Meet The Team
Margaret
Master Stylist
Margaret (Mary) loves what she does behind the chair. With almost two decades of experience, she is passionate about utilizing her expertise with Aveda color to make her clients feel comfortable, confident and like their best selves. Although she specializes in highlights, blonding, balayage, foilyage and color corrections, Margaret also loves a good bob or pixie cut! As a mom herself, she finds deep meaning in connecting with other moms along their prenatal and postpartum journey.
Ronnie
Master Stylist
Ronnie is a haircutting specialist that sees beyond your need for just another haircut. Her intent with every client is to target what their specific needs are, to mold and shape the style that will best suit them for their personality, lifestyle and body. As a Japanese-American she is inspired by the imagination and precision of the artisans in the Japanese beauty industry. She is proud of her extensive training, accolades and the ability to keep an open-mind to learn from her teammates and clients.
Certified in S4TEC Smoothing Treatments and Vomor Tape-In Extension services.
Ursa
Master Stylist
Ursa is a stylist with heart and passion for what she does. Working with her clients to achieve their goals, creating a space of trust and creativity, drives Ursa each day. With over 22 years in the hair industry, Ursa has fully immersed herself in the world of hair, including salon ownership, tv/theatrical makeup & whimsical special occasion hair. Her specialties include texture smoothing systems, extensions, grey blending, & blonding. Curly girls like herself hold special place in her heart. When she isn't in the salon, she enjoys all things social & creative.
Lexa
Professional Stylist
Lexa has been hands-on and constantly pushing herself with the opportunity of education in the world of beauty since '12. Both an esthetician and cosmetologist; clients should be prepared to be relaxed and taken care of when seated for an excellent service. Lexa lives for sleek, bouncy blowouts and creative Aveda color. Whether your makeup needs are more avant-garde or natural, Lexa is certified to deliver. Lexa is able to elevate you to a higher platform of beauty when you are in her chair.
Justin
Professional Stylist
Justin pursued cosmetology at Merrell University where he received exceptional Pivot Point training. Following graduation in 2014, he began working at an Aveda salon and continued training, developing, and honing his skills through Aveda courses and workshops with extensive training in mastering the Aveda color line. After a brief hiatus from Aveda and relocation to the Chicago area, he joined Gordon Salon. Justin specializes in all hair design through of cuts, styles, as well as multidimensional and natural coloring, such as balayage. He is passionate about creating and providing individualized services to my guests’ needs and lifestyle. Away from the salon, he enjoys being a dog dad, dancing, video games, reading, and museums.
Dalayne
Emerging Artist
Dalayne is so excited to be on the floor with Gordon Salon. Born and raised in Michigan, she has always had a love for the beauty industry. She graduated from the Douglas J. Aveda Institute in 2019 and moved to Chicago in 2021 to start her career. Expressing herself artistically and building friendships with clients would be her favorite aspect of doing hair. Some of her favorite services to perform are vivid bright colors and alternative haircuts.
Rachel
Emerging Artist
Rachel is training to be a haircutting and styling specialist and is well versed in all types of haircuts. She loves a fun, creative haircut - be it a shag, mullet, or a fade. Rachel has a desire to give back to the community, offering gender-affirming haircuts to empower individuals to be oneself authentically.
Imani
Makeup Artist
Imani is our in-house esthetician. Whether your desire is skincare or makeup, she's got you covered! Her love for makeup started in middle school, when she would do her friends' makeup and continued at the Tricoci University. Working with clients on their skincare routine is especially important for Imani, as it can benefit their makeup and lifestyle! Giving her knowledge and helping clients feel more confident excites Imani about her work.