I just had my 3rd haircut by Alan. I am so very happy with his cuts. I think he started his stylist career in London and I credit that to his expertise. Each time I've shown him a picture of what I want. He looks for 1-2 seconds. By the time I leave l, my hair is identical to the pic. Unbelievable. I find that when I go to a new stylist I love the first haircut, but then each cut thereafter pales in comparison to the first. With Alan that is definitely not the case. I have 2 friends that have gone to him for years. I will keep going back until he moves back to Dublin. Please don't leave, Alan! read more

Alan is exceptional! One of the best haircuts I've ever had. I've never had a stylist be able to perfectly execute a cut from a picture I've shown them, but Alan did it! He's extremely detailed, talented and really easy to talk to! read more

I love this Hair salon!!! ALAN is the best! I just had a bad curly hair perm done by a different salon/person and came to this salon for some opinions and suggestions and Alan REALLY CAME THROUGH!!! He gave me a hair trim and It already feels a lot better. I feel so much more better about my hair and have hope because I'll definitely be visiting Alan for Future Hair trims. I LOVE THIS PLACE. THANK YOU ALAN! read more

Stylists LISTEN. I always get the cut and style I wanted. Allen is my stylist and he is a true gentleman. Thanks for everything

Ugh. I got a card in the mail for a very good deal on color at Styles. I put on my "I Support Local Businesses" romper (it's in my mind) and went in for an all-over color. Not only was the staff totally distracted, my colorist (?) basically slopped color onto my head, stuck me in the corner, and set a timer. Nobody puts my glopped head in a corner -- or they shouldn't, anyway. Was it because I presented my promo card? If so, that's crazy. I'm not a cheapskate! I was responding to *their* promotion! Anyway, my hair was fubared. Flat, dead, brittle, and gross. I had to go to another place a week later for help. They said my hair hadn't been colored properly, that there was product underneath the color, and that it needed a deep conditioning in a bad way. They did it for me and now it's okay. Skip this place, at least for color jobs. read more

Hi, I'm Kellie and I'm an Aveda junkie. (Hi, Kellie). You'll find me in here, not-so-secretly getting my fix. 'Tis true, I haven't yet tried any of the salon services. Who needs those when I have my pretty, pretty products? While they may not have everything under the Aveda sun, they have a hefty selection and almost always carry what I need. Yes, I may have a problem. Or do I? read more

I have been a client of Alan's for about 5 years or so now. HE IS AMAZING! I have never left disappointed and he is such a sweet and kind man. He also doesn't talk your ear off and isn't totally silent, he just follows "your lead" regarding conversation. If you know what you want done, or if you're open to a recommendation, Alan will get it done with a cherry on top! read more

I have to give Styles 5 stars. After living in Lakeview and getting average haircuts from snobby, pretentious hair stylists with no personality at ridiculous prices for many years it was a blessing to get a salon style haircut from a professional and fun hairstylist. Their price is above average for the neighborhood in my opinion at $35 for men, but worth it. I highly recommend Styles but can only speak from a male experience. They seem to have a pretty solid female business as well though. read more

Regular customer of Alan since I moved to Chicago in 1998. (I followed him from his prior employer once he opened Styles.) Always frendly and always a perfectionist. And when I had enough hair that I thought it mattered, he did my color/highlights as well which always looked terrific. He earns my business everytime I come back. Have recommened to friends and a girl friend and they have all thanked me for the recommendation Now if he could only cure the ever growing bald spot on the top of my head, I'd give him a sixth star. read more

I've been going to Linda at Styles for over 5 years and have always gotten great hair cuts. I don't dye my hair, so I can't comment on that, but she does a superb job with the cuts. My hair is wavy/curly and she has a very good understanding of what to do with it. Also, unlike a lot of stylists I've had in the past, she recommends products that fit my needs. I am very low-maintenance and hate products that leave residue in my hair. She always keeps that in mind when she does my hair and when she gives me tips on how to style it myself. Beyond her talent as a stylist, Linda is also a great conversationalist and is always very upbeat. I never feel like I have to struggle to figure out what to talk about. Styles is an Aveda salon so you can buy pretty much any Aveda product there. Also, unlike a lot of salons, they are open on Mondays. I usually go on weekends, but if I can't do that, I go after work during the week. I believe they stay open until 7, which is pretty convenient. A cut (for women) is 50 bucks, which is pretty reasonable I think. I would definitely recommend Styles and Linda to anyone who's looking for a salon. read more

I've been going to Alan for many years now and absolutely love the expert job he does with both my color and cut, which is important to me because when it comes to my hair, I'm vain and choosy. I cannot abide anything less than a perfect color job, especially since I'm a fake blonde and blonde can be very difficult to do well. In fact, Alan's so good that he's our family's stylist and we always recommend him every time someone compliments our hair. Alan is professional, knowledgeable, talented, kind and fun to talk to. He makes you feel well taken care of and comfortable, always patient with any questions you have may. He's also good about teaching you how to care for your hair, which again is vital for me since blonde requires special care and maintenance. I'll end with a story that captures just how good a stylist Alan is: A few weeks ago, I was sitting at a sidewalk cafe and a man, who introduced himself as a stylist, stopped specifically to compliment my hair color. He was impressed, saying that doing blonde well is the mark of a true professional and seeing the color in the sunlight always reveals whether or not the blonde was done by an expert. The sunlight revealed to this stylist that my color was perfect (his words), so much so that he had to stop to tell me. I'm moving to NYC and am sad about losing Alan as my stylist. I'm going to tell my new stylist, who has big shoes to fill, that I'm still going to have Alan do my hair when I visit Chicago. Thank you, Alan!! read more

After putting up with terrible haircuts from the budget places for years, I decided to give it a shot, and spend a bit more to see if it's really worth it, and it is! I mean, my awkward curly, thin hair is not much hair to screw up, but it was nice to have someone cut it that totally knew what they were doing. I live just up the street, have walked by the place hundreds of times and liked the look of the place, and I was in desperate for a haircut, so I made a last minute appointment. They were able to accommodate within 30 minutes. Styles was worth every dollar. I was a little nervous that they weren't going to make me feel comfortable while there, but my stylist Eric made me feel very welcome and chatted with me the whole time. He was very pleasant and did an excellent job and I will go back next time. I highly recommend Styles. read more

Hair color came out beautiful! I wish it had some of the nice touches of other Aveda Salons I've visited (hand massage, warm Towell wraps, green tea) that have hair services for the same price. read more

I just had my hair done and makeover at Styles. Just check out my profile pic. I look fabulous! If you look just half as good as I do, this place is worth it. The owner understands the special needs of larger and trans clients. read more

I want to start this off by saying that my hair wasn't in great shape when I went in. It had been over a year since I'd gone to a salon. While I'm not someone that normally spends a lot of time at a salon, this was atypical, as every 4-6 months is more common for me. So, I realize that my hair was very long and a bit of a mess. That said, I think it could have been handled better. When I came in, I explained that I wanted it cut so that my hair physically touched my shoulder and with bangs that moved to my left. He thought they should be to my right and I explained I really wanted them to my left. He agreed. He verified the length I wanted then, before brushing or washing my hair, pulled my hair back and promptly cut clear across with scissors. It was a blunt cut, and was much shorter than I had asked for. My hair was just barely below my ears. He then washed it. He did my bangs, which were on the opposite side of my face from what I thought we'd agreed on. All throughout the cut, he kept spontaneously explaining/justifying his cutting off my hair in one fell swoop like that. He told me it would make it easier to wash in his sink (without my commenting on it), he told me that having it shorter would be good since I "only cut my hair once a year" (at which point I reminded him that I would get it cut more often with the right stylist), he informed my husband that my new style was "more modern and feminine" and, at one point, spontaneously tried to convince me that the length in the back was the length that I asked for (it wasn't). Note that I didn't complain about what he'd done, aside from asking him not to cut it any shorter than that. I won't claim that my hair was in great shape before I went in there or that giving it a good cut would be a quick or easy job. That said, as a professional, if he didn't have the time or ability to do what I was asking, it was his responsibility to tell me. If he needed to cut off part of it before we started, he could have cut more conservatively and if he _absolutely_ believed that he could not cut it without chopping that much off, he should have discussed that with me. It would have been different if it was a shorter-than-expected but otherwise competent cut. However, it was not. It actually _looks_ like someone just took a large pair of scissors and cut across. My husband, an optimistic man that generally insists that all of my haircuts are flattering, admitted today that it was poofy and the entirely wrong cut for my hair. Honestly, I could have had a friend with no experience cut my hair and had the same effect. Fortunately, I'm fairly low-maintenance about this sort of thing and can just toss a hat over it until it grows in, but I really shouldn't have to. In short, I'd say that if you want something really simple done and this place is in your immediate neighborhood, then you may be okay here. However, I wouldn't go here for anything remotely complex or time-consuming. read more

I'd seen this place for years and when I needed to make a change I looked up Styles here on Yelp and decided to try Eric. I LOVE THIS SALON and LOVE ERIC!! Totally unpretentious, just skilled, talented people working in a well-managed salon! Can't say enough good things about Eric! I get my color done every other month and when I leave I can't even smell the color. I don't have that feeling like I just had intense chemicals all over my head. When I wash my hair the next day, I don't even see any wash-out. AMAZING! And Eric has found the perfect length my hair should be! Visiting Eric and Styles is always a great experience! read more

This place is great. A former stylist myself, I was pleased with the attention and thought my stylist, Linda, gave my hair. I went in a slight hot mess and walked out very chic. Cut and color for only $95? I dare you to find a price better than that a worthwhile salon! I would have given five stars if I hadn't heard the entire Madonna catalog while I was there and if they had a website. Otherwise, kudos to them! read more

If you have curly hair, finding the right stylist can be nerve wrecking...but thank goodness for Alan at Styles. I have been getting my curls snipped here for at least three years now. Great cuts and great color jobs...great service as well. All the stylists there are friendly, enjoy a good conversation, all while making you look good! Just FYI, bring cash for tip, can't put it in a credit card. read more

I have been seeing Alan for over 10 years for regular cuts and color. He is FANTASTIC. He did a great job recommending the right color combination to return my hair to the golden blonde I remember from my younger days, while making it look completely natural. He also gives me the best blowouts I have ever had - and I have unruly, long, and very thick hair. Every time I see another hairdresser to get my hair styled at an out-of-town wedding or other event, the stylists always compliment my cut and color and tell me never to switch hairdressers. I am also regularly stopped on the street with compliments about my hair and promptly give all credit to Alan. Alan also cuts my brother's hair and the hair of a number of my guy friends. I have learned that a good guy hair cut is often harder than a girl's cut, especially if the guy has thick or wavy hair and wants a stylish cut. Alan does a phenomenal job - he just has a great eye for what will look best given your facial structure and type of hair. I literally have guy friends who make sure to book an appointment with Alan any time they come to Chicago, because they can't find anyone who can style their hair as well. The best approach with Alan is just to ask him to do whatever he thinks will look best, both in terms of cut and color. You will come out with amazing results. The salon itself is lovely - small, relaxed, friendly, and all Aveda products, which means you walk out smelling just as good as you look. read more

I love Eric! I had been growing out my hair for over a year (coming from 20 years of close-cropped hair) just to achieve a certain style. Eric listened to what I had to say and helped me create the exact look I wanted. The salon is very well-kept and quiet and the staff is friendly. Loved it all around. read more

First of all, I learned that this place is actually "Styles" not "Styles Unlimited" which is what it used to be called before the new owners took over 6 years ago. It has NO connection to the "Styles Unlimited" in the burbs. FYI for anyone else who noticed the like-named salon in Cicero. I normally cut my own hair but was ready for a change. This place is close to my apartment and they use Aveda products so it seemed like the most logical decision. I was able to get in the same day, which is a plus because when I want a change of hair style, I want it now. While I was there most of the other clients were men - but don't let that deter you girls! I told my stylist, Christian, to just go for it and, like all good stylists should, he did! It came out much shorter than I had anticipated, but this is certainly not a bad thing. I LOVE the short haircut (which I could never have done on my own) and it was well worth the $40 I paid for it. Their Aveda products are cheaper than I'm used to paying too. The only remotely negative thing I have to say about this place is that they seemed to have over-booked Christian because halfway through my haircut his next appointment showed up. Perhaps they should schedule more than 30 minutes for each person. But this didn't seem to bother Christian. His overall demeanor was great. I'm not the kind of person who likes to chit-chat constantly while someone is cutting my hair, nor do I like to feel pressured to do so. While Christian was FAR from unfriendly, there was no awkwardness in the silences between conversations. So the five stars is really for Christian. I would give the establishment 4 for scheduling issues. Overall, a great experience! FIVE STARS!! read more

This is not your typical review. Which is why I am sharing. I visited Styles seeking a "fixer upper" haircut for my 4-year-old daughter who had (let's just be honest...) butchered her formerly long hair earlier that day in an effort to look like her beloved cousin. Her ambitious self style resulted in a range of choppy lengths from brand new bangs (NO!) to an asymmetrical chop to her previously nearly waist-length locks. After I calmed down, we talked about how sometimes it's NOT best to take things into our own hands. That's what the pros are for. Our pro with a shining smile was Joe. He didn't even blink when I arrived with 3 kids in tow and said "This one cut her own hair. Can you fix it? And now?" Joe treated my daughter with such respect, care, and kindness. She truly felt like a "big girl". He kept me informed of what would work (keeping some length in the back) and what wouldn't (a section so short he kept the longer length in front so it could all grow in with time). He even provided my thirsty sons with never-ending water. The result? One great haircut for a thrilled 4-year-old, one relieved and happy mama, and two boys who walked past Styles today and asked me to go back again - because they enjoyed it so much. THANK YOU Joe for your amazing talent, huge heart, and even bigger smile. And Styles for creating an environment where a frazzled mom and three kids leave feeling like we all had a day at the spa. :) read more

Styles Hair Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just went in to Styles on very short notice and got an appointment with Lauren. Sh made me feel very comfortable even though I was new to the salon. She made sure she understood what I was talking about and gave me advice for what would and wouldn't work with my hair type. I will definitely be going back, even though it was a hefty $52...wish they would have asked me if I needed some water or coffee...That is the only reason they didn't get 5 stars. read more

Let me just say.....as an Aveda junkie, there is no better salon in the city.

Great salon in Andersonville. Friendly team, great location and always provides a great haircut. I've been going for years and look forward to continuing my patronage. read more

I have coarse, curly hair that I've always hated. I've always struggled to find the right cut/length my whole life. I've been seeing Linda for about a year now and I never fail to walk out of Styles feeling like a million bucks. Styles is worth every penny. Thanks Linda!! read more

Ever since Alan cut my hair I've received numerous compliments. I'll go back!

I have been getting my hair done here pretty much since they opened, even when I didn't live in the neighborhood. Alan is amazing, whether you need a cut, color, or straightening treatment. I look forward to each and every visit because I usually have a good laugh, and I always walk out thrilled with Alan's work! read more

I love this place! I got my haircut there for the first time about a week ago. I loved my stylist, Kurt, and I got some great shampoo. Yes $35 is a bit pricey but you're definitely getting your money's worth. read more

I've been going to Linda for a while now and I think she is just wonderful. She is friendly and helpful, but most importantly she understands curly hair. I feel lucky to have found her. read more

5 stars for Linda! Her cuts are always spot-on and she does a great job with highlights. Yes, the salon costs more than the bargain places down the street, but Linda is so worth every penny. Hair crisis? Call her. Just need a reliable cut or color? Call her. She is delightful, lovely and practical. She won't give you a hair cut you don't want to maintain and the cut she gives you will last much longer than the average cut. I've recommended her to friends and family and they've all been pleased. She's a doll. Not pretentious, just very good at what she does. read more

Went back to try again, and this time Linda took me right away (thanks, Linda!) and the cut was GREAT.

The atmosphere here is amazing and all of the stylists greeted me and made me feel welcome. I got my usual highlight, blow out and trimming, but I decided to come to Styles Unlimited because my hair dresser had moved. I met and consulted with Joe, who is one of the stylists here. He made me feel comfortable and he assured me that he would take care of my hair. When all said in done, my hair looks better than it has ever looked before and I wish I would have known about this little salon sooner! Would have saved me a lot of time and money since it's conveniently right down on the main strip in Andersonville! Highly recommend. read more

I really wanted to like this place. I really did. However, I struggled with the ends of the spectrum here. At what point does focus and precision (for the most part) outweigh just not having any customer relations skills? That is my quandary about evaluating this place. Since moving here, I have found it very difficult to find a good male stylist who can do good men's hair. It shouldn't be a problem. Perhaps I was spoiled by my stylist in Atlanta, but men's hair is not too difficult, even when you throw in color. That being said, I believe that men, unless their hair is long, should not be charged the same color prices as a lady whose hair is ostensibly longer. My stylist in Atlanta felt that way, but they don't see it that way at Styles. I read some reviews on here (Yelp) and decided to give Styles a try. My first inkling should have been when I walked in and the receptionist, with whom I had booked the appointment the day before, said I was down for just a cut (I rarely, rarely, rarely, just get my hair cut, or colored, without getting the other done, especially when I am going out of town for a week or so, as I was that next day.) After some real huffy looks from the stylist, they finally decided they could work me in for both. Thank you, and I'm so sorry to have been an inconvenience as a paying customer. The stylist did good work, except for leaving my right ear full of color in spots where my partner could visibly see but I could not. The cut was fine, the color, except for the globs in my ear, was fine, and I was happy with the execution. The friendliness left something to be desired, as did the price ($105). I'm sorry, but that's a rip-off. I wanted to give it another try, so I did the next month. The stylist was a little friendlier, and perhaps because it was on a Saturday, I didn't leave with any color in my ear. Apparently Saturday is the receptionist's day off, as my stylist doubled as receptionist and often interrupted the cut with having to answer the phone. When I paid, and tipped him (15%, which is standard for standard salon service, not excellent or outstanding service), he looked at me as if he were insulted. He did hand me a small Aveda sample of hand lotion. I liked the cut, so I wanted to give it one more try. Third time did it for me. Stylist wasn't as friendly and precise. (Side note: I don't get people in their reviews on here who say they've been going to him for 20 years and how great he is...maybe I looked like someone he really hated or something.) He was in a little bit of a hurry, as he was leaving the next day to go out of the country. Color was again all over my ear, and luckily my partner had become pretty good at removing it for me. The few times I did try to engage the stylist, another woman of some British background interrupted, and as her voice carries, she made it very clear that she was running this or that half-marathon, and it was clearly a case of "those who have to boast that they're good at something usually are not," for if she's a competitive runner, then so is my great-grandmother (disclaimer, again: I ran cross-country collegiately, as in 70+ miles weekly, so I'm pretty good at identifying others who run, and knowing the language...not calling this lady a liar, but as Shakira says, "hips don't lie.") Most importantly, if she is doing those races, I didn't need to hear about them, and I didn't need to be interrupted with the little discourse I was able to pull from my stylist to hear about her adventures. This place just feels dated and old-fashioned. The customer bathroom looks worse than my first apartment's bathroom...you know, the one when you're first out of college. It could use a takeover by Tabitha. I hope while she's at it she inspires this stylist to have a little more personality. I'm not saying be over-the-top, but sometimes you just want your stylist to be friendly and not aloof, and especially not insulted when I tip you properly. I think this place has a lot of potential, but it needs some reinvestment. It was never busy when I was there, as I think the largest number of other customers I saw while I was there seriously was two. I have since found my stylist gem here, but I really, really wanted to like this place. I hate that I didn't. read more

Styles is a wonderful salon for both men and women. I have been going to Alan now for over 20 years. The services are varied for whatever you desire. The staff is friendly and the prices are competitive. It is best to make an appointment; but walk-ins are welcome. Being an Aveda Salon the products are varied so please ask for assistance when making a purchase. Happy Cutting! read more

It was my first time with Alan, my hair has been going through changes ( dry and breaking) and I was anxious about working with someone new. He listened to my concerns and what I wanted. He made a recommendation and explained why. I decided to go with his advice and I am very happy with the haircut. It looks right for the shape of my face and makes my hair look much healthier. I am a resident of Andersonville and wanted to give my business to a local salon. The salon was clean, modern, and the front desk was friendly and professional. A good friend recommended Alan and I pass that on via Yelp. I will return for color services in the future. read more

My stylist left, so I'm going too. That said, Styles was a great place to get my hair done for the past few years. Clean. Great service.

I've been to Joe twice now for a color/cut, and it's been a wonderful experience both times! He has a special affinity for fun, crazy colors, and did an amazing job turning my hair a beautifully vivid purple. Very kind, knowledgeable, talented, and truly an enjoyable person. Will definitely be a regular here & highly recommend! :) read more

I don't get regular haircuts, but when I do, it's a spur of the moment, need it done right now sort of thing. I called around to three other salons in the neighborhood on Valentine's Day (Saturday) to see if they had any last-minute appointments open. Everything was booked up for weeks. I called Styles and was told they had several openings for the day. I was kind of surprised when I heard that & even more so now that I've come back home after my haircut. This place uses only Aveda products, is clean & simply decorated. I saw Joe who warmly welcomed me and was great about striking up a lovely conversation. He is also the first stylist I've had who's actually listened to what I want for my hair & has done that, then more! He gave me my desired style and it ended up more amazing than I expected. I was expecting my bill to be pushing $90 based on my last haircut experience downtown. BUT I only paid $55 plus tip for one of the best cuts I've ever had. That's why I am slightly shocked that I was able to get an appointment here! Super friendly and awesome service, very affordable & a wonderful hair cut! I'll definitely be going back to see Joe. read more

Thank you, Alan (Allen?), for a great color and haircut! I don't know why I didn't try this place sooner. I'll definitely be back. I had no idea what I should do with my hair, but Alan did! The staff is friendly. The salon is clean and smells great. And it was cheaper than I expected, even with a $20 coupon! read more