meet elle

I am a Spanish speaking queer non-binary tenderoni who deeply understands the connection between hair and gender euphoria.

My first affirming cut occurred in Philadelphia in 2015, when I shyly entered a barbershop and asked if I could be seen. Experiencing how my then- barber took the time to ensure I felt pretty, handsome and cute re-ignited an interest in hair that had laid dormant since my undergraduate days when I would provide cuts as a hobby. 

As I blossomed into myself and into my interests, I decided to give myself an opportunity to do work that mattered to me, and thus began my pursuit of hair as a career in 2021. As a person with an expansive community, I knew that I wanted to be intentional with ensuring I worked with all hair textures, lengths and provided an intentional space for other folks to feel held, seen and safe. 

In my chair, I combine my stylist experience with my social work background to employ active listening, affirmations, and accessibility. To me, this looks like first time client consultations, sliding scale services, longer length services, non-speaking services, along with any additional input from current and past guests. 

Interested in working together? I invite you to book a consultation & services.