TEAM
Michael Nguyen
OWNER / HAIR STYLIST
A Southern Californian native, Michael Nguyen is the driving force behind Mikell Coiffure. He was always creative growing up and was constantly inspired by fashion, architecture, interior design, hair, and makeup. A professional in the truest sense, Michael creates hairstyles that are buildable and playful. With over a decade of experience, he really enjoys enhancing hair color with a natural approach.
His clients leave his chair with chic styles, timeless haircuts, and stunning colors where warm and cool tones harmonize. What has made a place in Michael’s chair so covetable for the past decade, however, is not just his skill in creating astonishing, multi-dimensional color, but the personal connection he develops with everyone who makes it to his chair. His talent and personality have created his sought-after reputation and kept his clients coming back time and time again from Orange County, Los Angeles, and Southbay.
Stefanie Chickey
HAIR STYLIST
For bright, natural, and beachy Californian blondes that grow out seamlessly, look no further. Stefanie Chickey’s attention to detail with perfectly placed highlights, leaves every client walking out of the salon with refined healthy hair.
She is a contemporary artist that does a multitude of hair extensions, Cezanne Smoothing Treatments, and her ability to consistently execute beautiful color using the foil technique “Baby Lights”. Her interest in people and the different ways they express themselves are always at the forefront of her creative process. When she is not behind the chair, she seeks fashion trends and hair inspiration during her travels abroad. Stefanie’s friendly and professional nature instantly puts her clients at ease.
McCall Sbranti
HAIR STYLIST
Introducing McCall, a highly skilled and experienced hairstylist with a focus on blonde hair transformations, balayage techniques, and modern layered haircuts for medium to long lengths. With a deep understanding of the latest trends and techniques in the industry, McCall is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that exceed her clients’ expectations.
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As a specialist in creating stunning blonde hair, McCall has an eye for color and a meticulous approach to achieving the perfect shade. Whether you desire a natural sun-kissed, lived in look or a super bright blonde, she will work closely with you to understand your vision and color that best suits your skin tone and personal style.
When it comes to haircuts, McCall's forte lies in crafting modern soft layered styles for medium to long lengths. Whether you desire a soft, face-framing cut or a more edgy a textured look. She will ensure that your haircut not only suits your individual features but also enhances your overall appearance.
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She prides herself on providing a professional and personalized experience for each client, taking the time to listen to your needs and preferences. Her friendly and approachable demeanor creates a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, making your time in her chair an enjoyable and rejuvenating experience.
Blair Berndes
BROW / MAKEUP ARTIST
*Appointments by Request Only*
After quickly climbing the ranks as a brow and makeup guru in Southbay, Blair has now joined Mikell Coiffure to take on the next phase of her career. Blair offers a decade of experience as a beauty expert with an unwavering commitment to bring out an enhanced version of her clients’ natural beauty with precisely the right color palette. And it’s no wonder she’s so great at it: she understands each makeup application is to consider the clients’ facial structure and skin type.
Depending on the clients’ needs, she is able to provide an array of specialized services of personalized makeup shopping and lessons, brow lamination, brow design, and lash lifts. Over the years, Blair has worked with countless celebrities and makeup for editorial shoots, red carpet events and more. Blair consistently excites her clients with creating looks from off the runway, latest trends, and refreshed “no-makeup” look that vows to wow.
