CARLEY

My love for this industry started early, my first salon job was at 15! I worked my way through college as a makeup artist before attending Chicago’s Aveda Institute of Cosmetology. From there, I found myself behind the scenes in the fashion world, creating looks for models and celebrities such as Joan Rivers, Eva Longoria, Diane Lane, Billy Corgan, Martin Short, Danica Patrick, and Ziggy Marley.

 

Today, my chair is where artistry meets authenticity. My goal is for every guest to feel relaxed, confident, and cared for. We’ll laugh, have fun, and keep things easygoing, but you can always count on me to be on time, professional, and focused on the health of your hair. I love helping clients achieve beautiful, low-maintenance styles that fit seamlessly into their everyday lives.

 

I specialize in gray coverage and blending, bright blondes, precision cutting, dimensional brunettes, balayage, and curly hair. I use clean, non-toxic products that are safe for both people and the planet, and I enjoy sharing tips that simplify your beauty routine. My passion has always been helping others look and feel like the best version of themselves.

 

I’ve also worked as a senior artist for Sephora, MAC Cosmetics, and Blue Mercury, and taught at London Eyes Makeup School (Chicago) and Mitsu Sato Cosmetology School (Overland Park). Before pursuing cosmetology, I studied Music Business and Vocal Performance at Berklee College of Music in Boston, a background that still inspires my creativity every day.

 

Outside the salon, I’m a musician, a twin mom, a world traveler, and an outdoors lover. My husband and I play together in a roots band, and our three kids fill our world with love, music, and laughter.