When she's not behind the chair, she is in the classroom; learning new techniques and honing her skills. Jae is thankful for the journey and is convinced that God's plan has her lined up for an incredible season of blessing others with her gift.
KN: What is your Personal Style?
SS: Simple, soft, classy, feminine. I like to carry myself with a confidence that is soft and
subtle ... I prefer my style to gently hit you; to make you thing twice about the woman that
just entered the room or walked past you. Its more important for me to be "noticed"
(because then you are paying attention) as a pose to being seen (to me that's walking in the
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room "screaming" I'm hear.
KN: If I bring you a picture can you recreate that style?
SS: Yes, that was a gift that I didn't recognize at a young age, until others brought it to my
attention. The best part of the recreation is looking at a style and dissecting it before you
begin. You need to understand the foundation, lines and the movement of how the stylist
arrived to that end result. It appears to the admirer like a nice cut and color; but to a stylist
serious about her craft its lines, direction and formulas.
KN: Which iconic hairstyles do you love?
SS: Relaxed hair - I love bobs and pixie cuts. There are so many ways you can personalize
and recreate those two looks.Natural kinky hair - I love to redefine the natural curl, and add
some color to make it pop. Color placement it what makes the statement.
KN: Who inspires you?
SS: Patrick A. Bradley (Salon owner in Virginia and Texas) his styles are soft, sexy, and
sophisticated. He doesn't miss a beat from start to finish. Patric also does make-up and
lashes. Keith Harley (Salon owner in Virgina) is also and amazing stylist, Trichologist, and
motivational speaker. Naitcole Michele ( Salon owner in Atlanta) and Denise Michelle (Salon
owner New York) are ridiculous with any tool they can get their hands on to make it happen.
They are all unstoppable. But what I love the most about each of these stylist is their
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humility and the generosity to share their knowledge and their support of each other as well
as other stylist. They don't have the crab in the basket mentality. Their working with us to
secure our industry. Their professionalism brings respect back to the game. They are
running a businesses not chicken and waffle and flatiron shops. Don't get me wrong I love
chatting with my clients and sharing knowledge with them .. But most people really do want
a stylist that is knowledgeable and professional. Most clients what someone
considerate of their time.
KN: What is your favorite kind of hair to work with?
SS: I love hair and I love clients that aren't afraid to try new and creative styles.
KN:What are your favorite hair products?
SS: Patric Bradley has a line of products that I really like. They put moisture back in the
hair and leave it flowing not weighed down. I love the fact that only licensed stylist can buy
his product. You wont find it in your local beauty store. I also like Chic Afrique for locs and
natural styles; again you won't find this product in a store near you. In my early years I
used Dudley's relaxers and conditioners, I am looking to work along side them this year. As
a professional I believe in only using professional products. Why pay me for something you
can get off the self. I feel the same way with the color lines I use as well. Products set us a
part. Like Gucci and Coach bags products are counterfeited as well ... just because the
package says Kera Care or Dudley's doesn't mean that's what your getting. Beware.
KN: How do you feel hair relates to personal style?
SS: Your hair can set you apart from the crowd. If you're fearless and not afraid to rock a
fierce style; that looks GREAT on you, it makes a statement. Hair done right is like the hook
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in your favorite song everybody likes it ... but we all
can't sing it like the artist.
KN: Are there any types of products you would
advise people to stay away from?
SS: Over the counter (drug store/beauty store) colors
and chemicals relaxers. Basically anytype of chemical.
KN: What are some hair styling "don'ts"?
SS: Don't relax your own hair! If it takes a stylist longer than 15 minutes to apply and work
a relaxer through your hair and your not at the shampoo bowl within 17 (of those 15 min)
minutes rethink who your allowing to do your hair (the entire process should last from start
to finish 15-17 minutes). I don't want to hurt anybody's business but a lot of women go
natural because of damaged hair or a loss of hair/thinning. There are a few reasons for this,
one is people believe the relaxer is suppose to burn the scalp before they shampoo it out ...
myth. Secondly, they are taking too much time in the application and smoothing process.
Lastly, they are applying or working through the relaxer the wrong way.
KN: How do you think that hair relates to a person's confidence?
SS: I like what Deion Sanders says “If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you
play good. If you play good, they PAY good.” I believe how we feel about our outward
appearance is key.
KN: What celebrities would you like to work with?
SS: OMG -Stylist or star/athlete? This question was the hardest to answer. Movie industry,
Halle Berry, Regina King, Gabrielle Union, Keke Palmer. Talk Show Oprah!!, Music, Brandy,
Erykah Badu, Venus and Serena Williams ... this list could go on and on.
KN: What is up next for Ms. Jae?
SS: I am a stylist at Salon Shampu, so for me 2012 is will be my banner year. No holds
barred. This year will carefully unfold with purpose. The first goal is to build my clientele so
that by the third quarter clients will Gladly book their appointments 2 to 3 months in
advance. In between this carefully planned schedule will be serious training (you have to
invest in yourself , if you're serious about others investing in you), as well as working along
side one of my favorite product companies educating other stylist on product usage, as well
as platform artistry/education. 2012 for me is driven, focused, determined and calculated to
build my name and reputation. I know this will take a lot of work ... I've waited all my life
for this. I am ready ... Let's Go
So next time you are in Atlanta, Stop by Salon Shampu and Let Jae whip your hair!
Thanks for reading! Muah! Kela
