Welcome! Im Darcy
Welcome to your new salon home, located in the tree filled Parkrose neighborhood in Portland Oregon. Living a busy life as a small business owner means I appreciate the rare moments when the opportunity for stillness arrives. With that in mind, I've created an environment that is peaceful and supportive of your comfort and relaxation.
Ive been a stylist for almost 30 years, started in my 20's and here I am now, middle age. Somewhere around mid-life and menopause, the need to simplify my life, accept and love who I am, became LOUD. Reclaiming my time to focus on what is important, moved to the top of my daily to-do list. My hair is always on that list, wanted or not. So many of us at this stage of our lives spend our mornings trying to manipulate our natural hair with gimmicks and monthly salon appointments. The idea is to create more ease and simplicity. The truth, is that it leads to frustration and time and money lost.
My own journey toward simplicity led to a passion for helping others accept and embrace their natural texture and the truth about their hair. If you want to reclaim your confidence and your time, you're in the right place.
A little about me...
Ive always been a creator and an entertainer. Working with people, my hands and hair, snuggles seamlessly into the artistic endeavors that bring me joy. In my free time, I love to travel, be in and on water, and frequent art classes. Im often found wandering around a new city, enjoying a museum, spa or a beautiful view. I also enjoy organizing chaotic spaces. Creating simplicity out of complication is a gift. My favorite adventure buddy is my 85lb pooch, Hank.
Specialties
Holistic
Haircuts
Holistic hair care means honoring the whole you. Its honoring your lifestyle, habits and feelings around your hair. Find comfort in the simplicity of your natural texture rather than an idealized version of what your hair should be.
Real Life Haircolor
Hair color can be natural or look natural. The first step is deciding where you're at in your journey. The next step is to blend, enhance or calm what you see in a soft and seamless way, so the real you can shine.
Hair and Scalp Health
Styling Education
Healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp. Issues can be managed with simple care routines and clean, issue specific products and treatments. These will sooth and repair your hair from roots to ends so you can style with ease.
Easy styling routines are not intuitive for most people. But, they can be learned. Simple routines with a few variations can lead to a calmer, happier morning. Everyday.