Our Team
Luxe Hair Salon Stylists
owner
Nina has an unmatched passion for the beauty industry and has been in the industry for many years! Along with her laundry list of experience and travels, she’s also won many industry awards, including Las Vegas Hairdresser of the Year in 2002. With her hard work and perseverance, she built her clientele by word-of-mouth and was even recognized as one of the top five stylists of 2009 during Fashion Week Austin. Recently , she has been featured on Instagram, on Mane Interest, Love Hair and The BarberSeat to name a few. She has continued her love for education and has attended a many classes on Balayage, including Oligo Pro, Advanced Balayage of Business of Balayage and perfected her skill. She also holds a certification in Blondes Advanced from Business of Balayage. And if your yearning for long hair she is also certified in Hot Heads Extensions. She has been a mentor to many stylists during her young career, teaching the art of hair and the value of a strong stylist/client relationship. Nina truly focuses on first listening to exactly what it is her clients are looking for, and by using that communication, she makes her clients look and feel absolutely beautiful.
Baleria, our short and sweet Bal is a true Austinite born and raised in South Austin. She graduated from Baldwin Beauty School and she went through a rigorous apprenticeship program at Luxe. She is seasoned in Balayage, teasy lights or just your overall hilites. She continues to expand her knowledge in all things hair and beauty and her passion shows in her work. She is dedicated to her education by attending classes all over Austin to perfect her craft. She enjoys precision cutting, mens cuts, coloring and Brazilian Blowouts. She is all about the client and ensuring you're in love with not just your hair, but your whole look. Baleria is ready to make you feel beautiful!
stylist
stylist
Elise was raised in Austin, Texas where she currently still resides, instilling in her true Texas roots. She attended one of the most prestigious Austin Cosmetology Schools, Avenue Five Institute. Elise has been extremely passion about the hair industry for the entirety of her life. She has no limit when it comes to setting her goals of becoming an elite hair artist, and endlessly expands her capabilities with practice and persistence. Although she specializes in blondes, she thrives in various other skills including color, balayage, teasy lights, tape-in extensions, and updos. She also has her certification for hand tied extensions. Aside from the interest and enjoyment of the career itself, Elise truly enjoys how rewarding it feels to see a client leave with improved and resounding levels of confidence. Therefore, Elise's career motto is "By doing what you love, you inspire and awaken the hearts of others."
stylist
Since 2006, Clayton started working for Toni & Guy. He quickly fell in love with industry and made his way up to Salon Coordinator and Assistant Manager. Toni & Guy's extensive education allowed Clayton to become one of their leading Color specialist. When he completed that program he moved into the styling and cutting program and became a well rounded Master Stylist. Without a doubt, his love and passion for the industry will shine in his client's hair.
stylist
Whitney has lived in Lakeway for 8 years and is a graduate from lake Travis High School. She attended Avenue Five Cosmetology School, where she fell in love with the hair industry. Her determination and desire to excel in her craft, has allowed her to succeed and pursue her dreams and passions in the industry. She is a well rounded stylist and specializes in Balayage and hair painting. She recently attended the Long Beach Hair Show and was featured on stage with Redken and worked along side Sam Villa. Whitney brings a flare for the current modern industry. When her passion for the career meets your hair you will never look back!!
stylist
Veronica has been in the Lake Travis area since 2001 and is well-known by her peers as a passionate stylist and colorist. The passion she has for her art has led her to further her abilities and knowledge in a number of ways. She is certified by L’Oreal as a Color Specialist in ISO color and the new, ammonia- free INOA, which has been deemed “the hair color of the future.” Veronica is also certified by So.Cap.USA® as a professional hair extentionist. Along with her experience and certifications, Veronica has been trained and mentored by a variety of wonderful hairstylists. She’s sure to leave you feeling fabulous.
stylist
Christine was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona and has had a passion for the fashion industry all her life. She’s been in the cosmetology field for 14+ years and is a Special Occasion Specialist. Currently working on her certification with Ulyana Aster for Master updo education. She is certified by Business of Balayage and is a Redken Master Colorist. She has trained one-on-one with Redken leaders David Stanko and Sam Villa. Christine loves educating her clients on how to achieve their desired look at home. She is driven to discover and learn new technology and the latest techniques in coloring, cutting and styling. She truly brings her ultimate artistic expression to each and every one of her clients. Be sure to check out her Instagram portfolio at
Stylist
Andrea has lived in Austin for 8 years, where her love for the beauty industry blossomed. Her passion and love for the craft of hair has grown tremendously over the years, which has allowed for much growth in her ability and knowledge. From Brazilian Blowouts, precision cuts, and hair extensions, Andrea specializes in balayage and color. She truly believes in enhancing every single one of her clients natural beauty, and making their visit in her chair the best salon experience they've ever had!
Instagram: @prettyinblonde_
Haley, is new to our team. She attended Lake Travis High School and graduated from Aveda Institute of Austin. Over the past eight years, she worked at Shear Headcase Salon where she held the position of manager and head stylist specializing in balayage, highlights and mens cuts. Haley strengthens her skill set by regularly attending seminars, classes,etc. to further enhance her techniques. She takes pride in her craft and throughly enjoys the opportunity to please her client base. She joins our team with a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Haley is a native Texas, born in Dallas and has spent the past 20 years in the Austin area. Her long term dream is to own her individual salon..
Stylist
Stylist
Lisa is highly-skilled with an amazing attention to detail and a focus on excellent customer service. She is from Billings, Montana where she worked at the esteemed Blanco Blanco salon as a top hair designer. She has been in the Austin area for five years. Her consultative approach to hair allows her to clearly understand her clients’ visions for their hairstyles. She asks the right questions before beginning so that she can make the best recommendation and deliver a fantastic result. Lisa’s easygoing personality helps to ensure her customers’ time at the salon is pressure-free.
Michelle has a passion for customer service and stands firm on her belief that the client always comes first. She is great at matching the right stylist to the client based on their needs and wants! You won't be disappointed!
salon coordinator
Ashley is an upbeat stylist with many years of experience, spending the last 8 years here in Lakeway. Blonding services are her bread and butter, but she LOVES creating multidimensional colors of any shade. Ashley prides herself on being great listener and taking time to fully connect with her clients. Asking all the right questions to understand the full scope of their hair vision. She shows great attention to detailing any haircut, whether it’s long and swingy or short and precise. Oh, and did we mention she LOVES styling brides?