St James Place

James Kaddatz is the best colorist and no one can give you a better haircut, anywhere. I’ve been a client for nearly 25 years and he is an artist. He uses the highest quality products and deeply cares about providing the best and most professional services. His judgment is impeccable, his prices are fair and he is a delight to know. Be sure to browse his shop for quality and fun jewelry, handbags and even his handmade greeting cards.

Ever since moving to Milwaukee 8 years ago, I have taken my thick, wavy hair to other cities (New York, Boston, San Francisco or Los Angeles) for a haircut. It’s been a drag, but every time I thought, no, I’m being paranoid, there must be *someone* who can cut non-​straight hair well in Milwaukee … and I would try a salon, only to find that my hair had been butchered by someone who really couldn’t cut my hair.
Enter James … I have a trip in 2 weeks to Copenhagen and my hair had really really gotten out of hand (last cut was 10 months ago in LA). who I chose after he popped up in response to my Unilocal search for thick wavy hair. I had very low hopes. I got to the building and could see Coquette Restaurant and a doughnut store (Holey Moley) and a purse store as I entered, but I could not see a salon. Tip: The purse store is James’ salon. He cuts in the back surrounded by lots of clutter (I’m a minimalist), but it doesn’t matter, because he really listened to what I wanted and was very careful to check in with me throughout the haircut. By the way, he will cut your hair dry and then wash it afterwards, which worked really well, but could be a surprise for some.
I am so relieved to have found someone to cut my hair in Our Faire City!

James has got to be the best hairdresser in Milwaukee, hands down. Having grown up in Milwaukee, I have hopped around at several salons over the years, but since having found James, I will not see anyone else when I’m home to visit. In fact, scheduling a haircut is a must for me every time I am in town. I have wavy to curly hair and it seems to me that this is his specialty. My hair always grows out beautifully from his cut as well.
The salon is definitely avant garde and not for those looking for a typical hairdressing experience. James works solo so there’s only one chair in the salon and he has an orchestra of live birds in the back to serenade you through your haircut. He is very careful about choosing the products he works with and all the items for sale in the shop are very high-​end and good quality.
James is a true artist so be sure to trust his vision (though he always consults you throughout the cut). You will not be disappointed.