Michelle

OWNER/ARTISTIC DIRECTOR/MASTER COLORIST

International Hair Designer and Color Expert Michelle

Michelle has been in the hair industry for over twenty-five years, constantly reinventing her style. She has trained with well-known master stylists across the United States, Europe, and North Africa, including but not limited to Vidal Sassoon, Vivienne Mac Kinder, and Oribe.  With her French background, Michelle is an expert in many different types of balayage, a French technique which has become the latest trend in the United States.

She has mastered the art of disconnection in hair design and is a color correction expert, proving that no hair color or style is too challenging. Her personal and in-depth client consultations assure that both parties have a shared vision for the end result of her services. Michelle is a master colorist and Goldwell national educator, having trained stylists and colorists in perfecting their work over the years. She has an innate passion for style, and is frequently involved in photoshoots, editorial work, and fashion week events.

Michelle is constantly evolving her craft and has traveled the world on her own accord to educate herself and bring back the newest and most innovate ways of creating unique hairstyles. She has a passion for philanthropy and incorporates charity work into her business, having been a part of various fundraisers in previous salons and organizing her own at Ateliers 113.  In her free time Michelle enjoys sewing, working out, and creating her own recipes. 

“Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall” –Confucius

Sandy: Stylist

Sandy’s love for the beauty and fashion industry led to pursue hair styling as a creative outlet for her passion. She began her career at the age of 19, trained under French and German stylists. Sandy has been a staple in the Summit scene for years, many of her clients are Summit natives that have stayed and grown with her as the salon has passed from owner to owner.   She continues to study with many talented hair stylists and colorists throughout New Jersey and New York, being trained in Goldwell, Wella, Schwarzkopf, and Redken color, as well as completing certification in the Brazilian Blowout and Smoothing treatments. She focuses on the beauty of women, men, and children’s hair which she has had the privilege of cutting and styling. Sandy is incredibly attentive in her work, her willingness to go the extra mile has rewarded her with faithful clientele throughout her career. 

Outside of the salon Sandy is an active member in her community; volunteering, acting on her board of trustees in her neighborhood, and being active in her church.  

“Life is short, you create your own happiness”

Janeiry: Stylist

Janeiry is a NYC stylist we are so happy to be welcoming in to our NJ salon! With nearly a decade of experience, she has already done so much in her career, such as, being the lead artist for Fashion Week as well as getting involved in product development.

While very experienced in all areas of hair styling, she specializes in Balayage, lived-in color and hair extensions! Her goal is to give every guest that sits in her chair a world class experience and make them feel as good as she makes them look!

When she is not doing hair, you can find her volunteering at an animal shelter or spending time with her family and fur babies.

“There is no greater feeling than making someone look and feel their best!”

Cristine: Make Up Artist/Assistant

Cristine is a licensed cosmetologist with nearly a decade in the industry. She specializes in make-up applications, lash extensions, large weddings and hair styling. She has joined our team to expand her horizons, services and continue learning the ins and outs of hair!

Book with her for your events! She is now taking on appointments for Make-Up, Blow-Drys and Styling

Tez: Stylist

Tez is a Turkish Stylist that has spent the last 20+ years cutting, coloring and styling hair in New York City and Brooklyn. She specializes in both Women’s and Men’s haircuts and styling, always taking the shape of the face and head into consideration so your cut falls perfectly!

She does amazing color and highlighting and loves to educate her clients throughout the process to ensure they understand what the plan of action is and are happy with the results. Professionally trained in L’Oreal, Redken, Goldwell, Schwarzkopf plus ammonia-free colors, she finds the perfect formulations for anyone who sits in her chair!

“My mission is for you to look at your hair at any point in the day and feel happy and confident with who you see in the mirror”