We're The O.G. girl gang

Hey y'all, 

An eclectic group of hair stylists with over 54 years of collective experience.

We believe your hair should be your ultimate statement piece! At AKS, it’s all about enhancing what you already have—nurturing your natural beauty with top-notch hair care, and giving it that extra glam with our luxurious extensions.

MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE
MEET YOUR HAIR-MATE

Kristin

Owner and Hair artist

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Born with small-town roots but big city dreams, Ami trained at Toni and Guy before taking the Dallas salon scene by storm. Now, as the founder of Ami Kristin Studio in Rockwall, she’s all about creating a welcoming, high-energy experience for her clients. Her passion? Lived-in hair with a high-maintenance look and low-maintenance upkeep. When she's not behind the chair, you’ll find her coaching her team or snuggling with her Frenchie.

about:

specialties:

  • Lived-in blondes
  • Luxe brunette color
  • Hand-tied extensions

@amikristinstudio

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shley

hair artist

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Hailing from Los Angeles, Ashley has hairdressing in her DNA, with cosmetologists on both sides of her family. After moving to Texas for love and building a beautiful family of three girls, she spent 9 years as a colorist and educator at a Dallas salon. Now, she's bringing her color expertise to her hometown, where her creative soul thrives. Her blend of artistic flair and expert technique makes her a go-to for show-stopping color transformations!

about:

specialties:

  • Balayage
  • Curly Hair
  • Red Heads

@ashupinhair

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ade

Hair artist

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Meet Jade, the hair magician who’s been slaying styles for over ten years! After swapping snowy Minnesota for sunny Texas, she’s all about family adventures and fabulous hair. When she’s not camping with her crew, she’s busy creating that coveted lived-in look—blonde or brunette, she loves them all! Trained in curly hair techniques, she’s here to help you embrace your natural beauty.

about:

specialties:

  • Curly Hair
  • Balayage
  • Hand-tied Extensions

@hair_x_jb

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aylee

hair artist

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Meet Kaylee, the hair wizard you didn’t know you needed! With a full-ride scholarship from The Aveda Institute Dallas (yep, she’s that good!), Kaylee has been working her magic for eight years. Her love language? Creating show-stopping hair and building epic SIS-level connections with her clients. Obsessed with the gal pals and hair magic at AKS, she’s here to bring joy and fabulousness to your hair journey.

about:

specialties:

  • Special Event Hair
  • Hand-tied Extensions

@kd_doeshair

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mma

Hair artist

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Say hello to Emma, the East Texas sweetheart who’s all about those good vibes and gorgeous hair! When she’s not crafting hair magic at AKS, you’ll find her spoiling her pup and soaking up the city life. An Aveda Institute grad, Emma's got a soft spot for brunettes but absolutely loves bringing out the shine in blondes and brondes too! With you in her chair, you’re guaranteed a fun session filled with laughter, great hair talk, and maybe even a few puppy stories!

about:

specialties:

  • Curly Hair
  • Lived-in Color
  • Brunettes
  • Hand-tied Extensions

@styledby.emmagrace

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aRAH

hair artist

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This Hoosier-born beauty packed up her bags (and her styling tools) and headed South right after graduating in October 2024 — and she’s been slaying hair ever since! When she’s not giving you your dream hair, she’s living her best life at a concert or lounging poolside with a drink in hand. Sarah is obsessed with all things hair and is always leveling up her skills to keep you looking flawless. Book with her — your hair will thank you! 

about:

specialties:

  • Lived-In Blondes
  • Salon Support
  • Learning & Development

@HAIRBYSARAHHJO

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ayla

hair artist

K

Say hi to Kayla, the San Diego gem who traded her surfboard for scissors! Since jumping into the hair game in 2021, she’s been all about giving clients that “I woke up like this” vibe with stunning blonding, dreamy balayage, and luscious hand-tied extensions. When she’s not sprinkling hair magic, you’ll find her cuddling her pup or planning her next travel adventure. Get ready for a fun hair transformation—Kayla’s got you covered!

about:

specialties:

  • Blonding
  • Balayage
  • Hand-tied Extensions

@hairby.kaylaxo

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akaela

Hair artist

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Meet Makaela, our island girl turned Texas beauty expert! Hailing from sunny Honolulu, she made the leap to the Lone Star State in 2010 and graduated from the Aveda Institute in 2015. After a whirlwind romance that took her to Tucson, AZ, and back home after welcoming twin boys, she’s ready to sprinkle her hair magic once again. Makaela is all about forging connections and making everyone feel like the gorgeous versions of themselves!


about:

specialties:

  • Lived-in blondes and brunettes
  • Hand-tied Extensions

@hairxmakaela

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ofia

Hair Artist

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Say hey to Sofia, our Texas gem who's always ready to sparkle! As a proud Aveda grad, she’s not just learning the ropes—she’s mastering the art of hair magic as our fabulous salon assistant at AKS. When she’s not honing her skills alongside our talented stylists, you’ll catch her diving into a page-turner, strutting her stuff with her dogs, or laughing it up with friends. This girl is on a mission to turn every day into a fabulous hair day!

about:

specialties:

  • Salon Support
  • Learning & Development

@sofiaangelohair

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exi

SOCIAL MEDIA GIRLIE + GUEST HAPPINESS TEAM

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Lexi is a hometown girl who knows Texas like the back of her hand! A proud graduate with a degree in Integrated Marketing Communications and a specialization in social media, she’s bringing her creativity and people-loving energy to the AKS team as the new social media guru and friendly face at the front desk. When she’s not capturing the perfect post or welcoming clients with a smile, you can find her spending time with her family, soaking up the sun, or hunting for her next favorite shopping find.

about:

specialties:

  • Social Media Coordinator
  • Guest Happiness

Elmore

mane director / guest happiness coordinator

my

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Amy is your go-to Texas gal with a wild crew—a charming husband and three spirited kiddos who keep life anything but dull! Always armed with a Diet Coke and ready to cheer on her mini MVPs from the sidelines, she's the queen of multitasking. With a flair for black and a love for spontaneous NYC getaways, Amy adds a sprinkle of fun to everything she does. After her teaching days, she’s thriving at AKS and couldn’t be happier to be part of this fabulous team!

about:

specialties:

  • Guest Happiness
  • Scheduling Coordinator
  • Team Building Director

elaney

mane Guest Happiness babe

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Delaney is our East Coast transplant who traded Rhode Island for the charm of Texas! This Ole Miss Rebel is majoring in Integrated Marketing and Communications, and she’s here to sprinkle some Southern hospitality everywhere she goes. Since joining AKS in summer 2023, she’s been all about making friends and spreading good vibes with her guest happiness crew. When she’s not brightening your day, you can catch her perfecting her “bestie” role. 

about:

specialties:

  • Guest Happiness

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