Inside the Chair

From the Studio

Haircut advice, grooming perspective, and behind-the-chair stories from South Congress Austin.

Behind the Chair
Behind the Chair Without a Safety Net

The physical and mental realities of building a career as an independent hairstylist — what clients don't see, and why most of us keep showing up anyway.

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The Experience
What to Expect at Your First Appointment at Cuts By Lulu

If you've never booked with a private grooming studio before, here's exactly what the experience looks like — from booking to the moment you leave.

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Men's Grooming
The Difference Between a Barber and a Men's Hair Stylist

Most men don't think about this until they've had a haircut they didn't like. Here's what actually separates the two — and why it matters for your hair.

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The Chair
The Questions You're Afraid to Ask in the Chair But Shouldn't Be

Getting a haircut shouldn't feel like a test. My chair is a judgment-free zone — here's why honesty gets you a better cut.

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Behind the Chair
Life Is Too Short to Grow Out a Bad Haircut

A mentor once told me something I've never forgotten. It wasn't about hair — it was about time, confidence, and what it means to invest in yourself.

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