From the street you'd never expect such a stylish and big salon as Classique Styles. Even on a Tuesday, it's bustling with several customers, which is not unusual, says partner Norma Quintero. "We treat our customers like family" she says, and many of its customers have returned the favor by being with the salon a long time.
Speaking of family, the customer mix is roughly 65% women, 30% men, and 5% children. Norma and her partners in the business have been together for 17 years. They all grew up in San Leandro, and everyone seems happy.
The shop does "anything to do with hair, anything they want" from the newest cut from a fashion magazine to the traditional weekly shampoo and set. Facial waxing is also available. Prices range from $18 for shampoo and set, $30 for cut/shampoo/blowdry, to $75 for highlights. Kids are $16 and longer hair is slightly more.