Staff


Lori Gough, Owner & Receptionist I have been managing Trendz for 4 years now and really enjoy working the front desk. I guarantee you'll be greeted with a friendly smile upon entering the salon. At Trendz we take pride in developing relationships with our clients, as well as providing exceptional salon and spa services.		Kara Kunsman, Master Stylist For more than 20 years, Kara has worked at perfecting her skills as a hair stylist, staying on top of the latest trends for her clientele. She specializes in customized coloring, subtle to bold, creative cuts, from traditional to trendy. Kara's ready to give you the new look you crave...She promises you'll leave with a smile on your face.
Nichole Zimpfer, Stylist Nichole has always had a strong interest in becoming a hair stylist. Now with over 7 years of experience, she continues to keep up with the latest styles and techniques. Nichole is in high demand in the Saucon Valley area as she can customize the perfect color, highlights and /or lowlights just for you.		Heather Smell, Senior Stylist Heather has been a hair stylist working in the Saucon Valley area for over 14 years. She is great at listening to her clients wishes and providing the styles they are searching for. She takes pride in keeping up with the latest trends and participating in continuous education courses.
From front to back: Nichole, Paula, Sarah, Natasha, Maria, Sara, Marianne, Emily, Kara, Tracy, Heather, and Lori.
Maria Diaz, Senior Stylist Maria is a stylist with 16 years of experience mainly in the Saucon Valley / Hellertown area. In addition to graduating from Empire Beauty school, she has had on-going training by highly regarded international master stylists. While always keeping current on the latest trends, Maria enjoys the art of hair coloring and creating that fantasy up-style for very special occasions. As a devoted designer, Maria is passionate about giving her clients unsurpassed satisfaction.		Emily DeAngelo, Senior stylist Emily has spent the last 14 years as a stylist perfecting her craft through continuing education classes in cutting and creative color. She also enjoys up-do's for proms and weddings. Her favorite aspect of being a stylist is having a chance to develop personal relationships with her cllients as well as providing them with excellent customer service.
Marianne Makhoul, Stylist Marianne has spent the last 8 years as a hairstylist and continues to educate herself. With her advanced training, she is always current with the latest trends. She is advanced in coloring/foiling techniques, keratin treatments, updo's and finishes all services with a great blow out. Her education allows her to focus on the skin care aspect of the industry which includes facials and make up applications for those special events. As a client in Marianne's chair you will receive a thorough consultation which will give you the look you've been waiting for!!		Natasha Malasnik, Stylist Natasha has always felt inspired by the industry and after first attending school for fine arts decided to put her artistic abilities into what she really wanted to do, cosmetology. In 2007 Natasha enrolled in the Vision Academy: A Paul Mitchell Partner School in the cosmetology program. Since graduating in 2009- she continues to stay current with todays trends by attending classes and seminars. She is our certified expert in applying keratin treatments. She also enjoys giving great cuts accompanied by a beautiful blow-out!
Paula Meyers, Stylist/Nail Technician Paula has had a passion for the hair and beauty industry most of her life. She has been licensed for more than 18 years. In that time she has mastered a wide range of hair techniques including, cutting, all forms of color, up-do's, perming and much more. Paula is also trained and certified in Hair extension and has a strong passion for nails and pedicures. Paula believes in continual education and strives to stay on the forefront of her field with her knowledge of products and services available in order to provide excellent service to her clientele.		Susan Smolow, Massage Therapist Susan has been practicing massage therapy for 23 years. Her techniques are very eclectic, combining knowledge and experience with deep tissue, Swedish, reflexology and fibromyalgia to provide a client specific massage. After all these years, she still loves her job and is excited to be offering her services at Trendz.
Fahmida Vuyia, Aesthetician & Hard Wax Specialist Fahmida is our licensed esthetician and hard wax specialist who comes all the way from the New York School Of Esthetics. Fahmida holds a license in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. She deeply enjoys working with clients, and would be happy to accommodate anyone in their skin and waxing needs. Knowledgeable and friendly, she guarantees that you will have a positive experience with her.		Sara Vitale, salon assistant A recent Metro beauty academy graduate, Sara joined the Trendz team in February of 2013. She is very friendly and does an exceptional scalp massage along with her shampoos. She is also one of our make-up artists and would love to do your bridal or prom make-up.
Sarah Bastek, Receptionist/Front desk Sarah graduated from Empire Beauty school in 2009 and has always loved the salon atmosphere. She has 10 years of customer service experience including an internship at Walt Disney World. Making your visit to Trendz of Saucon Valley as enjoyable as possible is her main goal.