Meet the Staff
Melissa Bones- Owner, Stylist, Colorist & Bridal/Special Occasion Makeup Artist 13+ year
I have found my passion in hairstyling! For 14 years, I've had the pleasure of sharing my passion with my loyal clients. I have owned Salon 854 for 9 exciting years! Our new location feels like home. I firmly believe in continued education. To stay current, I attend Hair Shows and classes throughout the year. I love getting to know new people so you will never feel like a stranger in my chair! In my free time, I try to be outside and adventurous. Running, skiing and backpacking with my husband are my favorite things to do.
Jordan Clark- Stylist, Colorist & Lash Technician 10+ years
As a graduate of the Paul Mitchell Academy, Jordan comes to us with over 10 years experience in the industry. She is certified in Brazilian Blowout, Babe Hair and Lash extensions and holds awards from Bumble and Bumble and Paul Mitchell in color and cutting. Jordan is consistently studying the latest industry trends and techniques which are reflected in her talents. She is an expert in personalizing color formulations and creating an individual look for each and every one of her clients. She specializes in both women and mens cuts, cutting edge coloring techniques, tape in extensions, Lash extensions and formal styling.
Amber Burris- Stylist, Colorist & Manicurist 10 + years
As a graduate of the Cosmetology Program at Queen Anne's County High School, Amber has over 10 years of experience in the industry as a stylist and nail technician. She holds certifications in Brazilian Blowout and Babe Hair Extensions and has gone on to receive her Senior Cosmetologist License! She regularly attends classes and trade shows to stay up to date on the latest trends. Amber specializes in both women and men's haircuts, as well as cutting edge dimensional coloring techniques and formal styles. When she's not doing hair, she highly enjoys giving a fantastic, relaxing pedicure and manicure.
Carolyn Almengor- Stylist & Manicurist 2+ years
As a graduate of Queen Anne’s County High Schools Cosmetology Program, Carolyn strives to keep up with the latest hair trends. Continuous education with several classes a year provide the ability to give the best possible style to fit each clients needs. Beautiful hair is healthy hair and keeping the integrity of your hair is priority! When she is not doing hair, Carolyn loves to give her clients a fabulous manicure and pedicure! She is passionate in making each client feel their absolute best!
Alyssa Lenox- Salon Coordinator & Bridal/Special Occasion Makeup Artist
As a graduate of Queen Anne's County High Schools Cosmetology program, Alyssa started working at Salon 854 as an assistant. Soon, her love for the industry grew and eventually became our receptionist and salon coordinator. In June 2018, her interest in makeup lead to enrolling in Von Lee's International School of Aesthetics Makeup Artistry Program to become our main makeup artist at Salon 854! Alyssa strives to make all of our clients feel comfortable and welcome in our salon along with making her personal clients feel their absolute best for their wedding day or other special occasion!
