The Team
YOUR DSM SALON + SPA
@hairby.kalie
I’m Kalie, the proud owner & ring leader of this gorgeous place full of day-makers! It’s wild to say that I have been doing hair for over 20 years now! I am obsessed with all the blondes, and love using extensions to enhance or transform gorgeous heads of hair (& of course I still love my brunette babes too!)
My husband & I have 2 little wild ones at home, Rollins & Dax, who keep us on our toes daily! I love shopping, traveling, and all things beach related.
My favorite food group is candy, and my drink of choice is an ice cold fountain Dr. Pepper
I am so excited for you all to come in and enjoy the ✨Saint Blonde Experience✨
Owner + stylist
Kalie Schoessler
@korilately
I'm Kori, a licensed Esthetician and makeup artist here at Saint Blonde. Certified in HydroDermabrasion, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion, I want to support your glow on & off the table!
I have called Valley Junction home for the last 5 years with my husband Allen, and our daughter Rolli!
If i'm not at the salon, I'm probably shopping, in the Starbucks line, or serving up cocktails every Saturday night at the Winchester Pub!
I can't wait to meet you!
Esthetician
Kori Patton
liv_hair_
I'm Olivia Gillett, a passionate licensed cosmetologist! I'm originally from Council Bluffs Iowa, now living in downtown Des Moines. I love blondes, lived-in colors, and I'll always have a special place in my heart for my curly haired friends. In my free time I love to paint, bake and hang with friends. I'm so excited to meet you and make you feel like the beautiful , confident human you are!
stylist
Olivia Gillett
@done_bymaddy
Hi, I'm Maddy!
I was born and raised here in Des Moines but recently moved to Ankeny back in February. I love dimensional brunettes, blonding and lived-in colors. When I'm not in the salon you'll find me out shopping, hanging with family or playing with my dog Kai!
I can't wait to meet you and see you in my chair at Saint Blonde!
stylist
Maddy Weiland
@hairaffair.amanda
I'm Amanda!
I am so happy to be apart of the Saint Blonde team. Behind the chair I love all things blonding, balayage and dimensional color! I also have a passion for the science behind your hair, as well as finding professional hair care solutions to reach your goals.
I was born and raised in Des Moines & have always had a love for all things beauty. In my free time I love hanging with family, traveling, and attending any concert or music festival!
stylist
Amanda Innis
hairbydelaneymae
Hi, I'm Delaney!
I love making people feel and look their best. My favorite services are blonding and dimensional color. I also have a passion for maintaining the health of your hair while achieving your desired look.
Outside of work you can find me spending time with the people I love, going to concerts, listening to a podcast or traveling somewhere new!
stylist
Delaney Kinter
@garrettrahnhair
Since starting hair in 2020, my speciality lies in lived-in color and IBE
( Invisible Bead Extensions ). Seamless color and professional haircare is something I pride myself in. I have been behind the chair 5 years and in that time have attended multiple classes and have spent countless hours on continuing education to ensure I am bringing the absolute best to all my guests. I want to be there for you and your hair.
I was raised in small town Iowa and always dreamed of moving to the city. DSM has been the biggest blessing! In my free time you can find me decorating my home , reading a good book, traveling, trying new local restaurants or working out!
Stylist
Garrett Rahn
@lindseyfrosthair
Hey, I’m Lindsey!
With almost 20 years in this industry, my passion has only amplified. I'm so thankful to be apart of helping build, grow and watch the next generation of stylists add their mark on the industry. My favorite part of being behind the chair is giving my guests hair the best compliments their look and lifestyles, both as a color and extension specialist. Being a part of my client's lives, the highs and lows, big moments and small, make me feel truly lucky for the career I have built.
When I'm not at the salon, I'm in Urbandale surrounded by boys! My husband and I have two sons, Vaughn and August, and 2 golden ( retrievers ) children, Winston and Wallace. We love to travel! If I'm not on vacation or shuffling between sports, I'm most likely remodeling part of my house. I truly can't wait for you to experience Saint Blonde!
Stylist
Lindsey Frost
@a.marieking
Hi ! I’m Annie King.
Born & raised in the Des Moines area, I’ve been doing hair for 16 years. I really enjoy my days in the salon, focusing on making each guest feel good about themselves. My husband Brian & I have 3 children! I love being at home with my family, working out & when we can, traveling to the beach! You will see me around the salon either creating textured razor cuts, gorgeous color, or texting the group for lunch & coffee orders!
stylist
Annie King
@meredithmarekhair
Hi, I’m Meredith!
I’ve been in the hair industry for 5 years now & I have loved every minute of it! I specialize in blonding & extension services, but love a good brunette moment too. My husband, our two dogs (Willow & Whiskey), and I live in a cute little house in Beaverdale and we are excited to welcome the newest addition to our family, baby Marek in October! When I’m not in the salon you can find me stopping at local coffee shops, traveling, brunching, or curling up with a good book!
stylist
Meredith Marek
livnoftsgerhair
Hey, I'm Liv!
I was born and raised in Des Moines, IA! I attended the Aveda Institute here in Des Moines and then headed to Iowa City! After spending those 2 years in Iowa City, I decided it was time to move back home to DSM.
With an attention to detail, I specialize in custom blonding services. Whether you want light & bright, or subtle and rooted, I am here for you!
stylist
Liv Noftsger
@ktbwatkins
Hi, I'm Katie Watkins
I've been behind the chair for 14 years! I love that my clients have become like family to me, and I enjoy the time I get to spend with them in my chair! My specialties include blondes and IBE Extensions.
If I'm not behind the chair, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Hunter, and our daughter Charlie. We love spending time with our friends and family, riding our bikes, camping and traveling to new places! ( and will always say yes to the salon coffee order )
stylist
Katie Watkins
@marysmith.hair
It's me, Mary!
I've got over 15 years of hair experience under my belt and have loved every minute of it. There is nothing better than hearing a guest tell me they love their hair! Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, reading, and any & all forms of exercise.
In between my coffee runs and stocking up the salon with all the snacks, I love being creative with short hair cuts and I’m so excited to be starting my extension certification this spring!
stylist
Mary Smith
@elevatedhairbyelle
Hi, I'm Elle!
I'm an independent stylist here at Saint Blonde. I specialize in effortless, lived-in hair color and luxury extensions. My passion lies in enhancing your natural hair with custom, low-maintenance color and seamless extension blends that feel elevated and timeless. Since beginning my career in 2022, I pride myself on calm energy, attention to detail, and commitment to making every guest feel confident and cared for.
Outside the salon, I'm a wifey and mom. I also am the creator behind The Elevated Blog where I share everyday outfit inspo, capsule wardrobe tips, and glimpses into my life as a stylist and mom. I love to incorporate curated, intentional style into every aspect of my work - both behind the chair and online.
stylist
Elle Bussanmas
@michaeladoescolor
Hi, I’m Michaela Balaski.
I have been in the industry for 10+ years, but fell in love with this industry while working in salons in high school and college. I am a Des Moines native with a whole lot of love for Iowa.
I am inspired by those around me and continue to educate myself in services, products, techniques, and business. I love being able to give my guest the best salon experience as possible. I want to give my clients beautiful dimensional color while maintaining an effortless look. I also specialize in luxury hand-tied extensions.
I keep myself educated on hand-tied extensions and I pride myself in keeping your hair and scalp healthy to give you your dream hair with extensions. My main focus behind the chair is luxury extensions and dimensional highlighting.
My goals are to help clients feel & look youthful by camouflaging gray, and creating blended, multi faceted hair color with a variety of foiling & balayage techniques.
stylist
Michaela Balaski
@caitlinxhair
Hi, I'm Caitlin!
I am a passionate hairstylist who loves blonding, lived-in color and bringing out the best in every client. One of my favorite parts of this career is bonding with the amazing people who sit in my chair,
I was born and raised in small town Iowa and always knew I wanted to live in the city. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends, exploring DSM, shopping and working out.
I can't wait to see you in my chair!
stylist
Caitlin Kohles
@hairxabbygrace
Hey, I'm Abby!
I'm passionate about all things hair - especially blondes, women's cuts and anything involving color! Helping clients feel confident and beautfiul is what drives me every day!
When I'm not behind the chair, you can find me shopping, trying new foods and spending quality time with my favorite people. I can't wait to meet you!
stylist
Abby Sanchez
