I really like Liyah at nightbird salon in east rock. Saw her when I was growing out a buzz cut (I’m female) and she made my mop look like a real haircut. She’ll tell you if what you want won’t look good too, which I appreciate. Also had a good experience with Capture Salon downtown but you may have to emphasize how short you want to go— I went long to bob there and they left it a little longer than I wanted.