The Hair Loft Team

  • Debi Johnson

    OWNER + STYLIST

    Debi feels hair is never static as fashion and style are always evolving and there are still always new ideas and things to learn! Since opening Hair Loft back in 1980 she always wanted a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both clients and the team. When she isn’t in the salon you’re sure to find her decorating or gardening, Chicago weather permitting.

    Available: Wednesday - Saturday (Not available online)

  • Ben Jay

    OWNER + STYLIST

    Ben grew up in the family business his parents started, The Hair Loft, and has continued to grow the company into its current iteration of The Hair Loft and withlove collective. Beyond the businesses, he's passionate about being active, the creative and design process, and storytelling.

    Available: Thursday at Hair Loft // Friday + Saturday at withlove.

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    Instagram: @bnjmnjy

  • Alison Piekarski

    STYLIST

    Alison loves helping educate and pass along simple little tips to her guests. Sometimes it's as simple as how to hold the iron for those perfect curls. Her hope is to pass along enough little tidbits to add a little extra confidence to your day. She’s passionate about creative endeavors and is into photography and pottery.

    Available: Wednesday - Saturday

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  • James Clark

    STYLIST

    James has an extensive resume as not just a stylist in-salon but as an educator for multiple haircare and extensions brands. He’s an expert in dimensional color placement. Also and avid Diet Coke fan.

    Available: Tuesday - Saturday

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    Instagram: @jimmyjamesclark

  • Susie Huang

    STYLIST

    Susie has honed her skills through the Hair Loft’s education program and has become one of the most in-demand stylists in the salon. She enjoys giving people more confidence by giving them their dream hair and hair that suits their lifestyle. She especially loves doing extensions and dimensional color. When not in the salon, she loves trying out new restaurants & cocktail bars, watching reality TV, knitting & crocheting, and playing video games. She is an animal lover and has two pets - a cat named Daenerys and a rescue pitbull named Leo.

    Available: Tuesday - Saturday

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    Instagram: @susie.yellow

  • Jerry Irmiter

    STYLIST

    Through a hair service, Jerry truly enjoys people and getting to know them. In-salon he specializes in Cutting and Color and loves the team environment of the Hair Loft. You can always find a new book recommendation from Jerry as he’s an avid reader.

    Available: Tuesday - Thursday + Saturday

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  • Alex Barnes

    Alex is super passionate about connecting with her clients and making them feel like their best self. With over 10 years in the industry being based in Los Angeles, she has become a well rounded stylist whether it’s working in the salon or on a red carpet. While she’s not in the salon, she loves her cat, concerts, trying new restaurants with her friends and traveling.

    Available: Tuesday - Saturday

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    Instagram: @fairyangelbeauty

  • Maria Deubler

    STYLIST

    Maria is all about making people happy about the way they look while at the same time creating a shape that works best for their needs. As she says, “The best hair cuts do all the work so you dont have to.” She really is a stylist of all trades; color, highlights, perms, cuts, short, long, fine, corse, curly, straight. She does it all


    Available: Wednesday - Saturday

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  • Lan Trinh

    STYLIST

    Lan does hair because she loves the connection between fashion and creativity. She’s always looking to advance her skills and salon experience with more education. At home she’s a gardner, movie lover, and cat mom.

    Available: Wednesday - Saturday

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    Instagram: @lan.thrinh1

  • Judy Lucas

    STYLIST

    Judy loves doing hair because she is passionate about designing and creating for her guest's personality & lifestyle. Plus, seeing their joy as they experience the special new look! “I've been blessed for many years of great service with my clients!” Her hobbies outside of the salon are Spiritual growth thru her Yoga practice, Chakra studies, and Meditation; all encompassing wellness/wholeness; peace, harmony and balance.

    Available: Wednesday - Saturday

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    Instagram: @jldynamic_transformations