I’m a Brooklyn hairstylist and the owner of river, a private hair sanctuary in Gowanus. Hidden inside an industrial space surrounded by local artists, river was designed as a calm retreat — a place to step away from the city and enjoy a personalized, luxury hair experience.

I’ve been in the industry for over 25 years, starting as a shampoo girl at 15 and growing into a career dedicated to effortless, low-maintenance hair. My specialties include dry haircuts, balayage highlights, and seamless rooted color.

With dry cutting, I sculpt shape and texture so your hair falls naturally and grows out gracefully. For color, I focus on luminous, modern results — soft, refined, and designed to last. Every appointment begins with a thorough consultation to understand your lifestyle and vision, ensuring your hair feels elevated and easy to maintain.

At river, my philosophy is about creating lived-in styles that hold their shape, giving you hair that looks and feels just as good weeks after your appointment as the day you leave the chair.

When I’m not behind the chair, you’ll usually find me upstate with my wife and our dogs, exploring design projects, drawing inspiration from art and nature, and keeping an eye on the stars through my love of astrology.

You can explore some of my recent work here or book directly through river.