Alejandro Jimenez with Samuel Cole Salon Stylist, Jess Duncan

January 18, 2010 (RALEIGH) – Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie were the first to view Bumble and bumble’s newest launch – Wear and Care.  This line is actually a re-launch of their former Treatment Line.  Runway and editorial artist, Alejandro Jimenez, was on-hand to unveil this new line consisting of Mending (for chemically treated hair) and Quenching (for mechanically treated hair - blow dryers, flat irons, curling irons, etc…).  Each consists of shampoo, conditioner, complex, and masque.

Jimenez readied models featuring each new product while Bb sales consultant, Melissa Jones, presented a detailed look into the development, ingredients, uses, and benefits of the new line.  “Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie were Bb’s first choice to premiere this line which will not be unveiled to most salons until February.  It has been exciting to witness Bb’s relationship with the salons blossom over time.  I am thrilled to be the representative for these salons,” said Jones.

Jimenez presented his finished models and described how he created each style.  Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie stylists then created their own signature look using the new line. “Wow, what a difference the products made in the feel and condition of the hair,” said Carolyn Nord, Samuel Cole Salon Master Stylist.

“The new line is exciting because it features the most current technology available in hair care and solves the two main issues clients face, dry and damaged hair. The new packaging and formulations are incredible,” said Jack Ray, owner. 

Salon Moxie features an intimate salon setting with a studio feel. It is a Bumble & bumble Network Salon and also carries Aveda products.  It is located on Falls of the Neuse Road in the North Ridge Shopping Center.  Samuel Cole Salon, Salon Moxie’s sister salon, is an award-winning Bumble and bumble network salon located on Newton Road in North Raleigh. It also features the ultra exclusive Oribe luxe haircare line. Oribe was created by the legendary celebrity and fashion stylist, Oribe Canales.  The salon has been featured nationally in Salon Today, American Salon, Modern Salon and Metro Magazine, as well as internationally in Estetica (Italy) and StyleSpeak (India). 
For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com 

                (L-R) Joelle Ray, Michelle Scaraglino, Dana Rasch, and Jack Ray

January 16, 2010 (RALEIGH) – Jack and Joelle Ray, owners of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie, hosted their 3rd Annual Holiday Awards Celebration.  The red-carpet event took place at the Marriott City Center downtown.  The Rays celebrated their teams’ success with an evening of food, fun, and recognition. 

Jack Ray toasted the past years’ many impressive accomplishments: twenty four trips to New York City for advanced training, participation in fourteen fashion shows and photo shoots, Raleigh Fashion Week, winning The Social Magazine award for Stylists of the Year, Official Salons for The Carolina Music Awards Show, Pink Fest sponsor, featured in international style magazines, recognized as one of top three salons in  Metro Magazine’s Bravo Awards, recognition as one of the Top 200 salon’s in North America by Salon Today Magazine, placing in the top ten of every Citysearch salon category, holding over 200 hours of in-salon education, hosted the filming and hair and makeup for two reality TV pilots, and held the Cut’s for Pups fundraiser benefiting Second Chance Pet Adoptions.

The Rays recognized this year’s winners for their top performance. The Salon Moxie winner for Client Educator of the Year was Dana Rasch and Stylist of the Year went to Michelle Scaraglino.  Samuel Cole Salon winner for Client Educator of the Year went to Sara Beard.  Beard also captured the honor of Stylist of the Year.  Runner Up Client Educator of the Year went to Nikki Galloni and Runner Up Stylist of the Year went to Yvette Cannas. The Associate of the Year honor went to Robyn Murphy and Jenna Orbaker (who tied for the award) and The Carpe Diem Award was presented to Jessica Duncan.  The Rays recognized the dedication and excellence of their Guest Services team, Stephanie Starnes, Kara Breunig, and Stacy Waters. The Ray’s also thanked their management team for outstanding performance and commitment.

Joelle Ray along with stylist, Sara Beard, hosted the popular award’s night segment – The “Bob’ies” – which featured a good natured tribute to each team member. 

“I look forward to organizing and coordinating this event each year. It is amazing to see both salons gathered in one place having such a wonderful time and celebrating their success, both individually and as a team,” said Joelle.

The award-winning Samuel Cole Salon located on Newton Road in North Raleigh is a Bumble & bumble network salon and features the ultra exclusive Oribe luxe haircare line. Oribe was created by the legendary celebrity and fashion stylist, Oribe Canales.  The salon has been featured nationally in Salon Today, American Salon, Modern Salon and Metro Magazine, as well as internationally in Estetica (Italy) and StyleSpeak (India).  Salon Moxie, Samuel Cole’s sister salon, features an intimate salon setting with a studio feel and carries Bumble and bumble and Aveda products.  It is located on Falls of the Neuse Road in the North Ridge Shopping Center.

For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com 

December 2009 (RALEIGH) – Salon Moxie located in North Raleigh captured top ten honors in the categories of “Best Salon”, “Best Color”, “Best Blow Out”, “Best Highlights”, “Best Hair Straightening”, “Best Hair Cut”, “Best Make Up Artist”, and “Best Waxing” in Citysearch’s “Best in the Triangle” competition for 2009.   The annual event let’s consumers decide who’s the best by voting online.  When the votes were tallied, Salon Moxie emerged in the top ten in all salon categories.  “It is very gratifying to be selected in this peoples’ choice forum. We strive daily to continuously improve and pamper our guests. Our team works so well together. They make sure every client receives a quality service and an excellent salon experience.  We are proud of our team’s ability to meet high technical standards and customer service goals,” said Joelle Ray, co-owner of Salon Moxie with her husband and master stylist, Jack Ray.

Salon Moxie features an intimate salon setting with a studio feel. It is a Bumble & bumble Network Salon and also carries Aveda products.  It is located on Falls of the Neuse Road in the North Ridge Shopping Center.  Samuel Cole Salon, Salon Moxie’s sister salon, is an award-winning Bumble and bumble network salon located on Newton Road in North Raleigh. It also features the ultra exclusive Oribe luxe haircare line. Oribe was created by the legendary celebrity and fashion stylist, Oribe Canales.  The salon has been featured nationally in Salon Today, American Salon, Modern Salon and Metro Magazine, as well as internationally in Estetica (Italy) and StyleSpeak (India). 
For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com 

December 3, 2009 (Durham, NC) -  Salon Moxie and Samuel Cole Salon stylists,  Cara Harrison, Michelle Scaraglino, Jennifer Pozarycki, Lauren Rogers, Patrick Arnold, Kristen Carson, Carolyn Nord, Robyn Murphy, Jen Shayya, and Noelle Wolford readied models’ hair and makeup for a fashion showcase of Rachel Week’s School House brand collegiate apparel at The Streets of Southpoint.  The hair was styled in very loose waves and braids, focusing on the natural texture of each model's hair, but giving it some extra 'oomph' and shine.  Make up reflected a fresh and light feel utilizing bronzers, lip gloss, and mascara. Weeks wanted to capture the look of the 'everyday college student'.  

Weeks is a graduate of Duke University and Fulbright Scholarship recipient who designs hip and stylish collegiate apparel.  She is more than just a designer.  She is dedicated to ethically producing her line of clothing.  So much so, that she opened up a “living wage” factory in Sri Lanka.

Salon Moxie Director, Maria Lemons and Samuel Cole Salon Director, Kristina Weeks, coordinated the efforts of both salons for the event. 

“When our salons were contacted by Rachel to do this show, we were thrilled to be working with her again.  She is one of many designers who we have established an on-going working relationship with through our mutual involvement in Raleigh Fashion Week and Strut ’09,” commented Joelle Ray, co-owner of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie with her husband and master stylist, Jack Ray. 

The award-winning Samuel Cole Salon located on Newton Road in North Raleigh is a Bumble & bumble network salon and features the ultra exclusive Oribe luxe haircare line. Oribe was created by the legendary celebrity and fashion stylist, Oribe Canales.  The salon has been featured nationally in Salon Today, American Salon, Modern Salon and Metro Magazine, as well as internationally in Estetica (Italy) and StyleSpeak (India).  Salon Moxie, Samuel Cole’s sister salon, features an intimate salon setting with a studio feel and carries Bumble and bumble and Aveda products.  It is located on Falls of the Neuse Road in the North Ridge Shopping Center.

For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com 

 
Austin Jade Models

November 6, 2009 (RALEIGH, NC) – Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie stylists Cara Harrison, Michelle Scaraglino, Dana Rasch, Kristen Carson, Jenna Emory, Lauren Rogers, Jennifer Pozarycki, Selina Bazemore, Patrick Arnold, Noelle Wolford, Kelli Compton, Kristina Weeks, Ellen Geenty, Sara Beard, and Maria Lemons were on-hand to prepare 23 models for the “Glitter and Gloves” fashion show held at Solas on Glenwood South.  This Austin Jade charity fashion show was created by designer Jade Murray to raise funds for two organizations that are dear to her, the American Cancer Society and the Duke Patient Support Program.  Murray explains, “Cancer affects all of our lives, either directly or indirectly.  It affected my family.  My grandfather battled lung cancer for quite a while.  It was devastating to watch such a strong person go through months of chemo.  We always celebrated our birthdays together.  He passed away on my 13th birthday.  I have always wanted to do something special in his memory.  I put together “Glitter and Gloves” to raise money for these two charities that do so much to help families affected by cancer”. 

“With the brilliance and creativity of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie our models’ hair and makeup looked absolutely stunning – channeling an old Hollywood glamour look.  Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie stylists are the only team that I trust to do not only my own hair and makeup, but especially my models,” added Murray.

“We love the opportunity to work with Jade.  Her fashions are so versatile and beautiful.  She has a big heart and is always a pleasure to collaborate with.  This particular event was impossible to resist getting involved in because of the extraordinary charities that would benefit from it,” commented Maria Lemons, Salon Moxie Director and Networking Extraordinaire.

The event raised $3,000 for the charities.

One of Raleigh’s top salons, Samuel Cole Salon, located on Newton Road, is an award winning, full-service hair salon which has been featured in national and international publications such as Estetica (Italy), American Salon, StyleSpeak (India), and Salon Today. It captured First Runner Up in Salon Today’s annual “Salons of the Year” décor competition. It also continues to be recognized as one of “The Best Of” for Hair Salons and Color & highlights in Citysearch’s Best in the Triangle readers’ poll. Samuel Cole Salon’s artsy counterpart, Salon Moxie, is a hip salon located on Falls of the Neuse Road. It also has been recognized by Citysearch’s Best in the Triangle readers’ poll as “The Best Of” for hair Salons. In addition, it has captured Nickelodeon’s Parent Choice Award for “Best Teen Haircut”.

For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com.

 
  Master Stylist, Selina Bazemore

October 26, 2009 (RALEIGH) – Master stylist and colorist, Selina Bazemore, has joined the award-winning team of stylists at Salon Moxie in North Raleigh.  Bazemore brings 20 years of experience and expertise in the beauty industry to Moxie.

Known for her exemplary customer service and expert skill set, Bazemore compliments the level of professionalism that has come to be expected at Salon Moxie.  “We look for stylists who are passionate about the craft of hairdressing, naturally talented, and who strive to continuously improve their skills,” said Jack Ray, co-owner and master stylist with his wife, Joelle Ray.  “Selina is a perfect fit for our salon.  We are thrilled to add her extensive knowledge to our team,” added Ray.

“I am in this industry because I have a passion for hair.  It is my goal that every guest is relaxed in my chair and confident in my skills; and leaves with fabulous hair, of course.  I keep myself inspired and fresh by continually improving my expertise through advanced education.  I am very excited and enthusiastic about being a part of a salon that prides itself on customer service and requires that their team always seeks advanced education opportunities,” said Bazemore.

Bazemore holds many awards, such as New Designer of the Year, Colorist of the Year, Top Manager, and Designer of the Year.  She has attended numerous courses at advanced professional academies in New York City such as industry icons, Redken and L’Oreal.

Salon Moxie is an award-winning, full service salon located on Falls of the Neuse Road.  It has been recognized by Citysearch’s  Best in the Triangle readers’ poll as “The Best Of” for Hair Salons.  In addition, it has captured Nickolodeon’s Parents Choice Award for “Best Teen Haircut”. 

For more information visit  www.salon-moxie.com .

 
Samuel Cole Salon/Salon Moxie Education Team with Alejandro
(Front R-L: Carolyn Nord, Jess Duncan, Erin Shebaugh, Sara Beard, Jennifer Pozarycki)
(Back R-L: Jack Ray, Alejandro Jimenez, Ashley Collins)

October 19, 2009 (RALEIGH, NC) – Bumble & bumble educator, platform artist, and runway editorial artist, Alejandro Jimenez took center stage once again at Samuel Cole Salon to educate and inspire the design teams from both Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie.  The styling class featured their newest styling product release, Thickening Serum.  The nightly, leave-in treatment fattens and fortifies over time for thicker, stronger strands and fuller hair.  Jimenez demonstrated runway and editorial styling techniques on three models that had been using the Thickening family of products, including the new serum, for several weeks.  “There is an energy with Jack and Joelle’s team that I don’t experience anywhere else. 
I always look forward to coming here.  They inspire me,” said Jimenez.

“Learning from Alejandro is such an honor.  He takes styling to an entirely new level.  I always come away feeling inspired and confident and I can’t wait to recreate the styles on my clients.  Everyone wants to wear “red carpet” hair.  Glamour is in,” remarked Samuel Cole Salon Advanced Designer/Network Educator-in-Training, Jess Duncan.

Jimenez has a long history as part of Bumble’s elite runway and creative team.  He has worked on many fashion shows, such as Victoria’s Secret’s Fashion Show.  In addition, he serves as the Bumble Educator in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.

According to Jack Ray, Master Stylist and co-owner of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie along with his wife, Joelle Ray, “It was a privelege to have Alejandro back in our salon sharing his passion for hairdressing with our teams.  He is always engaging, inspirational and has a great sense of humor.  This level of education, access, and inspiration is what helps set us apart from other salons in the area and a world class salon experience, of course.  We are committed to it.”

One of Raleigh’s top salons, Samuel Cole Salon, located on Newton Road, is an award winning, full-service hair salon which has been featured in national and international publications such as Estetica (Italy), American Salon, StyleSpeak (India), and Salon Today. It captured First Runner Up in Salon Today’s annual “Salons of the Year” décor competition. It also continues to be recognized as one of “The Best Of” for Hair Salons and Color & highlights in Citysearch’s Best in the Triangle readers’ poll. Samuel Cole Salon’s artsy counterpart, Salon Moxie, is a hip salon located on Falls of the Neuse Road. It also has been recognized by Citysearch’s Best in the Triangle readers’ poll as “The Best Of” for hair Salons. In addition, it has captured Nickelodeon’s Parent Choice Award for “Best Teen Haircut”.

For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com.

         
Filming of Austin Jade models being readied by                 Jade Murray with her dog, Teddy
     Samuel Cole Salon/Salon Moxie Stylists                                       at Duke Gardens

Oct 10-11, 2009 (RALEIGH, NC) – The producers of “John and Kate Plus 8” are interested in turning Jade Murray’s real life story as an "up-and-coming"  fashion designer into a reality show.  Murray was filmed on site at Samuel Cole Salon overseeing preparation of her models’ hair and makeup for a photo shoot that took place later that day at Duke Gardens.  The actual photo shoot was part of the filming also.  Murray is a local designer who turned national fashion prodigy with her clothing line, Austin Jade.  Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie stylists, Cara Harrison, Kelli Sintay, Nikki Galloni, Michelle Scaraglino, Ellen Geenty, Erin Shebaugh, Carolyn Nord, Sara Beard, Nichole LuMaye, Britt Crane, Jess Duncan, Ashley Collins, Yvette Cannas, Maria Lemons and Kristina Weeks prepared the models hair and makeup at the salon and were on site at the photo shoot to do touchups.  Hair and makeup for Murray and her assistants was also done at the salon.  “It was exciting and a little crazy having a film crew on site filming us as we worked,” commented Cara Harrison, Salon Moxie Senior Stylist. 

“We have an ongoing working relationship with Jade, having worked with her during Raleigh Fashion Week & Strut 09 and her Fashion Rocks Camp.  Our salons are always  eager to assist her in her projects.  She is a pleasure work with”, remarked Maria Lemons, Salon Moxie Director.

“In shooting a reality show I am allowing the world to see what really goes on behind the fashion “seams”.  The show will be based on my life and the crazy world of fashion.  I hope to inspire young designers, artists, and models to go after their dreams in this great industry.  I choose very carefully who I work with, especially now that I am in front of the cameras, and I knew the salon that would have me and my models camera-ready and flawless without a doubt – Samuel Cole Salon & Salon Moxie,” said Murray.

“It is a tribute to our very talented stylists to be the “go to” salon for Jade and her brand, Austin Jade.  She is a shooting star in the fashion industry and it is exciting to be a part of that,” said Joelle Ray, co-owner of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie with her husband and Master Stylist, Jack Ray.

The award-winning Samuel Cole Salon located on Newton Road in North Raleigh is a Bumble & bumble network salon.  The salon has been featured nationally in Salon Today, American Salon and Metro Magazine, as well as internationally in Estetica (Italy) and StyleSpeak (India).  Salon Moxie features an artsy & eclectic atmosphere and carries Bumble and bumble and Aveda products.  It is located on Falls of the Neuse Road in the North Ridge Shopping Center.

For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com 

        

“The attendees loved the chocolate paraffin hand treatment.  It was nice to pamper these ladies and make them feel special.  They are so inspirational”, remarked Amy Weslowski, Assistant Director of Salons.

“Our involvement in the community continues to be very important to us both personally and professionally.  We are always ready to take part in charitable events such as PinkFest.  We look forward to participating next year,” commented Joelle Ray, the wife of fellow owner, Jack Ray.

One of Raleigh’s top salons, Samuel Cole Salon, located on Newton Road, is an award winning, full-service hair salon which has been featured in national and international publications such as Estetica (Italy), American Salon, StyleSpeak (India), and Salon Today. It captured First Runner Up in Salon Today’s annual “Salons of the Year” décor competition. It also continues to be recognized as one of “The Best Of” for Hair Salons and Color & highlights in Citysearch’s Best in the Triangle readers’ poll. Samuel Cole Salon’s artsy counterpart, Salon Moxie, is a hip salon located on Falls of the Neuse Road. It also has been recognized by Citysearch’s Best in the Triangle readers’ poll as “The Best Of” for hair Salons. In addition, it has captured Nickelodeon’s Parent Choice Award for “Best Teen Haircut”.

For more information visit www.samuelcole.com and www.salon-moxie.com.

Salon Moxie Senior Stylist, Michelle Scaraglino, and her cat, Izzy

September 27, 2009 (RALEIGH, NC) - Salon Moxie hosted “Cuts for Pups”, a charity event organized to help raise funds for Second Chance Pet Adoptions. The team at Salon Moxie generously donated their time and talent by offering $20 haircuts.  100% of the proceeds went to Second Chance Pet Adoptions.  This event was created and organized by Salon Moxie Senior Stylist, Michelle Scaraglino.  “It is important to me that my teammates and I stay connected and involved in our community.  I have such a special place in my heart for all animals and I wanted to do something to help an organization that I strongly believe in – Second Chance Pet Adoptions.  I love what they do.  They help find homes for animals without giving their innocent lives an expiration date,” said Scaraglino.  “We are a team of certifiable animal lovers so Michelle had my full support when she approached me about this fundraiser,” remarked Salon Moxie Director, Maria Lemons. 

Jack and Joelle Ray, owners of Salon Moxie and the awarding winning Samuel Cole Salon were on-hand to participate in the event.  “It was so inspiring to see the enthusiasm from our team and the support of the community as we raised a total of $502.  Being animal lovers ourselves, Jack and I decided to match the money raised.  We believe in getting involved in our community and giving back,”  said Joelle.   Salon Moxie was pleased to present a check for $1,004 to Kristine Mayberry of Second Chance Pet Adoptions.

“We were very excited to be partner with Salon Moxie on this great event to help the animals. Many of our volunteers loved participating as they were able to help their favorite cause and enjoyed the benefits of a professional and stylish haircut by an awesome team!  It's great to have the community involved in such a great cause to help a group often overlooked in this economic hardship, the animals. While many have lost their jobs, many more animals have lost their homes. We look forward to more events with Salon Moxie to continue our mission to help the stray and abandoned animals of our community," said Mayberry.

Second Chance Pet Adoptions is a non-profit animal rescue organization that has served homeless cats and dogs of the Triangle Area of North Carolina since 1989. The foundation dedicates itself to the principle of preserving the lives of animals, not ending them.  

Salon Moxie is located on Falls of Neuse Road in North Raleigh.  It has been recognized by Citysearch’s  Best in the Triangle readers’ poll as “The Best Of” for Hair Salons.  In addition, it has captured Nickolodeon’s Parents Choice Award for “Best Teen Haircut”. 

For more information about Salon Moxie visit www.salon-moxie.com .