Colorist
Heather Herd
Master Colorist/Hair Extension Artist
"I care about my guests being happy. I want them to walk away feeling the best they ever have," says Heather. "I enjoy making my guests feel beautiful." After spending time intently listening and getting a sense of what her guest's needs are, Heather then custom-creates color that is uniquely formulated for each individual guest. She has an uncommon creative flare for multi-dimensional highlights as well as with a diverse array of reds and subtle gray blending. Her work as a Wella educator has given her the ability to excel on guests with all kinds of hair color. She is also certified as a hair extension artist for guests who desire fuller or longer looking hair. @heatherherdhair
Elle Hoppenstedt
Master Stylist/Colorist
Elle Hoppenstedt, hairstylist and colorist, has been working in the hair industry since 2004. Specializing in suitability, Elle loves connecting with and problem solving for her guests and enjoys creating haircuts that show off their best features and natural texture, as well as creating multi-dimensional hair color that brings hair to life. Elle believes that the best hairstylists are not only educators, but eternal students themselves and continually seeks education in the latest trends. From classic men's barbering, soft gorgeous layered shapes to Sassoon-inspired precision cuts and beautifully melted Balayage, there is nothing this well seasoned, versatile hairstylist can't handle. @dome_improvement
Laura Flores
Creative 2 Colorist/Hair Extension Artist
"The integrity of my guest's hair is key," says Laura who has been behind the chair for over 12 years and is fluent in Spanish. "I want everyone to have beautiful hair and amazing color to go with it." For her, it is all about providing services from the heart and with great care while growing as a stylist through ongoing education. Laura's passion for color really shines through her work from rich reds to dimensional blondes to intense colors. "Having a strong connection with every guest is important to me, and I strive to make my guests feel great." She is also certified as a hair extension artist for guests who desire fuller or longer looking hair. @lauradoesmycolor
Erin Blume
Aveda Educator/Creative 1 Colorist/Hair Extension Artist
Erin Blume is a color specialist and Certified Aveda Haircolor educator and Aveda Purefessional with over 12 years experience. She provides her clients with a fresh approach to the latest hair color trends and color placement which are directly influenced by her passion for global travel, architecture, exotic foods and today's fashion trends. "I love to build a personal relationship with my guests, giving their hair my main priority. I really do care about the challenges my guests have with their hair and together, we figure out a game plan." With great attention to detail in a funny, friendly and personable environment, Erin gives her very best to each guest can experience their best hair day ever. She is also certified as a hair extension artist for guests who desire fuller or longer looking hair. @erin_blume
Joelle Kobashigawa
Creative 1 Stylist/Colorist/Hair Extension Artist
"With every service, I try to achieve a look that is effortless yet polished and tailored to my guest's personal style," says Joelle. With a Sassoon background, she pays meticulous attention to detail ensuring a precision cut and color application, while being cool, calm and effortlessly comfortable to be around. Her balance of energy and technical focus delivers a stress-free client experience. “I really like offering my guests a look that fits their lifestyle and compliments their personality, from natural, low maintenance color to vibrant artistic styles,” says Joelle. Driven by inspiration she finds not only in art, nature and fashion, but her guests themselves, often collaborating with them to develop entirely new, fresh looks. "I'm invested in my art and care that my guests look great not only leaving the salon, but every day." As a Keratin Treatment specialist, she also offers her guests stronger, smoother textured hair that is long-lasting and makes styling at home that much easier. She is also certified as an extension artist for guests who desire fuller or longer looking hair. @joelledidit
Kayla Pardue
Artistic 2 Stylist/Colorist
With over 8 years experience in the professional beauty industry, Kayla loves creating the ultimate guest experience while maintaining the health of the hair. She specializes in balayage color and long layer cuts and feels that "being a hairstylist is more than just 'doing hair', it means beautifying someone's identity." She "loves to listen to what you want and reaching your hair goals. It's about growing a connection, then once we develop a plan for your hair, let’s talk about your dogs and family!" @hairbykaylapardue
Nick Ackley
Artistic 1 Stylist/Colorist
Nick hails from Chicago and has been passionate about hair since very early on. His education at the Aveda Institute - Chicago has given him a solid foundation as a beauty professional. "Listening to my guests is the key to everything," says Nick. "I love to make people feel beautiful about themselves inside and out." From skilled, creative haircuts to dimensional blondes, Nick welcomes any challenge and enjoys going over and beyond for each of his guests. @stylesbynicholai
Samer Hamayel
Colorist/Aveda Purefessional
For over 16 years, Samer has been providing guests with exceptional hair color services and styling and is fluent in Arabic. He creates custom color applications including beautiful blends of shades using highlighting, dimensional balayage, and vibrant fashion hues that are specifically tailored to each guest's needs. Maintaining the integrity and health of his guests hair is of paramount importance as he works with them to attain their visions. "I stand behind my work as a colorist and see the beauty in everyone" says Samer. "I bring out the light and go above and beyond to achieve my guest's desired appearance, spending time really getting to know each person and how uniquely wonderful they are." @samerahamayel
