Styles Inspired By Marc

It’s a little expensive for a cut but the guys in here do great work. Nafis was able to look at my ideal haircut and tailor it to my face. I walked out looking feminine and fly.

I have been going to Sony for three years now and I have never left with a bad cut. The staff really knows what they are doing. Marc (the owner) runs an excellent barber shop with the best stylists and barbers. The shop is clean, new, and hip. The prices are a bit high but you really get what you pay for truly worth the price!

Marc always lines up fresh cuts. The vibe is always laid back, selections of classic hip hop on rotation, classic décor with a modern touch. This place isn’t just a barbershop, it’s a hybrid between barbershop and salon so don’t expect barbershop prices. Honestly, sometimes it’s essential to pay a little extra for superior quality. I always get cut by Marc but it’s easy to see the other guys know their way around the clipper and comb. As long as I live in Philly I’ll be copping my fades at Styles Inspired By Marc

I’ve been coming to this shop for 3 years now. The stylists inside have a wide variety of skill and can cut any texture of hair. I’ve never left feeling bad or self conscience about myself, which can happen at a barber shop that has less than quality barbers. The cuts are so good, that I have gifted haircuts to my friends who have fell in love with haircuts they received. The interior design of the shop is really easy on the eyes, super welcoming, floor to ceiling mirrors, and also has a classic feel with some of the antique barber chairs and chests.

Horrible! Rip-​off! Liars! Stay away!
I walk in put my coat on the hanger and am asked to sit down at the hair wash station. Right before getting a hair wash and shampoo I ask the girl that doing it what the price will be for my hair cut and beard, she replies $ 33. I asked again if that included everything and she replied yes. I thought it was a fair price because the shampoo was included. Shortly after my shampoo and was I am asked by Marcus, the owner, to come sit in his chair for the cut. The cut lasts 15 mins and he had me ready was ready to get me out of his chair without even asking me if I was satisfied with the cut. I had him go back to it twice. Which only lasted another 2 minutes. When I was done he said cash or credit. I said cash. Marcus said my total was $ 50. I told him I thought it was $ 33 because the lady washing my hair said it was, but he said no it’s $ 50 and he makes the prices. Then I pointed to the sign on the wall stating that student haircuts are $ 25 and Marcus stated that it’s only that price on Mon, Tues, Wed even though it was not stated anywhere. I said ok well then the sign also says that it was $ 30 for a haircut. Marcus said no it’s $ 40. I said it says right there on the sign that it’s 30, he goes no we didn’t put it up yet and that it’s $ 40+$ 10 for the beard. I told him that the only reason that I sat down for the cut is because it was gonna be 33 dollars. Marcus then says to me «you’re not walking out of here and only giving me $ 33». I told him I would give him 33+7 for tip totaling 40. Then he continues to say that I owed him $ 3 for the shampoo. I told him I didn’t ask for it and he said its mandatory. I only had $ 40 dollars to give him and left it for him. As I go to get my coat I ask the girl who washed my hair why she said my cut would be $ 33 and she said because it’s only supposed to be $ 33. As she’s speaking to me Marcus interrupts and says don’t talk to her. I told him I was rechecking the price and he repeatedly tells me to not talk to her. Then I left.
This was the worst barbershop experience I have ever had. The cut was mediocre and the rates displayed and told to the customer mean nothing. There are things called respect honor and integrity, none of these exist at styles inspired by marc barbershop located at 3854 Lancaster Ave Philadelphia, PA. To deal with someone so unprofessional such as Marcus is sad, especially he is the owner. What a shame!

I moved to Philadelphia a year and a half ago and have finally found the best haircut around. The vibe of the shop is great and all the staff are welcoming. You can’t go wrong here!

In regards to the atmosphere, though small, is by far one of the best layouts i’ve seen in a shop, and they take card — a immediate plus. Definitely some offsetting barbershop talk going on about «getting it in at 14»; but to each their own. Other than that, came out with a quick good cut, there was no real wait which is why I didn’t mind spending the extra ten ($ 30 total) for a cut. I had a lady named Julie, who seemed to be the newer barber in the shop since she had all of the walk-​ins like myself, and everyone else was appointment only. If I do come back I’ll definitely try to get Marc, or even Julie again. Definitely caters to a younger college aged clientele, I can’t imagine anyone 40+ coming in to get their haircut here.

I go to Nafis, and I won’t go to anyone else, anywhere else. A true pro, and I never walk out of there with anything but a perfect cut.
The shop itself is great, with a cool, fun vibe. Everyone there does great work.

Close your eyes, and pick a barber… you can’t go wrong! By far one of the classiest and professional barber shops in the city. Shampoos are mandatory, which is a great thing. Free parking can be a challenge due to all of the changes in the area, so bring a few quarters as there are always metered spots available in front.