Colorist / Advance Haircuts

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West Vibe Hair Salon - Top Rated Hair Salon in NYC

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Based on 1,109 outstanding reviews from clients

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Clients frequently commend Caesar for his exceptional skills with straight, fine hair, noting his precise cutting techniques that enhance natural texture. The salon experience is consistently described as pleasant, with many appreciating how Caesar listens to their needs and provides tailored suggestions, resulting in stylish transformations that leave them feeling confident.

With Caesar it is ALWAYS a great experience.  He is the best!

Loved it! He was super gentle with my hair and informative about what’s going to happen and how to maintain my cut.

A pleasure as usual-  hair came out perfect!!

Caesar did magic with my hair! He was very patient, explained each layer as he cut, and even showed me how to style it afterward. Loved the result. Highly recommend!

It is ALWAYS a pleasure!!  Everyone is terrific.

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Caesar Vasilescu | Colorist / Advance Haircuts in Manhattan, New York | Fresha

Our haircuts take 60–75 minutes because we take our time with consultation and we double-check every detail—so your cut is balanced, polished, and perfect.

-A high-level scissor cut focused on precision, texture, and advanced shape control. Ideal for medium to long lengths and clients transitioning length.
-Best for: trend-forward, creative styles and modern shapes—textured crops, tapers, longer scissor work, and today’s most requested looks.
-Tools: scissors only / scissor-dominant
-Experience: sophisticated, design-driven, long-lasting

Note: Excludes Pixies Haircuts

Advanced Scissor Cut

A tailored scissor cut for shape, balance, and clean maintenance.

Advanced Scissor Cut Only

A precision maintenance service designed to tidy the sides and outline only. The top is left untouched, making it ideal for keeping the haircut clean between full haircut appointments.

Maintenance-Scissor Clean-Up

A tailored scissor cut paired with a scalp reset treatment to refresh buildup, oiliness, flakes, and heavy-feeling hair for a cleaner finish.

Scissor Cut + Scalp Reset

This is for natural gray, white or salt-and-pepper hair that has become yellow.
This professional glossing can restore shine, improve softness and neutralize unwanted yellow tones in gray hair. 

Scissor Cut + Silver Refresh Gloss

A tailored scissor cut with soft gray blending to reduce visible gray while keeping a natural, refreshed look. Best for subtle, low-maintenance results.
-Refresh every 6–10 weeks for polished gray-

Scissor Cut + Natural Gray Blending

A tailored scissor cut with soft highlights to blend gray, add dimension, and create a natural salt-and-pepper finish without full coverage.
-Maintenance: Refresh every 8–12 weeks.-

Scissor Cut + Gray Blending Highlights

A tailored scissor cut with full gray coverage for clients who want stronger color results, less visible gray, and a polished, refreshed finish.
-Refresh every 3–6 weeks for polished gray.-

Scissor Cut + Full Gray Coverage

A tailored scissor cut with soft highlights to add dimension, movement, and brightness to short hair while keeping the result natural and polished.


Scissor Cut + Soft Highlights

A tailored scissor cut with an express anti-frizz treatment to soften puffiness, smooth texture, reduce frizz, and make short hair easier to style.

Scissor Cut + Anti-Frizz

This service focuses on removing Just split ends without alternating your current style. 
Excludes the following master cuts: A BOB, BLUNT, MULLET, SHAG, TRENDY LAYERS OR THE BUTERFLY HAIRCUT.

--What can you expect during your appointment?
•	Begin your journey with a thorough consultation to discuss your hair goals, preferences, and lifestyle, ensuring a haircut that exceeds your expectations.
•	Wet and dry hair cutting techniques to add or remove volume, create movement and texture
•	All haircuts come with a ten-day warranty 
•	Includes shampoo & styling.


Standard haircuts + Blowout

If you’re wearing a precision style like a blunt cut or bob, keep it sharp with a Master Cut. Please note: our standard haircuts do not include advanced cutting techniques.

Length above my shoulders  

If you’re wearing a precision style like a blunt cut , lob or bob, keep it sharp with a Master Cut. Please note: our standard haircuts do not include advanced cutting techniques.

Length below my shoulders 

For advanced layers or creative movement, please book under Master Cuts. These techniques require additional time and expertise beyond our standard haircut services.

Length below my chest

Length below my hips

👉Our color lines Includes:  ✅Hyaluronic Acid, ✅blue light protection, ✅anti-pollution, ✅UV protection system, ✅bonding performance and ✅formula vegan. 

👉Our hair color covers 100% gray hair.

👇What can you expect during your appointment?
•	Begin your journey with a thorough consultation to discuss your hair goals, preferences, and lifestyle, ensuring a color that exceeds your expectations.
•	We guarantee seamless blends
•	All colors come with a ten-day warranty

Gray Coverage - Root Touch Up Only

4-6 Weeks of regrowth 

7-9 weeks of regrowth

10-12 weeks of regrowth

Designed for those who seek the highest level of precision and creativity, our master stylists bring years of expertise to every cut, ensuring a look that’s uniquely yours, if you need an expert care for long hair thick, you're in the right place. Our team has over 15 years of experience working with all hair types and textures.

--What to Expect:
•	Exceptional Precision: Enjoy a haircut crafted with meticulous attention to detail, utilizing advanced techniques that enhance your natural beauty.
•	Customized Consultations: Our master stylists will collaborate with you to understand your vision, lifestyle, and face shape, resulting in a personalized style that truly reflects you.
•	Trendsetting Styles: Stay ahead with the latest trends and innovative techniques, whether you’re looking for a classic cut or a contemporary look.
•	Expert Styling Advice: Leave not just with a stunning haircut, but with tips and recommendations on how to maintain and style your hair at home.

MASTER HAIRCUTS 

Fine Hair Texture

Medium Density

Thick Hair

Super Thick Hair

Major change: long to short, shape correction, or restyling. 
Before cutting anything we analyze:
• Face shape
• Hair density
• Growth patterns
• Neckline balance
• Jawline balance
• Cheekbone framing

Transformational Haircut

This experience refreshes the hair, boosts shine and leaves you fully polished.

NOTE:
To accommodate for extra time extensions, take to style. West Vibe will charge $20 - $55 to all clients with sewn-in, tape-in, beaded-in and clip-in extensions. Prices are based on the amount of extensions clients have in.
While we happily service clients with extensions, West Vibe is not responsible for extensions that may come out during the service. However, our team will be delicate and as careful as possible because we recognize that extensions are expensive and dedicated.

Blowouts + Styling

For a clean, smooth, everyday salon finish. Includes shampoo, blowout, and polished styling without a treatment or iron work. Perfect for weekly maintenance, work or dinner.

Classic Blowout

For curly, wavy, or textured hair needing extra smoothing. Includes shampoo, heat protection, blow-dry, flat iron finish, and polished style.


Curl-to-Smooth Press

Our signature West Vibe beach-wave styling: soft, polished, modern waves with a smooth blowout foundation and shine finish. Perfect for dinner, events, photos, or clients who want effortless movement 

West Vibe Signature Beach Waves

An express smoothing blowout designed to reduce frizz, add shine, and make styling easier for up to 4 weeks. Perfect for hair that gets puffy, rough, or hard to control in humidity. 

4-Week Frizz-Free Blowout

For dry, weak, or over-styled hair that needs softness and shine. Includes a repair treatment, polished blowout, and smooth finish to help hair look healthier and feel easier to m

Recovery Blowout

For dull, dry-looking, or rough hair that needs a polished finish. Includes a shine-enhancing treatment, smooth blowout, and glossy finish to leave hair softer, brighter, and more refined.

The Smooth + Shine Blowout

Polished styling & Makeup for events, photos, dinners, or special occasions. Must be booked 24 hours in advance. Performed by a styling & Makeup specialist.


Event Styling + Makeup

Transform your look with stylish Bangs! Whether you’re aiming for a bold change or a subtle update, bangs can add flair and frame your face beautifully.
What to Expect:
•	Personalized Styles: From soft, wispy bangs to bold, blunt cuts, our expert stylists will help you choose the perfect style that complements your features and enhances your overall look.
•	Face-Framing Effects: Bangs can highlight your eyes and cheekbones, creating a flattering balance that enhances your natural beauty.
•	Versatile Options: Explore various bang styles, including side-swept, curtain bangs, and straight-across cuts, allowing you to express your personality.
•	Styling Tips: Our stylists will provide you with tips and tricks to style and maintain your bangs at home, ensuring they always look their best.


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Advanced Scissor Cut

40 mins - 2 hours 30 mins

Standard haircuts + Blowout

1 hour - 1 hour 35 mins

Gray Coverage - Root Touch Up Only

1 hour 30 mins - 2 hours

MASTER HAIRCUTS

1 hour 30 mins - 2 hours

Blowouts + Styling

1 hour - 1 hour 30 mins

MASTER - BANGS AND FRAMING

15 mins - 45 mins

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