Dreams do come true!
Renae wanted to become a hair stylist in high school but life took her in a different direction. She has been a Accountant for 35 years. When her daughters went to college she took the opportunity to go to Cana Virginia Beauty School. She joined the Hair Classics Associate program in August 2019. Having a background in accounting she was able to help Amy and Donna with bookkeeping. With the Lord guiding them every step of the way in October 2019, Renae purchased Hair Classics.
She is so excited to serve you as a stylist and owner of the salon.
Renae Shaffer - Owner/Stylist
I graduated 1968 from Instate Beauty Academy in Norfolk, VA. Won the Most Talented Award. Went on and was an instructor at the Academy for 2 years. Then worked at Yackey Yak for 7 years. Moved to Galax and opened Hair Classics. My daughter, Amy, joined me and became my partner in 1997. I’m committed to continuing education and learning new and exciting techniques. So I strive to make my guests feel and look as Fabulous as possible.
Donna Higgins - Stylist
Ashleigh Shaffner has been part of the Hair Classics family for over 7 years. As a second generation stylist, she specializes in cutting edge color techniques, color corrections, foil highlighting, fashion and modern cuts, as well as being a trained make-up artist. Ashleigh believes in continual education and strives to expand her knowledge for her guests. She stays updated on all the latest trends in cut and color. She places high value on listening and understanding her guests ever-changing needs. She also loves stepping “out of the box” with her creative flair.
Ashleigh Shaffner - Stylist
Ashley Huff received her license through the cosmetology program at Carroll County High School in 2013. She has completed our Associate program and is now a level 1 stylist, Ashley is also a certified Glo Skin expert and is available to serve you with all your skin and cosmetic enhancements! She loves creating trendy looks using balayage techniques, color melting, and foliage. Currently accepting new guest that are looking for the latest trend.
Ashley Huff - Stylist
Carrie Vass has been a hairstylist since 2013. While receiving my education through Carroll County High School, I was awarded 1st place at District Level Hair Competition and 4th place at State Level Competition. My enthusiasm for hair has led me to Hair Classics, where my passion has grown and excelled. I enjoy my clients by offering a variety of customizable services!
Carrie Vass - Stylist
Callie Rose has been a stylist since 2018. While in the cosmetology program at Carroll County High School, she attended the Virginia Skills USA State competition and participated in the skincare and makeup category. Her passion for beauty pushes her to constantly seek education in order to offer a wide range of services.
Callie Rose -Stylist & Lash Technician
Janie has been part of the Hair Classics family since 2010. With over 30 years of customer service experience, she is a real “people person”. Janie is our “Go-To-Gal”, always greeting guests with a smile and has a knack for remembering names and welcoming everyone that comes into our Salon. Not only is she there to assist in scheduling appointments, but does whatever is needed to make the guest experience Fabulous. She enjoys working with the guests and strives to assist in pampering them so they leave relaxed and satisfied. Janie is originally from Chicago, but don’t let her accent fool you. She has a true love and appreciation for South West Virginia, where she is married and raising her 2 children with her husband of over 15 years. Their family moto is “A family that Prays together, stays together” and “Family comes first.”
Janie Rupe - Front Desk Coordinator
Autumn is a level 1 stylist and a graduate of Cana Virginia Beauty College. She is passionate about hair but also loves doing nails and creating custom looks for each of her guest. Autumn has a strong passion for short, textured hair and loves masting the perfect blonde for her guest! Please call and reserve your appointment today!
Autumn Fuller - Stylist & Nail Technician
Having been born and raised in this industry I feel it comes naturally to me. I graduated from the Virginia Hair Academy, recognized as Most Outstanding Student, in the year 1993. I returned to Galax to work for my mother Donna Higgins, who is an inspiration to me still today. I partnered with her and in 1997 became co-owner of Hair Classics Galax. With her at my side, we built an amazing team we now know as our salon family. My passion is hair and I am blessed to enhance people’s God given beauty daily. I look forward to the future growth of our salon. God truly blesses us.
Amy Shaffer - Stylist
Katies love for the Blue Ridge Mountains brought her and her husband to the area in 2016. Prior to Galax she received the prestigious CIDESCO International Skin Care License in 2001. She has worked in both the Medical and Resort Spa fields over the years. Katie has had extensive training and education in the aesthetic industry, but has never lost sight that every guest and treatment needs to be customized individually. She is now taking reservations for facials.
Katie Myers - Aesthetician
Katies love for the Blue Ridge Mountains brought her and her husband to the area in 2016. Prior to Galax she received the prestigious CIDESCO International Skin Care License in 2001. She has worked in both the Medical and Resort Spa fields over the years. Katie has had extensive training and education in the aesthetic industry, but has never lost sight that every guest and treatment needs to be customized individually. She is now taking reservations for facials.
Katie Myers - Aesthetician
Macey is a graduate of Wilkes Community College manicurist program. Making people feel beautiful is what she enjoys the most. Creating nail art comes natural to her and is one of the many specialties she offers along with acrylic, SNS, structure manicures & pedicures, and gel polish. Macey is eager to serve her guest and will take on any challenge!
Macey Murphy - Nail Technician
Brittney is one of our newest member to the Hair Classics team. She has just completed cosmetology school at Salon LaBelle in Wytheville, VA. Being a cosmetologist has been a dream of hers since she was old enough to pronounce the word correctly.
"I love Jesus and all things artsy. Being able to make people feel the most like themselves is why I've chosen the beauty industry as my passion and career."
Brittany is excited to serve you and will continue to grow as s stylist through our associate program.
Brittney Caudill- Front Desk/Associate Stylist
Warm welcomes to Cora, as she joins our Hair Classics team! You will see her smiling face at our front desk then she will move into the associate program. Cora is graduate from Cana Virginia Beauty College and will be taking state boards soon!
She has always dreamed of becoming a cosmetologist and now she is making that dream come true. In her free time she enjoys being outside for a adventure. She also loves to travel to tropical areas! She is very excited to meet all of our wonderful guest!