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RALEIGH, N.C. - July 22, 2010- Jack and Joelle Ray, owners of Raleigh’s award-winning Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie, turned a dream into reality when they traveled to Paris to participate in Giorgio Armani’s couture Armani Privé show on July 6. Celebrity stylist Oribe Canales, who has styled the hair of Jennifer Lopez and Lady Gaga, selected the pair to be part of his exclusive team of hair stylists for the fall collection’s show because of their expertise and vast knowledge of the hair industry.                               

“It is one of the highest honors in our industry to be part of the Armani show and we always enjoy working with Oribe who is an industry icon,” Joelle Ray said. “At Samuel Cole and Salon Moxie, we work hard to deliver a high-level of excellence to our clients. We always appreciate when others take notice and ask us to work with them. We saw some amazing looks in Paris and look forward to incorporating them into our styles this fall.” 

The high-energy couture show entertained guests that included celebrities, models and fashion critics from around the globe, such as actresses Megan Fox and Cate Blanchett. Behind the scenes, adrenaline was also pumping. As members of the stylist team, Jack and Joelle helped create sensational hair looks to balance Armani’s fall line. Models with thick, long blonde hair that looked natural and effortlessly beautiful strutted down the runway.

“We were thrilled when Oribe asked us to join him in Paris. He has created amazing hairstyles for many fashion shows, and having him trust us to recreate his looks for the Armani show speaks volumes,” Jack Ray said. “Armani is known for creating styles that people can wear on and off the runway. The blend of unique and classic beauty enhanced the appeal of the clothes in his fall collection.”

The Rays predict that thick, long hair will be a must-have look for the fall season after seeing Armani’s couture line and styling the models’ hair to match. Natural or with the help of extensions, long hair is a great accessory to pair with other fall favorites, such as leggings and sleek trench coats.

About Salon Moxie

The award-winning Salon Moxie , located in the North Ridge Shopping Center 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 Brazilian Blowouts, in a chic, NY studio atmosphere.  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 Bumble and bumble and Aveda.  Salon Moxie is a favorite among Raleigh clientele, being routinely selected as ‘Best in Class’ for awards including Best of Citysearch and Nickelodeon.  Samuel Cole Salon , Salon Moxie’s sister salon, is designed to be a modern, urban oasis away from the stresses of everyday life and offers the premiere product lines of Bumble and bumble and ultra luxe Oribe.  Samuel Cole Salon is conveniently located on Newton Road in North Raleigh.

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RALEIGH, N.C. – June 21, 2010 – The award-winning salons, Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie will feature world-renowned celebrity hairstylist Oribe Canales on Monday, June 28. The visit will include afternoon demonstrations inspired by Oribe’s current work in the fashion and beauty editorial worlds exclusively with Samuel Cole and Salon Moxie stylists, followed by a reception for the salons' staff and clients.

Oribe has been lauded as one of the world’s top hairstylists of all time. For more than 30 years, he has collaborated with fashion editors from Vogue, Elle and W; worked with makeup industry icons François Nars and Pat McGrath; and created runway looks for fashion designers including Gianni Versace and Karl Lagerfeld.  All told, Oribe has contributed to just about every major magazine and worked on just about every major fashion show.  In July, Jack and Joelle Ray, co-owners of the Samuel Cole Salon and Salon Moxie, will be part of Oribe’s exclusive team styling runway models for Giorgio Armani’s couture Armani Privé show in Paris, France.

“I’m really looking forward to visiting Samuel Cole and Salon Moxie,” said Oribe. “Every salon inspires me and Jack and Joelle have built amazing salons. Their love of glamour, style and fun is a perfect fit for us. This will be an especially exciting event for me because I grew up in North Carolina and any chance to be back is a special treat for me,” he said.

Samuel Cole Salon was one of the first salons in the United States to carry the Oribe Hair Care line, a luxe collection of shampoos, conditioners and styling products. “We are so excited to have Oribe in our salon – he is an icon in our industry and we have admired his work for years,” said Jack Ray.

“Our stylists are excited to have the opportunity to learn from a master in hairdressing like Oribe,” stated Joelle Ray.

Media interested in speaking with Oribe are encouraged to call Andrea Moody or Persis Swift at 919-334-3778 to arrange a time on June 28. Phone interviews are also available prior to his trip to Raleigh.

About Oribe Hair Care and Oribe

Oribe Hair Care crafts exclusive, artisanal blends of the finest hair formulations for the glamorous and hair-obsessed. Built upon a rich heritage of hairstyling, fashion and artistry, this truly luxe collection was created for taste driven individuals who know that personal style, perfectly expressed and paired with excellence is the ultimate luxury. 

The Raleigh Make Over America winners include:

• Jennifer Vion of Apex, NC
• Jeannie Shotwell of Hillsborough, NC
• Emily Tackett of Greenville, NC
• Melissa Cotton of Holly Springs, NC
• Teresa Pitt of Fuquay-Varina, NC
• Sarah Ruiz of Cary, NC
• Johnna Stephenson of Raleigh, NC
• Teresa Baines of Stem, NC
• Ruth Cody of Garner, NC
• Michelle Lekander of Clayton, NC
• Tammy Martin of Raleigh, NC
• Nicole Greene of Garner, NC
  

Traveling to 8 cities over the spring season, Macy’s and Clinton Kelly are making over 12 women in each city culminating in a runway show to unveil the makeovers at each local Macy’s store. In addition to the clothing makeover, winners will receive a comprehensive consultation and design hairstyle courtesy of Raleigh’s award-winning Samuel Cole Salon. Makeup consultations and gifts will be provided by Estee Lauder.

“I’m thrilled to bring the Macy’s national Make Over America tour to beautiful Raleigh,” says Kelly. “This city has so much to offer – history, culture, fashion and entertainment, but the generosity and hospitality of the people here is what truly makes it a very special place to visit, and I am so excited to meet with these 12 ladies.”

Women entered the contest at www.macys.com/makeoveramerica, where they uploaded a photo or video and answered questions on why they should be selected for a Clinton Kelly makeover. The MAKE OVER AMERICA tour has visited the following cities: Las Vegas, Washington, D.C., Albany, St. Louis, Seattle, Cincinnati and Houston, with its finale in Raleigh. Additionally, one lucky winner from anywhere in the U.S. will be selected for the ultimate Clinton Kelly makeover and shopping spree at Macy’s Herald Square in New York City.


A former editor at Mademoiselle and Marie Claire magazines, Kelly made his debut on TLC’s What Not to Wear in 2003. It was Kelly’s talent for offering unflinchingly honest style appraisals with humor and compassion that brought him to the attention of Macy’s. For the past four years, Kelly has traveled the country offering his unique blend of fashion expertise, style secrets and self-confidence counseling at events in Macy’s department stores across the U.S.

More than just a fashion expert, Kelly is a committed advocate of style as a means of empowerment, reminding women that “knowing you look great builds confidence, and confidence is a key ingredient in reaching your goals.”

About Macy's

Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Macy's stores and macys.com offer distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks^® and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade^®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of our customers.

For Macy’s media materials, images and contacts, please visit our online pressroom at www.macys.com/pressroom.

                   
(L-R)Salon Moxie stylists Dana Rasch, Jennifer Pozarycki, Lauren Rogers & Jenna Emory

January 25-26, 2010 (RALEIGH, NC) – Stylists from Salon Moxie’s talented team recently attended Bumble & bumble University located in New York City’s historic meat packing district.  Dana Rasch, Jennifer Pozarycki, Lauren Rogers, and Jenna Emory enhanced their skill set by studying with master hairdressers at Bumble in a rigorous two day course entitled Design Workshop.  These stylists engaged in comprehensive theory and hands-on training covering both razor and scissor techniques as well as consultation skills and product knowledge.  They discovered new ways to hone their skills and expand their repertoire.

“Being at BbU was a phenomenal experience! I gained a wealth of knowledge from the amazing instructors there.  I am really looking forward to bringing back this inspiration to my clients,” said Pozarycki.

Samuel Cole Salon is one of Raleigh’s top salons and is owned by the husband and wife team and veteran stylists, Jack and Joelle Ray.  Continuing advanced education and inspiration are the Ray’s “Professional Edge” in this industry.  “We only hire stylists who are passionate about the craft of hairdressing and whose continuing education goals align with ours,” explains Joelle.

Located on Falls of the Neuse Road in the North Ridge Shopping Center, Salon Moxie features an intimate salon setting with a studio feel and carries Bumble & bumble and Aveda products.  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 Nickelodeon’s Parents Choice Award for “Best Teen Haircut”.  The award-winning Samuel Cole Salon, Salon Moxie’s sister 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).

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

              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 .