Sarah Hess
Founder, Owner
Sarah’s journey to opening Pretty & Co. was a blend of hard work, education, and the desire to create something of her own within the salon world. Having competed and placed in both Canadian and North American styling awards, travelled with some of the world’s top stylists to Spain, Paris, and Italy, and has had her work published in several magazines, Sarah is an expert. As a wife and a mother, Sarah has worked to create time in her life to make herself feel pretty and she loves giving that gift to her clients.
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Sarah's favourite things to create:
The hair that you've dreamed of that you can style and maintain at home.
Julie
Intermediate Stylist
After working in the salon world for 4 years as a Reception Manager, Julie embraced her love of hair, transitioning into being one of the stylists behind the chair. She studied at Cappa School of Hair Styling and Aesthetics, here in St. Catherines. She then worked with bridal companies and salons throughout the Niagara and Toronto areas for 12 years, creating beautiful hair and makeup looks for bridal parties. Julie has a wide breadth of skills that make transitioning from style to style a breeze. Julie’s work has also been featured on the cover of ‘Wedding Essentials’ magazine and other editorials and catalogues. She is an expert in colouring, extensions, updos, and even men’s classic barbering.
Kate
Junior Stylist
Kate has a love for extensions and colouring. Along with placing in the top 5 at the Contessa Awards (Canadian Hairstylist of the Year) as an apprentice and she is also certified with several extension companies, meaning she can give you the look you’ve been hunting for. She loves learning more about her craft, taking as many advanced cutting edge courses as she can so that she can stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies. She has not only travelled to California to study with celebrity stylist, Chris Appleton but she has also studied colour formulations and more with Tracey Cunningham in Toronto.
Lyall
Junior Stylist
Lyall’s education is extensive. Having studied at both the Aveda Institute Toronto and Vidal Sassoon Toronto, her love of all things beauty drives her to explore the field. She travelled to California to learn from celebrity hairstylist, Chris Appleton and that California inspiration extends into her work. To continue learning from some of the top stylists in North America, she also flew to New York to learn from Jen Atkin, the founder of Ouai Haircare. Lyall loves to share her tips and tricks with clients to help them achieve the hair they have always wanted.
Jessica
Salon Manager
She brings years of fashion, administrative, and customer service experience to the salon. Jessica’s superpower is knowing all the right questions to ask when you call. She can pair you with the best person for your hair needs and wants. She keeps the salon running smoothing and handles all the merchandising to ensure we always have your favourite products on hand. Behind the scenes, Jessica is also troubleshooting any technical difficulties, running our social media accounts, and making sure everyone is caffeinated/fed.
Rachel
Assistant
Rachel is currently enrolled in Niagara College’s Hairstyling program. Throughout her high school career, Rachel worked hands-on in the Hairstyling and Aesthetics at her school, along with completing a co-op position at Pretty & Co. Rachel has also participated in fashion shows and other events held by Pretty & Co. She is taking in as much education as possible as she pursues her dreams of becoming a hairstylist!
Emily
Assistant
Emily has a passion for the beauty industry as a whole, especially cosmetics and skin care. She loves learning about the hairstyling industry and interacting with clients. Her background in event and wedding planning means she has a keen eye for detail. She plans on returning to school for laser aesthetics and loves being surrounded by such awesome, successful women who inspire her every day. Her goal is to become an entrepreneur in her own right.
