THE HEART OF KISS KISS BANG BANG

Meet Tanya – the powerhouse behind KKBB Salon! With over 30 years in the industry, she's a music lover, determined educator, and ultimate cheerleader. As an owner and master stylist, her extensive experience as an educator, consultant, and international platform artist shines through. Specializing in technical color expertise and embracing all chemical services, her passion, energy, and love for her team define KKBB at its very core.

Meet Stephanie – fearless leader, badass extraordinaire, and co-owner of KKBB! As a driving force behind our salon family, she's not just a Master Stylist; she runs the apprenticeship program, heads the hiring committee, and champions continued education. Stephanie's joy comes from seeing new stylists flourish under her guidance. Specializing in dimensional color, she thrives on making guests feel beautiful and confident.

Meet Lauren – a Master Curly Stylist with a drive for perfection and an eclectic flair! Part of the KKBB family since 2012, Lauren is a natural curl and texture expert with a devoted clientele. She excels in reviving and coloring curls, dry-cutting and creating natural blondes. Outside the salon, she enjoys music festivals, outdoor adventures and spending time with family.

Meet Danielle, a Master Stylist at KKBB with 13 years of experience. Described as a bit goofy, she pays meticulous attention to detail and is an attentive listener. Danielle's hair loves include dimensional color and cutting; she also excels in smoothing hair and creating volume. Beyond the chair, where she works her magic, Danielle enjoys quality time with her daughter Luna.

Meet Bailey – a stylist at KKBB since 2017, known for their honest, hardworking, and goofy nature. With a passion for creating customized haircuts that suit each individual, Bailey excels in crafting pixie cuts, men's cuts, and color services tailored to enhance personal style. Bailey enjoys spending time outdoors.

Meet Hannah – who's been with the salon since 2020. Specializing in dimensional, lived-in color, and hand-tied extensions, Hannah loves diving into the details. Her passion lies in providing a personalized experience tailored to each client's needs, helping them achieve their hair goals and maintain their healthiest locks.

Meet Astraea – a funny, empathetic, and compassionate stylist with a passion for gaming! Astraea is a resident curly-haired specialist with a talent for textured services, blonding and vivid color services. Beyond the chair, you can find Astraea slaying onstage as drag queen Lylyth Faire, singing karaoke, or baking in the kitchen at home.

Meet Claire – a traveler at heart with a passion for reading (averaging about 30 books a year) and a love for theater. Behind the chair, Claire specializes in dimensional and transformational hair – she thrives on projects! Her goal is simple yet powerful: to ensure you leave with the best hair and a smile that lasts for weeks.

Billie found her passion for the craft young, and as a 2023 cosmetology school grad, she enjoys infusing her energy and creativity into her work. An outdoor enthusiast, Billie finds her joy in nature. Specializing in dimensional color, precision cuts, and styling, she's ready to bring a touch of creativity to your look! 

Elizabeth 'Eli' Whitney came to Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Salon drawn by its reputation for edgy style and a fun, vibrant atmosphere. With six years of experience as a stylist, Eli specializes in short cuts, fashion colors, and color correction. A proud PC gamer and car enthusiast, Eli is known for detailing their car weekly.

Arianna is currently in hair school and thrilled to be learning and growing at Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. Drawn to the salon’s creative energy and one-of-a-kind culture, she knew it was the perfect place to fuel her passion. Arianna is especially into blonde coloring, extensions, and braiding—and she’s always up for trying something new. With her bubbly personality and love for meeting new people, she brings great vibes wherever she goes. Fun fact: Arianna has five brothers, so she’s no stranger to keeping things lively!

Michelle joined Kiss Kiss Bang Bang to be part of a supportive assistant program where she could grow her skills and build confidence behind the chair. With a patient, detail-oriented approach and a creative spirit, she’s eager to gain hands-on experience across a variety of services. Known for her honesty, artistic flair, and sarcastic sense of humor, Michelle brings authenticity and care to every guest interaction. When she’s not at the salon, she enjoys home-cooked meals, nature walks, and curating beautiful moments through photography.

Gabriell Adkins joined Kiss Kiss Bang Bang as an Assistant, inspired by the salon’s welcoming atmosphere and dedication to education. A graduate of Aveda Institute, she loves creating blowouts, makeup looks, and keeping things organized with her detail-oriented approach.

Fun fact: Gabriell has a black cat named Squat!

A proud mom of three boys, Jess brings passion, positivity, and a belief in karma to everything she does. After years of chasing high-paying jobs that didn’t bring true joy, she made the bold decision to follow her heart and become a licensed cosmetologist—a dream she’s had since childhood. For Jess, beauty is about confidence, inside and out. She’s excited to grow her career at KKBB, a place she sees as the perfect match for her drive to learn, evolve, and help others feel their best.

Kara joined the KKBB family in June 2023 and hers is one of the faces you see when you first walk into the salon. She loves getting to know each of our guests and you’ll regularly find her chatting everyone up, being goofy, or dancing around! When she’s not at work, she’s usually with her 3 kiddos, husband, and dog or finding a reason to hang out with her work fam in her off time. 

Meet Sierra, our energetic Guest Services Coordinator at KKBB! With six months of awesome service, she adds her nerdy, eclectic, and passionate vibe to our creative team. Sierra loves art, music, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for our guests.