Meet our work-family, the amazing team that makes up The Hair Lounge. We value an atmosphere of respect, individuality, creativity, teamwork, idea-sharing & problem solving. We pride ourselves on our passion for hair, our love for our craft & our commitment to our team and clients. We are each other’s best assets.
The Team
OWNER, STYLIST
Wendy
Beautifying hair since: 2004
Opened the Hair Lounge: 2008
Training: Marvel College
My “Why” for doing hair: I love building friendships behind the chair and am blessed with an amazing group of woman to be creative with (my hair family).
Family: 2 kids and 1 cat Toffee (Airdrie’s cutest cat 2020)
Life outside of Hair: On my spare time you can find me at the lake hanging with friends and family.
Favourite Hair Request: I love working with all hair types, cutting and colouring hair and trying new techniques.
STYLIST
Yola
Beautifying hair since: 2000
Year started at HL: 2020
Training: Winnipeg MB Cosmetology school
My “Why” for doing hair: “I enrolled in cosmetology school because of the art aspect in this industry. I love the creating process and the ability to connect with people on daily basis.”
Family: Husband, 1 Son, Dog = Kobe.
Life outside of Hair: “When I’m not working I’m learning how to ride a motorcycle and I spend a lot of time snowboarding, hiking, kayaking and just being active outdoors with my family.”
Food Fave: One of my favourite treats are the scones from Airdrie Cobb’s bread.
Favourite Hair Request: I like a nice new haircut and adding colour to a look.
STYLIST
Stephanie
Beautifying hair since: 2009
Year started at HL: 2019
Training: Delmar College
My “Why” for doing hair: “Giving someone a fresh cut and colour can make all the difference.”
Family: I have one amazing daughter and the coolest cat = Karl.
Life outside of Hair: “Outside of work I enjoy camping, camp fires, spending time with family and friends. I love to try and learn new things. I think laughter is the best medicine – so laugh often.
Food Fave: I love to support local restaurants.
Favourite Hair Request: I enjoy all cuts and colours. Giving someone a fresh cut and colour can make all the difference. My favourite hair treatment is Bumble oil.
STYLIST
Keli
Beautifying hair since: 2005
Year started at HL: 2022
Training: St. Lawrence College, Kingston Ontario
My “Why” for doing hair: I love connecting with clients and building friendships. Getting your hair done makes you feel incredible and I want to share that experience with others.
Family: I’ve been with my husband 8 years we have 2 dogs, I also have my Mom, Dad and 6 brothers.
Life outside of Hair: I play volleyball, rollerblade, and float the bow. I enjoy the gym, reading, and the dog park.
Food Fave: Italian
Favourite Hair Request: Men’s fades, baby lights, lived-in hair.
STYLIST
Celeste
Beautifying hair since: 2010
Year started at HL: 2022
Training: Marvel College 2010
My “Why” for doing hair: Making people feel beautiful from the inside out. I’ve always had a passion for anything regarding beauty, hair, make-up, or clothing. I love being creative and find it's a way to express myself.
Family: Son - Eisen + our mini petting zoo: Minoe, Magoo, Mixie (cats) Willow & Elle (hamster) Steve & Luna (birds)
Life outside of Hair: You’ll catch me either at the gym, making jewelry, listening to a podcast, cooking, having a bath, and spending time with my family.
Food Fave: Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo
Favourite Hair Request: Funky colors and blonde.
STYLIST
Ashley
Beautifying hair since: 2020
Year started at HL: 2020
Training: Delmar College
My “Why” for doing hair: “I decided to go to hair school because it’s a very creative job, and I enjoy the feeling of when people love their hair after you have done it. I love the personalization & creativity I can put into my work.”
Family: Pets = Chewy & Radar
Life outside of Hair: “My favourite things to do outside of hair are painting & skateboarding.”
Food Fave: Sorso
Favourite Hair Request: My fav is the fun fashion colors and lived-in blondes.
STYLIST
Rebeccah
Beautifying hair since: 2018
Year started at HL: 2024
Training: Marvel academy Red Deer AB
My “Why” for doing hair: I love making people feel beautiful and love the artistic ability it takes.
Family: Fiance-Cole, Pup-Luna, Kitty-Jinx
Life outside of hair: Planning my wedding, reading a million books, hanging with my fiance and pup.
Food Fave: Sushi & Pasta
Favourite Hair Request: Balayage, anything going lighter
APPRENTICE
Candice
Beautifying hair since: 2022
Year started at HL: 2024
Training: Delmar
My “Why” for doing hair: Doing hair isn’t a job - it’s a passion. I love taking my artistic talents and using my creativity to make people feel like their most beautiful and authentic selfs.
Family: 1 Daughter - Skylah (7)
Life outside of Hair: I love Painting, any kind of art related or DIY projects, Gardening, yoga, being outside and spending time with my little girl!
Food Fave: Tenderloin, sushi and seafood.
Favourite Hair Request: I love balayage, lived in blondes, Anything colour related, up-dos and bouncy blow outs!
APPRENTICE
Rachel
Beautifying hair since: 2022
Year started at HL: 2023
Training: NIWE Academy
My “Why” for doing hair: I love making people feel beautiful and confident
Family: My lovely Aussie pup Callie, my kitty Larry and corn snake Leo
Life outside of Hair: Catch me snuggled up with a blanket and some snacks binge watching crime documentary’s
Food Fave: Pizza
Favourite Hair Request: Long layered cuts and lived in colours
OFFICE MANAGER
Dawn
Year started at HL: 2011
My “Why” for working here: “I love interacting with our wonderful clients and fun coworkers.”
Family: I have a husband, son, 1 dog = Clint, 2 cats = Thelma & Louise
Life outside of Work: “Outside of work I love playing hockey, camping, and hanging out with family & friends.”
Food Fave: Wings & Popcorn
RECEPTIONIST/APPRENTICE
Abby
Year started at HL: 2024
My “Why” for working here: I love talking to people and getting to know them. I’m also very excited to start hair school and make people feel beautiful
Family: My mom, my dad, and 6 siblings
Life outside of Work: I love trying new restaurants and hanging out with family/friends
Food Fave: .Pasta
