Portland lost an Icon today.

Today we learned that Portland lost a Hair Dressing Icon in Mr. Chris Vandehey owner of Style on 2nd.

He passed peacefully in his sleep unexpectedly last night, looking fabulous we totally imagine. He would have laughed at that in his big happy Chris voice and probably would have repeated it to friends.

We are at a loss though for real words as his passing leaves a hole in our hearts and the community styling spirit of Portland. His 50 plus years hair dressing in Portland and his decade running the "Taste of Style" annual fundraiser, made tens of thousands of dollars supporting those less fortunate than he and us, and we pray his spirit will live on in his event.



RIP Chrissy, you will be greatly missed.

Emily Posey backstage watching the show from Hotel Monaco 2019.