deana dager
stylist

Prior to setting out on her own, she spent the majority of her career working in sales and marketing. It is here that Deana developed her enthusiasm for customer service and making sure each and every client was pleased with the final result. As founder and owner of Dolce Vita Salon, Deana prides herself on being a friendly, enthusiastic and creative hair stylist who focuses on providing each and every customer with exceptional service. She is committed to her profession and is a true artist that is compelled to give you that look you've always wanted! At Dolce Vita Salon, she provides full service styling to a diverse range of clientele, always focusing on her client's satisfaction. Can't wait to see you soon…

sarah ogden
stylist

Originally from Michigan, Sarah attended the Douglas J. Aveda Institute. She apprenticed for a year under some of the top colorists and stylists in the country. Sarah color specialized with Aveda color and then worked with L’Oreal color, Bumble and Bumble products and techniques out of New York.

Sarah has also been trained in Paula Dorf and Aveda make-up. After 5 years in the industry, Sarah finds herself highly motivated and inspired by fashion and helping other feel great. She loves to enjoy and live life but most of all have some fun and laugh a little!

crystal curran
stylist

Known for her special attention to detail, Crystal is passionate about hairdressing because “It enables me to create synergy between personality, lifestyle, hair texture and physical attributes, resulting in a unique design suited to the individual that addresses each of his/her particular needs.”

Specializing in natural hair care through the use of Phyto products, she has been empowered to create and to help each person maintain beautiful, healthy hair while supporting a sustainable vision of respecting nature.

A well-rounded hairstylist, she keeps up with the latest trends and techniques, loves working with curly hair as well as shorter styles, and gives a killer blow-dry.

peter o’toole
stylist

Peter comes from Newcastle, England where he attended the College of Arts for 4 years. He has worked around the globe perfecting his craft. Peter has worked with top stylists Toni and Guy, Trevor Sorbie, Ruth Anne Roche and many more. His loves are creative coloring and cutting while creating a look for you that is both personal and easy to manage. In his spare time Peter enjoys playing and coaching soccer as well as photography. Peter joined the team at Dolce Vita for the sole reason to learn and grow. Peter has worked at some of the top salons in the world, on land and at sea, but says, “What Deana has created is far the best, months away from being the best in Orlando and then the state.”

bonnie finneran
stylist

After graduating from cosmetology school in 1994 Bonnie went on to pursue her career specializing in cutting and coloring.

In 2006 she was fortunate enough to attend the Wella Institute in New York City where she was able to further her education in the art of hair coloring and highlighting. Since then she has continued to further her education, paying attention to the latest styles and hair color techniques. She is now very excited to be a part of the Dolce Vita team where she feels confident she can continue to excel in her career.

carrie brown
stylist

Carrie Brown was born in Cocoa Beach, FL. She attended grade school and high school in Winter Park, before going on to complete an AA degree at Valencia Community College and Cosmetology school at Artistic School of Nails and Cosmetology in Orlando. Carrie has been working in the salon industry for over 7 years. First, as a receptionist at Marie Scott and Co. Inc. and then as an assistant and under-study to Peter O'toole, formerly of Marvaldi Hair and Makeup Studio. She is now working towards building herself as a stylist at Dolce Vita Salon, where she is specializing in Hair Design and Micro-Bead Hair Extensions. Carrie looks forward to meeting new clients and helping them stay beautiful!

julian glackin
stylist

A Master Stylist, Toni and Guy trained, Julian has a passion for making people look and feel their best. Being in the business nearly twenty years, he has had the opportunity to work and train globally with some of the top artists in the industry.

He is a visionary. Upon consultation, he will assess your needs based on physical attributes, lifestyle and desires. He then will create a look tailored to you. He works with all ages.

From a blow dry to extensions, Julian is committed to making your experience enjoyable. He specializes in corrective color and is certified with So Cap Hair Extensions.

He looks forward to seeing you!

karen beth sweat
stylist

Karen loves meeting new people and her passion is to have you in her chair and lavish you with attention. She enjoys listening to your needs and pairing them with her knowledge to come up with a perfect look for you. Karen specializes in creating hair designs to fit the total body image based on build, facial structure and skin color and will prescribe the best and purest products for you as well as techniques for you to continue your look at home. Her specialties include hair cutting for all ages, sex and backgrounds, all types of color techniques, formal occasion up-do’s, period styles, photography styling, make-up and she is a certified So.Cap® extensionist.

Karen has been in the beauty industry for over 25 years. She is a retired platform artist and educator, has been published in Salon and Beauty news and Salon Magazine and has provided years of Hair Design education and motivational seminars for IBS New York, Premiere Orlando, Chicago Midwest and the New England Beauty Expo.

jennifer whitmire
stylist

Jen has a natural passion for making people look and feel beautiful. She is inventive, fun, and creative in anything she touches. Originally from Miami, FL she has a strong understanding of the fashion world. Having worked events such as the MTV VMA show and a multitude of fashion shows and photo shoots. Skilled in both hair and makeup services to fit every clients needs. Certified as a MAC makeup artist and a trained airbrush artist, she has worked alongside a variety of celebrities.

marcus dublin
stylist

I can truly say I am living the American Dream! I moved here from South America British Guyana to live my dream of being the best that i can be in this industry. As a creative and successful Hair and Makeup visionary I'm grateful for every opportunity. I've traveled all over the world doing what i do best. I love helping my clients look and feel good about them self. Im a graduate of the Woody's Hair Styling Institute and have also trained with the Rusk Creative Team, Alterna Professional Hair Care and Aquage cutting team. By continuing my education, thru attending conventions and seminars, I have all the tools to serve my clients better.

aj shields
stylist

AJ Shields has been working in the hair industry for over twenty years. Originally from California where he trained at DeLuth Cosmetology Institute, AJ moved to Orlando in 1992. Specializing in color techniques and trained in Fusion Color by Redken 5th Avenue, New York, AJ loves emphasizing one’s natural color characteristics with complementary colors. He is a Specialized Technician in Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatments, which is a non-chemical based straightener for those with frizzy and unruly hair. He is also well trained and experienced in Japanese & Brazilian Relaxers. An appointment with AJ is fun and exciting as he is knowledgeable and loves to bring out the best in your hair style and color, making you look and feel fabulous. Dolce Vita is a cutting edge salon carrying the best products including Kerastase Hair products which are targeted for treating every hair condition from damaged, straight, curly and chemically treated hair. AJ can recommend the perfect product for you to treat in the salon and at home with the training he has had on this outstanding product line. Call today for your appointment with AJ!

gabrielle tucci
stylist

I have a passion for healthy, gorgeous shiny hair!!!! I specialize in long curly hair, cuts and color. I have trained at the Aveda institute in NYC, Tony and Guy workshops, Sassoon’s Boston, Pivot Point, Ruth Roche”s Rare Academy, Redken NYC, Arrojo Cutler Salon and Paul Mitchell. I also specialize in MAC make-up and bridal and special occasion up styles from Martin Parsons. Having returned to FL after 9 years in NYC I look forward to meeting you and doing your hair!!!!!