Meet Houston’s Top Stylists

James' “Realism Style” makes him an expert in taking one’s natural attributes and perfecting them with his keen eye for enhancing natural beauty. James Fojt started his 20+ year career in Paris, France, where he developed a love for the “French Haircutting Technique. James’ extensive career has taken him around the globe.

His relentless search for artistic inspiration is neverending. “If you are inspired by beauty and you know where to look, you will find it.” says James. His color, cuts, and master styling are a staple in the fashion industry, working hand and hand with the amazing Odile Gilbert in fashion week New York, Los Angeles and Houston.

Fojt’s talents have caught the eye of some of the world’s most sought after fashion designers. Jason Wu and Creatures of the Wind, collaborated with Fojt to produce career making shows and collections. Fashion power houses Monique Lhuillier, Thakoon, Theory, Rachel Zoe and Suno, to name a few, draw on James’ vast talent and expertise to highlight today’s fashion trends to triumphs. His Hollywood connection, “American Idol,” and the Learning Channel’s reality television show “Make Over Story” have gained him international recognition, as well as a loyal clientele list that grows like his larger than life persona.

Follow James on Instagram @jamesfojt!

Christine is a Master Stylist specializing in creatingtimeless and sophisticated styles, precision haircuts and color transformations. She is certified in Bellami and Great Lengths Hair Extensions as well as various advanced color systems, allowing her to deliver customized solutions that enhance each client’s natural beauty.

Clients often describe Christine as detail-oriented, dedicated and consistently delivering results that keep them coming back. When she’s not in the salon, Christine is continually expanding her skills through advanced training and staying engaged with the latest innovations in the beauty industry. 

Follow Christine on Instagram @christine.hair to see her latest work!

Christophe Marais, originally from France, starting his career as a haircut instructor in Paris and Toulouse. He came to Houston via Los Angeles and Dallas then studing with celebrity stylist José Eber in Houston. He prides himself on treating his customers like royalty. Speaking of which, Christophe was employed by the King of Morocco for 2 years as a stylist.

Christophe creates feminine, chic, and sexy hair styles. He looks to his clients for inspiration to determine the type of style and cut that fits their personality. His styles are easy for his clients to replicate and maintain on their own. Christophe is a self-confessed fashion magazine junkie and knows all of the European designers and fashion houses by their work. He enjoys traveling and mixes business with pleasure traveling to France at least once a year to take classes and seminars learning new hair styling and cutting techniques. After chatting with Christophe, you will definitely notice this intangible quality that makes him distinctive and unique aside from his well-honed hair designing skills. 

Follow Christophe on Instagram @christophe.marais!

Originally from France, Philippe trained in Paris before coming to the United States to work under famed stylist José Eber. Another talented French stylist originally from Nice, France mostly known for his trademark Farrah Fawcett look. Initially working in San Diego and Dallas, he then came to Houston working under Jose. Philippe has a deep connection and love for his culture which comes to life through his work. He specializes in color as well as French cutting techniques. His loyal and longtime clients love his personalized cuts and styling as well as his amazing color work. His favorite part of his job is being creative and making people look and feel beautiful.

Born in Bogota, Colombia, Orlando embarked on his journey in the early 1980s at Academia Universal de Belleza, where he dedicated himself to mastering the Vidal Sassoon cutting techniques that have become his signature precision haircuts. 

He made the move to Houston in 1985, expanding his hairstyling skills by studying Barbering and deepening his mastery of haircutting. In 1996, he opened the Aveda lifestyle salon Nature's Way in The Galleria Area. This milestone opened doors for him to collaborate with esteemed, award-winning hairstylists, including Vidal Sassoon, Horst Rechelbacher, David Adams, Van Council, and David Wagner among others. Orlando showcased his skills on prestigious stages at New York Fashion Week and London Fashion Week. In the following years, he channeled his passion into training programs for Houston's finest salons, sharing his expertise and inspiring future stylists. 

Today, he is known for his precision haircutting and exceptional up-styling for special events. His natural highlights (Baby lights) and dimensional color expertise reflect his artistry, and as a certified Brazilian blow-out trainer, he has built a trusted clientele. 

With a charismatic smile and a genuine sense of care, Orlando ensures every client enjoys an unparalleled experience. His greatest sense of accomplishment is when his clients return and share their experience with friends and family.

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Dominique, originally from Texas, is a young ambitious stylist who always knew she wanted to be part of the beauty industry. She began her career as a teenager working the front desk at a small salon in Corpus Christi, Texas. After attending beauty school in 2014, she moved to Houston pursuing her dream as a hairstylist. Dominique received her training by some of Houston's most accomplished stylists: Christine Caballero, Sarah Al-Adwani and Tanya Roitburt.

Dominique loves gathering inspiration from everything around her and from experiences within the industry. She excels in Women’s Haircuts, Styling, Balayage, Highlights, Keratin Treatments and Brazilian blowouts amongst her broad set of services offered.

Committed to her dreams, Dominique continues to grow in the industry; “I am passionate about my work and love to create looks that leave my clients looking and feeling beautiful.”

Follow Dominique on Instagram @dominiquedionisio_ to see her latest work!

A native of the greater Houston area, Austin Wade is an up and coming stylist! No newcomer to the hair and beauty industry, Austin began his career working initially as a make-up artist, later pursuing his dream of becoming an incredible hairstylist! His years in makeup gave him an artist's eye for curating the perfect shade of color and a cut accentuating the best in his clients! He is trained in French hair cutting and styling techniques and is known for working with each individual's specific head shape and personal style. Austin tailors each and every aspect of your appointment to meet your every need. Follow Austin at Instagram- @austinwadehair