MEET THE TALENT

Vandross stylists specialize in innovative hair coloring, the balayage technique, cutting edge styling trends, precise hair cutting, EXTENSIONS, and all that goes into THE maintenance of healthy hair for both men and women.

SUE sterba

Susan Sterba, owner and stylist, has just over twenty years of experience utilizing her skills in ways that have allowed her to deliver second-to-none service to every unique client. She specializes in the balayage technique, has a passion for lived-in hair, embracing natural textures, and creating effortless looks.

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JOEL ALLISON

Joel Allison, a Chicago native with over fifteen years of experience, focuses on bringing positive energy to every appointment to create a relaxing atmosphere. He is an expert at balayage and also specializes in blondes and men’s hair, with a passion for natural and effortless looks. His motto is Look good, feel good.

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DANIELLE BARBERINI

Danielle Barberini, a licensed barber and cosmetologist, has over fifteen years experience in the industry. Her drive, consistency, and healthy sense of adventure in her haircuts gives her an uplifting quality. From the beginning, Danielle has been absolutely dedicated to making every client feel confident in their look.

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MIKAYLA FRATERRIGO

Mikayla Fraterrigo, with more than seven years of experience in the hair industry, is both wise and talented beyond her years. She has an understanding that every client is unique and strives to make sure they leave with a breathtaking look and feel. Mikayla specializes in curls, balayage, and hand painting. She loves creating beautiful natural blondes, making sure the grow out is seamless.

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CORTNEY BROY

An accomplished graduate from the Aveda Institute of Chicago, Cortney Broy has over a decade of experience behind the chair and over six years of experience as an educator. She loves every form of hair color and hair type while encompassing a passion for doing special events such as fashion shows and weddings. With both her attention to detail and desire to sustain her creative edge, Cortney has the ability to customize styles based on the needs and wants of each individual guest.

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LAUREN KIMURA

With two decades experience as a stylist, Lauren Kimura specializes in all men’s and women’s haircuts ranging from pixie’s to long. She has a passion and skill set for painting hair via highlights, balayage, and all over colors.

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ALEXIS GRIVETTI

Alexis Grivetti has almost ten years experience behind the chair. Already in her young career, she has the ability to do it all. Her favorites include natural highlights and special occasion hair and makeup.

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ELIZABETH RAMIREZ

An accomplished stylist with over a decade of experience in Chicago, Elizabeth Ramirez has honed her skills in all aspects of hair beauty. During this time she has developed a special passion and skill set second to none in the art of the blowout. Elizabeth also specializes in all aspects of hair coloring.

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STEPHANIE MINIER

With creativity and know-how from over a decade of experience behind the chair in Chicago, Stephanie Minier stands out as an industry savant. Her mastered techniques include balayage, foils, melts, cuts, and styling.

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JESSICA QUINTERO

Born and raised in Chicago, Jessica Quintero has been developing her proficiency behind the chair for nearly a decade. Specializing in all hair textures, she has vast experience and expertise in extensions, blonding, and formal styles. Jessica’s fervor for hair stems from a creative knack she possesses and also a love for connecting intuitively with her guests.

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KARA HAGY

A licensed cosmetologist and rising stylist, Kara Hagy thrives off making clients feel self-assured and exceptional through her developed techniques in highlights, foilayage, and cutting. Kara is also certified in Bellami Extensions, creating before and afters that look as subtle or dramatic as her client wishes.

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ALEXANDRIA QUINTERO

Alexandria Quintero is a licensed esthetician. For over six years she has specialized in brow shaping, brow lamination, and tinting. Alexandria believes brows are not one size fits all. Her passion and perfectionism allows her to customize her service to fit facial features and desires of each individual client.

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IVAN GOMEZ

An accomplished stylist with over fifteen years of experience in both Chicago and West Hollywood, Ivan specializes in modern lived in looks. He’s a L’Oréal balayage certified expert and trained under celebrity stylist George Papanikolas and Andy Lecompte. Ready to bring some of the West Coast trends to the Midwest, Ivan delivers a high-end and relaxing service.

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EMILY POMORSKI

A native of the Chicago area and bringing a “go with the flow” vibe, Emily has nothing but love for her city and the people in it! She loves to do it all and specializes in bridal/event styling, cuts, highlights, and Bellami hair extensions. She joined Vandross with the purpose of building on her foundation while broadening and perfecting her art form!

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MIA MASINO

Mia is a high energy Chicago girl with a love for all things hair. Whether it’s bright blondes, rich brunettes, or a fresh set of extensions, she’s inspired by all the hottest trends to make you feel confident and beautiful! She joined the Vandross team for the opportunity to broaden her horizons via perfecting her craft and reaching new audiences.

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