Our Team
Joey Weaver
Joey is a master stylist and colorist known for creating effortlessly polished, modern hair through precision razor cutting and dimensional color. With decades of experience, she brings a calm, confident presence that helps every guest feel seen, heard, and at ease.
Her training in the Framisi Italian Cutting Method and experience as a former LANZA educator allow her to blend advanced technique with a personalized approach—delivering results that grow out beautifully and feel easy to maintain. She’s especially sought after for her signature blowouts, soft curls, and refined, wearable shapes.
Joey is passionate about helping women feel confident in their own skin, creating hair that feels natural, empowering, and completely their own.
Erica Lambertson
With over 10 years of experience behind the chair, Erica has built a career on helping clients feel confident, stylish, and authentically themselves. Originally receiving her training as a hairstylist in New Orleans, Erica has recently brought her passion for creative, personalized hairstyling to Weaverville.
Specializing in precision cutting techniques as well as extensive color knowledge in blonding techniques and grey blending, Erica takes pride in tailoring each look to fit a client’s lifestyle while keeping an eye on the latest trends. Erica believes that a great salon experience is about more than just hair—it’s about connection, confidence, and leaving feeling refreshed. When not in the salon, you’ll find Erica exploring Asheville’s vibrant local art scene, hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains with her dogs, or seeking out new inspiration for fresh, modern styles.
Jenni is a master stylist with an impressive 40 years of experience in the industry. She places a high value on listening to her guests, understanding their needs, and respecting the health of their hair.
Jenni specializes in shag haircuts, highlights, color, and creating volume in fine hair. Her expertise and attention to detail have earned her a loyal following of clients who trust her to create stunning hair transformations.
When she's not behind the chair, Jenni can be found indulging in her hobbies of painting with watercolors and hiking. With a commitment to both beauty and creativity, Jenni is dedicated to providing exceptional service and creating a welcoming atmosphere for her guests.
Jenni Cooper
Alexandra Lawrence
Alexandra is a passionate and skilled stylist with four years of experience in the industry. She specializes in highlights, bold fashion colors, and smoothing keratin treatments, bringing creativity and precision to every service. Dedicated to making her clients feel their best, Alexandra takes the time to understand their vision and craft a look that enhances their unique style.
Whether you're craving a vibrant transformation or a sleek, polished finish, Alexandra is ready to bring your hair dreams to life!
Now booking for highlights, fashion colors, and keratin treatments!
Amanda Bosworth
With a warm, attentive approach and a true eye for detail, Amanda creates personalized color and cuts that enhance your natural beauty and fit your lifestyle.
She specializes in highlights and dimensional blonding — crafting soft, seamless color that grows out beautifully and keeps your hair looking bright, balanced, and effortless. Guests love her thoughtful consultations and her ability to create results that feel fresh, modern, and uniquely you.
Now welcoming guests for color, cuts, highlights, and blonding!
Monica Austin
With 12 years of experience, including an extensive background with Aveda, Monica brings a deep passion for hair artistry and a commitment to helping guests look and feel their best.
She thrives on creativity, especially when it comes to bold color transformations, and loves making every visit a fun, personalized experience.
Monica believes that trust is the key to a great stylist-client relationship, and she takes the time to truly listen, ensuring each guest leaves feeling confident and beautiful.
Now booking for color, cuts, and styling!
Carolyn Lackey
Carolyn is known for her warm and attentive approach, always taking the time to truly listen to her clients' needs and desires. Specializing in blonding, dimensional color, and balayage techniques, she blends artistry with precision to create stunning, customized looks.
When she’s not behind the chair, she loves to spend time with her family at home.
Julianna Lobel
Julianna serves as our Salon Coordinator here at Aabani Salon, where she helps keep everything running smoothly and creates a welcoming experience for every guest who walks through our doors. Recently graduating from Western Carolina University with a degree in marketing, she brings both creativity and organization to the salon each day. From managing the front desk to assisting with day-to-day operations, Julianna plays an important role in making sure our team and guests are always taken care of.
Outside of Aabani, she enjoys spending time with her cats, doing nails, and expressing her creativity through all things beauty and self-care.
Brandi Bailey
With over 25 years in the beauty industry, my vision has always been to create a true sanctuary where meaningful connections are valued as much as beautiful hair.
I wanted to cultivate an environment where people feel genuinely seen, cared for, and completely at ease. Aabani has grown into a space that nurtures both our guests and our team—a place filled with support, inspiration, and a strong sense of belonging.
Whether you’re visiting for a service or working beside us, my hope is that Aabani always feels like home.