meet our team
Jessica Rivera
Specialiste 1 Stylist
Jessica has been with us since 2006. She is a color specialist. She loves transforming your new precision haircut or soft long layers with highlights, balayage, or color. Book an appointment in advance with Jessica.
**New clients with Jessica will have to book for a color service with their haircut.
Haircut: $100
Candy Pena
Master Level 2 Stylist
Candy is one of our Lakewood Ranch stylists that has been with us since 2005! Candy likes doing fresh & movable haircuts, keratin treatments and precision cuts. Candy has attended numerous education events with us in cutting, coloring and business classes. Book an appointment in advance with Candy.
Haircut: $85
Emily Konke
Master Level 2 Stylist
Emily came to us all the way from Detroit in 2008. She has been in the industry for over 20 years. Her extensive Education includes training at Vidal Sassoon and Bumble and bumble University. Her passion is working with curly textures, razor cutting, balayage and highlights. She finds inspiration in making her clients feel and look their best. Book an appointment in advance with Emily.
**New clients with Emily will have to book for a color service with their haircut.
Haircut: $85
Stephanie Pareja
Master Level 2 Stylist &
Hair Extension Specialist
Stephanie has been with us since 2012, grew up in Bradenton FL but is a Colombian descent. She loves to create looks that suit your style, face shape and complexion. She specializes in corrective colors and big hair changes, so make sure you book your complimentary consultation to achieve your desired look. Stephanie does special occasion bridal hair and is also a hair extension expert. She loves bringing out the fun of any hair length or texture and creating beautiful blondes. If you’re having trouble achieving that beautiful blonde of your dreams Stephanie is the stylist for you! Book an appointment in advance with Stephanie.
Haircut: $85
Guinevere Lucree
Creative Cutting Director &
Salon Educator
Guinevere has a passion for the craft of hairdressing and the progression of her art. She is not shy to a challenge, whether it be creative color or a classic perm. She loves short and precise cutting, including innovate and vintage men’s cuts. Guinevere also provides facial waxing.
Haircut: $75
Hiep Nguyen
Master Level 1 Stylist
HIP is an experienced hairdresser specializing in precision hair cutting. He has been trained by Toni & Guy and Vidal Sassoon. He specializes in color, balayage, highlights, pixie haircuts, Bob cuts, layers and celebrity blowouts. If you are looking to transform your new look this is the stylist for you.
Haircut: $75
Shawna Aviles
Master Level 1 Stylist &
Hair Extension Specialist
Born and raised in Sarasota, Shawna enjoys using highlights and balayage to create gorgeous, sun-kissed blondes. She excels at bridal and event up-dos, extensions and corrective color. And if you’re looking for someone good with curly hair, she’s your girl!
Haircut: $75
Melanie Eurick
Master Level 1 Stylist &
Extension Specialist
Melanie joins our team all the way from Chicago and has been in the hair industry since 2003. Melanie loves doing color of any kind. She enjoys Highlights and Balayage to give a beautiful, soft dimensional look . Melanie has attended extensive education classes, is certified, and specializes in hair extensions of all kinds. Looking for a beautiful up-style or special event hair? Melanie loves doing formal styles of all kinds. If you are looking for a razor cut, she is your girl!
Haircut: $75
Devon Kowalczyk
Artistic Level 2 Stylist &
Salon Educator
Devon loves creating beautiful balayage to compliment long layers and shoulder length bobs. Devon also specializes in updo’s so if you’re going to a special event, stop in and see Devon! Check out her Instagram page below!
Haircut: $65
Brittani Ryden
Artistic Level 2 Stylist &
Extension Specialist
As a Florida native, Brittani loves creating a blend of soft, beachy, “undone” look with harmonized color. With some Vidal Sassoon training, Brittani specializes in bobs and mid-length hair. She loves working with every client to create beautiful styles, natural-looking hair color and product recommendations to give you your healthiest hair. Brittani also loves doing updos.
Haircut: $65
Rosa Duran
Artistic Level 2 Stylist
Born and raised in Sarasota, Rosa loves to create beautiful beachy blondes of all tones. She is Bumble and bumble trained in Razor cutting. She is exceptional at blowouts and Formal Styles. Rosa provides facial waxing so make sure to schedule that with your appointment. Please call ahead in order to reserve your appointment with Rosa.
Haircut: $65
Allison Harding
Artistic Level 2 Stylist
Born and raised in Sarasota, FL. She loves to create beautiful high and low maintenance blondes. She loves spicing up brunettes by adding sun-kissed highlights or simply making the color come alive and shine. Allison prefers working with medium to long hair but will accept all kinds of hair in her chair. Allison is always attending our workshops and advanced education.
Haircut: $65
Bree Demirhan
Artistic Level 2 Stylist
Bree quickly made herself a vital part of the Yellow Strawberry Family. Her dedication to her craft and artistry of soft and blended looks with highlights and color is inspiring. Bree draws inspiration from the diverse styles and techniques within the cosmetology industry. She works collaboratively with clients to find a look that will naturally enhance their own beauty. Bree is excited to meet you! Please call ahead to schedule your appointment.
Haircut: $65
Victoria Romano-Swentner
Artistic Level 1 Stylist
Originally from Philadelphia, Victoria has been in the hair industry since 1987. She specializes in classic cutting techniques, coloring, treatments, and styling for special events. Victoria is patient, a good listener, and passionate about helping her guests feel and look their best. Book an appointment in advance with Victoria.
Haircut: $60
Blaine DeFreitas
Artistic Level 1 Stylist
When she's not collecting shells on Lido Key, she's behind the chair, painting beautiful hair. Blaine is a natural colorist who loves creating dimensional colors while utilizing modern techniques and color knowledge. Blondes, brunettes, and redheads alike will find themselves very comfortable in Blaine's chair. For face flattering haircuts and contemporary colors, give the salon a call to book with Blaine!
Haircut: $60
Rebecca Griggs
Artistic Level 1 Stylist
Becca is a Florida native. She enjoys working with all hair types and has extensive experience with curly hair. Her focus is healthy hair treatments, highlights, and smoothing treatments. She is this locations Keratin Complex Ambassador & Kérastase Ambassador.
Haircut: $60
Jenny Gonzalez
Designer Level 2 Stylist
Jenny specializes in highlights and/or color. She strives to make her clients feel beautiful by complimenting face shape and complexion. She has attended numerous education workshops with us.
Haircut: $56
Madison Grammerstorf
Designer Level 2 Stylist
Born and raised in the Englewood/Venice area of FL. Madison's creativity and passion for art helps give her the love for short hair, lived in color, funky styles, and formal styles. Please call to schedule an appointment and/or a consultation with Madison in advance.
Haircut: $56
Tori Mazzella
Designer Level 1 Stylist
Born and raised in New York, Tori joined our team in 2019. She has always loved the creative side of hair and life in general. Tori always loved playing around with makeup since she was a kid and later discovered she wanted to embrace more creativity and decide to become a cosmetologist. Bringing out the beauty and making people smile when she turns the chair around is one of the best feelings to her as a stylist, especially when highlighting & color is involved. She enjoys all kinds of long to medium hair. Book an appointment in advance with Tori!
Haircut: $53
Kamryn Campbell
Designer Level 1 Stylist
Bio coming soon!
Haircut: $53
Izzy Tapia
Designer Level 1 Stylist
Crafting stunning hair transformations since 2021 at our vibrant salon, I'm your go-to stylist for everything from sun-kissed highlights to rich, dimensional brunettes. An Illinois native who found my sunny niche in Florida since 2016, I believe in the power of a great cut and the magic of a simple blow-dry to make you look and feel fabulous. Let's create your perfect look together!
Haircut: $53
Skyla McDermott
Designer Level 1 Stylist
Meet Skyla, a proud Manatee High alum (Go Canes!) and a talented cosmetology graduate from Manatee Technical College. With her cosmetology license and a passion for hair, Skyla is dedicated to understanding and achieving her clients' unique hair goals. She's excited to chat and transform your hair dreams into a stunning reality!
Haircut: $53
Daniela Calderin
Designer Level 1 Stylist
Bio coming soon!
Haircut: $53
Maritza Mejia
Designer Level 1 Stylist
Bio coming soon!
Haircut: $53
Suzzi O’Donnell
Salon/Office Manager
Originally from Cincinnati Ohio, Suzzi has been with us since 2007. She has an Early Childhood Education Degree from the University of Cincinnati (GO BEARCATS!). She is our retail and inventory specialist. She loves, Baseball, Football, traveling, gardening and cooking. Spending time with her family, friends, and dogs make her happy. She is looking forward to meeting you at your next appointment.
Sebastian Behan
Salon Manager
Sebastian has his business degree from Florida International University and has been with us since 2016. He has a natural ability to take care of the team and our clientele and is a great asset to the salon. He loves soccer, travelling and spending time with his family. Sebastian looks forward to meeting you at your next appointment.
Whitney Grayson
Salon & Marketing Coordinator
Whitney is a Florida native and has been happily married to her husband since 2016! When she's not busy assisting our lovely clients, Whitney loves channeling her creativity through arts and crafts during her free time. She's super excited to help you book your next appointment and make sure you have an incredible salon experience!