As a salon owner and stylist with over twenty years of experience serving clients in Chicago, Agnes is a leader in her field. Her passion for helping people look and feel their best has led her to create a salon where every customer is cared for with excellent service that meets their individual needs.

Agnes’ approach is simple - she listens to what her clients want and studies their facial and bone structure to create a look that matches their physical and emotional needs. Agnes takes pride in the salon experience she has created, supporting a loyal and dedicated team that helps shape the overall Agnes O experience.

Agnes understands the importance of finding a good fit with a stylist and strives to build long-lasting relationships with her clients based on trust and respect. With Agnes’ extensive experience and attention to detail, she is confident in her ability to deliver exceptional results that exceed the clients' expectations.

As a leader in the beauty industry, Agnes is dedicated to staying up to date with the latest trends and techniques, ensuring that her clients always receive the best possible service. If you're looking for a stylist who cares about your needs and will work tirelessly to help you achieve your desired look, look no further than Agnes O.

Sylwia is a dedicated Mast Hair Stylist whose keen eye for style has cultivated her an exceptional clientele.

She has immersed herself in the world of hair design, blending classic techniques with contemporary trends.

Her discerning taste and ability to translate clients' visions into stunning hairstyles makes her a go-to destination; for those seeking the epitome of luxury in hair care.

Sylwia’s journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to the art of hairstyling and the creation of an unparalleled experience, for her clientele, in the vibrant tapestry of Chicago's high-end beauty landscape. Sylwia continues to leave an indelible mark with her creativity, passion, and dedication to crafting exceptional hairstyles.

Perfectionist, passionate, professional: three words that define the artistry of Brooke Ingram. With a seasoned background in classic cutting and long-hair styles, Brooke has built reputation for excellence in Chicago and beyond. She brings an inmate sense of creativity to her work, both as a stylist and an educator, graduating numerous assistants to the cutting floor over the last 16 years. Brooke’s approach to design ensures each and every client a thoughtful and measured consultation, an innovative look to match their unique styles and tastes, and top-notch service that doesn’t end when you leave the salon. If you’re looking for a true partner in style, contact Brooke today!

Classic, chic, and precise: three words that define the artistry of Nicole Passolano. With an expert background in modern haircuts with all types of texture, Nicole has built a reputation for big hair transformations in Chicago. Her talents include styling, haircuts, extensions, and on demand services, she brings a European approach to her work. Nicole has traveled all over the world seeking inspiration, and absorbing influences in European and French cultures. Her stylists, an internship at Harpo Studio and classes hosted by Hair Talk Extension, and Keratin Complex. Her work has been featured in Allure Magazine, Modern Luxury Brides, The Knot, People Magazine, Giuliana and Bill, Chicago Social Brides, and US Weekly. Nicole takes pride in learning about her client’s personality and style to create the best look for them. She enjoys spending time with her family and her English lab, Frankie.

My love of design led me to the realization that I enjoyed making others look and feel good about themselves. As a result, I have spent the last twenty-five years in salons throughout the Gold Coast, delivering great haircuts and making lasting connections with my clients. My style is based on my formal training in both the Jacque Dessange and Vidal Sassonmethodologies as well as techniques crafted throughout my career.

Gildas Orillard was born in France in the Brittany Region. At 18 years old he moved to Paris where he worked for over 10 years at the top rated salons at that time. In particular he worked for Franck Provost Salon where he flourished in his knowledge of color, cutting and up-do’s. From there Gildas moved to several different salons including Jacque Dessange, Maniatis, and free-lance.

In 2002 and 2003 Gildas was traveling for work in London, Nice and Cannes all for work at prestigious hotels and salons. In 2004 Gildas decided to take his talent to Mexico in the cities of Guadalajara at Salon Patrice Mulard, Mexico DF, and Merida, Yucatan at Salon Jacque Dessanges.

After learning the language and culture of Mexico, Gildas decided to see what impact he could make in the United States and he moved to Chicago and Miami. He has worked at Mon Ami Coiffeur, Jacque Dessange, Taylor Reese Salon on Oak Street and now Agnes O Salon.

Gildas had an extensive 5 year education in studying hair cutting, styling, and color. He is continuously learning new techniques and bringing ideas of the best products to the salons where he is practicing. He welcomes new clients and is always excited to bring his best to help you look your best! Gildas specializes in: Color, Cut, Blow Dry, Up do’s, and extensions. He is prolific in working with hair color in different cutomers and what their skin and hair can take. His up-do’s for night time events make you feel special.

Michelle has been working in the industry for 15+ years. From a young age she had multiple friends in the beauty industry, so she has always been surrounded by it. The moment this industry became her calling was really when she felt the rush from putting the finishing touches on a makeover haircut. You can really boost someone’s mood, change their day, and give someone a ton of confidence from a killer blowout or new haircut. From that moment on she was hooked. Michelle is constantly learning, re-inventing, and educating herself on new styles, trends, and techniques. she prides herself on creating a completely unique look for each of her clients.

Pascal has been working in the industry for about 30 years. Originally from Paris, Pascal came to New York to open a franchise of French salons by Jacque Dessange and Frederic Fekkai. During this time he was working on freelance hairstyling for runway and fashion magazine. He has had the pleasure of working with Cindy Crawford, Christy Turlington, Jennifer Connelly and many more celebrities. After commuting between New York and Chicago for fifteen years, Pascal finally made Chicago his home.

I come from a family of hairdressers – my two sisters, who live in the Netherlands, are also hair dressers. Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve wanted to do hair. I’ve been working in Chicago as a professional hair dresser for over 22 years. Previously I worked for a Gold Coast salon for 22 years and Harpo Studios for 14 years. While at Harpo, I provided both employees and guests of the Oprah Winfrey Show color and cuts in their spa.

Rochelle has been in the hair industry for over 30 years, and still loves what she does. She has developed a personalized approach to hairstyling which allows clients to achieve the look they want. Rochelle puts your considerations first. She makes sure you can recreate the look at home with little effort and time.

She takes your lifestyle, the shape of your face, texture of your hair and your natural growth into consideration when creating the style with you. Your happiness is her ultimate goal.

Her specialties include:

Master Stylist, Natural Davines Colorist, Curly Hair Expert

She is trained in several curly hair techniques such as, Ouidad and Deva Curl and has even developed a few of her own. She is an expert in dry cutting as well. She is a well rounded stylist with experience in all types of hair.

Through personalize attention and understanding, Rochelle has succeeded in establishing a very satisfied and stylish clientele.

Jillian's passion for hair and making people look and feel beautiful has made her one of the most respected hair stylists in the industry. She is recognized as one of Chicago's leading beauty experts and has been featured in Michigan Avenue Magazine, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Social, the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Sun Times, and Modern Salon and was chosen as Allure Magazine's "Best of the Best in Beauty." Jillian was a guest on In the Loop with iVillage on NBC, and in 2010 she was recognized in Chicago Magazine's Hair Awards.

One of her signature techniques is Balayage - a paint-on highlighting process that doesn't use foils. Why Balayage? According to Jillian: The color blends more naturally and the outgrowth is better. Jillian wants her clients to keep their color long after they leave the salon.

Chicago Magazine once quoted her as saying: "I want to make people feel and look sexy. I start with the Sassoon style of cutting, which is very regimented and meticulous; then I do the rest freehand - I sculpt hair to fit the face and head shape - and I don't let people walk out of here looking ordinary."

Jillian is also creator of hair health, Hair Health is a science-based anti-aging shampoo and conditioner duo formulated for healthier-looking hair.

You may learn more about Jillian Seely and Hair Health:

www.hairhealthbyjillianseely.com

www.jillianseely.com

Alyn Topper is an eco-conscious vegan performing clean, non-toxic hair services with organic, plant-based products.  Alyn’s specialties range from lived-in looks, tousled waves, sleek bobs, and long, layered locks. Alyn’s most valuable skill is his ability to collaborate with clients to create customized color and cuts, while using the latest techniques to unlock the clients' true hair potential, all without sacrificing one's health with toxic chemicals, and lowering the carbon footprint while he works.

Alyn developed an interest in hair at a young age. His craft is deeply rooted in his love of music, television, and film. Alyn splits his time between the salon and working in the film and television industry. You can see his Emmy award winning work on shows such as The Dropout, The Quest, and Ahsoka. Alyn works with some of Hollywood's most elite performers, creating characters and iconic looks both on and off the screen. 

Alexi, a seasoned stylist with an illustrious career spanning many years, was born in France. Having received formal training at the prestigious Jacques Dessange Paris, Alexi brings a touch of Parisian elegance to the world of hairdressing. Specializing in crafting stunning looks for blondes, Alexi's skill and passion extend to providing a comprehensive range of services for clients seeking personalized and timeless transformations. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to staying abreast of the latest trends, Alexi is dedicated to helping individuals express their unique style through the canvas of their hair. Whether it's a classic cut, a vibrant color, or a modern trend, Alexi's commitment to excellence ensures a delightful and transformative experience for every client in the salon chair.

Bangs, Bobs, Shags and everything in between Toni Schneider has been specializing in the art of Haircutting for 20 plus years. Her signature is creating movement and texture in the hair while maintaining a strong modern shape. She also has extensive experience in creating a beautiful, polished Blow dry. 

Toni started her career in Chicago after an intense apprenticeship with her mentor Marianne Strokirk. She has trained at top institutions such as Redken Exchange NYC and loreal institute NYC. She has also been educated by countless other artists from around the country. 

After becoming an Educator herself Toni co-created apprenticeship programs that would be responsible for putting many apprentices on the floor. Continuing education and staying on top of trends is a passion for Toni. 

Professionalism, creativity and relaxation are what she strives to give each client while they are in her chair. Some laughter doesn’t hurt either.