fabulous hair
adjective [ fab·u·lous \ˈfa-byə-ləs ] 1. almost impossible to believe; incredible 2. exceptionally good
adjective [ fab·u·lous \ˈfa-byə-ləs ] 1. almost impossible to believe; incredible 2. exceptionally good
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Megan Healy
owner/level 5 stylist Educational accomplishments: Redken symposium Vegas, Summit business program, TIGI hands on NYC, Sam villa hands on, Ruth Roche styling, In salon education, graduate from Gene Juarez
How many years have you been in the industry? 17 years How would you describe your personal style? I love to be trendy, but comfy too! Lipstick always helps me feel brighter and more put together! I always say when I found red lipstick, I found myself! What is your favorite thing about doing hair? I have always been inspired by the creativity of it all! I love making people feel good about themselves and making the change they need to love their hair again! I LOVE coloring and a sassy cut too! What inspired you to be a stylist? I always knew I would do something in a creative field….I had very supportive people in my life that let me do whatever I loved. I have always been inspired by fashion, arts and movies! Why luxe for style? Luxe for style is a dream come true for me. It’s my baby (well one of them) and I am one proud mama! This team and this salon have helped shape who I am and have become! |
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Shannon Devlin
level 5 stylist Educational accomplishments: In salon education, Redken symposium Vegas, Redken exchange NY, hands on sam villa, graduate
How many years have you been in the industry? 28 years What is your favorite quote? It’s rare to know someone who’s face is as beautiful as their heart. What is your guilty pleasure? Housewives of anything! What is one thing most people don’t know about you? I love to cook, and I am pretty decent at it! Where do you look for inspiration? Hair and fashion bloggers on Instagram. |
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Morgan Lane
level 4 stylist/education team Educational accomplishments: Morgan Graduated from University of Phoenix with a bachelors degree in business management, Graduated from Gene Juarez Academy
How many years have you been in the industry? 14 years What is your favorite product right now? Redken dry shampoo What is your favorite quote? “You’re never fully dressed without a smile” How would you describe your personal style? Comfortable, versatile, and trendy. I like to be able to go from Work to the gym (or a hike, or a run), and then meet up with friends, without a suitcase of clothes and shoes! What is your favorite thing about doing hair? I really enjoy making people feel good about themselves. It’s amazing what a good cut/color, or even a genuine conversation can do to lift someone up. Why luxe for style? After moving across the country in early 2014, and traveling a lot in the past 3 years, Olympia kept calling me home, and I finally listened. Fate, or snow, brought Megan and I together at SEAtac airport, we chatted while waiting for our cancelled flights to rebook. I discovered she was hiring, and I was looking for a salon after just moving back from California. We exchanged numbers, and now, I’m here! This team of women feels like family already. I’m excited to be here! |
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Lauren Churchill
level 4 stylist Educational accomplishments: She attended the salon professional academy and completed an associate program when she graduated. She has taken several classes from L'Oreal professionals and is versed in multiple color lines. She continues to learn consistently through various groups online today.
How many years have you been in the industry? 10 years What is your favorite Redken or Surface product right now? I love the One United spray from Redken! Everyone can use it and it doesn't leave the hair heavy. I cant just pick one product, so the Redken triple dry spray is my next favorite to finish the perfect beachy wave! What is your favorite thing about doing hair? I love the connections I get to make with people. Doing hair is so much more than hair...its the people you care of while doing it! Why Luxe for style? Megan recruited me! The vibe promotes a relaxed and professional environment that makes anyone feel like they are loved and welcome! Whats your guilty pleasure? I can't get enough of TV. Any crime show will suck me right in! |
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Starr Elizabeth
level 5 stylist Educational accomplishments: L’Oréal Balayage Certification, Deva curl cutting certification, L’Oréal master cutting certification How many years have you been in the industry? 16 years What is your favorite product we carry right now? Redkens align with a dab of argon oil! It’s the perfect product cocktail! Where do you look for inspiration? My children! I became a mom at a really young age. I learned quickly what it means to put someone else’s needs before your own. Especially, my daughter. She is the strongest, most thoughtful kind young lady. She inspires me to look beyond what meets the eye, everyday! My boys, raising them to be kind, respectful, honest men. My sweet little granddaughters, they have my whole heart. What inspired you to be a stylist? I grew up in the salon from a really young age, I was dropping perm rods by the time I was 10, and folding towels after school, it’s all I have ever known. I started working as a receptionist in my early 20s at local salon. I loved watching how happy guests were, how excited they were to see their stylist. The change you could make in one persons day!! This industry is so massive, and it’s ever changing! It’s incredible to be a tiny piece of that! Why luxe for style? The culture. It’s real. The atmosphere. The laughter, the honesty, the amount of support of women supporting women! |
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Eddie Valdovinos
level 4 stylist/education team Educational accomplishments: Eddie has been working as a color specialist in Texas for the last 9 years. He attended the Milan Institute of cosmetology in San Antonio Texas. How many years have you been in the industry? 10 years Favorite Quote? “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou What is your guilty pleasure? TACOS, TACOS, TACOS!!! How would you describe your personal style? I would describe my personal style as “city street fashion” with a hint of "rock and roll" Why Luxe for style? After having moved across the country from Texas, as a hairdresser I began my search for a salon home that embodied what I looked for as a stylist. After reaching out to Megan and getting to have a conversation with her I knew I was in the right place. Yes the salon looks like it belongs on 5th Avenue but the culture and the principles align perfectly with mine. I really feel that at Luxe For Style I wont be another number but a fellow comrade that gets to build up the Luxe team! |
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Millie Jenkins
level 1 stylist Educational accomplishments: Millie attended summit salon academy in 2022 and is a recent graduate! She is certified with Bellami extensions for sew-in wefts, tape ins, I-tips and k-tips. She loves meeting new people and making people smile! Her passion for the industry show with her hard work and love for learning new things. What is your favorite Redken or Surface product right now? I’ve always been a fan of the Redken acidic bonding line but lately I’ve been obsessed with the surface blowout protective oil! What is your guilty pleasure? I’m always a sucker for McDonald’s French fries and a good true crime podcast! How would you describe your personal style? I would say my personal style is easy, get up and go! I love being casual but well put together! What is one thing most people don’t know about you? I lived in Australia for 3 years out of high school! What is your favorite thing about doing hair? I’ve always loved being creative and building relationships. doing hair has been a great outlet! It’s always changing, and you get to help people feel and look their best which is such a fun experience |
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Renee Hughes
level 2 stylist/curly specialist Educational accomplishments: Renee has been a curl artist in Washington for the last 3 years specializing in dry cutting curly, coily and kinky hair, and Head Shape Matters certified, She graduated from the Aveda Institute. Curly Experience: Renee creates a custom shape for curly guests, that is a lot more art than science. Your curls are unique & your haircut should be too! If it’s carving out waves and curls, or delicately clipping kink and coils, Renee uses her eye and experience to uncover the best silhouette for you. How many years have you been in the industry? 6 years How would you describe your personal style? My style is constantly evolving & fluid. I like to play with masculine and feminine silhouettes depending on my mood. Sometimes I’m feeling daring & feminine, and sometimes I’m feeling playful & boyish and it always shows! What is your guilty pleasure? 2010’s pop, Astrology, and Red Bull spritzers. What's your favorite thing about doing hair? I think of hairdressing as Art first and foremost. I love to sculpt and customize a shape for each unique head of hair that comes my way. I enjoy the challenge of creating a badass look, with Who is your style Icon? Kehlani, in every category, every time. |
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Dena Barker
salon manager Dena has been with luxe for over 7 years! We are so lucky to have such an amazing hard working human! She will take care of anything you need and greet you with a smile!
What is your favorite quote? Be yourself, everyone else is already taken. Oscar Wilde What is your guilty pleasure? Anything outdoors: Paddle boarding, hiking, biking, kayaking, or tootsie rolls How would you describe your personal style? Casual and comfy What is one thing most people don’t know about you? I love haunted houses and scary movies Why luxe for style? Because awesome people work here! |
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Cecilia(Cece) Molina
front desk Cece comes to us with lots of front desk experience! She loves people and getting to know new faces! She will take great care of you before, during and after your service here at luxe! What is your guilty pleasure? Sweatpants, a frozen pizza, and any Bravo show...but preferably RHWNJ! Why luxe for style? I have been coming to the salon as a client for awhile now! I have always loved the energy of the salon and how amazing the people are. They are always so welcoming! What is your favorite quote? "Don't practice until you get it right, practice until you can't get it wrong" Words to live by.. Give people grace and treat everyone with kindness. |
