John has become my friend and I look forward to my appointments.

This salon provides the quintessential salon expereince — with incredibly talented and friendly, personable stylists and staff. The environment is lovely and warm with thoughful personal touches peppered throughout your time there. Each and every time I am there I have met friendly interesting clients which only adds to fantastic conversation and a wonderful warm, fun yet relaxing experience. I have searched long and hard for talented stylists who are highly sklilled while on on top of great style and product perforrmance and have FINALLY found them at A Private Studio!!!

Thrilled!
I visited A Private Studio upon the recommendation of a friend and I couldn’t be happier that I took her advice! From the lovely, relaxed setting and the genuine feeling I had of being «home» the moment I walked in the door to how wonderfully my hair came out, I LOVED everything about the experience! John (who cut my hair) and Laurance (who was cutting and coloring another client’s hair) are delightful men who had us both laughing out loud while they created gorgeous hair. It felt like an hour with friends. Two thumbs up!

I discovered a private studio through a friend, and boy am I glad! Intimate, private setting, good conversation, great cut. And if you’re looking for color, theirs is amazing, natural. Definitely check out a Private Studio.