Our Team
sarah
Instagram: @sarahcutsyou
Email: sarah@oakavebarber.com
Sarah is the owner and founder of The Oak Ave Barber and The Brookfield Barber. With more than 15 years of experience in the hair industry at barber shops, salons, and more, Sarah knows how to get the perfect cut, every time. Her specialties include short hair, androgynous haircuts, and long, flowy layers with a killer blowout. If you’re after a short, feminine cut that incorporates creative styling with clippers and shears, Sarah has the skills you’re looking for. You can also expect a luxurious experience in her chair that matches whatever vibe you’re feeling on the day of your appointment. Sarah is known for her lively conversation and hilarious storytelling, and she’s equally comfortable dialing-in on your haircut while you kick back and close your eyes or scroll on your phone in silence.
When she’s not cutting or managing the shops, Sarah continues her education in hair and management constantly, training in workshops and taking courses on new techniques. She also completes specialty jobs while traveling nationally and internationally, so you can always ask her about booking her services for your next fashion show, photo shoot, or personal event. Her priorities are always achieving your precise vision for your hair and providing luxury customer service, giving you the perfect break from the busy world.
As Sarah lives part time in Las Vegas, she only offers around a week of cutting availability each month. However, you’ll always be taken care of at her shops, as she’ll happily recommend you to the perfect barber or stylist at Oak Park or Brookfield. Feel free to email Sarah before booking if you have additional questions about scheduling with her, visiting the shops, and setting up your next luxury hair service.
Lisa
Instagram: @lisanicolehair
Lisa is a cosmetologist of 7+ years who specializes in cuts and color for women’s and long hair. As the manager of our shops, you’ve likely seen her at both our Brookfield and Oak Ave locations. With specialty certification in Lived In Blonde color and masterful expertise in vivids, Lisa is your go-to expert for all things color (only offered at the Oak Ave location). She’s also the life of the barber shop, with a talkative, welcoming energy that will make you feel energized and comforted during your whole visit. Lisa will remember your stories, your tattoos, your kids, and whatever else you chat with her about, so being her regular means a fun-filled and deeply personalized experience, every time. Book with Lisa if you’re in the market for a funky new cut or want to brighten your look with a vivid transformation.
Izak
Instagram: @izakicethebarber
Days/Location: Tuesday-Saturday at Oak Park
Izak has been working as a certified barber for 5+ years and loves to do all types of men’s cuts. His shaves, beard trims, and tapers are renowned for being sharp and precise, and he also styles longer men’s scissor cuts so they sit and grow out perfectly. Izak is known for his chill, go-with-the flow attitude that will keep you relaxed throughout your whole appointment. Whether you want to chat about your day or kick back for a quiet cut, Izak creates a calming environment that will let you get away from it all while you’re in his chair. Izak works with clients of all ages and styles, so book with him if you’re looking for a basic men’s cut, a funky textured transformation, or anything in between.
tAYLOR
Instagram: @hairbytaylordaniella
Days/Location: Tuesday-Friday at Oak Park
Taylor is a barber known for her clipper work, boasting 10+ years of cutting short hair. From straight to wavy hair, from scissor cuts to tapers to 0 fades, to textured men’s cuts with a bit of messy length, Taylor specializes in short styles that leave her clients feeling fresh, professional, and confident. One of the biggest perks of booking with Taylor is that her haircuts grow out perfectly, as she knows exactly how to shape up a style so it still looks sharp and clean after weeks. She’s also a focused barber who loves to zone in on her craft, so you’ll love the vibe in her chair if you want to get right down to business and relax quietly while she works her magic.
KAREN
Instagram: @itskarenyall
Days/Location: Tuesday-Saturday at Oak Park
Karen has been doing hair for 7+ years and loves working with alternative clients who want funky, creative cuts. Her signature specialization is styling the perfect mullet, but she’ll also give you the perfect cut if you’re looking for a basic style or a quick trim. Karen loves to chat with clients about cats, life, and everything they’re watching on TV, especially when she’s had her coffee. You’re sure to have a blast with Karen, especially if you’re a fan of vampires. And if you’re hoping for a quieter session, she’s ready to focus up and let you kick back and relax. Much of Karen’s clientele is part of the LGBTQ+ community, and she creates a safe, welcoming space for nonbinary, trans, and queer people of all identities and ages. Book with Karen for a fun, transformative cut, whether you’re looking for a mullet, a shag, or a trendy short style.
natasha
Instagram: @tashalovethehair
Days/Location: Monday, Wednesday-Saturday at Oak Park
Natasha’s cuts and styles are works of art, done with precision and creativity. She specializes in everything from bald fades to razor skin fades, from clean cuts to curls, and textured styles for long and short hair. If you need a braid consultation for a new style, Natasha is the stylist for you. She also offers services like silk presses, flat ironing and straightening, and gray blending. Natasha’s an outstanding conversationalist, but she also loves to zone in and focus, so you’ll have the perfect appointment with her whether you want to chat the day away or close your eyes, lean back, and relax in silence. Have a reference photo for a brand-new look you’ve been dying to try? Natasha’s the perfect stylist to customize and create the exact transformation you’re going for. Book with her for a fade, a creative braid style, or a simple maintenance cut, and you’ll leave happy.
MICHAEL
Instagram: @photocolletti
Days/Location: Friday-Monday at Oak Park
Michael is a licensed barber with more than 30 years of experience cutting hair with meticulous attention to detail. From barber shops to television, his amazing work has been seen by people far and wide. Michael specializes in short cuts, including fades, blending, beard sculpting and shaping, and high-textured short cuts for women. If you want a full transformation to a dramatic new look, Michael is the barber for you, as he loves sculpting, shaping, and cutting hair into sharp, creative styles. Is there a new or trendy style you’re considering but have been holding back on trying, worried you can’t pull it off? Let Michael show you that you absolutely can. The vibe in Michael’s chair is personable and professional, so you can count on having a great conversation on topics like pop culture or the current political climate while you relax for your services. As a bonus, Michael’s background as a professional photographer and designer gives him a keen eye for detail, so he can build a full vision of your finished haircut in his mind before he even picks up his clippers. Book with Michael to see how he can make your hair dreams a reality with the touch of a razor.
Kevin
Instagram: @koll.cuts
Days/Location: Tuesday-Saturday at Oak Park
Kevin is a professional barber who started his training by freehand shaving his own beard for 12+ years, clearly with consistently amazing results. Whether you come in for a classic combover, a beard trim-up, or a military cut, Kevin will give you the timeless look you’re after, every time. With his background in bartending, you can be sure he’ll know how to keep you entertained and relaxed during your haircut. Kevin’s chair is always warm and welcoming, so you’ll feel comfortable chatting about how your day is going and what shared interests you might connect on while he cuts your hair. Kevin knows how to do all types of classic men’s cuts, and he’s also skilled in trendy looks that are shorter on the sides and varying lengths on top. Book with Kevin for a traditional haircut with a modern, one-of-a-kind barber.