You do not need a barber's vocabulary
A successful brief can be as straightforward as explaining what you want your hair to do. Tell the barber whether you sweep it sideways, wear a fringe or want it to sit without a dryer. Then identify what bothers you now. Saying that the hair above your ears sticks out gives the conversation a clearer purpose than choosing a fashionable name you are not entirely sure about.
Some familiar terms still need a little unpacking. Short back and sides leaves the length on top open to discussion. A taper shortens selected edges gradually, while a skin fade reaches bare skin within the blend. Asking for texture usually concerns movement and the distribution of weight. None of these expressions tells the barber exactly how much you personally want removed, so pair terminology with a visible length reference.
Use pictures to narrow the brief
Bring an image that shows the feature you actually want: perhaps the fringe shape rather than the whole haircut. A side view helps explain how the outline should sit around the ear. If you have an older picture of your own hair that worked well, include it. It can reveal preferences that are difficult to describe, without implying that someone else's density or growth pattern can be copied.
It is equally useful to identify your limits. Say if you do not want exposed scalp, a hard part or a sharply squared neckline. Before work begins, ask to see the amount that would come off and agree on the areas to leave longer. For beard work, distinguish between reducing length and changing the outline. A few specific decisions are more valuable than a long list of disconnected style terms.
Check the team profile and the appointment
English is listed for every member of the published team. Additional languages are individual: Dutch and Russian should not be assumed across the whole team. If another language matters to you, consult the current personal profiles rather than relying on a general shop description. Language information helps you choose a person; the service description helps you reserve the appropriate appointment for the work you want.
For example, a Haircut & Beard Combo costs from €60 (Barber) / from €70 (Senior Barber) / from €75 (Master Barber) and takes 60 min. Longer or textured scissor work is listed as a scissor cut at from €49.99, while a single-length buzz cut is from €30. Review the published prices and the selected service before confirming online. If your reference involves several changes, clarify the scope instead of treating a haircut booking as an open-ended grooming appointment.
Who does it
Joji
Barber
Scissor Cuts & Classic Haircuts
Book with Joji →Robby
Master Barber
Beard Sculpting & Hot Towel
Book with Robby →Mo
Master Barber & Stylist
Men’s Grooming, Skin Fades & Beard
Book with Mo →Getting here
Find Icon at Marathonweg 21-23, 1076 SZ Amsterdam in Amsterdam Zuid, near Olympiaplein and the Olympic Stadium. Take tram 24 to stop Olympiaplein and consult current route information for your journey. Drivers should allow for paid street parking and check the signs where they park. The shop's opening hours are 09:00–20:00. Keep your booking details handy so you can check the treatment, person and time you selected.
Frequently asked questions
Does an English consultation change the price?
Pricing follows your treatment rather than the language of the conversation. Classic haircut rates are from €39.99 (Barber) / from €45 (Senior Barber) / from €50 (Master Barber), and standalone beard shaping is from €25. Select the menu option that covers your intended work.
How much time covers the consultation and cut?
The classic appointment includes its initial discussion within 40 min. A beard-only slot is 30 min; select the 60 min combination for both hair and facial hair.
Should an English-speaking guest book ahead?
You may enquire about an open chair in person, but speaking English does not create availability. Choose an online slot when your schedule requires a confirmed time.
Can the same appointment include beard instructions?
The Haircut & Beard Combo covers both areas at from €60 (Barber) / from €70 (Senior Barber) / from €75 (Master Barber). Explain which beard sections should remain longer, and use a reference or point to the outline you want to discuss.
How do I discuss a return appointment?
Ask when your preferred shape will need attention and explain how much softness you tolerate as it grows. Maintenance is determined by growth and style, not the language used during the consultation.
Can I explain everything without speaking Dutch?
You can use English for the consultation. Describe your routine, preferred length and any details you want to avoid. Plain language and pointing to specific areas are useful even when you know haircut terminology.