OUR MISSION

Our Asheville studio works to create beautiful, lasting memories with our team, clients, and community. We are a collective of leaders in hair-care and wellness with a passion for continual education. We aim to build a legacy rooted in excellence, inspiration, collaboration, progression and sustainable beauty.

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OUR TEAM

Our team is made of a blend of experienced, talented artists that share a common passion for beauty, growth and connection. Our level system is based on each stylist’s demand of time. Our team members bring creative vision and unique backgrounds in addition to a heart for service so that every one of our guests feels cared for and pampered.

Salon Managment & OperationS

WELLA Master Color Expert

All the way from the United Kingdom, we bring you Wella Master Color Expert and Stylist Gary Topple. Trained by world renowned brands including Vidal Sassoon, WELLA and Bumble and bumble with over 14 years in the industry, Gary is no stranger to the "ART OF HAIRDRESSING". At Vidal Sassoon Academy London, he mastered the fundamentals of precision cutting with the ABC method. While at WELLA World Studio London, he honed his craft in Corrective Coloring, Special Blondes, Red Carpet Hair, The Perfect Blow Dry, Glamour Styling, Color Essentials, Color Dimension, Creative Color and completed the esteemed "BEST of BRITAIN CUTTING and COLOR" program. At Wella NYC he became part of the elite group of Master Color Experts. His one-on-one training with Lead Colorist, Reese, from Bumble and bumble University/BbU has aligned him with numerous leaders in the industry.

With his extensive knowledge and experience in the hair industry, you can be assured Gary is one of the very Best Hairdressers in Asheville!

Editorial stylist and educator

Alejandro, brings 25 years of experience in the industry. He has worked backstage at the Victoria Secret Fashion Shows as well as New York, Paris and London Fashion Weeks, styling hair for a long list of top fashion designers. He has also styled countless celebrities including Adriana Lima, Gisele Bundchen, Miranda Kerr, Stephanie Seymour, Naomi Campbell, Milla Jovovich, Paris Hilton, Melanie Griffith, Fran Drescher, Vanessa Carlton and many more. He has worked on various editorial and commercial shoots including Vogue, Elle, W, Vanity Fair, V Magazine, Nylon, Cosmopolitan and Abercrombie along with Feria for L’Oreal and Garnier commercials. Alejandro has spent years training and collaborating with some of the best hairdressers in the world including Garren, Max Pinnell, Italo Gregorio, Richard Ward, Laurent Philippon and others. Most recently, Alejandro worked as International Educator/Stylist for Bumble and bumble and has trained thousands of hairdressers around the world along with being the CEO/Founder of PROHAIRKIT.com and co-owner of ASHES & STEEL STUDIO. He is also a published author of his memoir… “THUNDERPUSS - A Queens Tale” (Available on Amazon)

Once called, "the Manhattan style set's best-kept secret" by Allure Magazine (November 2006) Alejandro is now available to you at A&S Studio

NEW & NOTABLE

After graduating high school, I made the bold decision to pursue my passion for hairdressing by moving to Greenville, SC. There, I enrolled at Paul Mitchell the School and dedicated myself to honing my skills. Under the guidance of a seasoned stylist with over 20 years of experience, who had trained and worked with Anthony Cole, I absorbed invaluable knowledge and techniques.

Color theory quickly became my forte, and I developed a reputation for my expertise in all things color. I thrive on big transformations and never shy away from a challenging color correction. In my quest for continuous growth, I expanded my skill set to include hand-tied and tape extensions, always seeking to push the boundaries of my craft.

Education is my obsession, and I firmly believe that comfort is the enemy of progress. Embracing discomfort is the key to personal and professional growth. I am constantly seeking new opportunities to broaden my knowledge and stay at the forefront of the industry.

MEET OUR STYLISTS

Samira’s heart for learning and growth stands out amongst the crowd. She brings her experience from a leading salon assisting some of the top stylists in the Asheville area to us here at ASHES & STEEL.

Samira began her beauty journey in 2017, when she moved to the United States. She is a proud Palestinian-Jordanian citizen and splits her time between Asheville and her home countries.

On top of her work behind the chair, Samira has an Associates Degree in Cosmetology. She has a passion for brilliant highlights, balayage and guiding her clients to a healthy hair lifestyle

With 13 years experience in the industry she started out managing salons before completing her cosmetology license. She brings with her training under some of the top stylist including Nick Arrojo, Carlos Carreon, Guy Tang, and Larissa Love. She also assisted top Denver stylists and promoted her own work throughout Denver Fashion week, working on editorial shoots and worked as a freelance artist producing wedding looks with a team of stylists. Chloe’s love and passion for the industry comes from a love for creativity and building personal relationships. Chloe is now available for color services and women’s haircuts, booking now at the studio!

After eight years working at a “Top Salon and Spa” in Mooresville, Chris brings his love and talents for the industry back to his hometown of Asheville! Having trained with various top hair brands including Bumbleandbumble, he is now available to you at A&S Studio!

“ Being a stylist is a privilege. To be one of the very few professionals in the job industry to be able to physically touch your guest, it’s a plus if you’re lucky enough to emotionally touch them as well…that’s our gift/ calling to our guests.”

Amber has aspired to be in the hair industry from a young age, working on friends and family as early as she can remember. After deciding to pursue the hair industry seriously, it was full steam ahead from there. Completing cosmetology school and an apprenticeship her passion only grew! While transformational color is her favorite, she also enjoys braiding, event styling, tape in extensions, and loves working with curly hair! After five year in the biz, Amber continues to seek out every opportunity for advanced education to stay ahead of the game! She can not wait to see you in her chair!

Geoffrey’s career in hair started 7 years ago in NYC, but his passion for it began as a child. Geoffrey mastered the art of French balayage, French Color & Cutting techniques while under the apprenticeship of NYC’s most sought after stylists. Geoffrey is a certified L’Oreal professional and was chosen to attend the expert network training. “Education is my driving force”! Attending multiple classes a year to stay inspired on the latest trends. His visionary attention to detail helps him maintain clients in Palm Beach and NYC. Returning to him not only for his artistry but for the profound relationships built over the years. 

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