meet our team of creative artists
Indigo is a place where our artists can grow creatively and express themselves through the artistry of hair color, hair cutting, and extensions.
Kelsey Lenox
Salon Owner,
Master Salon Colorist
Hair Extensions
Kelsey is not only one of our master stylists. She is also our leader, mentor and new hire associate leader . Her dream was to own her own salon, a place where artists can grow creatively and of course financially as well. The team weve grown so far is doing that and it feeds her soul so very much . Always hungry for teaching stylists new things and learning from them as well.
She spends a great deal of time behind the chair specializing in highlighting and dry reactive haircutting. She loves blonding and cutting movement and texture into the hairstyle.
“a haircut is just a haircut unless it’s taught to style"
She sends everyone out the door with the tools and knowledge of how to style the hair so it looks “ just left the salon “ ready!
I’m always accepting new guests in my chair and will always have an associate learning by my side! I invite you to come in and join our culture and enjoy the environment.
Laura Jo Fretwell
Master Salon Colorist
Hair Extensions
Laura has 12+ years behind the chair with annual extensive master stylist education. She’s certified in 4 different hair extension methods combined with master education on balayage, highlighting and custom formulations to marry those extension colors . On the opposite spectrum of adding length to desired looks, she has a passion for cutting short styles including pixie cuts and textured bobs.
“I absolutely love my career choice and enjoy the variety in my chair daily. Our industry is constantly evolving and I love learning , practicing and executing every new technique I’m given. I’m never bored and I enjoy meeting the people that choose to check us out. Indigo has an amazing team with an amazing culture. I am proud to be apart of it.“
Rachel Guilford
Barber
Salon Colorist
Curly Hair Specialist
Hair Extensions
Her goal is make those color dreams come true by creating depth and interest within a solid, wearable structure that is customized to you.
Got curls? She’s got tips and tricks to help tame and embrace your texture!
She excels with doing fades and hot shaves! Need help with your beard? Want to try more length? She’s got you there too.
A graduate of Paul Mitchell the School, Springfield, with 12 years behind the chair and makeup artistry experience. Level 4 stylist and licensed barber. Rachel loves providing her guests with a relaxing experience and environment. Let her pamper you so you can go home refreshed and looking your best.
Ruth Markway
Salon Colorist
Hi I am Ruth Markway color specialist. I dream in Color!
As a Matrix Artist educator, I am constantly learning the new launches and colors that Matrix adds to the world of hair. I have been working in a salon behind the chair for over 35 years and still love It! I love to work with you to find the best style and color for your hair texture and lifestyle. I would love to meet you and solve all your hair challenges.
My motto: Blossoming through learning and discovering inspiration. Having fun, living passionately and finding beauty everywhere.
I can’t wait to meet you !
Bailey James
Salon Colorist
Lash Technician
Body Waxing
My name is Bailey James. I was born and raised in small town VIenna, Missouri. I have one dog and love spending my time outside of the salon outdoors or with my friends and family. I have been in the beauty industry for almost 4 years and am a dually licensed CIDESCO esthetician and a cosmetologist. I can provide a wide variety of services here at Indigo including all hair services, body waxing, many different facials, nail care, eyelash extensions and lifts, micro-needling and microblading. However, I am always learning and searching for new services to bring to Indigo. There are many things I love about my job, but my favorite thing about this career is making people feel happy and confident. It makes my day if I can help someone feel great about themselves. I can’t wait to see you at Indigo and make you feel and look your best!