KATRINA MELNYK | @hairbykatrinarae
Apprentice
A recent graduate from the Aveda Institute, Katrina is definitely an upcoming hairstylist on the rise, as in start booking with her now and become one of her regulars before her calendar is full.
Specializing in blondes, balayage, and extensions, she'll have you walking out of this salon looking and feeling like a million bucks.
When not in the salon, Katrina likes to enjoy the outdoors with her furry friend Riggs.
BROOKE STOUGHTON | @brookeblends_
Apprentice
Brooke is currently a hairstyling student at the Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre and she is excited to start her career at Fifth.
Brooke is looking to specialize in mens grooming, blonding, and hair extensions.
Brooke loves men’s grooming, blonding, and hair extensions.
TAYAH LAVOIE | @taylavo.hair
Junior Stylist
Tayah graduated from hairstyling in 2021. She’s been working as a stylist in Kenora, Ontario for the past two years and recently moved to Winnipeg to grow her career. Tayah loves to do blonding, vivid colours, and short haircuts - but is excited to learn new skills!
In her spare time, Tayah likes to be around friends and family, or watching a movie with a cozy cup of tea.
BROOKE ERASMO | @themooninbrooklyn
Junior Stylist
Brooke has been in the hair industry since 2017. As a busy mama of two, she took some time early in her career to focus on motherhood but now she’s back behind the chair fulfilling her passion. As a growing hair artists, she prioritizes hair health, customizing each service to fit everyone’s unique lifestyle, and the importance of educating her clients on how to care for their hair at home in between visits.
When Brooke isn’t busy at work, she’s out adventuring with her little ones or reading a book!
MINDY LEIGH | @mindyleighhair
Senior Stylist
Mindy has been in the industry since 2017. She is an Aveda trained stylist that enjoys low maintenance, natural lived in colours and providing her clients with a memorable experience.
In her spare time you will find her with her sons or her dogs, back country camping or hiking.
TIANA FASO | @tianafaso
Senior Stylist
Tiana is an Aveda trained stylist. Her experience in the industry started in 2015. She loves creating bright blondes and lived-in low maintenance colours.
Tiana strives to give you your dream hair while customizing it to fit your lifestyle. Her goal is to enhance what you’ve already got goin’ on.
Favourite product? Kevin Murphy's Powder Puff. It's essential to create that messy, casual volume look.
ABBEY WAWRYK | @hairby_abs
Senior Stylist
Abbey has been dominating the beauty industry since she graduated in 2015. She’s a blonding expert and short hair specialist. Abbey is passionate about enhancing the beauty of her clients and making genuine connections with each guest in her chair.
Abbey strives to create a welcoming, positive, inclusive environment. She is guaranteed to have you laughing and making your hair dreams come true.
Favourite pastimes? When she’s not behind the chair, you can find her on the yoga mat, at the gym, or catching her next flight!
AINSLEY ADAIR | @hair.by.adair
Senior Stylist
Ainsley has been in the industry since 2018. Her main focus is colour. Her favourite looks are lived-in-blondes and dimensional brunettes. Her passion is achieving your desired look while maintaining the health and integrity of your hair along the way. She also loves connecting with and getting to know each client that sits in her chair.
Fave products: Kevin Murphy Session Flex Hairspray and Davines Volumizing Mousse.
NAVJOT KAUR | @navjot.styles
Senior Stylist
A recent grad of Aveda Institute Winnipeg, Nav's career took off like a lightening bolt, and for very apparent reasons. Her attention to her clients needs and wants is her top priority. She offers suggestions and executes them in the highest quality possible. The results simply speak for themselves. She's known for her highlights/balayages and colour corrections. When asked what her fave part of hairstyling is she said during the haircutting as that's when the client can see their whole transformative look happen.
Fave pastimes? Trying new recipes, eating pakoras with tea while watching Hollywood/Bollywood movies as well as photography and crocheting.
ANNIA MULAIRE | @beauty.by.annia
Senior Stylist
Annia has been in the industry since 2018. Her goal is to help you feel beautiful by giving you the hair of your dreams. She has a fresh, new take on the hair world and the confidence and expertise of someone beyond her years.
Annia is bilingual, so your service can be done in French or English!
SERENA ERICKSON | @serenalouisehair
The hair industry got a little better when Serena joined in 2018. She has a passion and expertise for blonding, layered/textured haircuts, and loves to give her clients the skills and know how to style their hair at home.
Serena believes in the importance of maintaining health and strong hair. Her bubbly and cheerful personality will make you feel welcome and her talents will keep you comin’ back!
Favorite are Olaplex and a good leave-in conditioner, like Kevin Murphy's Untangled.
JENNAH SMITH | @jennahsmithhair
Senior Stylist
Jennah is a Redken trained stylist with experience behind the chair since 2013. She can proudly boast of working on the Glam Squad for the Winnipeg Blue Bomber Cheer & Dance team, which included traveling to several Grey Cup festivals and home games.
Jennah specializes in wigs and has done many seasons with Winnipeg’s Rainbow stage. She loves creating soft dimensional hair colour, natural golden blondes, and razor cutting. If you’re on the hunt for a mullet, Jennah is your gal!
Favourite products? Kevin Murphy's Bedroom Hair to create a textured, undone look paired with Shimmer Shine for brightness and glitter.
MEG KINITA | @hairbymeghankinita
Senior Stylist
Meghan has been in the industry for over 25 years. She’s enjoyed educating, doing stage work, and working abroad. Her favourite salon service she offers are her textured signature cuts using shears and a razor, along with seamless natural colours, and makeovers.
*Meg requires an in person consultation for all big changes and prefers an in person consult for new-to-her clients whenever possible. Thanks!
A note from Meg: “I’m so excited to see you here at FIFTH. I’ve been coming here for years and had to jump at the opportunity to join this hardworking team in a stunning environment.”
ALISON WIEBE | @hairbyalison_leigh
Senior Stylist
Alison started her career as a Stylist in 2005. Her extensive background includes specialized hair colouring, precision hair cutting, bridal and formal styling, hair extensions, salon ownership, and education.
She is dedicated to creating custom looks for each client and makes the best recommendations for their needs and lifestyle.
Favourite pastimes? When she’s not behind the chair, you can find her cooking and testing out a new recipe!
ASHLEY SEGAL | @hairbyashleygaylerose
Senior Stylist
Ashley has been working in the salon industry since 2003. With a gentle vibrance, she takes great pride in making her clients feel pampered. Whether she’s creating soft, dimensional blondes or rich chocolate browns, your hair will get noticed!
Hair comes in all types, so experience matters. From different hair textures, colours, overhauls, and styling - Ashley has you covered!
A note from Ashley: “I love coming to work every day knowing that my clients will get that perfect confident look that we all crave!”
AMANDA ROSE | @hairbyamandarose
Owner/Stylist
Amanda is a Kevin Murphy and Aveda trained stylist who has been in the industry since 2014. She has expanded her education by traveling throughout Canada and the United States to attend classes by some of our industries best!
Amanda specializes in creating the perfect blondes for her clients, as well as soft subtle neutral tones to compliment her clients’ features.
Favourite products? Kevin Murphy BLOW.DRY Wash & Rinse, Kevin Murphy EVER.SMOOTH spray for the perfect blow dry with 425 degree heat protection! Finished with Davines"this is a dry texturizer and shimmer mist!
AMY GRACE | @amy__grace
Owner/Stylist
Amy is a senior stylist who started her career in 2010, and her makeup career in 2002. She spent years specializing in special event hair and makeup, as well as working with television and production companies.
Amy is inspired by soft neutral tones and loves to create soft organic cuts to compliment her clients’ style.
Favourite products? Kevin Murphy’s Body Builder to give your hair that volume and movement it craves, paired with Kevin Murphy’s Bedroom Hair for effortless textured waves.
OLIVE MACAVEI | @hairbyolives
CURRENTLY ON MAT LEAVE
Olive is a Schwarzkopf educated hairstylist who has been in the industry since 2012. Olive is super passionate about hair health and creating beautiful colour while maintaining the integrity of the hair. She loves creating dark and dimensional brunettes, corrective colour, and precision cutting.
Favourite products? Kevin Murphy’s Repair Me Wash + Rinse and Young Again serum to keep those locks strong and resilient.