Customer Reviews

"Looking for a salon where you feel genuinely welcomed by qualified stylists? I recommend Keparé Salon in Capitola. Pablo Yee, owner and stylist, carefully selects his receptionists and stylists to align with his vision of qualified staff along with a fun, welcoming atmosphere where every client feels at home. As a client of Pablo’s since 1996, my hair has never been healthier. Due to Pablo’s ability to carefully listen to my needs and provide honest feedback, my fine, straight, and dry hair has been transformed into several healthy color styles that showcase my best features. Until I was referred to Keparé, I didn’t believe there was a stylist that truly spent quality time listening to my needs."
Karen Hobson, President of KPHobson & Associates - Recruiter and HR Consultant

"Keparé is an excellent salon with a great atmosphere. All the stylists and other staff are open, friendly, and fun while maintaining a high level of professionalism. I always enjoy my time there and come out looking and feeling good. Pati Parodi has been my stylist for about 15 years and I have never even considered switching! I never go a month without having at least one person compliment me on my haircut and ask me where I have it done. I have given out so many Keparé cards I should be getting a commission!"
Nancy Wahl-Scheurich

"It is with great pleasure that I write this memo about Rahni, my hair stylist at Keparé Salon. I travel from San Jose to have Rahni cut, color and style my hair. It is so worth it! If you ask Rahni to trim your hair an inch - it is an inch - not 3. She listens carefully to what I want. I have chemically treated hair (the best highlights ever which Rahni magically does) and a couple of times a year she gives me a body wave, it is awesome. It is a special body wave for chemically treated hair which I understand she went to the East Coast for certification to properly use the product. Rahni enjoys making her clients feel really great. She shows me how to keep the style so I always look and feel great. She is always happy to see her clients and when you are there, you are special - just like Rahni and her beautiful smile!"
Danielle

"I walked into Keparé over ten years ago one evening and since that first haircut by Pati, I have never been disappointed. Pati is a superb hairstylist -- she listens, cuts precisely and pays attention. I always look forward to coming into the salon for my appointments with Pati. Not only because I walk out with an outstanding haircut but also because we have great conversations, and I get a chance to relax and have some me time. Pati also cuts my husband Thomas' hair, and gave my boys Max & Tim their first haircuts. Seeing Pati really is a family affair. If you are looking for a new hairstyle, a change of hair color or a great haircut, look no further and schedule an appointment with Pati at Keparé."
Paulien Ruijssenaars

"Patty Williams at Keparé has been my esthetician for over a year, and I recommend her whole-heartedly! She's warm & friendly, and Patty's calm nature relaxes you right away.... helping you to just enjoy the pampering. Since my very first month with Patty, my skin consistently looks beautifully bright and healthy. I get the executive facial (with an occasional glycolic peel), and come out of her room feeling royal, relaxed and happy - and my skin is glowing and feeling fantastic.
Our skin changes all the time, due to climate, genes, hormones, stress etc.... and Patty assess your skin at each visit. She asks about your home skin care routine, and advises how to care for your skin between facials. You can tell that Patty loves what she does! My friends have all commented that my skin always looks fresh, clear and bright. I give Patty all the credit =)"
Lisa M.

"Stacie does a great job and has been cutting my hair for more than 10 years - always on time, great scalp massage, never seems to be having a bad day, and I'm never disappointed when I leave the chair."
Tom B.

"Jen has been cutting and coloring my hair for the past 9 years. I always look forward to my appointments! My hair is thick, dry, and frizzy—she makes it look glamorous and sleek. Jen is kind, patient and understands how important your hair style is to you. She listens to what you want and also understands what will work with your hair type. Her documentation of the products, styles, and colors we try make it easy to continue doing the things that work! Her dedication to the client is also apparent in her advice and gentle touch including the most relaxing scalp message ever. The real proof of her talent is that over the years, I have been stopped on the street many times and asked for the name and number of my stylist."
Nadine Golden

"Hi! I am really pleased to tell you about Rahni (Ronni) at Keparé Hair Salon. She has been cutting, styling and coloring my hair for the past 4 years. I am delighted with Rahni (her big smiles) and her ability to make me look like I have hair! My hair is real thin and there isn't much of it. She is amazing and - she pays attention to what I want. I am also very comfortable at Keparé Salon - everyone there is super friendly and nice. If you want a great cut and style and an expert to color your hair - call Rahni at Keparé!"
Terri

"My hair looks great, even when windblown. Stacie is a great stylist."
Chris Z.

"Julie Sebring is a fabulous hairdresser! She understands your wants and needs and is great at making useful recommendations with just one look! From the Jennifer Aniston look, to just a friendly trim...she can surely make you feel beautiful the minute you walk out of the salon! She is also very friendly and fun to talk to. With 3 girls of her own, she understands the connection young women have with their hair and the need to feel awesome! Highly recommend her!"
Brooke H.

"As a sales representative for a beauty supply company, it is rare to see a contingent of artistic professionals with such diverse personalities and backgrounds to stay together for so many years. What a special blend of talent, creativity, kindness and wit, from the receptionist all the way to the final cut and color. I count it a blessing to enter the portals of Team Keparé."
With great gratitude, Dennis Benson, Above Beauty and Barber Supply

"I have been getting my hair done with Hope for several years. Not only is the group at Keparé great and fun to spend the hour with but I walk out with a great haircut everytime!!!"
Nicole O.

"I have been going to Jen Wolfenden for about 10 years, and her scalp massage is the highlight of my visit with her. I find myself become more relaxed and soothed by her scalp massage than going to a full body masseuse. To top it off she is an excellent colorist and hair cutter because she really takes time to listen to what you want done. She is a perfectionist and takes pride in her work, and to top that off, she is an incredibly warm hearted and compassionate person. You can't do better than Jen, she is top quality."
Diana Eve

"Very seldom do you find a good hair stylist and colorist in the same person. Alanna is the whole package. I know when I go to see her not only am I going to get a good color but a great cut as well. I hope to be with her for a long time."
DeAnn Najera

"I wanted to say what a great stylist, color artist and cool person Hope Velasquez with Keparé Salon in Capitola is! I've known Hope for over eight years and she has ALWAYS been an awesome member of the Keparé team! Hope has great ingenuity and constantly updates her repertoire of techniques and color ideas! She travels around to teach and learn new things that she then brings back into her chair so her clients can benefit from her hard work! If I want change, I literally turn it over to Hope to give me what I may not be able to put into words - she does it with her own abilities to think on her feet and make it happen! She tries to keep her clients happy with appointment availability and uses her vast educational resources and techniques to keep us looking good! Hope IS the queen of hair design and color!"
Susan Hilden

"I have been going to Alanna at Keparé for about 1 1/2 years and I could not imagine seeing anyone else. I don't even have to really tell her what I want and she just does it and it looks amazing every time. I always get compliments after I get my hair done with her. I've had my hair cut short, highlighted, dyed and it has always looked great. I love Alanna and highly recommend her!"
Lynne M.

"I've been going to Keparé since it opened. The salon itself is really nice. The decor is esthetically pleasing with a nice garden in back. The stylists are all really friendly, and you can tell they all have fun together. There is a good energy when you walk in, and with my stylist, Pablo, you know you will be laughing within the first five minutes of your visit. I highly recommend Keparé for your next salon experience."
Cindy Gizdich

"I lucked upon Jen over 10 years ago right after I moved to Santa Cruz. I had bleached my own dark brown hair and it was a disaster. And I had a wedding to be in! Not only did Jen fix my color, but she gave me the best haircut I had ever had (and I had had some good haircuts so that is saying a lot). She is the all-time best. Sometimes I wear my hair quite short, and Jen is never afraid to go as short as I want her to, yet she keeps every cut feminine, creative and original. She also worked with me when I wanted to grow my hair out, so I felt like I never had to go through that awkward stage, you know? I completely trust any ideas she has with color and cut because she really takes the time to get to know a client, their style and what their hair can do. Jen makes me look my best. I feel it and I always get compliments and everyone asks me who cuts my hair. When I had to move to San Jose for my job I tried to find someone closer to my new home, but no one was as good as Jen. She is completely worth the trip! And last but not least, Jen is just a delightful human being to spend time with. Not only is she an exceptionally talented stylist, but I completely adore her. Oh, and she can give one heck of a head massage! If you can get your hair cut by Jen, you are lucky!!!"
Fanny Retsek

"Rahni at Keparé has been my stylist for about 20 years, that alone speaks volumes about her. But let me explain: her skill, her talent and her enthusiasm set her worlds apart from most in her chosen field of expertise. It is nice when friends compliment my cut & color, flattering when strangers compliment my hair but when professional stylists stop to compliment and comment on my hair...WOW there are no words to describe that feeling. I am blessed to be so well taken care of by such a professional. Rahni you are the best! The salon is always very clean & the staff friendly."
Kay W.

"I have been going to Hope for over 10yrs. I love what she does to my hair with cut and color! She really knows how to work with my fine hair, and if you have fine hair you know what I mean:) My daughter now goes to Hope and has been going to her for the last 3 yrs. For a teenager who likes to change her color a lot, Hope not only makes her happy but also makes mom happy too. Anyone who sits in Hopes chair will be very happy with her services! And if you have a wedding or party Hope does awesome styles so try it!!!"
Kristi P.

"Keparé Salon in Capitola is a wonderful full service Salon! I recommend it to everyone, men, women, children, old, young, avant garde or conservative. The atmosphere is buzzing with creative energy, and, at the same time it is friendly and warm, with Excellent customer service! The crew of stylists are the crème de la crème! I am fortunate to have found Karen Slater to work with my hair. I love the way she cuts and colors my hair. She is very precise in her technique and the results are always reliable. It is a comfort to know that I can count on her to bring out the best in my hair."
Jan P.

"I love going to Keparé--it has such a warm and lively feel. I've been getting my hair done by Pati for over 10 years. She is so fantastic with highlights and cuts that I still come see her even though I've moved to San Jose. I've been thrilled with every style she's done for me and love how she always has great ideas when I'm ready for a new look!"
Michelle K.

"I have had the pleasure of interacting with Pablo both as a client and as a fellow small business professional. He is an insightful business man, and a meticulous, creative hair stylist. I enjoy his company, his sense of humor, and the great feedback I constantly receive on my hairstyle and color."
Lesley MacDonald is a Senior Account Executive with Full Steam Marketing & Design

"I've been coming to Keparé for over ten years. I have had three different stylists in that time, and have been with Pati Parodi, my current stylist, for at least 8 of those years. All of the 'cuts and colors' walking out of the shop are fabulous...I've seen an entire age range...young kids and women much older than me being made beautiful there. There are plenty of men getting cuts, too. The shop is great...beautiful photos taken by Pablo Yee, the owner, hang on the walls and the decor is stylish. The shop is ULTRA CLEAN. The entire staff is friendly and professional. They all work together well and seem to truly enjoy each others' company... no drama! I have seen the same clients there for years...a true sign of loyalty to a shop that definitely deserves it."
Joan C.

"Keparé Salon in Capitola has a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. While always busy and lively, you are always at ease. Pablo is a talented, interesting and charming man. The haircut is always phenomenal, but it is the customer service orientation that is most impressive. I travel for business and pleasure, a lot. Pablo always works with me and my schedule, including accommodating same day schedule changes and most recently when I was gone for 3 weeks and he was leaving on the Monday following my return, he met me at the salon on a Sunday to make sure my hair stayed in top shape. Aside from these important attributes, Pablo travels to interesting places and has a variety of outside interests. You will learn something new and interesting every time you get your hair done!"
Jorge Ramirez, PhD Scientist

"Keparé is a very professionally run salon with experiened stylists ready to make you beautiful. I've been going to Donna Guizio for years and she does the hair of several of my co-workers as well. I am regularly stopped by strangers who say "you have such great color" or "I just love your cut who does it?" I don't hesitate to tell them "Donna, and she's the best!!!!"
Cathy G.

"My family has been going to Hope for over 7 yrs. And that is quite an accomplishment:) When it comes to coloring and styling there is none better! That is coming from a teenager who is now in her early 20s. Out in public I always get compliments on my do! We have never been disappointed and it would certainly throw things into a tail spin if Hope wasn't around:(:)"
Marilyn

"I have been getting my hair cut by Jen for almost 12 years because she simply is the best. Over the years Jen has given me a variety of short, long and medium styles. She has also given me lowlights and highlights. She even restored my hair to its natural golden brown after I foolishly experimented with dye at home (bad idea). Most recently, Jen gave me very cute bangs. Along with her cutting and coloring expertise, Jen also gives amazing scalp massages that are deeply relaxing and really make you feel pampered. On top of everything else, Jen is also a truly kind person and is a good listener. If you want the perfect cut/color and a great overall experience then go to Jen - you won't be disappointed!"
Michaela Stark