beauty

Kadi's Approach To An Iconic Hair Color

With Julia, as with all my redheads, no two appointments are ever the same, and coloring her hair all these years has really taught me the importance of thinking outside of the box with my formulat...

Kadi + Ashley Discuss All Things Scalp Care

We talk a lot around here about our favorite hair care products, routines, and rituals. As Black women, weekly hair rituals have been a part of our experience for as far back as we can remember. F...

Big Dreams

22 years ago almost to the day (half of my lifetime!), I started my career in this building as a shampoo (and eventually color) assistant at Frederic Fekkai. My goodness-the life lessons, the knowl...

Notes on Sisterhood

I write this through so many tears. That may sound over the top to some, but, I was so overwhelmed with emotion and gratitude watching Serena Williams play her last US Open match tonight. But, most...

The Cut with Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex

I was so honored to be a part of this production, especially, as it’s the first time that my work as a colorist has been credited in print as part of the team. Meghan advocated for that, and thoug...

Making Space and Time For Love

Turning 44 today, on the Leo New Moon🌙 ✨.During year 43, I learned I was capable of a big, all-encompassing love. However, I also experienced a sudden breakup, along with an ectopic pregnancy, that...

A Guide to Sun-Kissed Hair

I’ve been doing hair now for 22 years, and next week I turn 44. Half of my life spent learning all I can about my craft, and now, my first Vogue feature!  It’s a milestone that I’m super proud of,...