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I have been taking my daughter to World of Braids for 14 years. Sharon is my daughters stylist and I recommend her.,The stylists are amazing, reliable, and do an exceptional job with all types of hairstyles. My daughter has locs, and she loves her hair. If you want a salon where the people are friendly and accommodating, don't look any further. You won't be disappointed. It's hard to find a salon that you look forward to visiting.

Jennifer Did My Hair And I Absolutely Love It
Her And Her Mother And Had Great Friendly Customer Service. There Was Absolutely No Waiting And It Only Took 1hr. And 15mins. Also
I Felt Like I Had Known Them For Years. I Will Definitely Be Going Back. She Did My Hair So Good. Ima Keep These Crochet Locs In For At Least 2Months.  And Have Her Do Them Again.Thank You Jennifer And Anna.I Am A Very Happy Customer.😃

Jackie does my hair and my kids hair as well. I like her because she’s very patient and knows how to deal with kids.

Jackie upstairs is truly the best at doing locs. Shes approachable and sweet and I always recommend my friends and their children to go to her. She also has plenty of her work to look at on her instagram @jackie.hairambiance and you can also book with her through her page. Truly amazing service every time myself or my friends/family come by.

Braids done in a timely manner...4.5 hours,love it❤️

Connie keep my hair on point 3 hrs few conversations and it was over love my style

Lola did my hair. I haven't been here in years, but Lola did it Neatly and carefully done. She did such excellent job to my hair on top of that she is warm, friendly, funny and exudes a sweet attitude. She's a good Hairstylist that gave me renewed confidence. Thanks Lola.

Jackie is truly amazing at black hairstyles!!!!! 10 out of 10, would recommend

Hands down this shop is one of the most professional that I have visited in the USA. My micro-braids came out awesome & I feel I got what I paid for at a reasonable rate considering the services required. I would definitely recommend this shop over any braiding salon within 20 miles because I went to seven and called five others that could not accommodate my micro-braids request.

I use to use my hair locked so I would see Anna she is very good highly recommended she’s good with the latch tool.

Jackie did my hair upstairs. I was brand new again. Neatly and carefully done. She does such excellent haircar and on top of that she is warm, friendly and exudes a sweet attitude. She's a good Hairstylist that gave me renewed confidence. Thanks Jackie!

Been going here for years. Anna the best.

Jackie does the best locs! Very affordable too and very professional.

Love going to get my hair whipped with twisty braids! Very professional service....and easy to get appointments!

Sharon is polite, professional and courteous. Found my new salon!

Very best and professional Hairstylish keep designing the best styles for individuals and unique !!!!
Thanks
Sharon

Been getting my locs services here for about 4 years 💕

Beautiful hairstyles and wonderful customer service.

It the best braids shop ever my friend took me there and ever since I go there every time I get my hair done I like me it make me feel beautiful even though I'm beautiful I just love it

Great experience and fantastic customer service. I appreciate the timing and creativity of the Pro-Braider.

Stylist: Sharon
Style requested: Crochet spring twist(with illusion braid pattern)
Appointment : 3/19/2021 1-3pm

Cons:
-Appointment time was not kept by stylist, I was seen 2 hours after scheduled time. May bother others, but i used that time to check out near by restaurants. Gogi Time was right on time for me.

-No parking or loading in front of establishment. A near by bar is using the parking for there customers so be prepared to walk a little and pay a meter.

-It was hard for me to find the location of the shop especially since there's no parking or loading in front. I would recommended visiting the shop a day before you go to get familiar with the area. I circled twice before I found it.

-Stylist does not ask specific questions for desired hair style so please be detailed and prepared with videos and pictures to ensure you get the style you want and are paying for. I provided a photo and hair, but obviously, I was not specific enough and did not get the look I was hoping for(SPRING TWIST W/ "ILLUSION CROCHET BRAID PATTERN"). I took it down the same day. This is a lesson for those of us who do not get our hair braided frequently. I haven't had my hair braided in over 10 years. Lesson learned.

-The stylist was interrupted with many phone calls. It didn't bother me,  I needed the breaks to stretch. This may bother others especially if your appointment was set back.
-The establishment was a little out dated, but clean.

Pros:
-My stylist Sharon was sweet and apologetic for not keeping our appointment time. She provided a heater to keep me warm, it was cold and raining outside.
- I guess the price was reasonable. I paid 125.00 for my style. Cornrows w/crochet 12in spring twist.
-Fast service(took 2 hours)
Overall I might go back for a simple style to support our black business but nothing complicated or something I seen someone else rocking. By the way my cornrows were on point I was able to rock a new style with just the cornrows in place.

Update.
Sharon was so concerned and humbled to hear my concerns regarding my hair. She agreed to redo it the next day and I loved it.
Therefore I give Sharon a 4 out of 5 for her customer service, integrity and skill.

Ana makes my locs looks great and they last long before retouch. And she's have a sweet personality

I've been going here since a kid I need to go back I need my hair braided and sharon is the best

Good work, prices are reasonable and they braid quick.

Sumo was amazing and very professional I love her braiding style I would definitely come back. My hair came out beautiful. The only suggestion I have is hear the customer out, I wanted them a little bigger but they came out small as I tried to make suggestions she brushed it off. Thank you it’s still beautiful however, even though she braided tight my head doesn’t hurt so bad. Great job Suki!

Good people that know what they are doing. Hair comes out just how I want it every time

Love them! Jackie did an excellent job! Quick & quality work! Thank you!

Real authentic spot. I've been getting my locs done there for the past 6 years.

Never had twists before and my kid recommended this place cuz Ana does his hair. Made an appointment with Mz. Sharon to have Mz. Suki do my hair. Took 4.5 hours and I had to feed the meter 3x but it's all good. I liked the end result and the price was $150. I came back a week later for Mz. Sharon to tighten a few twists up and she showed me how to style my new do. She also threw in a bonnet to keep my hair untangled while I slumber. I am going back in 3 weeks to get the front re-done. I would highly recommend.

I went in to get kinky twists but ended up changing my mind on the spot when I saw a braider/stylist with goddess braids. Bernadette worked with the hair I brought and my requests to create a gorgeous combo of box braids with tree braids and didn't charge above the first quoted price!

Anna very nice 👌an does great work 👍

wonderful service, Simra always takes care of me! I leave happy evertime!!!

Ana makes my locks look good and fresh. Compliments daily. :-)

Always able make room for me to get in and love Ana for my locks.

The ladies always work miracles. When you walk in wearing a hat and walkout feeling like a beauty queen. I have been going to this shop at least 16yrs.

Excellent Service
Fast, neat, and very beautiful finish!

My very own hair spa to go to in Oakland!!

Great service Semra is the best doing my locs

Service is great to me. I'm and out in timely manner.

Very clean and beautiful salon. Stylists are very helpful.... cheerful and nice.

Hair is always on point when I leave. They share a 10% discount card and have fantastic stylists. Love this place especially when I need to get in and out. Make sure to tell them your window of time they'll bring in a braided to accomodare your needs. Great salon.

The best loctician hands down her name is Samara she has been twisting my son's locs for about a year now she's incredible

Semera has been my stylist for years! This place is very comfortable, and Semera does a fantastic job. Very personable and inviting

Ana is the best when it comes to doing dreads💯💯💯💯

Love World of Braids. I have been going to World of Braids for over 20 years.  Sheron the owner often does my hair, she is personable, professional and  genuinely cares about client satisfaction. However, over the past 20 years I have also had my hair done by other braiders who are part of her braiding team. If you are looking for the #1 hair braiding salon in Oakland, go to World of Braids!

Looks small from out front but when u walk in its very open with a mezzanine. Great customer service... Happy with my style. Perfect for customers maintaining locks. Highly recommended!

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Welcome to World of Braids, where creativity and tradition intertwine! With over a decade of expertise, we specialize in a range of intricate braid styles and innovative hair care solutions. Our passionate team, trained in the latest techniques, is dedicated to delivering personalized service tailored to your unique hair needs. We take pride in using high-quality, eco-friendly products to ensure not just beautiful, but healthy results. Our cozy Oakland studio is a hub of artistry and community, where every client leaves feeling empowered and beautiful. Trust in us to transform your hairstyle and elevate your experience!

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Experience the elegance of Senegalese Twists, a sophisticated rope like, twist braid, protective style that k versatility and a stunning finish. Crafted with precision, these twists provide a lightweight yet durable option for all hair types. Enjoy lasting beauty and easy maintenance, allowing you to flaunt your unique style with confidence and grace.