In the first years of her career, she was introduced to Bumble and Bumble and she instantly fell in love with their drive and energy. Connecting with their warm and easy culture, Jana has built her own haven for hair in the heart of old town Fairfax. Her modern take on vintage aesthetics reflects her admiration for quality that will stand against time, and her cuts are no different.

While she consistently stays on trend with her work, she maintains the quality in her cuts that she seeks in all of the vintage gear she has throughout her shop. She focuses on creating cuts that look just as beautiful and effortless after the product is washed away as it did when you were sitting in her chair.

Jana’s time spent exploring hair in New York City with Bumble and bumble tailored her style as a hair dresser, helping her to create brilliantly dimensional hair colors and strengthen her expertise in short, technical cuts with hair of any texture. Her belief that even a minimal change can make one feel confident and create more significant changes in a life as a whole has shaped her passion for her clients.

While Jana may not strive to be a world renowned hair stylist, her efforts to inspire her clients and spark their passion for themselves has become her proudest achievement as she builds her local empire.

Rebecca loves customizing colors and haircuts that enhance her guest’s best features while fitting into their lifestyles. She has been in the industry for over 20 years and has received many accolades including “Best Color Makeover” in Northern Virginia Magazine. She has an extensive knowledge of color theory which makes her an expert in color correction. She considers herself a student for life and is always improving her skills. In 2022 she became a certified Master of Balayage, knowing exactly when to use the proper techniques to achieve the desired look.

Rebecca also prides herself on working with the natural texture of different hair types. She creates styles that have a soft feel which can achieve an effortless look. While she adores elegant and classic styles, she loves adding a touch of originality and creating edgier looks.

As part of the Lead Team at Mara Hair and Mode Studio Rebecca strives to maintain the Mara culture, specifically with the planning and structuring of education. Rebecca has been a certified Network Educator with Bumble and Bumble since 2017, making her an expert in product knowledge. She holds in salon education, teaching the Mara Team in depth about the entire line and new products as they launch. As a Bumble Network Salon we feel Bumble products are the key to making our styles come to life!

When Rebecca isn’t in the studio she is with her family. She is a wife and mother and comes from a large family herself. Hair is happening all the time! She takes her artistry with her everywhere, putting together the perfect ensemble, decorating the home, or designing arts and crafts with her son. She believes in having balance spiritually, mentally and physically and practices that daily. Exercise, working hard, healthy eating, and meditation are a way of life for her.

Maria Jo is a native to Northern Virginia graduating from McLean High School. She has had a variety of interests that led her to her dream job of being a stylist. After spending a year at the Aveda Institute of Washington, DC., she transferred to and graduated from Paul Mitchell the School at Tysons Corner.

With 10 years of professional experience, Maria Jo has honed her skills in color formulating and cutting. Being a color specialist and skilled at a wide range of cuts to fit your look. She aims to make her clients feel confident and happy, fostering a comfortable space for them to share their style goals. Her ability to match client requests, coupled with a cheerful and kind demeanor, puts her clients at ease. Maria Jo thrives in an environment where chemistry and creativity come together seamlessly. Beyond her expertise in various styles, Maria Jo is on a mission to specialize in curly hair, drawing from her own journey with her natural curls.

Outside the salon, Maria Jo enjoys quality time with her family and rescue animals—a pair of pet rats with her husband and a family dog named Goober. Her diverse interests extend to biology, anatomy, geology, fossils, and animals of all kinds. In her free time, she indulges her love for learning, often immersed in books or teaching herself something new. For Maria Jo, the perfect vacation involves sandy shores, making the beach her favorite getaway.

Austin Grew up in rural Connecticut, enjoying the abundance of trees, lakes, and outdoor activities the state provided. After attending a variety of schools and exploring different fields of education such as fashion marketing and art history, he decided to pursue a career in the hair industry.

He attended the Toni & Guy hair school in Connecticut and graduated in early 2016. He also trained at a hair salon in Beverly Hills, California after graduation. Since then, hair has become his full-time obsession. His knowledge of art and fashion contributes to his profession in hair as he sees uniqueness in every woman and man and he is grateful to encourage people everyday to discover their natural beauty. Creating effortless balayaged looks is amongst his favorite techniques along with giving big bouncy blow outs and waves.

In his spare time he enjoys being outdoors and one with nature through going on kayaking trips, hiking, and biking. He also has a passion for music and has been playing the piano since he was eight years old.

Born and raised in Hyattsville, MD, Yamil has been immersed in the world of hair as early as elementary school where she would braid her friend’s hair during recess and watch her mother do braids and extensions for hours!

Yamil graduated from the American Beauty Academy in Wheaton, MD, in 2013 and has been doing hair professionally for about six years. She prides herself on delivering beautiful, healthy hair and lived in styles. She loves doing dimensional balayages and highlights because of how she can bring a client’s hair to life with as little as a subtle change or go all out with bold colors! She strives to create a lasting bond with her clients and one of her favorite things is to make her clients “feel like themselves again” after they leave her chair.

Besides being a new mom to her adorable baby boy, Yamil loves to spend her time doing brows, nails (she specially loves acrylics!) and going to church with her family.

Paige is a recent graduate from PR Partners Academy in Manassas, Virginia, and a lifelong lover of hair. From cutting all the hair off her Barbie dolls in elementary school, to giving all of her friends updos for high school dances, to writing her masters thesis on women and their experience with short hair, Paige has consistently shown interest in all things tresses! When Paige first moved to the area and was looking for a colorist she typed in “fun and creative salons” and Mara popped up - little did she know that she would go from client to apprentice/junior stylist!

In her free time Paige enjoys reading, board games, seeing Broadway shows, traveling, and writing children’s books. She currently lives in Herndon with her husband and rescue pup. Paige especially loves cutting short pixies and men's cuts, creating fun vivid color looks, and fashioning classic updos. Paige loves welcoming people of all walks of life into her chair. As a past improvisational performer, she will be sure to leave you with not only great hair but also with a great story!

Growing up, Dominique always had a love for the world of art. Throughout her school years, she enjoyed being in art classes, engaging in painting, drawing, and her favorite, ceramics. This deepened her fondness for artistry.

As she matured, she began to merge her artistic skills with hairstyling. She started by bringing her nail kit to school and, during lunch, would do her friends' and classmates' nails. This experience sparked her interest in the beauty industry as her form of artistry.

After high school, Dominique enrolled in the Aveda Arts and Sciences Institute. Before starting school, she participated in the 2022 Catwalk for Aveda, where she styled hair, did makeup, and created a recyclable dress from trash bags, adorning it with mini roses made from the same material. This experience affirmed her calling.

Dominique realized that making others feel great about themselves was something she loved. This conviction solidified her belief that she was in the right field. In school, she actively worked on highlights, color, and cuts, and often practiced on friends and family outside of school to master her craft.

Over time, her love for the hair industry remained steadfast; it became more than a job or a career – it was her true passion. While in school, she worked at a Drybar, where she honed her blowout and styling skills. If ever in need of a good blow-dry, she would be thrilled to assist!

Dominique looks forward to continuing her growth at Mara and aims to become a Master Stylist in the near future.

Jules commenced her career in 2019, graduating from Paul Mitchell The School in Tysons Corner. Her passion for hair and creativity has been a lifelong journey. From a young age, Jules was fascinated by the transformative power of hair and the endless opportunities for self-expression.

Her innate talent and artistic spirit have guided her path to becoming a stylist known for her unique approach to hair. With a philosophy that every client's hair should be a reflection of their individuality, Jules has carved out a niche for herself, focusing on curly cuts and natural hand styling, and specializing in vivid hair color. Her ability to blend intuition with technique allows her to create personalized, edgy, and expressive hairstyles that not only look stunning but also resonate with the essence of each client.

When Jules is not behind the chair, she immerses herself in the world of music as a multi-instrumentalist, showcasing her creative energy across different artistic realms. She also enjoys spending time in nature on hikes with her family and her beloved dog named Daisy.

Jocelyn was raised in Alexandria VA for most of her life and has always loved everything art and beauty. Growing up, she used to beautify her friends and family for big events and enjoyed every second of it. She knew she wanted to pursue a career in the beauty industry after getting hired at Mara Hair and Mode Studio. Seeing the stylists’ passion and drive really pushed her to want to become part of such a beautiful culture.

After being part of the Mara team for 5 years now, she is currently attending the Spectrum Beauty Academy and hopes to graduate in September.

In her free time she likes to cook and explore new recipes. She also enjoys the outdoors, movie theaters, and loves the beach.

Sydney began her hair journey in 2022 at Paul Mitchell The School in Tysons Corner, where she fell in love with the beauty industry. For as long as she can remember, she’s been passionate about the power of hair and how it can transform not just appearances, but confidence too.

From experimenting with bold colors like vibrant reds, pinks, purples, and black on herself and friends, Sydney’s always had an adventurous spirit. Now, she’s channeling that energy to empower her clients express their individuality through their own unique styles.

Sydney loves working with all hair textures and colors, finding inspiration in every opportunity to be creative. Her goal? To make sure every client leaves feeling more like themselves—just with even better hair!

When she’s not behind the chair, Sydney’s diving into other artistic outlets like drawing, sculpting, and painting. She’s always creating and finding inspiration in the world around her, and she’s excited to bring that artistic passion to Mara Hair and Mode Studio.

Schuyler has known she wanted to be a hairstylist for as long as she can remember. Described by her clients as caring, positive, and uplifting, she creates a warm, judgment-free salon experience where everyone feels truly seen and celebrated.

Her specialties include highlights, balayage, curls, barber cuts, and effortlessly chic short styles. Passionate about working with natural texture, Schuyler has a special love for curly and wavy hair. She takes the time to guide her clients through styling routines that empower them to embrace their texture with confidence and ease.

Every transformation is a blend of creativity and precision, rooted in Schuyler’s belief that feeling beautiful on the outside can help people reconnect to who they are on the inside. With a long-term dream of launching her own line of curly hair products, she’s committed to helping others love their hair exactly as it is.

Whether you’re embracing your natural curls, refreshing your color, or ready for a bold new cut, Schuyler brings warmth, care, and creativity to every appointment. Her chair is a space for everyone, and her goal is simple: to help you walk out feeling confident, seen, and totally yourself.

Born and raised in Virginia, Tiffany has been passionate about hair for as long as she can remember—she got her first set of highlights at just 8 years old and has been playing with color and styles ever since. From experimenting on herself to daydreaming about creative transformations, she always knew hair was the path she’d follow.

Tiffany graduated from the Aveda Institute in Arlington, Virginia in 2024 and is at the beginning of her professional journey behind the chair. After two years of salon experience supporting and learning behind the scenes, she’s now stepping into her role as a stylist with excitement and a deep love for making people feel beautiful.

She especially enjoys working on bright blondes and dimensional looks and is eager to explore all areas of hair—including working with all textures and techniques—as she continues to grow.

Outside the salon, Tiffany loves cooking, reading, and spending quality time with her family.

Kiley is a professional makeup artist based in Fairfax, Virginia, boasting over 18 years of experience. Her creative journey commenced on the stage, where she performed in musical theatre productions in the NYC/NJ area from a young age. It was during these formative years that she discovered her true passion for makeup artistry.

From 2001 to 2005, during her university years, Kiley dedicated herself to refining her skills in beauty, bridal, stage, film, and TV makeup. She embarked on her professional career in 2005 in the Shenandoah Valley, where she gained invaluable hands-on experience with clients, photographers, and destination brides.

Kiley's diverse background in the arts allows her to create custom looks tailored to each client's needs. She has a keen understanding of character makeup, the subtlety required in editorial makeup, and the detailed precision necessary for bridal, film, and TV makeup.

Committed to perfecting her craft, Kiley continually learns from the industry's top artists. Her mentors include renowned figures like James Vincent, Kristina Gasperas, Terri Tomlinson, Danessa Myricks, Ashley Fierro, and Charlotte Tilbury.

Her work has gained recognition and has been featured on respected platforms such as Washington Family Magazine, the Emmy Awards (Capital Region), The 700 Club on CBN, and Everyday Wealth, a nationally syndicated video broadcast of the podcast/radio show hosted by Soledad O'Brien and Jean Chatzky.

In her free time, Kiley enjoys reading, baking, practicing calligraphy, antique shopping, traveling, blogging, and spending cherished moments with her family and miniature poodle.

Star was the first hired employee in 2015 at Mara Hair and Mode Studio as a Front Desk member while going to school at George Mason University. Over the past years, her passion of visual arts developed her role at Mara into Social Media Manager and Communications Director.

With over 10 years of photography experience and specializing in portraiture, she has honed her skills and developed a true passion for capturing the beauty and personality of her subjects through her lens.

Beyond her artistic pursuits, Star enjoys indulging in her hobbies during her free time. You can often find her engrossed in all kinds of movies, seeking inspiration from the world of cinema. Additionally, she loves gathering friends for fun-filled board game nights, where laughter and friendly competition take center stage.

Star's work speaks for itself, as her photographs beautifully reflect her creativity and dedication to her craft. If you're looking to capture life's special moments with a passionate photographer, look no further. Her expertise and artistry will ensure that your photographs are cherished memories for years to come.

To see some of Star's work, check out her Instagram page below. Contact us to schedule your personalized photoshoot experience with her!

Originally from Mexico, Vicky loves to cook authentic food from her country. She’s a mother to 5 beautiful children with our assistant, Jocelyn, being one of them. She’s been working at Mara Hair and Mode Studio for 6 years now and she loves that everyday she learns something new!

She’s a big believer in spirituality and takes a holistic approach to health.

In her free time, she loves to relax and watch documentaries on Netflix as well as spending quality time with her family.

Mara assistants, Mago and Vicky are sisters.

Originally from Mexico, Mago is 1 out of 8 siblings and has been happily married for 20 years. She’s been working at Mara Hair and Mode studio for 2 years now and loves seeing stylists create art every day.

In her free time, she likes to spend time with her 2 sons, going shopping, and spending quality time with her loved ones watching movies. She also loves babysitting her nieces and nephews.

Mara assistants, Mago and Vicky are sisters.