A Better Way at Tara's

A Better Way at Tara's

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Tara Duffy
Color Specialist + Top Stylist
www.Abetterwayhairsalon.com

Photos from A Better Way at Tara's post 05/13/2026

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Happy 18th Birthday to the greatest gift of all, Steffen. From the very beginning, you have been an answered prayer, and I will forever feel blessed to be your mom. Thank you!!

Steffs, you are an extraordinary young man, and I could never have dreamed of anyone more wonderful than you. Watching you grow into the man you are today has been one of the greatest blessings and joys of my life. Your future is limitless, and there is nothing you cannot achieve in this life. I believe in you!

You carry your Poppy’s kindness, talent, love, and humble heart, along with your Grams’ intelligence, humor, and generosity. I know how proud they are of you and they’ve made sure I know it too.

Steffen, you are truly one of a kind, and I couldn’t love you more. 💜💙

HAVE A VERY Happy 18th Birthday!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the women who make everything feel a little softer, safer, and more beautiful. 🤍

To the moms who pour into everyone around them, I hope today you’re poured into, too. Take the extra hug, the slow morning, the quiet moment, the coffee while it’s still warm. You deserve it.

Celebrating every season of motherhood today and all the love that comes with it. ✨

05/01/2026

hello may 🌸

it’s been a little quiet over here… but in the best way. life’s been full, busy, and honestly really good.

sometimes you just need to step back, live a little, and come back when it feels right ✨

but i’m backkk 💁‍♀️
refreshed, inspired, and so ready for all the spring/summer hair! New month, new energy, and i can’t wait to have you back in my chair 🤍

let’s make some magic this may 💫

northernvahair

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays 🎄✨

We’re so grateful for each and every one of you. Watching our little salon grow these few years has been such a blessing, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. Thank you to our amazing clients, friends, and community, past, present, and future.

Wishing you a joyful, cozy holiday season filled with love, laughter, and special moments. We can’t wait to see you in the new year! ❤️✨

11/11/2025

Honoring Our Heroes ❤️🤍💙
Today, we pause to thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and strength inspire us every day. 💙❤️
To all our Veterans, We salute you!

Photos from A Better Way at Tara's post 10/30/2025

✨Soft waves + a fresh dimensional tone = effortless fall hair goals 🍂

Loving how the light picks up those subtle highlights, just the right amount of warmth and movement for the season!

Perfect for anyone who wants low-maintenance color that still looks lived-in and polished 💕

Photos from A Better Way at Tara's post 10/02/2025

✨ Throwback Thursday ✨

This client went from bright blonde to a rich dark copper red and wow… what a transformation 😍 I’m loving how warm and vibrant this color turned out, it’s such a perfect shade for fall 🍂

Would you ever switch it up this much?

09/01/2025

✨ This Labor Day, I’m taking a moment to celebrate not just the work we do behind the chair, but the hard work each of you put in every single day. Whether you’re clocking in at the office, chasing after little ones, or building your own dreams, today is about honoring YOU.

I feel so lucky that my “job” is helping people feel confident, refreshed, and ready to take on the world—because when you look good, you show up even stronger in everything you do.

Here’s to rest, relaxation, and great hair days. Happy Labor Day, friends! ❤️

Photos from A Better Way at Tara's post 08/27/2025

✨🎉 We can’t believe it… today marks FIVE years since we each opened our own salon suites… A Better Way at Tara’s & A Better Way at Ana’s! 💇🏼‍♀️💇🏻‍♀️

What started as a dream has become the most rewarding journey. Having our own spaces has given us the freedom to grow, create, and welcome YOU, our amazing clients, into a place that feels like home. 💕

We’re so grateful for every haircut, every color, every laugh, and every moment you’ve trusted us with your hair (and your stories 🥰). None of this would be possible without your love and support.

Here’s to 5 years down and many more to come, full of good hair days, fresh styles, and the best people around (that’s you 😉). Thank you for being such a special part of our journey! 🥂✂️

With love,
Tara & Ana 💖

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7530 Old Linton Hall Road, Suite 101 B
Gainesville, VA
20155

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Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 8pm