2010 (New York, Milan, Paris) – Jack and Joelle Ray, co-owners of Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie, along with two of their top stylists, Ashley Collins and Erin Shebaugh, showcased their editorial work on the fashion week runways of New York, Milan and Paris. Jack, Ashley and Erin kept their creative juices pumping during an exciting, non-stop backstage adventure in New York. The three styled hair for multiple designers during the week such as Bill Blass , Rebecca Minkoff , Michael Bastian , Staerk , Wayne, Bibhu Mohapatra , Karen Walker , Nathan Jenden , Davidelfin , and Naeem Khan .

Working New York Fashion Week was a definite highlight of my career. The experience was fast-paced, exciting and chaotic. I loved every minute of it,” said Shebaugh.

From New York the Rays traveled to Milan to join the backstage team headed by celebrity stylist Oribe Canales. The team was chosen exclusively by Giorgio Armani for his Giorgio Armani and Armani Emporio lines . Seated in the audience were George Clooney, Megan Fox, Anna Wintour (Editor-in-Chief for Vogue America), and Jada Pinkett Smith.

View his shows: Armani and Armani Emporio

“Styling hair for Mr. Armani in Milan- amazing and thrilling, just so special. Watching Mr. Armani’s dedication, vision and passion was incredible to witness. It is obvious that he is just as passionate as ever,” said Joelle Ray.

From Milan the Rays flew to Paris for Paris Fashion Week. Working with editorial stylist Ramona Eschbach, the Rays styled models for designer, Damir Doma .


“The show was beautiful. The hair was elegant. And, the setting of the show was in a museum that housed minerals. The space itself was incredibly inspiring,” said Jack Ray









About Samuel Cole Salon

The award-winning Samuel Cole Salon , located on Newton Road in North Raleigh, features a professional hair design team whose work has been showcased on the runways of Giorgio Armani’s Couture Fashion Show in Paris and Milan and New York Fashion Week. With more than 30 years experience collaborating with fashion and beauty industry icons, such as Oribe Canales, stylist to the stars including Penelope Cruz and Lady Gaga, and Bumble and bumble’s artistic director Howard McLaren, the salon delivers superior client services including hair extensions and Brazilian Blowouts, in a chic, contemporary atmosphere. Spotlighted in Salon Today, American Salon, Modern Salon and StyleSpeak, Samuel Cole Salon stylists are sought after for their insight on style and industry trends. The salon is also the premier destination for exclusive, high fashion product lines including Oribe and Bumble and bumble. Samuel Cole is a favorite among Raleigh clientele, being routinely selected as ‘best in Class’ for awards including Best of Citysearch and Metro Bravo. Salon Moxie , Samuel Cole’s sister salon, features a studio environment and offers an assortment of Bumble and bumble and Aveda products. Salon Moxie is conveniently located in the North Ridge Shopping Center of North Raleigh.