About Evan the Colorist

Evan the Colorist is a hair painting and balayage specialist known for creating both subtle, natural hair color looks as well as full transformations. His signature hair, whether bold or understated, has smooth textures, soft gradated colors, and an unmistakable effortless quality that is both individualized and fundamentally beautiful. Evan currently sees clients within Vandross Hair Design in Chicago and travels by special appointment. Clients praise Evan's exceptional skills, attention to detail, and personalized approach. He takes the time to listen to what each client wants and works closely with them to achieve their desired look, whether it's a natural copper red color or a fresh, natural look. Evan's friendly and professional demeanor, combined with his great eye for color, make him a highly recommended colorist. Customers who have tried multiple colorists in Chicago have found Evan to be the one they will continue to return to for his exceptional service and exceptional results.

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  • Mar 2026

    Best colorist in Chicago, no question.

    I found Evan through a friend and was instantly impressed by his work. His color is soft, dimensional, and natural-looking, but still feels intentional and elevated. You can tell he treats hair like an art form.

    He specializes in balayage and hair painting, and it shows. The blends are seamless, the grow-out is easy, and the results are genuinely low-maintenance, which is rare. Whether you want subtle or a bigger change, he delivers.

    His studio is welcoming, he’s responsive and easy to work with, and his clients clearly love him. If you want someone who listens and makes you look like a better version of yourself,...read full review

  • Feb 2026

    Evan did an amazing job dyeing my hair a natural copper red color from my natural color of medium brown. Evan is friendly, professional, and goes above and beyond to work with you to make sure you are happy with the finished product. I definitely recommend him if you're looking to color your hair :)

  • Dec 2025

    First time getting my hair dyed in many many years! We were able to achieve exactly what I wanted and Evan was able to understand what I wanted even when I didn’t know how to describe it. Very pleased and he’s incredibly pleasant and personable.

Hours

Monday: 10AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 10AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 10AM - 5PM
Thursday: ClosedFriday: ClosedSaturday: 10AM - 6PM
Sunday: 10AM - 6PM

Tips

by appointment only wheelchair accessible ada-compliant main entrance tipping optional accepts apple pay accepts credit cards accepts venmo street parking free wi-fi coloring lgbtq-owned bike parking