KELTON J. HATTON / Master Stylist, Get Dolled Up Beauty Lounge, 4312 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, 414-795-6704, keltonhatton.com “Award-winner specializing in beautiful hair color and precision haircuts for men and women.”
MELISSA MASSEY / Hair Stylist, Get Dolled Up Beauty Lounge, 4312 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, 414-9439456, getdolledupmke.com “I think the most important thing a woman can have, next to her talent, of course, is her hair stylist.”
T.J. ROSBECK / Independent Hair Designer, Get Dolled Up Beauty Lounge, 4312 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, 414-943-9456, getdolledupmke.com “Hair is the crown you never take off! Keep it shining. See me if yours needs to be polished.”
GERIBETH STIGEN-COTA / Salon Owner & Master Stylist, Get Dolled Up Beauty Lounge, 4312 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, 414-943-9456, getdolledupmke.com “Beauty is about enhancing what you already have. I have a natural eye for turning hair into a work of art.”
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STONE FOX SALON JACKIE MICKELSEN / Owner/Hair Designer, Stone Fox Salon, 2430 N. Murray Ave., 414-962-1111, stonefoxsalon.com “More than 15 years later, I can still say that I chose the right career. I love what I do!”
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JAMIE L. HANSON / Hair Designer, Stone Fox Salon, 2430 N. Murray Ave., 414-962-1111, stonefoxsalon.com “Life is an endless struggle full of frustrations and challenges, but eventually, you find a hairstylist you like.”
Stone Fox Salon 2430 N. Murray Ave., 414-962-1111, stonefoxsalon.com Q&A with Jackie Mickelsen
WHAT COLOR LINE DO YOU USE AND WHY DO YOU LOVE IT? NOEL RAY-ORTEGA / Hair Stylist, Stone Fox Salon, 2430 N. Murray Ave., 414-962-1111, stonefoxsalon.com “I love to bring high-fashion styles into the salon. I can help you achieve a Hollywood look here in Milwaukee.”
OANA SCHULTZ / Nail Stylist, Perfectly Polished Nails at Fringe Salon, 5630 N. Lake Dr., Whitefish Bay, perfectlypolishednails.net “Life is too short to have boring nails!”
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SCOTTFREE SALON JESSICA WILLIS / Hair Stylist, ScottFree Salon, 726 N. Milwaukee St., 414-223-0896, scottfreesalon.com “Hair color comes naturally to me. Allow me to customize your best accessory to emphasize your natural beauty.”
Top left photos by iStock; Davis photo by John Grant; Hatton, Massey, Rosbeck and Stigen-Cota phtoos by Front Room Photography
PARKER DAVIS / Hair Stylist, ScottFree Salon, 726 N. Milwaukee St., 414-223-0896, scottfreesalon.com “For me there is no greater satisfaction than helping a client feel as beautiful on the outside as the inside. It’s the ultimate reward.”
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REYNA C. BURKE / Hair Stylist, ScottFree Salon, 726 N. Milwaukee St., 414-223-0896, scottfreesalon.com “Who says curly hair can’t be confident? Don’t run from your texture, run to me and let’s own it!”
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KIM VOGT / Hair Designer, Neroli Salon & Spa, 5714 N. Bayshore Dr., Glendale, 414-227-2888, nerolispa.com “Beauty is being comfortable in one’s self. As a stylist, I like to unveil confidence and beauty in every guest.”
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There should be a dating website to match you with the perfect salon and hairstylist. It’s a long-term commitment, and everyone has their own personality and expertise. The Milwaukee area is filled with talent, which makes choosing “the one” hard. But we’ve compiled a slew of salons and stylists. Whether you want a rocking cut, color, pedicure or blowout, these Salon Superstars have you and your every strand covered.
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ALEXIS K. BASTIAN / Hair Designer, Stone Fox Salon, 2430 N. Murray Ave., 414-962-1111, stonefoxsalon.com “My passion is to make my clients look and feel their absolute best.”
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RACHAEL ARNOLD / Hair Designer, Stone Fox Salon, 2430 N. Murray Ave., 414-962-1111, stonefoxsalon.com “It is very important to me to provide each and every client with exceptional service and attention to detail.”
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MARIA FRYE / Stylist/Special Occasion Aficionado/Nail Technician, WELL Spa + Salon, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., 414-277-9207, pfisterwellspa.com “It’s exciting to change how someone feels on the inside, by simply making small changes on the outside.”
NOVA ZYNSKI / Esthetician/Air Brush Makeup & Brow Aficionado, WELL Spa + Salon, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., 414-277-9207, pfisterwellspa.com “Everything I do is about making clients feel incredible and in teaching her techniques. She can duplicate similar looks at home.”
We carry a variety of organic lines and use a certifiably organic color line called All Nutrient. The colors are bold and never boring.
WHAT KIND OF CLIENT DO YOU ATTRACT THE MOST AND WHY?
We attract tons of bridal parties! The salon puts on upbeat music, and we rock out some amazing updos. Our stylists also do weddings on-site.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RED-CARPET AND FASHION-FORWARD BEAUTY TRENDS?
Halo Couture extensions are the hottest thing for hair. Our stylists match desired colors and lengths for our clients during a complimentary consultation, and once the extensions come in, we adjust them and show how to properly care for them.
WHAT CAN A CLIENT COUNT ON WHILE SITTING IN YOUR CHAIR?
Before services are performed, our stylists give a complete consultation to make sure they are on the same page.
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LEAH C. MCCAULEY / Hair Designer, East Town Chic, 773 N. Jefferson St., 414-276-2442, easttown.com/go/ east-town-chic-hair-boutique “I love what I do. There is nothing better than the confidence my clients leave with.”
TRACY BORNEMAN / Hair Designer, Style Salon, 12420 W. Beloit Rd., New Berlin, 262-782-0288, stylesalonnewberlin.com “I believe hair is our best accessory. I love helping people wear it the best they can!”
EMILY J. LUTZ / Hair Designer, Style Salon, 12420 W. Beloit Rd., New Berlin, 262-782-0288, stylesalonnewberlin.com “I love to create a salon experience that every client deserves by having each client look and feel their best.”
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SHAUNA HYLER / Hair & Nail Designer/Makeup Artist, Neroli Salon & Spa, 3885 N. Brookfield Rd., Brookfield, 414-227-2888, nerolispa.com “I strive to create a customized experience that leaves guests feeling confident, educated and beautiful.”
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LAURA A. MACK / Hair Designer, Style Salon, 12420 W. Beloit Rd., New Berlin, 262-782-0288, stylesalonnewberlin.com “Every service starts with a thorough consultation and ends with you feeling good!”
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LAURA M. BUNTON / Hair Designer, East Town Chic, 773 N. Jefferson St., 414-276-2442, easttown.com/go/ east-town-chic-hair-boutique “My passion is to make my clients look and feel their absolute best.”
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VANESSA M. BANGLE / Hair Stylist, Craig Berns Salon Spa, 645 Wells St., Delafield, 262-646-7406, craigberns.com “I love what I do! Meeting great people and being creative daily. What more could I ask for?”
JEN HEINECKE / Hair Stylist Craig Berns Salon Spa, 645 Wells St., Delafield, 262-646-7406, craigberns.com “The best thing about being a stylist is making my clients feel beautiful and confident inside and out.”
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Refresh Salons and Bodyworks 5300 S. 108th St., Hales Corners, refreshhalescorners.com Q&A with Emmy Rothbauer
WHAT COLOR LINE DO YOU USE AND WHY DO YOU LOVE IT? Alfaparf Milano, Wella and Matrix. This gives our clients some variety. Everyone’s hair is different.
DO YOU SPECIALIZE IN A UNIQUE SERVICE?
Most of our stylists are color educators, but we have unique salon services in acupuncture, Botox and massage. Everyone is tops in their respective fields, therefore we can give our clients the best day of beauty!
WHAT KIND OF CLIENT DO YOU ATTRACT THE MOST AND WHY?
We attract all kinds, particularly those that want multiple services. Our salon has hair, nails, skin care, Botox, massage and acupuncture. If you want to feel refreshed and look good, come to Refresh Salons and Bodyworks! Exclusively Emmy Salon, Emmy Rothbauer, 414-425-7474; Jenny’s Hour of Elegance, Jennifer Clarkson, 414-630-0094; Pure Beauty, Amie Sedlar, 414-659-2279; Mane Frame Salon, Janelle Burkhardt, 414-9165550; Angel’s Touch Massage, Nikki Priewie, 414-628-1157; Derma Skin Care Clinic, Deb Spina RN BSN MEP-C, 414-520-6911; Points of Light Acupuncture, Dr. Scott Nelson L. Ac, 414-248-8000
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WHAT CAN A CLIENT COUNT ON WHILE SITTING IN YOUR CHAIR?
Great communication is key to wonderful service! We repeat back what the client wants to make sure they are comfortable that we’ve listened.
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HOW DO YOU DELIVER A HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE?
We cater to our guests. For those with limited time, we offer multiple services simultaneously. We also use iPads to make future reservations from the comfort of the salon chair and finish with a makeup refresh. For downtown guests, validated parking is also available (call for details).
ARE YOU AVAILABLE ON SUNDAYS?
We’ve been open seven days a week for 20 years.
HOW DO YOU KEEP YOUR SALON EDUCATION FRESH?
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ANGIE L. SHROEDER / Hair Stylist/ Hair Department Manager, Azana Salon and Spa, 200 N. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, 262-784-4700, azanaspa.com “Nothing is as rewarding as making clients look and feel their best.”
KRYSTAL H. ZMUDZINSKI / Hair Stylist, Azana Salon and Spa, 200 N. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, 262-7844700, azanaspa.com “I bring color, beauty and a smile to the lives of others. Hair is my canvas, nothing beats that!”
MERITA TAIRI / Master Stylist, Salon Dovini, 7032 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, 414-256-2000 “My and my staff’s attention to detail in precision cutting and color expertise ensures that every client in our chairs leaves feeling and looking great!”
RACHEL KERNAN / Co-Owner/ Lead Stylist, De Riah Boutique Salon, Cedarburg - W64 N707 Washington Avenue/Mequon - 10526 N. Port Washington Rd., Cedarburg - 262376-1988/Mequon – 262-241-8899, deriah.com “Helping you look and feel your best.”
We bring in global award-winning artists to inspire our team and elevate services provided to guests. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see our team’s work.
WHERE DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION?
We’ve traveled to New York, Toronto, London, Paris, Milan, Berlin, Tokyo, India and Nepal to inspire our salon creativity and spa healing therapies.
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11134 N. Cedarburg Rd., Mequon, 262-242-4620 impressionsdayspa.com Photo by John Grant
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Sally Rogerson is our creative director. Based out of Los Angeles, she spent 20 years at Vidal Sassoon and trains our team to provide high-quality hair cuts with consistency every time. We are focused on delivering the highest level of customization for each guest.
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ROXANNE SCHLENDER / Hair Stylist/Extension Specialist, Azana Salon and Spa, 200 N. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, 262-784-4700, azanaspa.com “You never work if you love what you do. I love making you feel beautiful!”
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DO YOU TRAIN IN CUTTING HAIR A CERTAIN WAY?
PAULA M. OLIVER / Hair Stylist/ Extension Specialist, Azana Salon and Spa, 200 N. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, 262-784-4700, azanaspa.com “I feel fulfilled by making people feel beautiful and special every day!”
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Q&A with Kitty Tierney
HOW DO YOU KEEP YOUR SALON EDUCATION FRESH?
Impressions has monthly training meetings and attends training in Chicago, New York, Las Vegas, New Orleans and more. Education is part of our culture.
ARE YOU AVAILABLE ON SUNDAYS?
Impressions is open seven days a week. Sundays are a convenient time to get a quick haircut or a relaxing pedicure – now it’s one of our most popular days.
WHAT’S YOUR BIG BEAUTY NO-NO? Never lie to your stylist. Using certain products after other products can result in seriously compromised hair.
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR PROUDEST CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENT?
Along with a long list of awards, Redken flew me to New York to meet with the education team and VP of L’Oreal International. I was honored. Impressions is recognized as a leader and innovator in the salon industry.
Oliver, Schlender, Shroeder and Zmudzinski photos by Katie Fromstein
327 E. St. Paul Ave., 414-227-2888, nerolispa.com Downtown | Brookfield | Bayshore | East Side | Mequon
MADISON LOFY / Hair Stylist/ Extension Specialist, Azana Salon and Spa, 200 N. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, 262-784-4700, azanaspa.com “Satisfaction comes from changing attitudes in minutes with a new look.”
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MADISON GIBSON / Hair Designer, Neroli Salon & Spa, 327 E. St. Paul Ave., 414-227-2888, nerolispa.com “I love making guests happy. Designing a look fitting their lifestyle and personality ensures they always leave with a smile.”
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Beachcomber Salon
Texture
161 W. Wisconsin Ave., Pewaukee, 262-691-1200 beachcombersalon.com
6918 N. Port Washington Rd., Glendale, 414-477-9877, textureglendale.com
Q&A with Carole Riley and Ashley Rowland
WHAT HAIR ADVENTURES ARE YOU INVOLVED WITH OUTSIDE OF THE SALON?
We are the chosen stylist for Pewaukee’s annual Spring Bling Fashion Show and Razzle Dazzle Holiday Fashion Show. We love our community, and we love giving back!
WHAT STYLING PRODUCT LINE DO YOU SWEAR BY AND WHY?
We are one of the exclusive salons in the greater Milwaukee area to carry Kerastase. It is a luxury professional hair care brand that can instantly transform your hair! Kerastase uses the latest technology to create products that can help you achieve the hair of your dreams.
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Texture Salon welcomes you with a relaxing environment. You’ll love the personal attention and convenient location. We currently have full- and part-time rental space available.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE REDCARPET AND FASHIONFORWARD BEAUTY TRENDS?
Angela Trost
Bio: I’m passionate about beauty, and I love catering to my clients, whether they desire a look that’s traditional or adventurous. I’m artistic, reliable and flexible. My specialties are styling, special occasions and men’s haircuts. 414-477-9877, ajtexture@mac.com
We can’t get enough of balayage. Sun-kissed hair is so fun and playful! Balayage allows for us as stylists to create a personalized color that can only be achieved by you because every head is different. Plus, adding some playful, beachy waves really makes balayage glisten!
Rebecca Steffes
WHY DO YOU DO HAIR?
Doing hair allows us to meet people from all walks of life, be creative, and help people to feel good inside and out while learning more about ourselves!
Lisa Conrad, Elizabeth Ketterhagen, Rebecca Steffes and Angela Trost
Bio: With more than 20 years of experience, I am proud to call my clients my friends and family. I am committed to creating innovative color and precise haircuts. I communicate with clients to achieve the style that works for them. 414-688-4271, rsteffes@wi.rr.com
Lisa Conard
Bio: Hair is your best accessory, whether it’s replicating your signature look or trying the latest trends. Hair is my art form, and I have a steadfast devotion to making my clients look and feel amazing. 414-688-3835, lisa.texture@ gmail.com
Elizabeth Ketterhagen
Bio: I pride myself on giving my clients beautiful hair color. I’m dedicated to listening to their needs so I can achieve a hair color that is personalized just for them. 414-331-4100, elizabeth. ketterhagen@gmail.com
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