Bristle | Salon
Bespoke Haircuts and Custom Hair Color in Boulder, CO
At Bristle, haircut and color services are designed with an intentional, personalized approach that balances artistry, wearability, and hair health. Specializing in modern cuts and color, every appointment is tailored to the individual. Each service focuses on creating effortless, elevated hair that grows out beautifully.
Bristle combines a vintage-inspired atmosphere with modern techniques to offer a relaxed, detail-oriented salon experience in Boulder, Colorado.
Precision Cuts
Expert haircuts tailored to your face shape, lifestyle, and personal style. From classic to modern.
Color Artistry
From subtle highlights to bold transformations, our color experts create stunning, dimensional results.
Styling
Effortless, polished styling designed to complement your cut, color, and natural texture.
Treatments
Restore and rejuvenate your hair with our premium deep conditioning treatments.
Our Story
Proudly established in 2021 by founders Bailie Kait and Frank Zamolo, Bristle is a hip, cozy, old-world yet modern hair salon in Boulder, CO specializing in the art of the haircut and bespoke color. The eager students of extensive apprenticeships, our hairdressers have honed their craft in order to provide the best experience possible.
Bristle is located inside a classic Boulder brick building circa 1902, lovingly transformed into a vintage-inspired hair salon.
Individualistic, inviting, and inclusive, we hope you will enjoy our space.
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Passionate stylists
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Luxury Experience
Meet the Artists
Our talented team of stylists bring passion, creativity, and expertise to every appointment.
Bailie Kait
Owner / Haircut Specialist
Known for her textured haircuts, modern shags, and effortless bangs, Bailie works her razor cut magic in Boulder.
Francesco “Frank” Zamolo
owner / haircut specialist
Known for his precision haircuts, expert scissor over comb, and undercut designs, Frank offers classic hairdressing techniques at Bristle.
Jeana Wiswall
Color Specialist
Jeana’s artistry with color creates dimensional, natural-looking results that enhance each client’s features beautifully.
Visit Us
Bristle is located at 2017 17th St. Boulder, CO 80302
Please refer to the map for parking options:
Dark blue streets are free 3 hour parking.
Light blue streets are $2 per hour
Pink streets are $2.50 per hour
What Our Clients Say
★★★★★
“I’ve been Bailie’s client for over three years, and she is hands down the best! I’ve seen her for long, maintenance hair cuts as well as full transformation hair cuts. Bailie specializes in razor cuts and knows exactly how to create the perfect shape and texture every time. I always walk out loving my haircut because Bailie really listens to what I want and nails it every time. Her attention to detail is unmatched, and I always feel like I’m in great hands. If you’re looking for a stylist who truly cares and does incredible work, Bailie is your gal!”
-Sierra N.
★★★★★
“Every single time I get my hair cut here I come home and for days tell myself “Wow I love my hair.” Frank is an incredible stylist, with excellent vision and a process-oriented approach. I wanted to transition from a shorter style cut to longer hair and over the last couple months Frank has transformed my look, and I’m thrilled with it..”
-Patrick W.
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“Jeana was fantastic! She listened to me and offered sage advice when I asked. She did an excellent job coloring my hair and giving me a wonderful, easy style to cut. I couldn’t be happier and I am so glad that I have found a new stylist. I highly recommend her to anyone!”
– Laura L.
Bristle
Address
2017 17th Street
Boulder, CO 80302
bristleboulder@gmail.com
Hours
Monday – Friday: 10am – 7pm
Saturday: 10am – 3pm
Sunday: Closed