Campbell, CA.

Vain A Salon

User Reviews of Vain A Salon

Yelp.com Review - by Edward M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I don't know Bobby, but I know his results. A
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa Ann P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm not sure what I really expected, but I couldn't have been more pleased. You see I never had very good salon hair experiences in the past, due to that and financial reasons, I gave in to trimming...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Fouzhan Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. Following a catastrophic hair calamity at age 18, I was introduced to a young hair aficionado at a small salon on the East side. This guy completely transformed my mane from shameful to seriously...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sheena L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Oh Bobby, I miss you. You are as good as it gets. New York is great and all, but my hair kind of sucks these days.
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Update: Usually us females spend the first quarter of our lives fighting against our hair (i.e., straight perming, curling, flat ironing...etc.). Before there was Bobby there were an endless string of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Angelica G.

5.0 of 5 stars. BOBBY = THE BEST. I started coming here in April '08 after reading all of Bobby's Yelp reviews and it was the best decision I made for my hair! Bobby and his staff are so easy to get along...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvonne C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Still loving Vain! I have gotten so many compliments on my new cut and highlights! Bobby continues to make me look fabulous! Now my whole family looks fabulous because of Vain! Because of Bobby- my...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Oakley L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I forgot to mention... they are total dog lovers! For the last few visits, I'll bring my dog in (after my hair is done), and he just hangs out for a bit while I pay, chit chat, say good bye, etc....
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Carole G.

5.0 of 5 stars. I *heart* my new Vain hair! But that's nothing new. Coming here feeds my soul and I get the perfect hairstyle every time. It's one Bobby creates for me and my hair. It's not a copy of someone else's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kris M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I am so thrilled that I got an appointment to see Bobby and can now call Vain my new salon. Bobby is amazing and he did a fabulous job on my color and cut. I couldn't be happier with my hair! My...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by The M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Please Note: This review is based on *appointment setting only* as well...So... I've attempted to make an appointment here on a few occasions based on all the amazing yelp reviews... BUT every time...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Quynh L.

2.0 of 5 stars. I haven't made it here yet..but very excited to go this Saturday!!! I'm looking for a new hairdresser so this was recommended by a friend and all yee yelpers out there seem to love it as well. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard G.

5.0 of 5 stars. ok boys and girls repeat after me!Bobby! Bobby!He's our man!If he can't do it, no one can!!!!!Yeaaahhhh Boobbbbbyyyy!!!!!!!!!P.S. Bobby sorry for not giving you the cd! i will bring some to you nex...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by M M.

5.0 of 5 stars. just wanted to comment on that asian dude... i am an asian guy.. my hair sucks and grows like a friggin porcupine. but i am pretty picky about the way i want bobby to cut my hair, i tell him exactly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by C K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I HAD to update after reading a review that I totally disagree with. First off, why would you go to someone that you had no previous experience with for important pictures or right before an important...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Casey N.

5.0 of 5 stars. My oldest daughter has been going to Bobby for haircuts and color for years (before he opened VAIN). My youngest daughter and her boyfriend have been going to Bobby for the past few years. I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shot G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Love Bobby, Love the staff here too! Great cut and color. Fun times.
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bertina N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bobby and his crew are absolutely FABULOUS in every way. Bobby is a great person, and so skilled. And he and his delightful crew [Tina, Danielle, Sara] are all very helpful and fun to talk to. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by sam w.

5.0 of 5 stars. Listen...I am a guyand I never really cared about hair cuts until i grew my hair outand now that its shoulder length i can tell what a good hair cut isBobby is a chill guy and easy to talk tojust a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I feel so lucky that I have a space with Bobby at Vain. I'm so glad I stuck it out on the waiting list and now I have my coveted spot . I LOVE MY HAIR NOW. I used to hate my hair, but now I would be...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nancy C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Here is a long overdue review for my experiences at Vain. I have been coming to Bobby since the beginning of the year and his skills and personality continue to impress me with each visit. He really...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love Vain, love Bobby, and love the ideology (will tell you what looks good, what to try, and what to avoid). The direct honesty and remarkable haircuts will keep me coming back for more.
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Allegra I.

5.0 of 5 stars. I still feel super special and privileged because I go to Vain. Seriously people I waited the month to get in my first time and I'm so happy I did. I LOVE THIS PLACE. I'm happy when I walk in and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tamara N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love 'em all! This salon is filled with the greatest people who are all so fun. I take two teenagers there who have very different styles. Their hair always comes out just the way the like it! And...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristine B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I know, I lag. This review is so long overdue it's embarrassing. I have been going to Vain for quite some time now and I just have to say I love it. If Bobby ever goes insane and has to be locked away...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Esa J.

5.0 of 5 stars. I can't add much that hasn't already been said but I love Vain! Bobby asks a lot of questions about your hair, products you use and what kind of style you want. He gives honest feedback about what...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Squeedle C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been to Vain about 4 times now and honestly, I have literally never had so many compliments on my haircut, ever. It's almost ridiculous. It took about 3 cuts to get it to where I wanted it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by bobby jo n.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok...It's been months that I should have written a review for my haircut with Bobby. Shame on me. 1st off I would like to say Bobby you should go on Shear Genius. You may hate that show but I think...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shonna G.

5.0 of 5 stars. You've made it past what has been thrown at you on Fear Factor and have approached the "what they call food" round. You're thinking that with all you have accomplished so far, there is no way in hell...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina H.

5.0 of 5 stars. So I've been here a couple more times now, and had a lot of bang trims in between...still awesome! I love my hair!
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracey Lee D.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been going to VAIN religiously every six weeks for the last year. I still totally love my hair cut and color every time. Bobby, Sara and Tina are all still fantastic. Really, VAIN totally...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny P.

4.0 of 5 stars. It seems like everyone is either completely in love with Vain or completely hates it (mostly because they can't get an appointment). I'm slightly more in the middle. I've had a great experience...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by tania c.

5.0 of 5 stars. longer review will come later, but just want to say:i'm glad i found bobby. i've lived in the south bay for over 20 and never had a good stylist until i found bobby. he listens to your life story and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Wendi S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Decades ago, I had long, thick, fine textured, wavy/curly gorgeous hair, and took it for granted. Now that I am 56, my hair has gotten thinner, and the grey hair has gotten coarser, and I felt deep...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Adam H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Frankly, I am shocked that people have reviewed this establishment based upon the fact that it has a substantial wait period, and not for it's actual services. I don't give Fall one star because I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brett B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bobby does an amazing job cutting here. My hair has always turned out great after leaving Vain.Be sure and call ahead as the schedule is always very booked. They really care for their customers and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Isabelle C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bobby and his wife were very friendly, and funny! I love Bobby's sense of humor, oh and I LOVED MY HAIRCUT! At first I was kinda iffy about it because he was done cutting my hair in about 10 mins, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cristina C.

1.0 of 5 stars. Personally, this place is not as fantastic as people make it out to be...I made an appointment 2 MONTHS ago just to SEE Bobby. What a joke that was, it literally took 5 minutes for him to tell me he...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan A.

1.0 of 5 stars. Well, I hate to do this, but I have to second the opinion of a couple of others who have reviewed this salon. First, it was really annoying having to leave a message in order to make an appointment....
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by S E.

1.0 of 5 stars. Review based on setting up an appointmentI called to make an appointment with Bobby. I left a message (-1 star) and did receive a call back ( 2 stars) the same day. Was told that there were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jackie C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I think i found the hair god, with the goddess assistant!!! :) OK so I finally got in to see Mr. Bobby at his cute salon in Campbell, which is totally easy to find if you have some sort of common...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joseph P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've always had hair problems, you know the typical Asian bowl/mushroom hair. Bobby pretty much fixed that. The experience was pretty entertaining with Bobby talking most of the time. Sorry Bobby,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Princess M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Original Post Feb 2008: Okay, I've been living in the Bay area since '04, vainly looking for a salon/stylist to replace my beloved Robert Cromean Salon in San Diego, but I think I've finally found it....
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsi H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have followed Bobby from the last 3 salons and I hope he doesn't move anymore! He always knows what to do and what looks great on people. Amazing service. I ALWAYS leave feeling fabulous. Always...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by diana r.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bobby is the best! I have been going to him for 4 years. It all started when I went to an Asian place and they ruined my hair. I had never been so frustrated with my hair before (to the point where...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaime W.

5.0 of 5 stars. In one word...FABULOUS! Love the salon, love the girls, and most of all love Bobby! He has me laughing the entire time. I adore his personality! I moved up here from Orange County and dreaded the new...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bobby rocked my world. Most gorgeous color I have ever had. He exceeded all my expectations. My first visit to Vain was 3 weeks before my wedding. The last lady to cut my hair, though she was awesome,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by joanne f.

1.0 of 5 stars. Well, don't know what to tell you. Maybe that place is good for present clients, but not for new ones. When I called the receptionist was so rude and acting so unprofessionally like she has no clue...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Phil L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I think this review is way, way, way overdue. I've been going here since October (every 3 weeks!) and Bobbo (or his real name Bobby) has always been awesome. His team (okay family) at the salon is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Misa K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been going to the same stylist for over 20 years and needed a change. I looked towards yelp and found one. Bobby at Vain. I went during my lunch and told him to do anything he wanted to....
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Bobby has been my hairstylist for over 3 years now and I can't be happier! I spent 6 years looking for a new hairstylist after my previous one moved out of state. Bobby was the first one I found...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went to Bobby for the first time a couple of weeks ago based on the recommendation from a friend and he was well worth the wait! I love my new hair cut. Both he and his sister are so very friendly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allie L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Unfortunately, my experience at Vain wasn't as inspiring as everyone else's on here.. sigh. so, as everyone else on here, i decided to go to Bobby's based on the glowing reviews. Bobby, his wife, and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been calling Bobby my stylist for about 2 years now and he is phenomenal! I started seeing him when he was at Rage and quickly followed him to his new salon and never looked back. My hair is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ali F.

5.0 of 5 stars. Getting your hair cut by someone you've never been to is terrifying, especially when you have curly hair. It was in that spirit of abject fear that I selected Vain after reading a lot of reviews on...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Shannon P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love at first cut. Not a place you would find driving by it, since it's hidden behind Casa Lupe, but SO worth the search. I have had miserable experiences with my bangs -- we have a love/hate...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mary M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Like other reviewers I used Yelp to direct me to the next chapter in my book of Hair. The reviews for Vain are fantastic and thanks to you Yelpers I have beautiful hair. No, not that yucky hair in the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Leilani A.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've only been to Bobby once, and only because I haven't had any time to go back. I promise I'll be back though!!Anyway, aside from being incredibly nice (along with his wife and sister), he did an...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle C.

5.0 of 5 stars. so. .. . .. I was reading the reviews about Bobby and Sara, and Tina and was very interested in reading the displeasure that some people had, which to me is simply appalling.1. They might not return...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by mitra s.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Bobby and it's about time he got his own going on. He never fails to make me happy and he'll even fit me in if I'm desperate. I've had both long and short hair with him as well as colors and he...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by M K.

1.0 of 5 stars. I haven't actually been to this salon, but I'm writing this review based solely on the customer service I've received in simply TRYING to make an appt. I've been trying for 2 days to call this salon,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've had my hair done by Bobby twice, once while he was at Rage, and once, two weeks ago, at Vain. Both times I went for a reddish-orange-blonde similar to the character Leeloo from The Fifth...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine G.

5.0 of 5 stars. I made an appointment with Bobby based on his many excellent Yelp reviews... He did NOT disappoint.He took the time to ask me questions about the products I use and how much time I was willing to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by kathleen c.

5.0 of 5 stars. i, too, found bobby on yelp, and i totally don't regret it. the interior design is funky and fun, and very comfortable. they have candy at the front desk and magazines to keep you occupied while you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Monica V.

5.0 of 5 stars. I visited Bobby last week for the first time. I hadn't cut my hair in over a year. It was super long (waist length) and very dead looking. I have usually visited salons that are kinda crappy so this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah P.

5.0 of 5 stars. One word sums up my experience at Vain - "wow"Bobby is an amazing hair stylist and I always walk away feeling gorgeous. His sister and wife also work in his shop (assisting Bobby) and they along with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rhiannon B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Being a newly addicted yelp member I am excited to try all the wonderful places recommended. With this being said I am still nervous when it comes to Salons. I have been to many salons all with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by S B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Based on all these positive reviews, I went in for a haircut with Bobby. I had let my short haircut grow out for way too long! It was bordering a little too close to mullet for my liking... so, I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Judy R.

5.0 of 5 stars. I just read Colleen's review. Very well written. Somehow, I keep running into your reviews,Colleen. I've actually been going to Lady Du Jour for about a year. (A recommendation from my friend and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Donna Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is a great place to go. I wanted a new look and Bobby made great recommendations! So far everyone LOVES the hair. Thanks Bobby for everything and making me feel comfortable! Would definitely go...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by glenda b.

5.0 of 5 stars. Found this salon on Yelp...and all the reviews were 5 stars. What does this tell me? That this is the salon is the bees nees!! Bobby and his wife Sara are a busy busy couple and both did a fantastic...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by S G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Im 7 months pregnant and I feel yucky all the time! Bad, borning, heavy hair always in a bun was just adding to my discontent. So, I looked for a salon on Yelp with good reviews and I called Vain for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by jasmine s.

5.0 of 5 stars. I waited a month for my appointment with Bobby.It was so worth it! Loved everything from the salon to the conversations. I showed him pictures, he asked some questions, and we were totally on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jamie S.

5.0 of 5 stars. OH MY GAWD...WOW...Was the reaction I got at work today after I went to see Bobby yesterday. It was my first time there, and I specifically chose to visit Bobby thanks to all of you Yelpers!Before...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Stacy S.

5.0 of 5 stars. EDIT #2 10/13/07: I have the greatest hair ever, AGAIN, by bobby. he always empowers me to reinvent myself. like madonna, only sassier. EDIT: Whoever gives vain less than 5 stars needs to be shot. So...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Danielle E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Reasons I love Vain, in no particular order:1. Bobby is a hair genius!2. Tina and Sara are better at washing hair than I ever thought possible.3. Bobby knows I am obsessed with T3 so whenever they...
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Yelp.com Review - by Maritel C.

5.0 of 5 stars. **UPDATE** Aug 15, 2007Just came back from my reshape with Bobby, who kindly offered to fix my cut after reading my 3 star review of Liz, and I am ecstatic! It couldn't have been better! It is...
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Yelp.com Review - by Nar Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. so, i signed up for Yelp for the sole purpose of giving Bobby and Vain a review that they deserve. i got a cut at this place 6 weeks ago and the cut is still going strong. i am going in for round 2 on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Syl B.

5.0 of 5 stars. If your looking for a new stylist, please make an appointment at Vain. Bobby is awesome!
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ultimate Body P.

5.0 of 5 stars. My best friend and business partner Angie referred me to Bobby, and I have to tell you - He is Amazing. Bobby cares about his clients, he certainly took great care of me (and by that I mean my hair -...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Let me start off by saying I am really picky! I have been seeing Bobby for a while now and every time I walk out of there I feel like a SUPER MODEL!! He makes my big Jewish frizzy curly hair...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Maggie G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Based on reviews I read on YELP, I had my hair done by Bobby at Vain. Well, I had all my worries disappear. Bobby is a Guru God with color, cut , and styling!!! WOW!! No brassy blonds, no weird...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went to see Bobby at Vain and was blown away by the great cut he gave me. I had asked my previous hair dresser for the same style and I never got what I wanted; I told Bobby what I wanted and he did...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bobby U.

5.0 of 5 stars. vain rules! I should Know, I own it.*Update *4/14/08VAIN still rules and I still own it. Here are a few of my thoughts after a year of living the VAIN life.This has been a remarkable year for all of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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