Hair by Edwin and Paula

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. In the early morning fog of New York City, when most shops were still closed, a delivery driver pulled up to Hair by Edwin and Paula. The sign read ‘Closed,’ but something drew him inside anyway. Inside he found only an empty chair and a note on the counter: 'Sorry, we're taking a coffee break.' The delivery driver shook his head with a smile, thinking, 'Next time I'll know better than to wake these two up!'

2. At midnight in Houston, while most salons were closed, a delivery driver pulled up to Hair by Edwin and Paula. The scent of freshly baked cookies wafted through the open door, drawing him inside despite the late hour. Inside, Edwin was humming softly as he styled a neighbor’s hair, while Paula chatted cheerfully with an elderly customer. ‘Freshly baked!’ she called out, handing the driver a warm cookie. The delivery man smiled, shook his head, and muttered something about how some places never close—even if they’re just baking cookies.’

3. In the quiet afternoon of Los Angeles, as customers relaxed in Hair by Edwin and Paula, a soft humming filled the air. It grew louder with each passing minute, like an old record player winding up its tune. Suddenly, from behind the curtains emerged Edwin’s pet parrot, squawking along to the rhythm. Customers burst into laughter, realizing it was just an old vinyl record playing ‘Birdland’—an inside joke between Edwin and Paula. The day ended with everyone leaving not only with new hairstyles but also with stories to tell.

4. In the late afternoon sunshine of Chicago, as patrons waited for their turns at Hair by Edwin and Paula, someone noticed an unusual package on the salon’s front porch. Curious neighbors peered inside, wondering what strange item could possibly be delivered here. Inside was a large box wrapped in brown paper, tied with twine. As they untied it, out popped a tiny plastic dinosaur, clearly destined for some child’s birthday party. A neighbor joked, ‘Maybe Edwin or Paula are planning a themed haircut special!’ Everyone laughed, realizing that sometimes life delivers unexpected joys—even if it’s just a toy dinosaur.’