Hmm. I came here last Fall and I still can't decide how I feel about the place. I only had my haircut, so maybe if I went for color, it would leave a bit more of an impression (hence the name). I remember that the girl I went to was incredibly awkward. Now, I'm no queen of small talk... but it was so quiet, it was weird. I never thought that I would have to make small talk with a hair stylist. Oh well. My haircut was alright. It didn't make me cry, but it didn't make me come back. read more

Steven is fantastic! I have found my new stylist! Steven really did a nice job on my cut & color. He listened to what I wanted, and gave suggestions-- which is all I really want in a stylist, why is it so hard to find? He took the time to explain *exactly* what he was doing. He was cute, funny, and made me feel great. He is quite the chatty one though! You have been warned: give yourself a lot of time. I think my double-process color + cut took about 3.5 hours. But it is so worth it. read more

I have been seeing Tony for a couple of years now. He does a wonderful job highlighting my blonde hair. He is very particular and knowledgeable about tones that work well for each person. With the products they use, my hair never feels dry or over-processed. Instead, it is always soft and shiny! You can tell by how well he is always dressed that he knows a thing or two about what looks good and will give an honest opinion about what style may or may not work for you. He actually listens to your input about length and will not deliver the opposite. I have also gotten hair extensions at this salon. Tony is always excited to offer support on how to put them in and welcomes me to come in for a new style with them. He is able to transform me into a bombshell in no time! Great for a special night out! Since I have been so happy with my experience, I recently referred my boyfriend to Tony as well. He has been happy with his cuts and continues to commute from the suburbs to see Tony. read more

Came here as a result of a Yelp! review and haven't left since! While a little pricey, Jorge has done a fantastic job of cutting my hair. If it wasn't the best service I've had, I wouldn't be willing to foot the bill. Always willing to suggest different things and taking the time to do a painstaking job, I would most certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a great haircut! read more

I have been coming to Colours for quite awhile and just recently found out that my stylist Tina H. has moved to another salon in the area. She is now at Gordons in Lakeview on Clark St. I haven't had a chance to go into the new salon yet but I hear there are a few more amenities you get for the same price so it sounds worth it. Michelle read more

I went in for a color on their 1/2 off any service special. I told them specifically what I wanted. I had pink streaks in my hair. I wanted them gone and my hair to look relatively natural. Needless to say, I walked out of the salon with pink still in my hair. As he was washing it out, he stopped and looked at my hair. So I know he noticed. He didn't offer to fix it and didn't ask if I liked it. I felt weird complaining about it since I am not that type of person, plus he DIDN't ask. AND while coloring my hair he answered his cell phone. The price came out to $45 so that means this was a $90 coloring job- NOT WORTH IT! If you want a good color go to Black Hearts Salon. A good cut at Art and Science. Sometimes saving money just isn't worth it. read more

like D M., i live down the street from this salon and have often passed by it on my way to various other stores. last saturday though, i woke up with the feeling that i needed my hair to be cut, so i ventured out in the semi-blizzard and stopped by to see if they were accepting walk-ins. dee (delia) was the woman who greeted me and just her luck, she was just finishing with a customer. we sat down for a couple of minutes while she assessed my hair and asked me what i wanted done. i told her i was trying to grow out my hair but hadn't cut it in about 5 months and was sure i needed a trim. she talked out that she would give me some long layers and then clean up my bangs (which i attempted, in vain, to trim myself...oops). being the most awkward person alive (read: i suck at small talk), dee just happened to bring up the only thing that i could truly talk about (shopping -- hi, i'm your stereotypical girl when it comes to that) and about an hour and a half later, my hair was about 2 inches shorter. my own assessment: while i had fun talking with dee, im a little perplexed as to why it took an 1 1/2+ hours. however, my hair looks incredibly healthy and clean cut. the haircut was $50, which i suppose is a normal price for a haircut, but for what i wanted (again, just a trim) i probably should have braved the four blocks and walked down to supercuts. when i feel as though i want my hair styled, i will def. go back to dee. but in the meantime as i grow my hair out, when i need a trim, my cheap ass is probably going to head over to supercuts. read more

I frequently travel to Chicago and attempted to be a first-time client at Colours, but was highly disappointed by false advertising. In the window, they advertised, "Tuesdays 1/2 off any service, first time clients only (blow dry not included)." I first tried to get partial highlights ($70) but was told that only full highlights ($120) were included in the new client special. When I agreed to full highlights, they changed their stance to say that only full highlights PLUS a haircut were included in the new client special. The advertisement explicitly stated that "any" service was included with the exception of blow dry. I do not recommend Colours Hair. read more

I go to this salon once a month to get my color retouched and a trim. I have been going there for about 2 years I think. I always see the same girl, who does highlights, overall color, and cut for me. (Her name is Tina - the redhead.) I have ranged over the past 2 years from very blonde to light brown low lights and lots of natural blonde highlights. I get compliments on my hair constantly and I just pray that Tina never moves away like my last two stylists, because I will go to her forever if I can. read more

A few months back I won a coloring service with Stephen at charity raffle for a local theater company. Reluctantly I booked the appointment- let me explain my reluctance. I have lots of hair, tons of it and I have consistently worn out hair stylist after hair stylist. By the time the blow out comes around and I have been sitting in their chair for 2 hours, they are just done with me. Enter Stephen Whitt: I walked in, sat in his chair and explained what I was thinking of getting for color- he was initially like "Girl, you have lots of hair" Me "I know, I am sorry". He immediately put me at ease let me talk myself in and out of a few different color scenarios ( I am Gemini, so I was all over the map from blonde highlights to ending up with burgundy and golden highlights), he didn't make me feel nuts or that I was bothering him, sometimes a girl just doesn't know what she wants, he seemed to roll with it well and made me laugh in the process. It was late, like 7pm when the appointment started and I didn't leave until 10pm, I felt terrible but Stephen was more than patient, kind and entertaining to talk to. He is truly good at his craft and my head of hair really puts skills to the test. I am so happy fate had it that I won that gift certificate and was put in the chair of Stephen, I am recommending him to all my friends of any hair type. I ended up getting a haircut at last minute with him too. I hadn't planned on it but he was like "you're here, you're hairs is wet, just be done with it" he was right. He put great layers and even taught me a new technique on the blowout, turning me onto this fantastic hybrid brush of sorts (half paddle brush half round brush- a curly girls dream brush, which they sell for a VERY reasonable $15.00). Even after the salon closed, a haircut a two process color, he didn't loose steam on me at the blowout, which usually happens. This to me is the sign of a quality hair stylist. The color I ended up getting is rich and beautiful, My hair hasn't looked this good in years. He really knows what he is doing with color, I am thrilled to have found him and as I said (or asked) him at the end of my appointment, "I am yours if you will have me" ha- If you are looking for a comfortable environment, quality products and pricing, exceptional service and talent to back it up, go see Stephen at Colours! Do it! read more

Colours is my go-to neighborhood hair salon. I have been going to Tony for my cut and color and he does a great job. I can tell that he really wants me to look my best and doesn't try to sell me that I need any unnecessary services. The last time I went, I booked an appointment for a highlight and cut (I have really long hair... and I just wanted to trim any split ends)... he said I could wait on my cut and I appreciated his input. It's not cheap, but no great salon is! It's always been easy to get an appointment. If you are looking for a good salon in East Lakeview, I would highly recommend. read more

A fabulous hair cut and color is something I will never skimp on! I've been religiously going to Colours for about 6 years now and couldn't imagine going elsewhere. Now that I live even farther away in the South Loop, I still make that northbound commute because it's worth the time and effort! Leticia aka "Hair Goddess" is a pro and provides impeccable service. She listens, offers honest advice, and by now knows exactly what I want and does the most amazing highlights/lowlights (lighter in the summer, darker in the fall). I often receive compliments from friends and coworkers the day after. Appointments are easy to make and I adore the staff (Jorge, Tony, and Steven). I highly recommend them Colours Hair Studio. read more

I used to go to this salon for years. My favorite stylist Tina moved to Gordons in Lakeview. Last week I called to get an appointment and they said she was on vacation for a month. Thankfully, I ran into a friend and she told me she moved to Gordon's. I went and boy was I impressed. Scalp and hand massage were all included. What a bargin. Do yourself a favor and skip Colours and give Tina a try at Gordon's. read more