Our staff is the best

Sherry Clayton

Owner/ Lead Stylist

A Durham native, Sherry opened Wavelengths in 1994 on Ninth Street . Sherry’s background includes training with Aveda, Bumble , Framesi and Ouidad. Her work as a Framesi haircolor technician in NC gives her an advantage in understanding color challenges for todays clients. Sherry has had Aveda training in D.C., Minneapolis and New York in business, haircutting, makeup, styling etc. She says that her Ouidad training in 2008 was probably the most extensive/ difficult hair cutting training( under the eagle eye of Ouidad herself).Her training as a Bumble Network Educator in New York gave her an opportunity to expand upon her teaching skills. Wedding hairstyles will always be Sherrys’ favorite hair service. Wavelengths Salon is always evolving as Sherry seeks to keep everyone up to date with the latest trends and techniques . Continuing education and constant forward motion will always be important to Sherry and Wavelengths. In addition to owning Wavelengths Salon, Sherry is a licensed Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway/HeartNC .

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Meghan Mishalanie

Stylist

Meghan has extreme passion and enthusiasm for her craft. She is expertly skilled in technical cutting, long hair clients, balayage, Hollywood color techniques, grey coverage, and extensions. With over a decade of experience, she takes the time to learn about each client, allowing their individuality to shine through. Having an educator background from Bumble and Bumble, Meghan enjoys teaching her clients how to style their hair, so it looks just as good when you leave the salon. She also is certified with Xtreme Eyelash Extensions. Meghan is a runner, recently completing the Tarheel Ten-Miler. She has focus, determination and will not let you down. Meghan has been a star at Wavelengths for ten years. AKA: Pain Fonda and Durham Beaver Queen.

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Amira Chapple

Senior Stylist

We love Amira and her exotic flare, as she was born in Kenya. She never ceases to surprise our team: She has a black belt in karate, loves gardening at home, and taking care of her honey bees and chickens! Amira has many specialties when it comes to styling: color, hilites, cuts (for all ages), perms, and hair straightening/smoothing. Besides being an excellent hairdresser, Amira is a qualified & practicing Shaman (energetic & spiritual healer). If you feel like you need your hair revived as well as your spirits, Amira is the stylist for you. For Energy healing please email Amira: amirachapple@gmail.com, or visit Kilima Shaman Healing

Chris Crabtree

Stylist

Chris Crabtree is a Durham native. He attended Mitchell's Cosmetology Academy in Cary in 1993-94 aquiring an apprentice license. After school, Chris completed an apprenticeship program at the well respected Across the Street Hair Design. After he completed his apprenticeship, Chris worked his way up to master designer there before striking out on his own. He has owned two salons, Csquared and Evolutions. He has completed many continuing ed classes over the years. His favorite were his many trips the Arrojo Academy in NYC. Chris specializes in classic cuts such as bobs and wedges, straight edge razor work, long hair cutting and a wide variety of hair color processes. He is Keratin Complex and Brazilian Blowout certified. Chris also does fused, beaded and taped extensions. Please come by to talk about all the possibilities.

Carli Austin

Stylist

Carli is a Durham native, great with mens cuts, children and all facets of color; especially balayage. Absolutely fantastic updos and special occasion hair. She trained in Greenville atJohn Paul Alexander Institute and recently attended the Aveda Congress in Minneapolis. She loves wedding hair and makeup. Carli is a makeup artist extraordinaire ! Let her make your wedding dreams come true! She loves her family, the Hurricanes and her Tarheels ! Welcome sports fans!

Taylor Lewis

Stylist

Taylor has worked from Raleigh to Chapel Hill, and found her home at our salon here in Durham. After attending the Aveda Institute in Chapel Hill, she trained under experienced Aveda stylists in Raleigh. Taylors’ greatest passion is for balayage and blonding services. Her blonding package includes a complementary consultation, lightening, toning and conditioning treatments. A true Aveda artist!

Kate Gunther Bowers

Special Guest Artist

Behind the chair since 2000; Kate is a Ouidad-certified cosmetologist specializing in fashionable cuts and stunning colors. She has an eye for design that shows in her work . Originally from Lomg Island ,New York ; Kate has been in NC since 2003. Among her many talents- kate is a potter, painter, jewelry designer and art teacher. Kate ia also a certified Bumble&Bumble Network Educator.

Natalie Richards

stylist

Specializing in vivid colors and personalized custom cuts; Natalie is low key and great at making you feel at home! Natalie is a plant lover and a fantastic listener. 5 Stars !!!!