Kara at The Timeless Barbershop
5
4
3
2
1
Review highlights
"… and helps me talk through styles if I haven’t decided yet. She is great at what she does and truly cares. It’s always a great experience from start to finish, I highly …"
"Super friendly and awesome service."
"I have followed her , now to her third location , and I couldn’t be happier."
Overview
Hours
Sunday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Description
With a decade of experience in the hair industry, and receiving her training in the heart of Midtown, Manhattan, Kara Zalesny is a uniquely skilled Independent Hairstylist who now co-owns The Timeless Barbershop with her boyfriend, Jason in Poughkeepsie, New York. She specializes in easy-to-style, precise haircuts, customer care, as well as custom gray coverage. She prides herself in her ability to listen to clients and to execute their visions exactly as they are shared with her. She services all gender identities and children. She enjoys cutting both short and long styles. By appointment only. Call or text to book.
Reviews
Nov 06, 2024
I wish I had found Kara years ago! The experience with her was fantastic. Before we did anything, she took the time to talk with me about what I was hoping for. I was looking for a good pixie cut and she 100% delivered. She even took time after the cut to demonstrate different options for how I can style my hair. I left feeling gorgeous, confident, and like the very best version of myself. I cannot recommend Kara highly enough!
Nov 06, 2024
I was super nervous coming into the salon because I haven’t had a professional haircut in 3 years, last time I got one from a different place I really wasn’t happy with the results. This was my very first time coming here and I’m happy to say I will 100% be coming back, I was so comfortable in the space and Kara made sure I walked out with a hairstyle that I really loved. My hair feels much lighter, healthier and overall just better now. I walked out with so much confidence in my hair. Again, I will definitely be coming back in the future. Kara is someone you can absolutely trust to do your hair properly! It’s also very affordable, I have shoulder length wavy hair and I got a wash, cut and blow dry for $50, I highly suggest coming here!
Oct 06, 2024
I had a fantastic experience with Kara over at Alchemy Hair! I'm the constant victim of a bad haircut, so I have a little bit of "haircut PTSD" at this point and was very nervous about getting another bad cut. Kara took the time to do a full consultation with me before taking out any tools to ensure my comfort and that we were on the same page. I really appreciated the positive attitude and professional experience. She gave me a great haircut, and I'll definitely be going back!
Aug 06, 2024
I have used Kara in the past she is very dedicated and enjoys helping her clients to be happy with her service. 🤗💐
Aug 06, 2024
Today was my first time seeing Kara and it was a great experience! She took the time before we started to talk to me about my hair and ask questions about what I wanted. After she washed my hair, we spoke again and she explained what her thoughts were and what she planned to do and asked if I was okay with her ideas. My hair turned out beautiful- just what I wanted! Kara was just lovely to chat with! I will definitely be a returning client!
Jul 06, 2024
Kara saved my hair years ago, and I have not let anyone else cut my hair since! She is talented, professional, creative, and fun. Highly recommend!
Jul 06, 2024
My experience with Kara is always so amazing! She has a lot of knowledge when it comes to hair and is always sharing new tips and products with me to keep my hair healthy! I highly recommend coming to Kara, you will not regret it!
Jul 06, 2024
OMG what a great experience! I have been searching for someone who understands my fine, low-porosity 2c hair and Kara is it. She did a thorough consult, listened to what I want, and gave me a cut that really lets my waves and curls come out without requiring a ton of styling. Couldn’t be happier with the service I received and have already referred two people to her. Highly recommend!
Jun 06, 2024
Awesome as always color and cut with Kara! Now in her new space with her better half, Jason… these two have set the atmosphere and professional skill like no other. I have very fine hair and anxiety about my hair …Kara always sets me at ease and does an amazing job…. Creative with her heart hands, and mind..,xoxo Love this girl!!!!
Jun 06, 2024
I have always had a love/hate(more hate) relationship with my hair and Kara is probably the first person to truly understand how to cut my hair(curly, unruly mess). I trust her completely which is not something I have ever felt for another hairstylist. Not only great at what she does but an even better person! Our conversations are always great, fun, and REAL. I appreciate her more than she’ll ever know! Please book an appointment ASAP! You won’t be disappointed, she is simply the best!
Jun 06, 2024
I have been getting my haircut by Kara for almost a decade at this point. I have followed her , now to her third location , and I couldn’t be happier. She is extremely meticulous with her work. Kara is a person who cares just as much about what’s on someone’s mind, as she does for what’s literally on top of their mind (by that I mean hair). I can’t imagine trusting anyone else with cutting my hair. :)
Jun 06, 2024
Kara is great! I would highly recommend!
May 06, 2024
After having my hair done by Kara, I really don’t want to go anyone else! Not only does she give me a great haircut or color each time, she talks with me beforehand to make sure she knows exactly what I want, and helps me talk through styles if I haven’t decided yet. She is great at what she does and truly cares. It’s always a great experience from start to finish, I highly recommend!
May 06, 2024
Best haircuts ever! So accommodating & professional! Love this young lady!
May 06, 2024
I highly recommend Kara! She is professional,Talented and very sweet too! I enjoy getting my hair done by her! And she’s Great with the elderly! She cuts my Mother in laws hair too! Actually our whole family goes to Kara! 6 in all! Wow! That’s impressive!
May 06, 2024
Kara does a wonderful job of giving her customers what they want.
May 06, 2024
Kara has been styling my hair for years. She’s a very talented and professional stylist
May 06, 2024
Kara is a fantastic stylist! Perfect hair cut every time. Last time, I asked her to trim my beard, as well. That turned our great too.
May 06, 2024
Kara is a skilled stylist and reliable professional who successfully balances attention to details and specificity with customization and flexibility. My young son has grown up with Kara as his stylist…her patience and kind demeanor have quelled his initial strong oppositions to getting his hair cut. Highly recommended!
May 06, 2024
Kara is amazing! She takes the time to listen to my vision and takes the time to bring that vision to reality! She is an expert in her field providing top notch service and hair care advice. I am always getting compliments on my cut and color!
May 06, 2024
Kara is by far the best. Super accommodating, she always goes the extra mile. Next to that the knowledge she has about her work is beyond what anyone around would be able to provide. For the last 10 years she has been taking care of me and i wont ever let anyone else touch my hair! If you are looking for perfection, Alchemy Hair is where you need to be!
May 06, 2024
Kara is charismatic, meticulous, punctual, and strives to please. Try her services. You won't be disappointed.
May 06, 2024
Kara is mine and my partners go to girl for anything hair related- we’ve been going to her regularly for 2 years and I have NEVER left her salon unsatisfied. It is obvious Kara loves and is passionate about every head of hair she touches. I myself, talk until I’m blue in the face and Kara keeps up without hesitation (a multitasking queen), whereas my partner enjoys the relaxation and pampering in silence and Kara is completely fine with that as well. Two completely different experiences and we could not be more thankful everyone we leave her salon!! I could not recommend her enough! 5 stars does not give her justice!!!!
May 06, 2024
My past experiences with hairdressers were not always good. Since moving to the HV 8+ years ago I've tried 5 with no success. Enter Kara. From my 1st appointment she's been on target. Told me what my hair needed based on how it felt, recommended a product that is outstanding. 40 years of getting my haircut & not one stylist ever told me I had a cowlick let alone 3, but Kara did. You know how those first few days after a haircut is a little tricky? Not her cut. And the long-term grow-in is excellent. I'd recommend & have recommended Kara without question. Also, an incredibly warm & welcoming person!
May 06, 2024
She has a flexible schedule and so much skill. She does a wide variety of haircuts as well!
May 06, 2024
Very friendly, great sense of humour . Always a pleasure to see👍👍👍👍👍👍
Apr 06, 2024
Kara is absolutely the best, most knowledgeable, kindest, smartest, most wonderful stylist but also just an incredibly warm, kind and enjoyable person to spend time with. This was by far the best haircutting experience I've ever had! I'm a 58 year old transgender woman with male pattern baldness and a receding hairline so Kara had lots of challenges with me. She advised me on hair loss, wigs, extensions, makeup and we had this incredible conversation about relationships and gender and more. Kara is truly exceptional!
Apr 06, 2024
Kara is amazing. I've been getting my hair cut by her for probably 8 years. Unbelievable with her fades, and she will keep you in the chair until it is perfect. I've had days where I've fallen asleep in the chair, and others spent joking and laughing the entire time. My two kids get their hair cut by her also. Her patience with them is amazing and it's been great watching my kids who were once super sensitive with their haircuts grow and become incredibly trusting of Kara. Don't think twice about getting cut by her.
Feb 06, 2024
I've used kara for several years, and I would highly recommend her to anybody interested for coloring. She's polite and professional, and uses quality product.
Feb 06, 2024
Kara is a skilled artist in her work and I’m extremely glad I had the chance to work with her. She does an exceptional job! Highly recommended
Feb 06, 2023
Fresh cut, would recommend.
Feb 06, 2023
Her professionalism and talent is evident. If your looking for the impossible, Kara is the one to perform magic. Even my wife approved. Thanks!
Feb 06, 2023
Kara gives me the best high and tight haircuts That I’ve ever gotten, I say haircuts because she maintains it for me twice a month. I’m always satisfied 100 percent with a sharp Clean cut look blended perfectly with my light grade beard. Last but not least she’s always willing to navigate with you , if your a person with a busy schedule that needs a appointment change.. it always works out with her..
Feb 06, 2023
Kara will give you the best haircut experience in the Hudson Valley, super professional and makes each interaction suited to your needs and is very personal. Recommend everyone to her and she has already won my future kids as clients.
Feb 06, 2022
After she gave my daughter awesome haircut and color I started coming to her myself and driving 45 minutes to her is so worth it She is so educated and always improving herself Found solution how to color my hairs after henna and I’m so excited!!!! Also glossing is so worth it Tried first time today and definitely recommend it!!!! Kara is the best!!!!
Feb 06, 2022
Just got out of my appointment with Kara. I couldn’t be happier. I told her what I was looking for and we went over my options. Coming up with a plan, She explained well what she was doing just before doing it which really helped with my comfort level. I’m definitely going back!
Feb 06, 2022
Kara is amazing! Took a risk going to someone new after years of going to the same barber. I have to say that I am glad I took that risk because she gets the job done very well! Super friendly and awesome service. if you’re looking for a new barber/hair stylist, she is the one. Trust me!