OUR CREATIVE TEAM

International Colorist

Finding the right stylist–who not only understands the look you’re after–but actually has the expertise and precision skill set to pull it off, can be a challenge. Should a friend refer you to stylist Dan, consider yourself in very good hands.

Dan doesn’t spend his time at wild hair shows, convincing you the latest craze for electric blue hair extensions is something you should seriously consider. “To me it is more than just hair, it’s about an evolving relationship,” confides Dan, a trained stylist whose humility belies his extensive experience in the field.

“Initially when I meet a new client I ask her (or him) about their day to day lifestyle. Are you a busy mom who doesn’t have a lot of time to style your hair? Are you a minimalist who tones down your hair and makeup routine? Or just the opposite, a woman with a demanding work and social schedule where you have to always show up picture perfect,” asks Dan.

Dan will also query the uninitiated, “What kind of time and budget do you wish to allot every six to eight weeks to maintain the look you’re after?”  All the while studying her eye color, the shape of her face and skin undertones to assess the color shade and cut that would flatter her best.

Dan prefers to steer clients away from trend driven styles, instead he shows them how to translate that trend into a timeless, elegant version that suits them perfectly. It’s a balanced approach that evolves just as their relationship does.
 

Master Stylist | Color Specialist

Gretchen is a highly experienced stylist who has been in the salon industry for a total of 30 years. She graduated from the Institute of Cosmetology in 1989 and has been a full force of education since then.

She is certified as a Goldwell Master Colorist and specializes in multiple techniques such as the Keratine Complex Smoothing Therapy, cuts and style. Her cutting style is best described as classic, soft, easy everyday hair. She wants everyone that leaves her chair to be able to achieve the same look they got in the salon, at home.  

In addition to her loyal female clientele, Gretchen is unique in that she has a large based of high influential business men clientele as well. Specializing in scissor cuts, she gives a clean classic look to the business man on the go.

She has been inspired by strong independent women like her mother. She looks for the best in people and loves her loyal clientel.

“Every day may not be good, but there is something good in everyday!”-Unknown

Color Expert | Hair Extensions | Brazilian Blowout

Hopie is backed by 27 years’ experience in the Salon industry. She graduated from the Vogue Institute in 1990.  

She has traveled around the United States for constant training and is specialized in the latest techniques of cut, color and various treatments such as the Brazilian Blowout, and Tape-in hair extensions.

She feels that creating looks customized to individuals is an art form that she has been perfecting for some time now. Hopie is certified in image consulting and has received various awards for brushing and styling hair.  She finds inspiration from art and from her surroundings!

Away from the salon, her hobbies include reading, decorating, volunteering and shopping.

“Because every color and style has it’s story”-Hopie Guerra

Master Stylist | Color Specialist

Since graduating from Visible Changes University in 1992 , Janiece has been a force behind the chair! She has perfected the techniques of color, cut and is also certified in Smoothing Treatments and Hairdreams Hair Extensions.

Her cutting style could best be described as modern, fresh and not forced. She wants to give her clients workable hair that is attainable at home as well. She wants her clients to feel confident and empowered!

Her biggest inspiration is her clients. She loves to discover new styles through the requests of her clients and is continuously pushing herself with on-going education to achieve the looks they want!

She’s always had an artistic edge about her since she was young and just could never really see herself in an office setting. Her friends also saw her somewhere in the beauty industry and encouraged her to go to beauty school.

Words she lives by “Whether I think I can, or think I can’t- I’m right!”

Color Specialist | Brazilian Blowout | Hair Extensions

Marina has 10 years’ experience in Salon Industry. She graduated from Expressions Paul Mitchell School in 2000. Marina’s continuing education classes ensure that her clients benefit from the latest in styles and color techniques and the list of new services that she is learning keeps growing

She specializes in a list of services such as: Cut, Color, Brazilian Blow Out, and Hair Dreams Hair Extensions. Her focus always starts with a consultation, working closely with each individual’s unique look and personality.

 She is very passionate about doing hair and bringing out the beauty in every person that sits in her chair. She finds inspiration from culture and high fashion from all over the world.  Away from the salon, her hobbies include tennis, cooking, painting and spending time with her child.  

When you book your appointment with Marina, be sure and ask about our Rewards Program.  

“I believe I was born to be a hairstylist! I never get tired of it and I’m always excited about doing it”-Marina Posner

Master Stylist

Nettie is formally trained in the art of French design styling. Nettie's training began in Paris, France where her appreciation and love for the classic methods of haircutting and styling played a vital role in her illustrious career. Nettie takes her formal training and incorporates her own trend-setting twist.

Nettie knows the importance of staying true to the classics while perfecting today's popular styles. Nettie's grace and beauty are reflected in her styling technique. Nettie's passion for professional dancing, salsa and meringue to name a few, keeps her in synch, which she utilizes with her craft. "The perfect haircut has rhythm and movement. Add confidence to that mix and watch the amazing results. As a dancer, I can’t perform without these key elements. The style that's right for you will have these elements.”

Nettie's male clients swear by her gentlemen's haircuts. Whether it's business chic, or rock-star edgy, Nettie tailors the right look for you. Nettie specializes in children's first haircuts to children's cuts–there's a reason her little clients are also her biggest fans.

Nettie specializes in Brazilian Blowout straightening services, making the transformation from frizzy to tame as easy as 1-2-3.

Creative Director | Color Expert | Hair Extensions

Wilson graduated from the San Jacinto Comitology Institute in 2003. He has had extensive training and is a certified Master Color Specialist with Goldwell.

He grew up in a small town with a strong family foundation. His love for kids, animals and nature have always been a priority in his life and all of them have been a major motivation in his career!

He specializes in color, cuts and is certified in Hairdreams Extensions and Brazilian Blowout. Being our one of our trainers in the salon, he takes pride in the art of color and is motivated by helping people achieve that special look that they want.

His cutting/coloring style is best described as versatile, sophisticated, and highly progressive. He is constantly educating himself and bringing new looks to life right before our eyes! His goal is to make his clients feel beautiful, comfortable and satisfied!

He has always wanted to be a hairstylist and has been inspired by nature, science and the art of making people feel as beautiful as they should.

“Through hard work, dedication and education there is no other direction than success!”

Master Stylist | Color Specialist | Master Makeup Artist

Fabian is our very own celebrity Hair and Makeup Artist.  He graduated from Academia De Belleza Ricaut in Monterrey Mexico back in 2002 and Elite Makeup School in Barcelona Spain in 2006.

He specializes in color, cuts and makeup for weddings and special events. His style can best be described as cutting edge, up to date and innovative. When sitting with Fabian, you are assured to get the 5STAR treatment. He will leave you feeling like the super star you are!

He has worked in television and radio (beauty tips) doing hair and makeup for Hispanic celebrities such as Gloria Trevi, Alejandra Guzman, Ninel Conde and Alicia Villareal.

He relocated to Houston 4 years ago and has been successfully building his career here in the states since then. His is inspired by other celebrity hair/makeup artists such as Mario Divanovic and Silvia Galvan and hopes to one day open a school for beauty professionals

A famous quote that he loves is “"Our inability to see beauty doesn’t suggest in the slightest that beauty is not there. Rather, it suggests that we are not looking carefully enough or with broad enough perspective to see the beauty."- Rabbi Harold Kushner

Master Stylist | Color Specialist

Gordon is a highly trained hair stylist who has been in the industry for over 23 years.  Graduating from the Bellaire Beauty College, he quickly found a knack for building a solid clientele thanks to his master skills with the scissors.

His cutting style would best be described as modern, elegant and classic. His on-going education with Vidal Sassoon has let him perfect his craft each year which ensuring the most up to date style.

Gordon also specializes in UP-DO’s and event hair. He takes great pride in making brides feel like a million dollars on their special day! There is no occasion to big or small to look and feel fabulous!

Since a small child, he has been inspired by the fashion industry and by his friends and families hair.

When you leave his chair, he wants you to feel beautiful/handsome and confident!

A famous quote that he lives by is ““When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everyone will respect you.” - Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching

Master Stylist | Color Specialist | Makeup Artist

Nancy graduated from San Jacinto Beauty Institute in 2010. We are proud to say she has 7 years to back her up in on-going education with color, cuts and makeup.

She focuses on learning each individual client’s lifestyle and personality to give them just the right cut/color that works best for them. When you leave her chair she wants you to feel educated on your hair and the products that she used.

She is known for doing hair/makeup for Houston Fashion week amongst other Houston based fashion shows.

She is inspired by other hair artists and especially loves encouraging people in this industry. She strives to be a positive influence in the stylist community and is always looking forward to new functions that revolve around this industry.

Words that she lives by “Team work, positive attitude and no matter what SMILE!”

ASSISTANT

Vivian is a graduate of Ogle Beauty School. She acquired her diploma in 2015 and has been working under some of our best stylists since coming to our salon. Right here in our salon is where she is getting the majority of her on-going education!

Her cutting style is best described as modern and sophisticated. She takes pride in learning new techniques to achieve celebrity look-a-like hair!

She loves building quality relationships with her clients and is excited about building new clientele. The most satisfying feeling for her is when she can put a huge smile on their faces.

She is most inspired by her mother who taught her a good strong work ethic. She also instilled in Vivian that follow her dreams and to never sell herself short! She’s always encouraged her to be the best that she can be.

Words that she lives by “To make a difference in someone’s life you don’t have to be brilliant, rich or beautiful. You just have to care”

Salon Coordinator | Product Knowledge Specialist

Bobby is our Salon Manager. Backed by a life time in the salon industry he is here to ensure the entire salon runs efficiently. He comes from a family of very successful business/salon owners and has been raised in the “salon scene” since he was a small child.

At the age of 26 he graduated from Visible Changes University just to get more understanding of how a salon was supposed to be run. He has covered all his basis in the knowledge cut, color, customer service, and product knowledge.  He was also Reginal Educator with Phyto and traveled all over the United States.  

His inspiration has always been his mother. She is literally a- ,”Look at me now” story. She has always been a smart creative woman. She opened up Mirabella Salon and Boutique in the Champions Forest area of Houston back in the 70’s. She made a big name for herself by specializing in the latest trends with hair, makeup and fashion. She later went to sell the salon over 30 years later.

Bobby takes pride in having a beautiful, functioning salon and interacting with our loyal clients. Customer service has always been a passion for him and believe in giving back to the community. If you’re ever in the area, stop by and introduce yourself to him! He loves seeing new faces and making new friends in the salon.

Words that Bobby lives by "Customers may forget what you said but they'll never forget how you made them feel."

-Unknown

Lead Salon Coordinator | Master Makeup Artist

Lauren has been in the industry for the past 15+ years. Leveraging a background in makeup and customer service, Lauren has made a career out of being the forefront of a salon.

She began her career Customer Service back in 1998. At first, just applying and selling cosmetics with, working to improve techniques and customer service strategies by building a very loyal client base. She worked her way up to Salon Manager and was collaborating with clients as well as the owners to develop a solid, functioning salon. She has been in Salon Coordination ever since then with various salons through the years.

She is specialized / trained in application of cosmetics with TIGI, Origins and Lancôme. Adding awards to her shelf with TIGI, she has also done makeup for many local celebrities in the Houston, Austin and San Antonio areas. Some of them are: the Dynamic Dancers (Houston Aero’s Cheerleaders), Debra Dunkin Show, Austin Independent Film Industry and Houston Fashion Week.

She is inspired by art, music, family and clients.  She loves to make people smile and feel welcomed to the salon! She would like every client to leave our salon with product knowledge and pre-booked for their next appointment!

Words that she lives by “Don’t call it a dream, call it a plan!”