Radio Hair Salon

I wouldn’t recommend it.
I liked the good reviews and imagined that it being around Shoredtich, they would have similar style to what I’m looking for. I called in and, since it was my first time, asked to be paired with a stylist who is good with razor cuts because I my hair is extremely thin and flat.
I rushed over there because they had an opening that day. I was excited as I desperately needed a haircut and the place seemed really great and had awesome ambiance. Get in the seat and the guy pulls out his scissors and starts cutting very symmetrical on both sides and measuring very precisely, which might be right for the right client, but I wanted exactly the opposite. I imagined he was just doing some initial cuts and was planning to go through with his razor later.
Sadly, I was mistaken, as he suddenly puts a little product in it and is like «oh! This is perfect! You look awesome!» He gave me a bowl haircut…
I was like, «could you put some layers in it and make it a bit choppy?» So, he goes back through and does that. It looks slightly better than what he originally did, but it isn’t by any means good. Easily one of the worst cuts I’ve gotten in the past few years. I wouldn’t go back.
I would recommend him if you want a bob though. Seems like he’d be great at that.

When I first sat down for my cut with Anne, I didn’t plan on going as short as I did. Whether that was the result of my lack of communication or whatever, I wound up with a super cropped bob. After getting a great head massage while my hair was washed, the friendly reception from the front desk girl, and a nice drink, I was ready for an amazing cut.
Walking out, I wasn’t convinced I had made the right choice. It was short, straight, and just didn’t work for me.
After a day or so I washed my hair, which is the ultimate test. My hair is naturally curly/​wavy, so a short cut can be either a disaster or a success. In the past I have had way more disasters… and was convinced this would be the same. But I let my hair dry and realised that this cut is absolutely amazing. It held my curls, fit my face perfectly, and even when it got fuzzy from the humidity it still looked great! I was in shock!
This is by far the best haircut I have ever gotten! Anne is amazing.
Now the only problem is I am going to have to fly to London every time I need a trim!

I have fine med length hair and when I get my hair cut, I want lots of layers and maintain volume. I get super specific about this so I when I find a good «stylist» (not art director etc), I’m a regular. I’m from CA and I have my regular stylist there which made it hard for me to venture out in London. I took the chance and I went to a couple hair spots in London and had the worst experience. I vowed never to get my hair cut in London again.
I’d pass by Radio a lot en route to Brick Lane and what attracted me to it was that it’s a Bumble & Bumble salon. I trust the brand and the training behind it, so after a year of skepticism, I booked my appointment.
Experience was great. Was greeted in, had my coat taken, and was offered a beverage, which btw, they have a very generous complimentary drink list. The waiting area is spacious and they have lots of reading material. The salon is clean, simple, and calmly bright. Not with that purposely hipster dirty look that’s so prolific in this area.
I had Vlad (Stylist), cut my hair. He seated me and we did a consultation for my cut. I was specific what I wanted and he understood– Fine hair, lots of layers, lots ‘o volume. He took the time to really listen to what I wanted and was patient. I appreciated that because some stylist make you feel rushed. Then I got my hair shampooed.
Before my cut, he explained a different approach to cut the layers. I liked that because that meant he was actually being thoughtful to what I wanted from the cut and style. I’m happy with the result and I would recommend the Vlad and the salon.
Day 3: I’m liking the cut still and it’s styling well.
Final word: Success!
PS) The complementary drinks is great and as a customer I can really appreciate that. Tip, go 10 min early so you can sip something and unwind before your cut or style.

Saw it in GQ. Went. Loved it. Returned.
Best haircut I’ve had in London, and well priced for the quality of service.
Highly recommended.