A 2024 graduate of Douglas J. Aveda Grand Rapids, Alana’s bubbly and bright personality will have you feeling gorgeously present in her care. You've probably seen her smiling face around the salon as she finishes our advanced training program before she gets a chair of her own in March! With a passion for makeover blonding, transformative cuts, and bold styling, Alana strives to have you feeling like your most fabulous self. If you are interested in an apprentice service while she completes our training program, call the salon to make an appointment!

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Hannah is a dedicated stylist, licensed since 2023. She had been working through Legato's advanced training curriculum since 2021. She has a passion for all aspects of hair styling, including haircuts, special event styling, custom color formulation, detailed foil work, and lived-in balayage. Hannah is known for her warm personality and patient nature. Whether you're looking for a simple trim or a dramatic transformation, Hannah's attention to detail and commitment to providing exceptional service will bring your vision to life!

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Licensed in 2013, Abbie has dedicated her entire career to working with Aveda. Whether it's your first visit or you come in monthly, you'll feel welcomed immediately in her chair! Abbie loves witnessing the confidence shift when you feel great about your updated look, specializing in coloring techniques: foil highlights, lowlights, color correction, grey reduction and full coverage, as well as haircuts for any length & texture of hair. She's skilled at permanently altering your straight-wavy hair to deliver a body wave or curl too. Abbie's lively personality and warm smile is sure to make you feel right at home.

Licensed in 2002, Dayna’s amazing work is inspired by music, art, and her strong passion for the fashion industry. She uses her highly trained eye to choose a look that is both flattering and contemporary to her clients. In addition to training with Aveda, Redken, and Vidal Sassoon, Dayna continues her education at several advanced academies across the Midwest.

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Hanna has been licensed since 2024 and completed an advanced training program under our Level 2 esthetician, Caroline. Being around her mom - a hairdresser - cultivated a deep passion for all things beauty early on in Hanna's life. She loves helping everyone around her feel like the best version of themselves, and whole-heartedly believes that skincare is self-care! Hanna is particularly drawn to Aveda because of the commitment to clean beauty and naturally-derived formulas, aligning with her own values. Let's work together to promote self-love through personalized skincare experiences!​

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Liz graduated from Douglas J Aveda in Grand Rapids in 2022, and completed our advanced training curriculum shortly after. Her sweet and kind nature, along with her attentiveness and thoroughness, will make you feel special and cared for throughout your entire visit. Liz believes that the key to healthy and beautiful hair is a great at-home hair care routine & she loves to share her knowledge with her guests to help them achieve their hair goals. With her expertise and creativity, she can create a look that's perfect for your unique personality, and can work with all hair types and textures.

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@lizziejdoeshair

Melinda’s main focus behind the chair is the relationship she has with her clients and their hair. A stylist since 2013, she places high value on the excellence of her chosen craft; believing that a beautiful, finished look for all hair types starts out with a very thorough consultation that impresses each client that sits in her chair. Whether it be a color, cut, or even special event styling; Melinda is dedicated to delivering what looks and feels best for each client.

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@melinda_salonlegato

A Legato employee since 2016, you have definitely had Julia book one (or a hundred) of your appointments.   She truly loves getting to know each and every face that comes into both our Farmington and Berkley locations.  She may also ask you for a before and after picture of your service, as she is the face behind our social media accounts!  Julia graduated with a BFA in acting from Wayne State University in 2022 and does film/theatre work in the Metro Detroit area where she further indulges her passion for day-making and creating smiles.

Olivia graduated from Douglas J Institute in 2019 and has loved Aveda products ever since. She has a particular passion for helping guests embrace their natural hair pattern, whatever that may be. She takes pride in the relationships she builds with her guests and always strives to make her guests feel as comfortable and taken care of as possible. Olivia loves to tackle big challenges with transformative colors or haircuts! With her love for education, she is constantly learning new techniques and skills to make sure that her guests leave with a style they love.

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@olivia.james.hair

Caroline has always had a passion for beauty and skin care in particular! She graduated from Douglas J. Aveda Institute, earning her esthetics license in 2021. She strongly aligns with Aveda’s commitment to helping guests feel beautiful while remaining environmentally conscious. Caroline prides herself on creating a welcoming and educational environment for everyone who walks into her treatment room and is looking forward to meeting you!    

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@greenbeautybycaroline

Angie has been dedicated to the beauty industry since 2005 and loves to work with all types of hair - from coily to straight textures at any length! She has an amazingly colorful personality with a big smile, she's patient, and is a total nerd for how products work...you'll leave her chair with the knowledge of how to achieve the best results for your hair and skin at home. Angie is a regular at advanced Aveda classes and believes in the importance of continuing education to give her guests the ultimate experience. 

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@angela_salonlegato