Fade48 barbershop
O'Fallon, IL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #63Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 101 hair salons · 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews
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Customers hired Fade48 barbershop for 8 kinds of job.
Fade48 barbershop for haircut
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I have been using fade 48 for about a year now and they have been great and consistent since day 1. Being mixed I have unique hair that I have had messed up a time or two but inexperienced barbers but Ezel has never done me wrong. His fades are clean and his line ups are crisp. There's also something great about a…
I had a great experience. Will took excellent care of me. It was my first time and I will definitely be a repeat customer.
Would trust these guys with my life. Best barbers in town. No questions asked.
My go to shop when I lived in the midwest! They all get down but I’d always get cut by Kareem, he always had me looking right!
Kay is a master of his craft. His talent and attention to detail are truly unmatched. After years of searching for the right barbershop, I won't go anywhere else. Highly recommend Kay Farah!
I'm a salon owner myself and I would highly recommend these guys. They were absolutely amazing and worked well with my son. We definitely will be back!
Highest skilled barbers around the area, have been going for 9+ years and always keep it professional.
Will always getting me right. I don’t normally like other people cutting my hair but he always proves me wrong. Plus the suckers at the end are lit
They get me right every time! Love this place!!
Bilal and his cutting crew are very friendly and inviting putting me at instant ease. The fact that all chairs were full also shows many others approve highly of the services. I have had the "Full Monty" treatment twice now and have left feeling very happy with both cuts. Hats off to Bilal for doing so much with so little, in my particular case.
Every barber is very accommodating, and welcoming either new or returning customer.
Bilal is great! He does great work. I always get the works package. I need to look professional for work. He always does it up right. 5-star service. 100% recommend.
Since 2015 BILAL has done an amazing job getting me too look my best for every occasion I have had, from weddings, promotions to date night. I’ve never NOT been satisfied with his services.
I highly recommend Fade 48, both of my boys (Ages 16 & 10) have been going to Bilal for almost a decade! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fade 48 is hands down the best barbershop around. My kids have been coming here, and every visit has been a great experience. The barbers are talented, take their time, and consistently deliver clean,…
Just moved back here from Miami, bilal gave me exactly what I wanted
Extremely professional and consistent barbershop! Definitely recommend Will Hamid! Super consistent and professional all the time and provides a comfortable experience. Asked for recommendations for a new hair style and he provided extensive feedback and recommendations.
Will does and has always done an amazing job. Very polite and professional. I recommend him to people all the time. Not one issue any time I’ve ever been. Shop is full of nice guys that are great at what they do!
This place is the real deal ….no other shop comes close …very professional and kind service …I can’t recommend them enough…Bilal is usually my stylist….the best hands down…..need a good cut?….book that appointment now
Nothing else needs to be said other then they are the best barber shop in Illinois period. Perfect fades & perfect lining. You want your hair done right then this is the place to go too.
Can’t recommend Bilal enough, I’ve been going to him for over a year and the cut is perfect every single time. He’s never let me down!
I had my first visit to Fade48 today and man I am hooked! Will was the absolute best. He listened to everything I asked for and had a lot of great suggestions for me as well. He was meticulous and you could just tell he takes his work very seriously. My haircut was crisp and clean! The environment was very…
Bilal was a privileged to have as my barber, he did a fantastic job! I’ve only gone 1 time but from that experience, I learned everyone at Fade 48 genuinely cared!
Moved to the area not too long ago and had the nervous task of finding a barber, I feel like I hit gold booking with Bilal at Fade48. I always leave the shop looking my best because of him, would definitely recommend.
The entire Faded48 crew has done nothing but exceed expectations! I’ve been getting cut by Bilal since 2019 and have never had a bad experience. Bilal takes the time to know his clients and his skills are evident! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a solid cut and experience.
I have been goin here since I was 10 years old, and I am now 21 years old. I can say one thing about Bilal and his work ethic and how he carries himself and his business, excellent. Seeing fade 48 grow from just bilal to what it is now is truly incredible. Will always be my go to for my haircuts and who I refer everyone too!
Great barber shop, booked an appointment with will. Great guy, takes his time. Definitely recommend
Best barber hands down
These guys are truly great at what they do! I’ve been going to Bilal for years and will continue to do so. The whole vibe at Fade48 is chill and you know you’ll leave with a fresh haircut. There’s a reason I make an appointment anytime I’m back in town.
The atmosphere was very professional and the quality of the service was too. Will, really knows how to get you right and I plan to comeback soon!
Will is hands down one of the best barbers I’ve been to. Every cut is clean, detailed, and exactly how I ask for it, no shortcuts, no inconsistencies. He takes his time to make sure everything is precise, from the fade to the lineup, and you can tell he genuinely cares about his work. The professionalism and…
If you’re looking for a barber who truly knows what he’s doing, I can’t recommend Will Hamid enough. Every time I sit in his chair, I leave feeling like the best version of myself. His attention to detail is unmatched—clean fades, sharp lines, and he really takes the time to understand exactly what you want. What…
Will is one of the most consistent and professional barbers I’ve been to. Every cut is clean, sharp, and exactly how I ask for it. He pays serious attention to detail and takes his time to make sure everything is perfect before you leave the chair. What really stands out is how precise and reliable he is, you know…
Bilal is the best barber around. I’ve been to barbers in the city and all around the metro east area and he’s got them beat. Top notch skill set. Efficient, professional and listens. Barber for life.
Hands down....the best haircut ive ever gotten. With any of them in the shop, you are getting what you pay for, and that is quality work. I have been seeing Bilal for a several years. With a couple year hiatus because I grew my hair into a mullet. I came back to Bilal to go back to a skin fade. NO ONE can touch…
First off this was my first visit here and it was absolutely amazing. I would recommend Bilal to my friends as he does an amazing job when it comes to cutting hair. He was extraordinarily thorough and did not rush through the cut. I look forward to returning back soon for a second visit!
After moving to the area and suffering from mediocre to downright horrible haircuts for the last 8 months, so elated to have finally found my new barber shop. Place is clean, and the barbers are legit artists with clippers.
Bilal does a fantastic job! Top tier fade, highly recommend.
The best around, always does a phenomenal job!
Her cuts always amazing. Also the eyebrow and haircut is always good despite me having ab eyebrow piercing.Have recommended several friends to him.
This was my 13-year-old son’s first experience at a barbershop. Will made him feel comfortable and gave him the best haircut he’s ever had. The attention to detail and precision is incredible.
Great haircut. Ezél really listens to what you ask for and pays attention to detail!
If you appreciate a good relationship wih your stylist, someone that takes the time to listen to what you want, then the fine gentlemen at Fade48 is where you should go, period!
Glove was very thorough, absolute beast! I came in got seen right away he did everything I asked and then some! Highly recommend anyone looking for a high quality hair cut for a decent price. This man was a pro and 100 percent deserves your business. Much love
Bilal and the entire team at Fade48 cut hair at the highest level there is. Been taking myself and son to get haircuts here for years and going somewhere else is not an option. Best Barbershop around and it’s not close!
Bilal is one of the few barbers I’ve had to privilege to meet that really takes their craft seriously. With his humility & integrity lets his work speak for itself. You won’t come across too many barbers in the metro east that offer big “city” quality services such as Bilal, where in market & the lifestyle in…
Been going to Kareem for a bit over three years now. I’ve gotten haircuts from a few different barbers in the area and none were as solid than with Fade48. Definitely recommend!
Bilal always hooks me up with a fresh look! I appreciate that he doesn't try to up sell me on products. The shop is super chill too
It was great they were really nice and welcoming and i love my haircut.
Always a perfect cut and beard trim and you don't have to worry about which barber you get they are all extremely talented.....thanks gentlemen!!!
Been going to Fade 48 and Blial for about two years. He always does a great job, it’s hard to find someone who can do a fade the right way. All the other barbers are friendly and it’s a great environment. Highly recommend but always make an appt they are super busy because they do great work!
Bilal and everyone at Fade48 is amazing. I’ve been with him since 2017 after inconsistent cuts from other barbers in the area. My son has been going here since he was born. I always have great conversations and they very respectful. Bilal is my guy but when he’s not available, I don’t mind getting a cut from anyone…
My first appointment was with Kay Farah, I told him that was my first time in a “real” barber shop. His response was “Let’s change your life today”. That was 3 years ago and I refuse to go anywhere else. I get the Full service (haircut and beard) and his attention to detail is TOP notch! The whole Fade 48 crew is…
Been going to Bilal for 5 years now and every single cut I’ve gotten has always been perfect. It’s a stress relief to have a great barber that you can count on giving you a great cut every time. Once you go to Bilal once you will never go anywhere else.
By far the best barbershop I have been to, Kareem is fantastic and always gets me right!
Great fades! Very professional! Bilal is very good at what he does! Highly recommend
I've been coming here for almost a year now and definitely one of the best barber shops in the area. Everyone is very friendly and Bilal is the barber I go to. He is very professional and knows how to cut hair. Definitely recommend!
Started going here when they first opened up. B and Kareem have always treated anyone who walks through their door as one of their own! I currently get my hair cut by Kareem and he always exceeds my expectations when he cuts my hair. I would highly recommend him and anyone within 48. If anyone ever asks me where…
Outstanding atmosphere and service. I started going to this barber to see Kareem a year ago when I arrived and won't go to another spot while im here.
Kareem is a 5 star barber! He takes his time to make sure every cut comes out perfect, and his attention to detail is unmatched. I always leave feeling confident!
I’ve gotten my haircut from Kareem for close to 5 years, always does a clean and professional job. Great environment of guys running this shop too, highly recommend
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | 195 | $27–$53 |
| Beard trim | 72 | — |
| Waxing | 34 | — |
| Straight razor shave | 4 | — |
| Eyebrow trimming | 3 | — |
| Fade cut | 3 | — |
| Hot towel shave | 3 | — |
| Curly hair | 2 | $30–$58 |
