Blō Hair Lounge
Team
Brittney Michele
Brittney Michele is the Founder + Owner of Blō Hair Lounge and a Master Stylist with over 15 years of experience. Her journey began as a salon receptionist in high school before graduating from The Salon Professional Academy and completing an apprenticeship that laid the foundation for her artistry and the creation of Blō Hair Lounge. Brittney specializes in blonding, microlights, corrective color, lived-in color, Moroccan Scalp Reset Rituals, Brazilian Blowouts, and Great Lengths Cold Fusion Extensions. Dedicated to healthy, customized hair, she continues to refine her craft through advanced education while delivering an efficient, personalized guest experience. Outside the salon, Brittney is a proud mom of three who enjoys cheering on her children at sporting events and embracing family adventures. With family roots in Ocala’s thoroughbred horse industry, she has a deep appreciation for community, hard work, and lasting relationships. As the founder of a woman-owned business, Brittney is passionate about supporting other women-owned businesses and believes collaboration is one of the greatest strengths in building a thriving community. Whether she’s behind the chair or with her family, Brittney values authenticity, hard work, and making meaningful connections.
Brianna Omalley
As an Original Blō Artist and member of Blō Hair Lounge’s original startup team, Bri has been part of the Blō journey since the very beginning. A Master Stylist behind the chair since 2021, Bri specializes in Blonding, Lived-In Color, Balayage, and Microlights, creating soft, dimensional color that grows out beautifully while enhancing each guest’s natural beauty. She also has a keen eye for curly hair, with an understanding of how to work with and enhance each guest’s natural texture. Her services also include Moroccan Scalp Reset Rituals and Brazilian Blowouts. Committed to continued education, Bri has completed advanced haircutting classes, allowing her to deliver well-rounded, customized results with confidence and precision. Outside the salon, Bri is a proud wife and mama, the two roles she cherishes most. She enjoys spending time with animals, sipping coffee, getting lost in a good book, and hunting for the perfect thrift or shopping find. Bri loves helping women feel beautiful, confident, and cared for, and she looks forward to welcoming every guest into her chair and creating a look they’ll love.
Hannah Gilbert
As an Original Blō Artist and member of Blō Hair Lounge’s original startup team, Hannah has been part of the Blō journey since the very beginning. A licensed cosmetologist since 2022, Hannah has dedicated her career to expanding her knowledge through advanced education, certifications, and hands-on training. She specializes in JZ Hair Extensions, lived-in color, customized brunettes, Moroccan Scalp Reset Rituals, and Brazilian Blowout services. Hannah has also completed advanced cutting technique training and continues to invest in both online and in-person education to stay current with the latest trends and techniques. She is passionate about creating healthy, beautiful hair while providing every guest with a personalized, relaxing experience behind the chair. Outside of the salon, Hannah enjoys spending time with her two puppies, Gizmo and Harley, taking on health and wellness challenges, reading, and expressing her creativity through arts and crafts. She also loves spending time out on the water with her closest friends and family. Coming from a family of local small business owners, Hannah has a deep appreciation for hard work, community, and supporting other local businesses. Whether she’s behind the chair or enjoying time with loved ones, Hannah strives to make every guest feel welcomed, confident, and genuinely cared for.
Marigrace Brumley
Marigrace has been a licensed hair artist for nearly seven years and specializes in creating customized, luxury color services designed to enhance each guest’s individual style. Whether you’re looking for effortless dimension, rich lived-in color, or a bold transformation, she combines technical expertise with a personalized approach to help you achieve healthy, beautiful hair you’ll love. As a certified extension artist and Brazilian Blowout specialist, her goal is to provide an elevated experience from the moment you sit in her chair. Outside the salon, Marigrace enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and her two fur babies—Delilah, her blue nose pittie, and Dan, her chunky orange kitty. She loves all things creative, has a slight obsession with collecting perfumes, and you’ll almost always find Billie Eilish on her playlist. She looks forward to welcoming both new and returning guests and helping each person feel confident, beautiful, and completely taken care of.
Aviana Marie
Aviana Marie began her career in Gainesville, Florida, where she completed a year-long salon apprenticeship after graduating cosmetology school. She specializes in blonding and specialty color services and has a love for creating traditional blowouts and polished, finished styles. Aviana is passionate about helping her clients maintain the health and integrity of their hair while educating them on the products, tools, and techniques needed to recreate their favorite looks at home. She is also certified in Brazilian Blowout services and is excited to continue expanding her education and growing her career at Blō Hair Lounge. Born and raised in Gainesville, Aviana moved to Ocala with her fiancé and is excited to call the area home. Outside of the salon, she enjoys reading, baking, horseback riding, and spending time with her family. She also loves spending time with her Goldendoodle, Bentley, and her cat, Bella.
Autumn Blair
As an Original Blō Artist and member of Blō Hair Lounge’s original startup team, Autumn has been part of the Blō journey since the very beginning. A licensed cosmetologist since 2019, Autumn is a Blonding Specialist with a passion for creating customized blondes and dimensional color. From being a salon baby raised by a Blonding Specialist to becoming a Blonding Specialist herself, the beauty industry has always been a part of Autumn’s story. Her expertise also includes Grey Coverage, Brazilian Blowout services, Moroccan Scalp Reset Rituals, and hair extensions, including K-Tip and Tape-In Extensions. She is passionate about continuing her education through advanced online and in-person training, mentorships, and specialized color and extension classes to provide her guests with the latest techniques while keeping their hair healthy and beautiful. Autumn’s goal is to create customized, confidence-boosting hair that fits each guest’s lifestyle. Outside the salon, Autumn is a proud mom to her son and dog mom to her Yorkie. She loves spending time with her family, soaking up the Florida sunshine, grabbing a good coffee, and helping people feel their absolute best. She believes every appointment should feel relaxing, welcoming, and personalized and loves building lasting relationships with her guests. She can’t wait to welcome you into her chair!