Business Details
Your Trusted Hair Salon in Durham, NC
Funky Monkey Hair Studio was founded by Paul Miller, a seasoned stylist with over 30 years of experience in North Carolina and New York City, where he served as Technical Art Director for Toni & Guy. Our studio was created to foster creativity and self-expression for both clients and staff. We specialize in personalized hair services, combining technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver signature looks tailored to individual preferences.Our team of master stylists holds certifications in leading haircare systems and stays current with evolving trends and techniques. We prioritize building lasting relationships through attentive service, ensuring every client feels valued and confident in their appearance. Located in Durham, NC, we serve a diverse clientele seeking excellence in hair artistry and a welcoming environment that celebrates individuality.
Services
Haircuts
Haircolor
Highlights
Blowout
Event Style
All Over Color
Retouch
Gloss
Partial Highlights
Full Highlights
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in advanced hair techniques and color systems.
- Our stylists are certified in Brazilian Blowout, Redken, and Schwarzkopf methodologies.
- We provide personalized consultations to create signature looks tailored to your lifestyle.
- Our team maintains ongoing education in the latest hair trends and technical innovations.
- We prioritize a creative, inclusive environment where clients and stylists express individuality.
Services
Haircuts
Our expert stylists provide precision haircuts tailored to your face shape, hair type, and personal style. We specialize in modern, classic, and gender-inclusive cuts using advanced techniques. Each session includes a personalized consultation to ensure your new look complements your lifestyle and maintenance preferences.
Haircolor
We offer vibrant, long-lasting haircolor solutions including all-over color, retouches, and gloss treatments. Our stylists use professional-grade products from Redken and Schwarzkopf to achieve perfect tones while maintaining hair health. Every color service includes a detailed consultation to match shades to your skin tone and desired vibrancy level.
Highlights
Create dimension with our partial and full highlight services using cutting-edge techniques like balayage. We customize placement and lightness levels to enhance your natural features. Our stylists ensure seamless transitions and maintain hair integrity through proper processing and aftercare recommendations.
Brazilian Blowout
Achieve frizz-free, shiny hair with our Brazilian Blowout keratin treatments. This service smooths hair for up to 12 weeks while maintaining movement and volume. Our certified technicians apply the treatment using precise sectioning techniques to ensure even coverage and optimal results for different hair textures.
Event Style
We create elegant updos and special occasion styles for weddings, parties, and formal events. Our stylists combine classic techniques with modern trends to design custom looks that last all day. Each appointment includes trial sessions and styling product recommendations for long-lasting hold.
People
Paul Miller
Owner & Master Stylist
With 30+ years of experience, Paul Miller is a certified stylist specializing in Brazilian Blowout, Redken, and Schwarzkopf color systems. He previously served as Technical Art Director in NYC before founding Funky Monkey Hair Studio to foster creative expression in Durham's beauty community.
Risa Tatum-Yasuda
Stylist
Risa Tatum-Yasuda specializes in gender-inclusive haircuts and seasonal transformations. Her expertise in modern techniques ensures clients achieve both trendy and timeless looks while maintaining hair health through personalized care recommendations.
Andrea Brame
Master Stylist
With 20+ years of experience, Andrea Brame excels in trending cuts, balayage techniques, and updos. Certified in Brazilian Blowout treatments, she combines technical skill with artistic vision to create versatile styles that adapt to clients' lifestyles.
Heather Fortune
Stylist
Heather Fortune brings artistic precision to hairdressing with a BFA in sculpture. Specializing in blonde transformations and razor cuts, she creates contemporary yet timeless styles. Her Aveda Institute training ensures technical excellence in every personalized service.
Questions
What hair services do you offer?
We provide haircuts, color treatments, highlights, balayage, Brazilian Blowouts, and special occasion styling for all genders.
How can I book an appointment?
Book directly through our website or call us at (919) 286-1818 during business hours Tuesday-Saturday.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Chronic no-shows will be charged full service fees.
Are your stylists certified?
Yes, our team holds certifications in Brazilian Blowout, Redken, and Schwarzkopf color systems with ongoing technical education.
Do you accommodate walk-ins?
We recommend appointments for guaranteed service times, but welcome walk-ins based on stylist availability.
