Emma is dedicated to helping clients look and feel their best. With expertise in the latest trends, she crafts styles that enhance confidence and showcase each client’s unique personality. Emma strives to provide a positive and transformative experience for everyone who visits her salon.

 

In her free time, she enjoys the company of her cat Harry, listening to podcasts, and spending time with friends and her boyfriend in her hometown of San Marcos. She also nurtures her passion for music and art by participating in the local community choir.

Kelcie has been styling hair for family and friends since her teenage years. As a proud Austinite, she took a leap and at The Aveda Institute Austin, where she quickly realized hairdressing is her true calling! Kelcie is passionate about her clients achieve their hair goals, from stunning color transformations to stylish cuts, whether it’s a mullet or flowing layers.

 

When she’s at the salon, you can find her enjoying adventures with her daughter, Ophelia, baking treats, attending local shows, or indulging in reality TV with her cat, Pickles. Being vegan, she loves discovering the best vegan restaurants in town!

Sarah made the move from Montana to Austin to escape the chill and follow her passion for music. She thrives on empowering others, whether it’s by helping them achieve their dream hair, teaching them efficient styling techniques, or simply being their biggest cheerleader. “I want my clients to know they are in good hands and truly matter. "While sitting in my chair, they are my top priority.”

 

When she's not at the salon, Sarah enjoys playing music, rock climbing, and spending quality time with friends and her dog. She's always eager to explore and welcomes recommendations for great places to eat, play, or enjoy the.

Bailey grew up surrounded by the beauty industry, inspired by her mother, a talented cosmetologist who owned her salon. Her lifelong dream has been to empower others by enhancing their natural beauty and boosting their confidence. graduating from the Aveda Institute, Bailey launched her career at Black Orchid, completing her apprenticeship.

 

When she’s not transforming her clients' hair, she loves spending time with her furry friends, exploring Austin's vibrant dining scene, traveling, and enjoying live music at festivals.

Vanessa is truly passionate about her craft! Her love for hair began at a young age, inspired by her grandmother who worked at a family friend's salon. Eager to learn, she attends educational courses to keep her skills sharp.

 

Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys riding her motorcycle and visiting theme parks—if there's a roller coaster, she's on it! A devoted mom to her son Gavin and two dogs, she also cherishes cozy Netflix nights. Vanessa is dedicated to her art and is excited to connect with you and enhance your hair experience.

Frannie believes that healthy hair is beautiful hair. She specializes in personalized haircutting and natural-looking low-maintenance color that enhance your unique style. Frannie is passionate about making her clients feel their best with effortless looks and loves building connections with them to highlight their beauty. To ensure a thorough consultation, she encourages guests to bring inspiration photos, ensuring everyone is on the same page.

 

When she's not in the salon, you can find her enjoying all things Sanrio, caring for her fur and plant babies, attending local shows, trying new foods, and embracing her as a cool aunt to four nieces and three nephews.

When Lauren joined the Vidal Sassoon Connection Academy, marking the beginning of an incredible journey. Passionate about hairstyling, she finds joy in making people look and feel their best, and wouldn’t trade her career for anything. Lauren is dedicated to helping everyone love their hair and achieve their hair goals.

 

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time at home with her husband Brian and their adorable fur babies, while indulging in comedies and guilty-pleasure reality TV, and traveling to enjoy live music whenever she can.

Maggie is originally from Northern VA but moved to ATX in 2009. She began her hair journey at the AVEDA Institute here in Austin. She fell in love with doing highlights to enhance your natural hair color. Maggie also enjoys doing pixie cuts, men’s hair, and working with your natural style. She wants you to feel like the best version of yourself every day, without having to overthink it. “Hair is right, Life is right” is her motto. She will keep your hair goals in a reality check while making you feel amazing working with what you already have. Maggie wants you to feel safe and comfortable in her chair. The best feeling for her is when a client cannot stop looking at themselves in a mirror.

 

When Maggie is not making you feel like the best version of you, she is hanging out with her husband Demian, her son Leo, and dog Ozzie.

Miranda is glad to help you create compelling text content for your. Here’s a revised version of your text in a default tone: Miranda, originally from Southern Canada (Minnesota), began her hair career in Colorado and has been transforming hair in Austin since 2015. With over a decade of experience, she is dedicated to changing lives through hair.

 

In her spare time, Miranda enjoys various crafts like crocheting, painting, and dollhouse making, along with nurturing her plants. She's passionate about her work, loves helping clients feel their best, and embraces every client to make a difference.

Veronica has a passion for hair that moves and flows. She thrives on creating wavy hairstyles, layered cuts, voluminous looks, while also enjoying the creativity of designing pixie cuts. Her aim is to enhance the natural hairline and texture, ensuring a soft, low-maintenance short cut that prioritizes healthy, practical hair.

 

Having grown up in Austin, Veronica loves the vibrant music, delicious food, and beautiful nature the city offers, making live shows and bike rides along the Southern Walnut Creek Trail her favorite ways to enjoy her time off.

Emali's passion for hair began in her hometown of Indiana, where she loved styling her friends' hair just for fun. After graduating high school, she pursued her dream by enrolling in cosmetology school, turning her love for hair into a rewarding career. Emali aims to help you feel fantastic about your appearance, giving you that extra boost of confidence we all deserve!

 

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 Ashton began her journey in the beauty industry as a junior high school. Her passion for helping people feel their best continues to fuel her career today. With a unique blend of creativity and practicality, she listens attentively to her clients, their visions come to life.

 

When she's not at the salon, Ashton enjoys relaxing with her husband and their adorable pets. A true patio enthusiast, she's on the lookout for the perfect spot to unwind, preferably accompanied by her furry friends.

Kate is truly a gem in Austin, seamlessly combining exceptional customer service with remarkable hair skills! Her intuition ensures she listens closely to her clients, crafting the best possible experience and results. As Black Orchid Salon's first protégée, Kate transitioned from managing our front desk to the cutting floor, training under our talented Juan and Emali to her stellar reputation and devoted following.

 

Beyond hair, Kate is a level 2 Reiki Practitioner, a Black Swan Certified yoga teacher a day-maker, and an amazing cook. We can't but think that one day her witty one-liners will grace the pages of a best-selling book! From "Liv Tyler is the world's most beautiful crier" to "Call it a 'dog eat dog' world if you want, but I'll always call it a doggy dog world," her humor is simply unforgettable!

Brittany, originally from a small town in Kansas, quickly made her way to Austin. Growing up in a salon with her hairstylist stepmother, she developed a passion for creating natural-looking hair colors, specializing in vibrant reds, rich brunettes, and stunning blondes. With expertise in wavy curls and thick hair, Brittany has experimented with every type of fringe.

 

Currently, she is at the University of Texas, studying Psychology and planning to pursue a Master's in Counseling, all while enjoying her downtime with her three beloved cats: Bird, Rex, and Gravy.

After graduating from barber school, Juan embarked on his career in the late 1900s, beginning his journey at an Aveda near the U.T. campus. He refined his skills alongside talented stylists but sought more, training with the director of education at Vidal Sassoon Academy in Santa Monica, California. During intensive creative courses, he discovered the artistry behind hair, transforming his approach from mere styling to true creativity. With an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, Juan has participated in various cutting courses at Vidal Sassoon Salons across Chicago and San Francisco and has completed Master Colorist training with Goldwell in New York and Vancouver. He inspires everyone around him to embrace growth and never settle for complacency.

 

Throughout his career, Juan has built lasting relationships with countless clients, many of whom he proudly considers friends!

For Lilli, being a stylist is about crafting beauty and bringing joy to others every day—truly the best reward. With a keen understanding of the relaxed Austin vibe, Lilli excels at designing easy-care cuts that look fantastic around the clock. She enjoys creating styles that are quick to maintain in the morning yet can be transformed for a night out. Lilli also cherishes when clients come in for a refreshing shampoo and blow-dry before special occasions or elegant.

 

Please note, Lilli is not accepting new clients at this time.

Draco, a Las Vegas native, is a highly skilled hairstylist, specializing in dry and wet cutting, long layers, short to clipper cuts, textured/curly cuts, naturally lived-in color results (balayage, foilyage) highlights, and blends of color techniques that complement each guest's unique features and lifestyle.

 

Beyond hairstyling, he is a published author in self-help, deeply passionate about holistic and spiritual wellness, striving to enhance his guests' external and internal well-being. His approach is about achieving aesthetic excellence and fostering a sense of overall health and balance. Draco's artistic flair extends into music, expressing his creativity through musicianship, and he enjoys outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and water sports, embracing the beauty of nature. With Draco, rest assured that you'll receive a comprehensive service that caters to your individual needs, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience. 

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Please note, Draco is not accepting new clients at this time

Danielle has been in the hair industry for almost two decades and in that time she has continued to educate herself and learn from those around her to better serve her clients. She prides herself on really listening to a client's wants and needs. Her hope is that when you leave her chair you have been heard and are happy with the result. She truly enjoys every aspect of what she does and getting to create a look that makes people feel good about themselves is the best part.

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She loves cuddling up to her furry little babies with a good book on the sofa or playing volleyball with her friends.

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Danielle now resides in the Dever, Colorado area. She's back in the salon on occasion to treat a few of her existing clients. Unfortunately, she's not taking new clients at this time.