Paul Andrew
Sunday- Tuesday and Thursday
Call the Salon to book an appointment
650-347-1202
SEE “Cancellation Policy”, “10 min. Grace Period” and “Between Appointment Service” Policies at Bottom of Page.
Paul Andrew is glad to be back at Plum Studios after working at Vidal Sassoon, San Francisco for 2 years. He is looking forward to bringing some of that edgier style to the Peninsula. While Paul loves to do the fun creative work he finds even more satisfaction with the classic Sassoon philosophy. He works along with Lang as a cut and color team so you are ensured a fantastic and comprehensive new style.
While Paul’s true love is doing hair he is a hobbyist at heart. He enjoys fishing, working out, mixed martial arts, spending time with his family and friends and is an avid movie lover. Just ask him his pick of the week and I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. I’m sure there will be never be a dull moment entailing in an enjoyable conversation due to his outgoing and charismatic personality.
CASH/CHECK PAYMENT PLEASE
Price List is general. It reflects time, cost and specialty.
Long hair or extra thick hair may increase your pricing.
Prices Subject to change and include “Simple Styling”.
Add $25 for an extra 30minutes for”Advance Styling”.
“+” below, refers to “increase pricing maybe necessary”.
SERVICE LIST
Advance Blow Drying (30min) $45
Women’s Cut (60 min) $75+
Men’s Cut (1hr) $60+
Hair Color Enhancer Upgrade $30+
Keratin Hair Smoother $240- $290- $340+
Plum Studios’s On-Line Schedulers is here for your convenience 24/7. However, if you find difficulty being accommodate at your desired time please call salon for personalize assistance. For last minute Sunday appointments (receptionist not available on Sundays) Please call Paul DIRECT 650-219-4786.
24 hour Cancellation Policy is Required:
Due to managing his business “by appointment” and the time needed to find your appointment replacement, Paul enforces a 24 Hour Cancellation Policy, to avoid full charge for appointment.
Tardiness Policy: “10 Minute Grace Period“
Starting with your consultation and ending with Styling tips; Paul needs to sink into your appointment without the distract of time, to give you value on every visit. Please plan to be early to ensure your “Hair Experience” with Paul. Being 10 minutes or more late may terminate your appointment.
Price Freeze for 2012 and “Between Cut” Service Update.
Paul is proud to announce there will be no service rate increase through 2012. However, Paul will no longer be able to offer his “Between Cut” services.
7-13-10 I just got my HAIR DID, and I love it!
Fantastic job and big hugs for Lang and Paul! I went to Lang a few months back for a wave treatment and left the salon feeling and looking great. A few days later, I went to Paul for a quick trim to ensure more body and bounce to my waves since my hair was fairly long and *ahem* quite gnarly on the ends.
Fast forward a few months later and now I’m back for a proper haircut from people I can TRUST. It was time for a change and something more sophisticated so Paul gave me a beautiful cut with amazing “swooshy” fringe like the people you see on facebook when you secretly stalk them because they always looks so pretty… anyway- a little off topic…
Overall, I absolutely love to get pampered at Plum Studios- especially with Paul and Lang. Everyone else is super nice and accommodating- there is also a lot of things to do/eat around the salon too so you can make a day out of it and get pampered and then go for a nice lunch around the area. With the sun almost always shining… why not?!
yelp8-6-10-I went in to get trimmed up and got the best service from Paul. The man is a styling genius. He definitely takes the time to style your hair to your exact specifications and if you are indecisive about what you want, he will help guide on what would look good. He even taught me how to deal with this ridiculous cowlick (?) On the back of my head. Thanks Paul.
9-22-10-Just received an *excellent* cut from Paul! I’m extremely happy with the results. He listened to what I wanted and made it happen. I have long straight hair but he also specializes in curly hair. I highly recommend him.
If he moves…I’ll follow him like a hair stalker.
11-8-10-I’ve been meaning to update my review with Lang and Paul. I had another appt at the end of September and once again I walked away a HAPPY Client. I always look forward to seeing them. I think it’s important for people to update their reviews for their hair dresser, manicurist, etc every so often so new potential clients will know that the service being offered does not deteriorate over time but instead remains consistent but in this case with Lang and Paul it only gets better and better
yelp12-3-10-I go see Paul Andrew for cut and Liang for color. They’re a great duo. Every time I’ve been to see them (for about 2 years now), they nail it. Perfect every time.
I have long-ish hair for a guy so I let them get creative with what they want to do. My favorite thing to do is walk in and say, “do whatever you want.” and see what they come up with. I’ve loved it every time. They’re super talented.
I wouldn’t drive all the way from Oakland for no reason. Their talent on my hair is worth the drive. I can 100% recommend them to anyone.
12-26-10-I moved up to the Bay Area from L.A. several months ago and have tried a few hair-cutting places that were pretty good, but not great. Then, through my wife, I discovered Plum Studios. Paul, who is a co-owner, has cut my hair twice now, and they are the two best haircuts I’ve ever had. He really has a passion for his work, and it shows in the outcome. I can’t say enough about how great the whole experience is. No awkwardness or forced conversation. (Paul’s a cool guy.) And I leave the salon feeling really, really good about the way I look, which is what getting a haircut is supposed to be about
yelp12-30-10-I have been seeing Lang and Paul for over a year now, and I don’t intend on leaving them anytime in the near future… actually, probably never for as long as they’ll have me.
I always walk away feeling like a million bucks, and really enjoy leaving their magical presence with an updated cut or a different color. With Lang and Paul’s help, I have officially achieved my long-time goal of having hair that compliments & reflects my inner fashionista, and hair that is just effortless
12-30-10-After having the same hair dresser for 25 years I got a bug to change up my style. My search was methodical and led me to Paul and Lang.
I can’t lie, I was really nervous for the first appointment but they made me feel really comfortable,meeting my needs and professionally tweeking
them. Lang started by coloring my hair. Weaving her color magic. Paul finished with an insane haircut. Short and sexy. I’m tired of the compliments. Ha. Check them out.
yelp1-10-11-Thank you Yelpers!!!
I have been looking for a new Colorist/Stylist…I got 2 for one! Went to Lang & Paul for the first visit today, I will be back.
Lang did an AMAZING job with the color, and I so appreciate that she spoke up about what I thought would look good, vs what she thought would look good. She’s the expert, and she proved it.
Paul did a great cut. My hair looks great! Seriously took what I verbalized and made it real.
yelp1-10-11-I’ve had the same stylist for over 15 years, but decided to go and see Lang to have my color done. I wanted something fun, vibrant, and different. I had seen some of her color jobs and instantly wanted her to do my color. When I went to see her for the first time (I’ve since been back twice), we talked about what I wanted to do, and she gave me some really good points on where the color should go and how it would look later on down the road (which is really important to me…longevity) Once we agreed on how the look was going to be, before we got started, I was offered a beverage (who doesn’t like a glass of wine while getting their hair done!?) and immediately felt comfortable in a new salon. The first time with the bleaching/coloring, it didnt come out as bright as I had hoped, but I went back a few months later and we did it again. The results were amazing! We had achieved the look I had in my head 100%. Subtle blue bangs and the tips of my hair looked dipped in blue ink. I LOVED IT! Again, very comfortable. I went back for a 3rd time in September 2010 and we did more color. It is still looking good, after 4 months. I normally do my own color, but I’m so happy with what Lang does I don’t think I want to do it myself anymore. I would highly recommend Lang for color. She’s amazing. Thank you for giving me fabulous hair!
* Teresa D.
* Daly City, CA
4/6/2011
First time at Plum studio. I’ve been going to structure’s hair design for over 12 years. Looking for a new stylist and with the help of yelp and all the great reviews…had to see it for myself. I got the Japanese straightening done by Lang and she did a fantastic job! She offered me a glass of red wine and made me feel at home. -now what salon does that?! I’m going back in two weeks to see Paul for a haircut and I can’t wait for him to work his magic on my hair!
* Dana L.
* Burlingame, CA
Update – 4/7/2011
Just went back to finish the bleaching project – it looks awesome!!! What can I say? Paul and Lang are fantastic!
* Sabrina O.
* San Mateo, CA
Update – 4/22/2011
SEX GODDESS! That is what Paul and Lang turned me into according to the hubby’s commentary. Went back for a trim, color, and style… all I can say is F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S! Lang and Paul truly do have magic hands and know how to work them well. As an added bonus they both are the most personable stylists ever, not to mention they know what works with clients’ facial structures.
If you haven’t gone to see Paul and Lang, GO (and thank me later)!
* Nika K.
* San Bruno, CA
5/15/2011
I found Paul through yelp reviews over two years ago, and this review is so long over due. He is the BESSSTTTT! I went to him after a haircut I got recently that I wasn’t satisfied with, and Paul completely revamped my hair and gave me the cut and style I was looking for. For his price, it’s definitely worth it. His lady Lang does the hair coloring, and she did it for me once and it turned out great.
He was also the guy to cut off my super long 11 inches of hair that I’ve had for literally my entire life when I decided to change things up and donated to locks for love.
Go to Paul! He’s super chill, easy to talk to, and listens to your needs. You won’t be disappointed!
* Dale G.
* Mountain View, C
5/15/2011
Paul is to cutting hair as Hank Rearden is to forging steel.
* Melissa F.
* San Mateo, CA
Update – 5/24/2011
I followed my stylist from Plum Studios to her new salon, but now a little over two years later, I decided I needed a change. I returned to Plum, this time to see Paul and Lang. They are every bit as talented and personable as other reviewers have suggested. Paul cleaned up my grown-out pixie cut into a sharp ‘do. He showed me new techniques for drying and styling, suggested (put didn’t push) products, and styled my hair in a hip, age-appropriate style. I really appreciated that Paul had lots of ideas for me when I told him I knew more about what I didn’t want than what I wanted, and that I was ambivalent about staying short or growing longer. He’s exactly what I’ve been looking for in a stylist — someone talented and experienced, but also creative and edgy. His fun and open personality just added to the positive experience.
I initially just went to Lang for a color consultation before my cut, but she wound up squeezing me in for a quick toner application to an unhappy dye job I received the week before. Problem color solved in fifteen minutes! She also talked to me about my very light blonde brows, ultimately suggesting that I darken them a couple of shades to bring more attention to my eyes. I went for her suggestion and let her dye my brows. I was extremely happy with the result. Thanks, Lang and Paul, for helping me get my sexy back!
* Shauna B.
* Burlingame, CA
5/31/2011
I absolutely LOVE my hair! Thank you, PAUL! You’ve got yourself a regular…
* Bea B.
* Palo Alto, CA
5/31/2011
Having lived in the Bay Area for over 10 years, I feel like I finally found a local hair stylist I like and trust. My family lives in Seattle and for the past 10 years I’ve been reserving my bi-annual hair cuts to my Seattle visits….its just so hard to find a good stylist you trust. After reading tons of glowing reviews for Paul, I decided to give it a try and got a hair cut from him yesterday.
I think I found my local hair stylist finally! Paul was attentive and suggested different looks for my face shape and what I was going for. He didn’t push me hard on products and took the time to show me how I should style my hair to achieve that “fresh out of the salon” look on my own. He knew that I was low maintenance so he showed me some great shortcuts to achieve a great look quickly. I really appreciated his tips and will definitely be going back!
This was my first visit so I’ll have to come back after my second and third visit to see if I get the same awesome hair cut.
By the way, as an Asian woman, I really appreciated his knowledge specific to my courser texture. He layered my hair beautifully! And gave me some great bangs to boot!
* Meridian T.
* San Mateo, CA
6/23/2011
Lang and Paul are amazing!! You have to go see them!!
I was in misery with my hair before. I went from salon to salon and never got good results I ended up with orangey bronzey hair instead of blonde highlights most of the time. If it wasn’t that there was always something else that would go wrong.
Lang and Paul talk about what you want and they give you recommendations. They also talk about your daily hair routine and give suggestions on how to make it easier and your hair healthier. They recommend products but don’t push you into buying any of theirs.
They also offer drinks wine, coffee, etc.
My meter outside was almost out of time so Lang walked down a few buildings and put more quarters in for me! They are very considerate and nice!!!! If I ever move away I think I would make a special trip just to get my hair done here. lol
It was well worth the price!!!!!
Vannessa B.
* Santa Clara, CA
7/20/2011
Yaaaaay, this is the first salon I have ever walked out of where I actually loved my hair. Lang was amazing she did a perfect color correction. My hair was like a million different colors and she worked some miracles out for me. The staff is very friendly. Lang ordered me a sandwich and picked it up while I sat under the dryer. Then her counterpart, Paul, squeezed me in for an wonderful cut. He kept the length like a asked and still managed to put in perfect layers to give me some fullness. Thanks to that dynamic duo my hair is back to its original color with a few highlights and my layers are perfect! Can’t thank them enough. I found my new salon!
* Ashley V.
* San Bruno, CA
8/18/2011
Great little salon. Paul cut my hair. AMAZING! I don’t even live here anymore, but I will be waiting to visit home for him to cut my hair. He really talks to you about what you want, no fear of him just cutting what he wants.
Ashley V.’s review of Plum Studios Salon
5 star rating
5 days ago
Great little salon. Paul cut my hair. AMAZING! I don’t even live here anymore, but I will be waiting to visit home for him to cut my hair. He really talks to you about what you want, no fear of him just cutting what he wants.
JENNIFER Z.
8/26/2011
I cannot recommend Paul (for a haircut) and Lang (for color) highly enough! They are both professionals at the top of their game. I am thrilled to have found them
* Jennifer Z.
* Redwood City, CA
8/26/2011
I cannot recommend Paul (for a haircut) and Lang (for color) highly enough! They are both professionals at the top of their game. I am thrilled to have found them
10/17/2011
* Katie C.
* San Francisco, CA
I have been looking for a salon in Burlingame/ San Mateo area for the past couple years, and tried a few. Yesterday…….I found my permanent salon with Lang and Paul at Plum Studio. Great location, atmosphere (personal)….most importantly, Lang (for color) and Paul (for cut) are very friendly, professional and great hairstylists. Usually those attributes don’t come in as a package. They truely enjoy what they do and it shows.
*5 Star Rating
Debra L.
San Carlos, CA
11/28/2011
THE DYNAMIC DUO – Paul and Lang are absolutely the best! I have been going to them for sometime now and it’s worth every penny! Paul cuts hair beautifully and just the way I like it. Lang does amazing with color!
They are both personable and professional at the same time. I am always open to their suggestions and advice and I always get the BEST compliments on my hair!
I had a Japanese straightening done, cut and color and they did it all in ONE VISIT and it was very affordable and painless. If you go to Plum Studio, go and see them! An amazing team!
Avion t.
Walnut, CA
12/8/2011
This was my first time going so I was a bit skeptic considering I’ve had a lot of failed hair styles done by the stylists. I was booked with Lang for coloring and Paul for the cut. Let me just say, they were awesome. They really listen to what you want done to your hair. They made suggestions but stuck to ultimately what made you happy. My hair color was better than I had hoped for and the cut, though just a trim, changed the look completely. Both Land and Paul was really nice to give tips on maintaining my locks. I would say they are truly the super duo of the place. If you’re reading this: Thanks guys for salvaging my once dead hair and transforming it into a easy to manage yet modern do.