Epoch Studio Salon

Just had my first cut and color with Annie and it was great. She really listened to what I was looking for and is happy to work with you. She seems skilled at what she does! The salon was also flexible with scheduling and moved up my appointment… and it’s a low key atmosphere. Ill definitely be going back.

Beth is amazing!!! My bayalage came out perfect. It was everything I was asking for. The Epoch loft salon is a hidden gem. If you want color done right, don’t think twice about coming here! Thanks again Beth!

I’ve been going to see Beth at Epoch for more than 2 years now and wow. She is truly an expert at balayage. I’ve never received so many compliments on my hair in my life! The place is clean, Madelaine is personable and great at running the place.
LOVE LOVE LOVE. When I move, I don’t know what I’m going to do!

Beth is AMAZING! I travel a lot and my balayage lasted me for 6 months… I just needed to come in for a touch up! Beth also mentioned she is teaching classes on how to do similar work because she gets many ‘color correction’ clients. It is called, «Pass the Brush.» She told me she learned the balayage technique in New York and California and that is why she is booked SOLID. If I was in this industry, I would definitely take a course from her!!! Plan very far ahead to get in with her… she is probably one of the best in Chicago. So lucky to have found her… on Unilocal,of course! Xoxo

I absolutely love Epoch Studio Salon. I have been going to them for years, and I always leave happy. From subtle highlights to beautiful balayage, Beth has never steered me wrong. As someone who likes to change it up a lot (in terms of both cut and color), Beth is great for advice on what my next look should be, or what color is complimenting my skin during a particular season of the year.
I love Epoch so much that I was happy to have them as my wedding stylist for me and the whole wedding party! Steph did an absolutely beautiful job creating elegant updos for my girls and I, while Zee slayed the makeup game! I couldn’t have been happier with the outcome.
The studio is absolutely adorable. Always clean with a warm and welcoming staff. I would recommend this salon to anyone looking for a fresh new look and for the person just looking to enhancing there signature style.

Went to Epoch for the first time last night and got a cut and balayage from Annie who was wonderful.
I found Epoch on Unilocal when I searched for the highest rated balayage service in the city and was convinced by all of the positive reviews that I had to go in and see Beth, but when I called Beth was booked out for several weeks (duh) and I couldn’t get in to see her before my upcoming engagement shoot for which I wanted my hair done. But the receptionist said Annie would be able to take me and I’m so glad I took the appointment. If you’re thinking about going in, don’t be scared to try one of the other stylists. As a matter of fact, Annie was pretty excitedly telling me about how much she’s learned from working with Beth and the other stylists at Epoch and that they all regularly lead and/​or attend training sessions with each other so that they can continue learning and improving their techniques.
My main points:
* It’s a little pricey, but worth it. Cut (long, thick, full hair) and balayage was $ 230 +tip which is a lot but I was willing to pay as long as the results were good — and they are!
* Service gets a full 5 stars. I was there almost 3 hours which is probably a little bit longer than it would normally take but Annie was «double-​booked» in that once she had put the color in my hair and it was time for me to sit under the lamps anyway, she had another client come in for some color. However, she seemed to have timed everything perfectly so that she was doing her color while I was having to sit and let mine set. And she was very forthcoming about how long I would wait and came to check on me precisely when she said she would — I didn’t feel forgotten at all. I thought she handled it really well. She also really listened to me when I first came and told her what I was hoping to accomplish and before starting anything, talked me through her plan for my hair and then we followed it to a T. Another thing I liked is that on their new client form they ask what your «hair pet peeve» is (mine is short flyaways near my hairline) and Annie read that and addressed it with me at the very start and said she would show me a drying technique that would help with it and she really did. She was really open about giving me styling tips that no other stylist has ever shard with me. It sort of reminded me of having to take math tests in school where it wasn’t enough to have the right answer, but you had to show your work and how you came to that answer. By talking me through everything she was doing, Annie made me feel really confident being in her hands — it’s clear she knows what she’s doing.
* As far as my hair, Annie blew me away. I went in really excited about the color (I’d never done balayage before) and knew I needed a cut but thought it would be more of a clean up. Annie suggested really defining the layers while making sure that they still blended nicely and didn’t create a «shelf» and taking out some of the bulk from my ends and she ended up giving me the best hair cut I’ve ever gotten. She took more length off than I thought I wanted to do (because it takes me a long time to grow out my hair) but because of the style and overall health of my hair now, I can’t tell it’s any shorter than it was before the cut. I absolutely love it.
* Ambiance/​vibe was very cool. The salon is part of a larger collective that also provides wedding styling and produces commercial and wedding videos so they share a cool loft space in West Town.
I’m already looking forward to my next appointment with Annie!

HORRIBLE… It’s dirty, it smells, WORST EXPERIENCE EVER!!! Small salon and so hidden it’s a joke. Way too dirty for me

If you are looking for the perfect balayage you must go to Beth!!! I was extremely nervous about getting my hair colored and Beth took time to listen to all my concerns and expectations and the final product was everything that I had hoped for and more! Beth is a master colorist and you cannot go wrong with her!

Requested two braids with Annie! She did an amazing job and finished within 15 minutes! She is awesome, the staff is professional and friendly. I called quite a few salons with inflated prices I am so glad I found you! I will tell all my friends and family! The studio is Epic!!!

Great salon with people who know what they are doing. There’s a good reason their phone was ringing NON STOP today when I was there. Evelyn did my cut and did my color (balayage) and I’m obsessed. Prices are very reasonable (but better than river north prices) and first time clients get 10% off. I’m going back for sure! Pics on my Instagram @itsmejesslee

Inconsistent and over billing.
Poor quality services.
Rude and condescending customer service. Would not recommend will not be returning.

I have never had my hair dyed before but caved in when I couldn’t hide my greys any longer. I was terrified of changing my hair color and I did my research and settled on going to Epoch after reading all the great reviews from Unilocal.I made an appointment with Beth and after a consultation we ended up doing two processes: all over semi permanent color to cover the greys and bayalage to add dimension. Beth did my color while Madeline did my blow dry and style. My hair came out looking amazing! I was beyond happy with the results. Not only was the color great, but the blow dry and style was the best I’ve ever had done. Better than my normal salon and better than the blow dry bars. My hair is thin and I wanted loose tossels, not curls, and Madeline made it work. Thank you so much to Beth and Madeline again!
One negative is the parking is awful. If you can, take public transportation or an Über/​Lyft etc. I came from the suburbs so that wasn’t an option for me but I highly recommend it.

Absolutely love the chic loft set up with the city backdrop out the window. I have been going to the same salon in the suburbs for my entire life and am very picky about how my hair is done. I figured since I have been living downtown for about a year now, I should find a place nearby. I saw the reviews on Unilocal for Eposh and scheduled an appointment with Beth. They have a million magazines to keep you preoccupied while you wait for your color to set in and Beth is so sweet and incredibly talented. She recommended I get a partial bayalage and a trim and I am more than happy with the results. Beth settles for nothing but perfection with the hair she does and she really takes the time to make you feel special.

I started coming here once I moved permanently to the city in 2014 and it has been my absolute favorite salon ever since.
The space has high ceilings and beautiful natural lighting. It is gorgeous. It’s always kept super clean and neat.
Beth definitely saved my hair in the beginning and has been taking great care of it ever since. She is really understanding and open to your ideas and look. She is super precise and careful when dying and cutting. She is really personal and sweet. Madelaine is such a sweetheart too! Everyone who works here has been nothing but nice to me. It creates a very comfortable atmosphere. It feels great to have trust in a stylist and salon.
As for balayage, definitely come here. Beth is extremely talented at hair painting. I am always satisfied with mine!

The salon is as cute as can be. The receptionist was friendly upon arrival and they have the most adorable dog hanging around so he helped keep me company while I waited for my appointment! As for my experience, I came in to get my first balayage with Crystal. She was nice, but perhaps not as welcoming and friendly as other hairdressers I’ve met before. The balayage came out just okay — I neither loved it or hated it. The weird thing is when I called initially… I asked for an appointment with Beth and the person on the phone said no one named Beth worked there. When I arrived, Beth was working on another client so she definitely exists. I’ve seen her work and it’s awesome!

I went in for a bayalage hair color/​hair cut/​hair makeover and let me tell you guys that Beth is a hair goddess! I’ve been changing hair stylist every two months for the past year and finally found my go to girl. I was a little nervous since I have my baby shower in a couple days but after seeing my transformation I couldn’t have been happier. She told me exactly what would happen with my hair and what she could and could not do with the picture I showed her (no false hopes given!) Yes, it was a little pricey but I did get a lot done so it was def worth every penny and they gave me 10% off for first time service as well.

Upon strolling into Epoch I was taken a back by it’s gorgeous interior. The loft was spacious with exposed brick and swanky furniture. I was even offered a glass of wine… I felt like an elite among the best of the best.
Beth, my stylist, was warm and welcoming as I had never been there before. She took great time and care while painting in my balayage highlights. There seemed to be a miscommunication though because instead of receiving a partial, I was given a full balayage (I was now blonde, a former brunette). This was very upsetting. The reason I still gave 4 stars though was this:
After calling in to express my frustration, Epoch and Beth immediately fit me in for a new appointment. I was refunded for the mistake and she painted brunette back into my hair, fixing me up nice and good. I was very happy with the final outcome and their willingness to solve the problem with swiftness and kind attitudes.
Overall, talented people who mean well. I recommend!

I found Epoch on Unilocal and was really hoping it was not hyped up to be something better than it really was. Today I learned it is as AMAZING as everyone claims! And I’m really not just saying that. I never post reviews, good or bad. But I felt that I absolutely had to say something because I was so pleased with my haircut and services overall!
I just moved to Chicago from California and did not know who to trust with my hair. I was also experiencing some damage/​dryness that words could not explain. I went in today with my hair naturally dried and showed Megan the damage and she provided me with numerous things I could to do prevent further damage and she also recommended an olaplex treatment. I was a bit skeptical because I have been talked into doing different treatments at salons that are supposed to revive your hair and what not… but that was never the case. This time it was exactly what my hair needed!!! It is not like new, which I did not expect, but it looks exponentially better than it did when I walked in there! I am confident Megan will get my hair back to normal, or better!
So happy to have found Megan. I will definitely be going back to Megan for all my future hair appointments!

This is my first time coloring my hair so I was super nervous. Beth put away all my anxiety. I walked in with an idea of what I wanted and a couple of pictures and she did wonders! I am so in love with my new hair.
Everyone at epoch was also extremely friendly and their loft space is gorgeous. I will not be going anywhere else as long as Epoch is in Chicago!

Okay. So I found this place like many others. I hate to say that I left this place unhappy, especially since I spent over $ 200. I asked for a bayalage ombré, neither of which I got. I got highlights that were an inch away from my scalp. They were also slightly yellow/​orange. I felt like this was something I could’ve done myself at home. I wound up going somewhere else a few days later just to get it dyed back all to one color.
I know I know. I’m the one that decided to leave without letting them know that I wasn’t completely happy. If I were a colorist/​stylist, I would ask my client if this is the look they want. I felt like the girl who did my hair wasn’t very approachable.