STylists
craig piatti
Craig Piatti is a well-respected beauty and style expert of over 30 years, successfully building a career as personal stylist to an extended celebrity following. After attending the Toni & Guy, Vidal Sassoon, L’Oreal and Redken Academies in New York City, Craig launched his professional career on the east coast, honing his craft and developing a loyal beauty and style clientele in both New Jersey and Manhattan. He attributes much of his passion for and dedication to the beauty industry to his father, deceased International Color & Style Educator, Richard Piatti. Check out his work and keep up with him through Instagram: @craigpiattisalon
Fabienne Petit
Fabienne began her career as a Hairstylist in France, where she was born and raised. In Versailles, she discovered her passion for the beauty industry. She has been an educator to her peers as well as a salon manager for Franck Provost. She regularly attends educational classes and workshops to continually improve upon her technique. Fabienne specializes in hair cutting, color transformation, the Art of Balayage and Keratin treatments. She moved to the trendy city of Austin, Texas in 1998 and derives great pleasure in using her creativity to help her clients feel and look their very best. Check out her work and keep up with her through Instagram: @craigpiattisalon
Roseline Banh
Roseline Banh has been dedicated to practicing in the skin care field for over 36 years. She began her journey in Paris, France and graduated from esthetics school in 1983. Most recently, she dedicated 4 years as master Esthetician at NAAVA salon and spa. Roseline always warmly welcomes her patrons and envelopes them into her care on each and every visit. She specializes in providing excellent treatments for her guests; whether it be a facial, peel, waxing or tinting. Roseline's guests believe in her expertise and recommendations for their skincare needs. Always interested in learning more and staying on top of the industry trends, she exemplifies the true essence as a master in esthetics.
Eddie sanchez
Eddie is a Pulp Riot Artist/Educator, specializing in The Art of Balayage, blondes, updos, blowouts and weddings. He is a graduate of Baldwin Beauty School and his creativity in color, cutting and styling enable him to provide exceptional service to his clients. Eddie is a Houston native, but has called Austin home for over a decade. When he’s not behind the chair or on the road teaching classes, you’ll find him working on the curriculum for our in-house education every other Tuesday or playing with his dog, Bolt. Check out his work and keep up with him through Instagram: @balayagedandbeachy and @craigpiattisalon
RaFael Montenegro
As a graduate of Wella Cosmetology Academy in Panama, and Paul Mitchell Academy in Austin Texas, Rafael has over 20 years experience. He is an expert stylist on any types of hair, especially textured and ethnic. He is a true artist in hair cutting, hair coloring, highlights, ombré and Balayage technique, color correction, texture (relaxers) services and hair styling. Check out his work and keep up with him through Instagram: @hairbyrafa and @craigpiattisalon
Angela Torres
Angela is one of those rare birds who is a native of Austin. She has been behind the chair creating beautiful hair since 2010. Angela’s favorite thing about doing hair? She loves the feeling she gets when a client leaves her chair and looks so great she feels like she can take on the world! (Yes, she’s that good!) Check out her work and keep up with her through Instagram: @craigpiattisalon
LAURA JACKSON
Laura has always wanted to be a Hairstylist. After graduating from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Fashion Merchandising, she went to work for Chanel. (Yes, THAT Chanel.) For six years, she worked for Chanel as a Business Manager and Makeup Artist, and as fabulous as it was, something was just not quite right. She decided to honor her dream of becoming a Hairstylist and attended Cosmetology School in Nashville. She moved to Austin after graduation and immediately began training alongside Craig (Yes, THAT Craig) as an Associate. She continued to hone her skills at Vidal Sassoon in Santa Monica and the L’Oreal Professional Academies in New York and Paris. Laura has been behind the chair for 13 years and enjoys coloring and cutting, but loves practicing the Art of Balayage - specifically that “lived-in” hair look. Outside of work, she spends all of her time with her husband and 3 beautiful children. She also enjoys ballet, yoga and painting. Check out her work and keep up with her through Instagram @laurajacksonhair and @craigpiattisalon.
Gina Brancato
Gina is a Makeup Artist who recently relocated to the Austin area from New York City. She has been whipping up beautiful looks for over twenty years and has worked alongside legendary makeup artists like, Bobbi Brown and Kevin Aucoin. Gina loves to create breathtaking looks for weddings, special events, family photography sessions, fashion shows and editorial. She can also make you one of the most naturally beautiful, drop-dead gorgeous women at the dinner party. In her free time, Gina loves spending time with her two daughters, going out to dinner with friends, meeting new people and discovering the nuances that make Austin such a wonderful city. Check out her work and keep up with her through Instagram @craigpiattisalon.
Lauren Kastis
Lauren is originally from San Antonio and is a fourth generation hair stylist. She loves helping her clients choose the best color and cut that fits their lifestyle. Lauren specializes in vivids, platinums, lived-in blondes and custom tailored haircuts of any length and texture. Hair integrity is her utmost concern - both in the salon and at home. She believes in educating her clients so they know how to treat and maintain their hair at home to ensure the longevity of their color and style. Having been in the industry for over 8 years, Lauren is passionate about continuing education and elevating her knowledge and skill set. She enjoys swimming, travel, going to concerts and hanging with her Sphynx cat, Asher. Check out her work and keep up with her through Instagram: @vampshionhair and @craigpiattisalon.com
Amber Weber
Amber’s passions for working with artists and providing exemplary customer service have merged in her role as our Front Desk Coordinator. For the past 10 years she has been working as an artist directly with collectors and galleries. Prior to that she had a colorful background in local coffee shops and hotels. Amber is dedicated to caring for our clients from the moment they call until they walk out the door. Outside of work, Amber spends her time with her husband, son, their 2 dogs and cat. She enjoys entertaining friends with wine and food pairings, as well as building antique vehicles.