Meet the BIRDS.
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Owner, Educator & Mentor
lo shabino
A cutting specialist from day one, Lo is proficient in both scissor and razor cutting and loves creating effortless, lived-in shapes for her clients that last for months and months. Though she can cut all textures, Lo specializes in thick hair, wavy-curly and coily textures and haircut corrections. Her dedication to her craft and sharing techniques with stylists as an educator over the past decade led her to create a haircutting curriculum that she teaches to hairstylists across the country with the notorious indie education agency The Left Brain Group. A passion for a more mindful, inclusive and caring salon experience for both her staff and clientele led her to opening Strange Bird Salon in 2021.
Lo takes appointments on Wednesdays & Thursdays | $300/HR
tori hall
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Salon Manager
Tori is our incredible salon manager and one of our many talented cutting specialists. A wealth of knowledge, from product information to social media management and back-of-house operations that keep Strange Bird running smoothly. Tori is a wizard with razor cutting and curly cutting. She is passionate about seeing her clients beyond the superficial, helping them see the energy and magic behind hair. If you have questions about products or the salon, Tori is your girl. Visit Tori and discover the magic and life within your hair.
Tori is also a cutting specialist taking appointments! See below to book with Tori.
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Client experience manager
cait McCoy
Cait is our front of the house manager- and a damn good one! Covering all things from client communication, all things front desk management, social media marketing and everything in between- Cait runs the ship and is the first and last person you will connect with when arriving at the salon. Cait is from Austin by way of Cleveland, OH. When she isn’t at Strange Bird, you can find her playing in the band Flags. Come say hi to her at the front desk… she doesn’t bite!
Breno Miranda
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SB EDU Director
Breno is a Cutting specialist and barber and has been for 18 years now. After working on 5th Ave and Park Ave in NYC for most of his career he moved to Austin. He now heads the Cutting education program to produce a new generation of successful stylists at Strange Bird Salon. He believes in working with his clients to find a shape and texture that feels and fits perfect for their everyday routine. “Less is more” is his approach and strives to help his clients apply that. He is an avid traveler and loves nothing more than to talk about cooking and cultures around the world. Breno is fluent in both English and Portuguese.
Breno is also a cutting specialist taking appointments! See below to book with Breno.
Kascidy believes this industry found her as much as she found it. As Co-Education Director at Strange bird and an independent educator, she brings both artistry and intention to every guest in her chair. Drawn to the geometric, architectural side of cutting, she creates shape and movement that feels effortless and personal. From pixies and French bobs to shags and long romantic layers. Each cut is a custom design shaped around your lifestyle, aesthetic, and natural texture. Her philosophy is simple: hair should reflect personal style, not beauty standards. If you’re nervous about finding a new stylist, you’re in good hands. Come settle in and discover a cut that truly feels like you.
Kascidy is also a cutting specialist taking appointments! See below to book with Kascidy.
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SB Edu Director
Kascidy Badon
Cutting specialists.
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Haley Campise
She/Her | $185/hr
Originally from Houston, Haley recently moved to Austin after 12 years of honing her craft in NYC. She specializes in natural movement haircuts that require minimal effort and especially loves working with curly and wavy hair. She finds that with specific weight removal techniques, even some straight heavy hair can have beautiful movement. Modern shags, bobs, or pixies- she enjoys working with all lengths.
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Tori Hall
SHE/HER | $140/hr
Tori is a cutting specialist from Dallas, where she received extensive training in razor cutting and curly cutting. She is passionate about seeing her clients beyond the superficial, helping them see the energy and magic behind hair. To Tori, hair is a vessel, a way to connect and reclaim from the inside out. Haircutting, to Tori, feels like an expression of sculpting, a raw creation that connects the material, or in this case, the human, to the art. She focuses on livable, individualized shapes for each person in her chair. From the most vibrant curly shape of your life, sexy structured bob, timeless Hollywood blowout, soft and romantic shags, bangs that leave a bang, to a kickass skullet, Tori is your girl. If you're finding yourself anxious to connect with a new stylist, know that Tori is a warm landing space. Come find magic with Tori and discover the life within your hair.
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Kascidy Badon
She/Her | $150/hr
Kascidy believes this industry found her as much as she found it. As Co-Education Director at Strange Bird and an independent educator, she brings both artistry and intention to every guest in her chair. Drawn to the geometric, architectural side of cutting, she creates shape and movement that feels effortless and personal. From pixies and French bobs to shags and long romantic layers. Each cut is a custom design shaped around your lifestyle, aesthetic, and natural texture. Her philosophy is simple: hair should reflect personal style, not beauty standards. If you’re nervous about finding a new stylist, you’re in good hands. Come settle in and discover a cut that truly feels like you.
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Breno Miranda
He/Him | $160/Hr
Breno is a Cutting specialist and barber and has been for 18 years now. After working on 5th Ave and Park Ave in NYC for most of his career he moved to Austin. He now heads the Cutting education program to produce a new generation of successful stylists at Strange Bird Salon. He believes in working with his clients to find a shape and texture that feels and fits perfect for their everyday routine. “Less is more” is his approach and strives to help his clients apply that. He is an avid traveler and loves nothing more than to talk about cooking and cultures around the world. Breno is fluent in both English and Portuguese.
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Jace Wergin
He/Him | $160/Hr
Jace has been in the hair industry since 2012 and has spent about half that time as a hair cutting specialist and educator. His specialty is advanced straight razor cutting as well and dry scissor cutting. Jace loves creating cuts that look great with minimal effort and grow in to something easy and beautiful instead of heavy and out of shape. For Jace, taking each client’s special texture, growth patterns, head shape and density changes into consideration is incredibly important. He loves cutting all shapes- from flowing layers, a shag, an edgier mullet or shullet, classic bobs, bixies, pixies, strong shapes, etc. He wants to create the right version of that cut just for you!
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RUBY ROBERTS
They/She | $130/HR
Ruby is from Chicago and has been doing hair in Austin since 2020. Inspired by big transformations and the beauty in organic texture, Ruby loves helping guests see the potential for their hair during their consultations and bringing gender euphoria to all! Affirming haircuts are close to their heart, and they love supporting their peers in the LGBTQ+ community through haircut magic. They use their expertise in precision cutting and classic shapes to lend the same quality to alternative and contemporary hairstyles. Ruby also studies Trichology, which is the science of scalp and hair health. They are a big proponent of client education and helping each person that sits in their chair gain more knowledge and autonomy in making decisions throughout their hair journey.
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Katie Blackshear
She/Her | $130/HR
Katie specializes in scissor and razor cutting, creating haircuts that are functional for your lifestyle — and designed to make you feel like your best self. She’s all about minimal-effort cuts that can be worn messy, undone, or polished, depending on your mood. Shags, mullets, bobs, pixies — she loves ‘em all. Katie strives to bring calming, good energy to every appointment, listening with intention and cutting with care to create a truly relaxing, personal experience.
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Samm Jones
She/Her | $120/HR
Samm celebrates inclusivity, and wants to nurture the stylistic visions that make you who you are. She loves timeless, classic cuts but also enjoys experimenting, and encouraging her clients to step beyond their comfort zones with a willingness to try something new. Samm’s love language is through memes. Feel free to show her your favorites!
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Breezy Collings
She/Her | $160/HR
With over a decade behind the chair, Breezy has built her craft around precision, texture, and the art of making a great haircut feel effortless. Originally from Massachusetts and shaped by time in the Pacific Northwest, she brings a mix of barbering technique, modern shape, and a deep love for the craft to every cut. A short hair specialist and traveling educator, Breezy teaches stylists and barbers across the country, sharing her approach to razor work, texture, creative shapes, and intentional haircutting. Her years behind the chair and in the classroom have given her a sharp eye for what makes a haircut work—from the smallest detail to the biggest transformation. She loves bold changes, creative cuts, subtle shifts, and everything in between. While short hair is her specialty, Breezy believes every length, style, and person deserves intention, artistry, and care. Her chair is a space for collaboration, self-expression, and feeling at home in your hair. Whether you’re ready for a transformation or simply want a cut that feels like you, you’re in good hands.
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Lys Slagle
They/Them | $100/HR
A precision, short hair cutting specialist from Houston, Lys moved to Austin with a dream in their pocket—to break boundaries in the hair industry and create a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels seen, celebrated, and empowered to try something new. Proficient in scissor, razor and clipper cutting, Lys is especially known for their clean, detailed fades and thoughtfully structured short cuts. They approach every haircut with a sharp eye, steady hands, and a deep respect for personal style. Whether it’s a soft crop, a bold pixie, or something totally custom, they’re passionate about designing hair that tells your story.
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Annika Jensen
She/Her | $120/HR
Born and raised in Austin Texas, Annika has always had a passion for hair. She aspires to help others feel like the most confident version of themselves through their hair. Annika is a big fan of anything layered and textured. From long layers and curtain bangs to shags to short cuts, Annika takes pride in creating a safe space for all clients and accommodating any needs.
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ASHLEY GUTIERREZ
She/Her | $100/HR
Ashley, a licensed stylist since 2011, believes great hair starts with great communication. As a cutting specialist, Ashley has a love of blending technical precision with an intuitive, customized approach to craft a haircut that makes you feel like who you are on the inside. She ensures a connection with everyone who sits in her chair—always with an inclusive, accessible, and gender‑affirming touch. She loves working with all textures and styles, with a special passion for curly haircutting and styling. When she’s not at Strange Bird, she’s likely hanging out with her 7 dogs or building her latest TBR pile! Ashley is also fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
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Grace Rivers
She/Her | $100/HR
Originally from Oregon, Grace is an astrology nerd and animal lover and often spends her time off hanging with her dog, Fern. She is passionate about crafting edgy, bold looks- from mullets and crops to soft, wispy shags and fairy cuts. She loves creating styles that make her clients feel like themselves. She also loves working with waves and big open curls to enhance their texture and find a shape that suits you and your lifestyle.
MASTER Barbers
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Lys Slagle
They/Them | $100/Hr
A precision, short hair cutting specialist from Houston, Lys moved to Austin with a dream in their pocket—to break boundaries in the hair industry and create a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels seen, celebrated, and empowered to try something new. Proficient in scissor, razor and clipper cutting, Lys is especially known for their clean, detailed fades and thoughtfully structured short cuts. They approach every haircut with a sharp eye, steady hands, and a deep respect for personal style. Whether it’s a soft crop, a bold pixie, or something totally custom, they’re passionate about designing hair that tells your story.
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Breezy Collings
She/Her | $160/hr
With over a decade behind the chair, Breezy has built her craft around precision, texture, and the art of making a great haircut feel effortless. Originally from Massachusetts and shaped by time in the Pacific Northwest, she brings a mix of barbering technique, modern shape, and a deep love for the craft to every cut. A short hair specialist and traveling educator, Breezy teaches stylists and barbers across the country, sharing her approach to razor work, texture, creative shapes, and intentional haircutting. Her years behind the chair and in the classroom have given her a sharp eye for what makes a haircut work—from the smallest detail to the biggest transformation. She loves bold changes, creative cuts, subtle shifts, and everything in between. While short hair is her specialty, Breezy believes every length, style, and person deserves intention, artistry, and care. Her chair is a space for collaboration, self-expression, and feeling at home in your hair. Whether you’re ready for a transformation or simply want a cut that feels like you, you’re in good hands.
cutting specialist apprentices
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KC Sesny
She/They
KC is an assistant here at Strange Bird. She is currently in the advanced cutting specialist masters program, well on her way to being behind the chair! KC has been in Austin since she was 13, and has loved it ever since. She went to Cosmetology school in 2019, and decided to take some time off before beginning her career as an advanced cutting specialist. When not doing hair, KC loves to spend time outside with her dogs, Motley, Sammy, Birdie, and Bear. Her passions include fashion, dogs, reality tv, traveling, and human rights.
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Vanessa Jollay
She/Her
Vanessa is currently a salon assistant and in our Cutting Specialist Masters Program. She has a passion for cutting styles to fit personality, as well as making people feel like their best selves through their hair experience. Originally from Florida, Vanessa has been in ATX since 2017 working as a board certified Music Therapist. After graduating from Cosmetology school, she is thrilled to begin her journey while using the interpersonal skills she has learned over the years. When she’s not in the salon, you can catch Vanessa playing in bands such as Tearjerk, taking a long walk with her dog, Barry, or sitting in her backyard with a guitar writing songs.
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Finn Outly
He/Him
Finn is our newest assistant here at Strange Bird, and in our Cutting Specialist Masters Program!
Finn has lived in Austin all of his life. He didn’t always know that he wanted to do hair but, after taking a stab at it on himself and some friends, he decided that’s what he wanted to do. He aspires to make people feel comfortable and confident in the bodies they were given, just as he did for himself. He graduated cosmetology school in May of 2025 and is excited to continue to grow and learn from all of the talented individuals at Strange Bird.