Our Team

Owner, Master Stylist and Colorist.

Jean Claude is known as the genius of hair color. Transforming shades to the perfect blonde to the richest brunette or correcting a difficult color, he is the stylist to be seen. His use of foils, highlights, balayage, or his technique with Ombre color will return your hair to the beautiful, healthy, and natural look of any season. He believes "A good hair color should go with a woman's complexion and eye color."Jean Claude began his career in France with the prestigious Haute Coiffure Franchise under the tutelage of world-renown stylist Jacques Dessange, Maniatis, and Alexandre de Paris. He continued his training at Pivot Point relocating to Georgetown, where he quickly became a master colorist and one of the most requested hairstylists in Washington, DC.Jean Claude creates the perfect hairstyle for events from photo shoots to fashion shows to high-profile events or for that special wedding day. He has traveled coast-to-coast for his clients to make sure their hair is perfect for their special event.Jean Claude resides in Georgetown and continues to push the boundaries of his professional creativity with his love for travel and his entrepreneurship projects.

Master Colorist and Stylist.

Our highly skilled and energetic Master Stylist Elle comes to us with over 15 years of experience. Creativity and communication are her most strong characteristics. She is thorough with consultations to produce a truly unique design to suit her guests. 

Elle is trained in New York Aveda and Vidal Sassoon. She went on to be one of Aveda's top color and cutting educators. Her work has been featured on the runways of NewYork and Philadelphia Fashion Weeks, including countless editorial photoshoots.

She loves working with all hair types and texture and is equally adept at men's, women's, and gender neutral/androgynous styles. Her talent with creating natural sun-kissed balayage, sculpting curly hair, voluminous blowouts, chic short haircuts, mind-blowing intense fashion colors, and her ability to incorporate color with natural gray/white hair to manage easy to maintain style.

Elle loves working in a salon setting and getting to connect with a diversity of people. Her clients remain loyal to her and always look forward to their next fun appointment!

Master Colorist &Stylist

Maria Fratus specializes in color service such as application color design for regrowth, grey blending, highlights, balayage, hair extensions, haircuts, and hairstyles to create your desired look you have in mind.

Maria is certified with L’OREAL and GOLDWELL color education and certified with Bellami hair extensions as a Master Stylist. 

She is currently in enrolled at the United States Trichology Institute for Hair Loss Practitioner to becoming a certified Trichology professional. 

She is currently enrolled to LEAD | MCC ROLF’S GLOBAL INSTITUTE powered by L’OREAL for A.A.S. degree in Beauty and Wellness and continuing with B.A.S. In Advance Leadership.  

She enjoys to make her community look marvelous and feel amazing. She is redefining beauty every day with impact and importance through science and business in the world.

Master Colorist and Stylist.

Claudia stands out as one of Georgetown's sought-after stylists and colorists, boasting extensive expertise with over 20 years in the field. Constantly enhancing her skills, she travels nationally and internationally for advanced training, recently returning from Paris. Claudia prioritizes open and comprehensive consultations to achieve the ideal cut and color, considering factors like face shape, eye and skin tone, and lifestyle. Renowned for her patience and proficiency, she tackles even the most challenging corrective color work. Specializing in all things blonde, Claudia, a brunette herself, takes joy in assisting brunettes in achieving their perfect blonde look. Additionally, she excels in men's cuts, refining her skills with celebrity barber Vaughn Acord in Florida.

Master Colorist and Stylist.

Paul Riley honed his cutting and coloring skills over the last 20 years at some of the best salons in Washington DC. He has built a widely diverse clientele that includes local and national media personalities and political figures. Paul also Specializes in Keratin Complex smoothing treatments. 

 Master Stylist.

From Portland, Oregon to Washington, DC Natasha has touched the tresses of many for over 12 years. She began her professional career training at the Paul Mitchell School and graduated at the top of her class to be offered a position at the institute. She then became a blowout expert at the first DryBar location in Washington, DC in Georgetown and was later recognized in Glamour magazine. As a natural hair enthusiast, she knows what it takes to keep kinks, curls, and waves healthy, protected and thriving while satisfying her trendy clientele. With a passion for color, Natasha trained with L’Oreal Professionals and enhanced her coloring techniques, applications, and knowledge to become a skilled colorist. Amid a diverse portfolio that ranges from sun kissed naturals, peacock hues to the iciest blondes, Natasha can execute your healthy hair desires and color vision.

 Master Stylist/Colorist.

Dimitri is an award winning and highly experienced stylist. He graduated from Toni & Guy Academy, and ever since has built a reputation in the District. Dimitri is an artistic hair designer and was featured in the 2003 Allure magazines as an expert colorist of DC. In the 2017 November issue of Vogue, Dimitri was the hair stylist for senator Kristen Gillibrand.

Master Stylist/Colorist

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Alexandra Alcocer is a distinguished hairstylist with over 28 years of experience in the beauty industry,having worked at some of Washington,DC’s most prestigious salon since 1997. Her passion for hairstylist began in high school, were she started by cutting and coloring her own hair and then styling her friends hair. Driven by her love for the craft. Alexandra pursued formal education at Gram-Webb Academy specializing in hair cuts.
In 2013 Alexandra furthered her expertise by training YUKO JAPANESE HAIR STRAIGHTENING and BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT, expanding her skill set to offer her clients a diverse of hair treatments know for her dedication to her clients Alexandra finds joy in enhancing their beauty and making them feel their BEST.
Her vibrant personality is reflected in her own ever- envolving hairstyles- don’t be surprised if her hair is a different color each time you see her!

Master Stylist/Colorist

Master Stylist with Over 35 Years of International Expertise

With more than three decades of experience in the hair industry, Aaron began his career in Türkiye and has since cultivated a remarkable international portfolio, working across Europe and the United States. He has received world-class training in cutting and coloring techniques in fashion capitals such as Istanbul, Germany, the Netherlands, and London.

Aaron’s work reflects a deep understanding of both timeless elegance and current trends. He masterfully blends classic European styling with contemporary flair to create tailored looks that suit each individual client.

For the past three years, Aaron has been a sought-after stylist at Bella Moda Salon & Spa at The Wharf in Washington, DC. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, artistic eye, and warm personality, he has built a loyal following of clients who trust him for everything from precision cuts to dimensional color and complete style transformations.

Whether you’re looking for a subtle refresh or a bold new look, Aaron is dedicated to helping you look and feel your absolute best.

Junior Stylist/Colorist.

As a passionate junior hairstylist, Abigail is recognized for her kind, approachable demeanor and a keen eye for detail.She specializes in everyday cuts, styling, and color services designed to enhance each client's natural beauty. Committed to continuous growth, Abigail stays up to date with the latest trends and techniques to deliver fresh, modern results. She's dedicated to creating a comfortable experience and helping every client feel confident, beautiful, and truly cared for.

Stylist/Colorist

Jin brings 20 years of experience in the beauty industry.  She has worked for numerous top salons and luxury spas throughout Maryland, Virginia, and most recently Georgetown, DC at one of Elle Magazine’s best voted salons, Salon L’eau.  Her highest accomplishment was owning her private salon for 5 years in Bethesda, MD.  

Her specialty is in blonde highlights, using the best, modern foil + balayage techniques for that perfect dimension.  She will blend several blonde shades that are customized to your unique skin tone and lifestyle.  She has extensive training with L’Oréal, Wella, Redken, and Schwarzkopf color.  Precision haircuts for both men and women are equally a huge passion, as she holds many years of experience choosing a cut that will enhance your best facial features.   Most of all, she loves to connect with each person who visits her chair, helping to make them feel the best version of themselves. 

Make-Up Artist.

French trained esthetician, makeup artist with more than 25 years of experience Client include politicians, Anchors, Reporters, Actors, moms , brides . Ability to understand the need of the client and work with them to achieve what they want , dependable and details oriented.

Make-Up Artist.

European trained cosmetician, make-up artist and stylist, with more than 20 years of experience. Clients include the nation’s top politicians; film and television personalities; TV news reporters, anchors and guests; entertainers, and high- profile private clients, wedding party and formal affair attendees, and professional photography subjects. Professional skin care and makeup application instructor. Independent Consultant for internationally known European cosmetic company. Skilled in spa services. Strong interpersonal skills, engaging personality, dependable, and detail oriented. Ability to understand each client’s unique needs and deal positively with wide-ranging personalities.

Assistant

With many years of experience in the beauty salon, I will ensure that each and every visit will be very memorable at Kiss.