Dear Braeden
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hair + selfcare
• tailored haircut
• beard maintenance
• straight razor shave
+ more Tabitha’s love and dedication for hair runs deep.
She grew up in salons and is a 4th generation hairdresser. She started out crawling around family owned salons saying hello to clients, graduated to sweeping/getting guests beverages and then to cutting and coloring family/friends hair herself as early as 13 years old! Fast forward 20 years later to today. Tabitha is now a dual licensed Barber and Cosmetologist and brings years of experience and passion to her craft wherever she may go. She continues to learn and grow with new techniques to give her clients an awesome, customized experience. Some of her favorite types of cuts to perform are fades and transformation haircuts. “Whether someone is going from long-to-short or short-to-long, I love being apart of the journey with each client.”
Tabitha has really honed in on her shear work; creating really nice short fades with scissors (instead of clipper work) and practicing longer, more lived-in hairstyles. At the end of the day, she really loves to work with laid back clients who are willing to hear some ideas and collaborate on a great style handcrafted just for them. Tabitha also loves giving kids cuts. The comfort of the young client in her chair is extremely important to her. She incorporates her education and training along with her experience as a mother to ensure each child that sits in her chair is not only safe and comfortable, but also enjoys their experience and continues to look forward to visiting Tabitha in the salon again! In addition to cutting, Tabitha is extremely passionate about giving straight razor shaves. The experience of prepping the lather, the facial massage and watching her client lay back and relax is truly fulfilling for her. Whether a client wants a clean shave or a beard trim with some razor work, they can rest assure they are in safe hands with Tabitha. Tabitha also performs full color services and specializes in grey blending. Whether a client is looking for full coverage permanent color or wants to camouflage those pesky grey hairs with natural color, Tabitha's got you covered. (literally ha!)
Bringing over 9 years of experience as a barbering specialist, precision cutting, and impeccable attention to detail; she will surely deliver the quality haircut clients are seeking!
04/21/2026
Money moves 2.0 ✨
Similar inspo, different model.
08/23/2025
beards are my fav
08/22/2025
04/11/2025
exploring the world around her (and every level of hair on the color wheel) 🖤
03/14/2025
The very last transitional before & after we experienced together. ✨
This boy’s hair is the entire reason I found myself chasing the barbering industry. I had such a fun (insert sarcasm here) time cutting 2 year old Braeden’s hair and was determined to succeed. Not only succeed at cutting it — but cutting it beautifully and most importantly, *fast* enough to satisfy the toddler. Braeden and his perfect blonde locks ignited this passion that runs so deeply within me. Fast forward to today, as much as I love men’s cuts and shaves, my heart melts doing all the kiddos hair. 🥹
Truth be told, some days I fear that fire is burning out, but I know it’s still there. I just miss the inspiration he gave me. Here’s to picking my shears back up and reminding myself why I started and holding on to all the memories. 🤍
03/13/2025
one of my favorite OG clients in one of my favorite places 🖤
12/08/2024
Money moves ✨
09/29/2023
✨ Dear Braeden ✨
Rebranded after the sudden, unexpected death of my first born baby, my son, Braeden Leathers.
Braeden lived a short but beautiful life, always eager to help others. He made it his life's mission to bring happiness everywhere he went. His favorite morning chant was, “You choose the day you'll have! Make it a good one.”
My baby boy was my very favorite muse in the barbering industry. He allowed me to do whatever I wanted with his hair.... Whew, did he have a good head of beautiful, thick blonde locks!
Braeden was also very passionate about spreading mental health awareness and helping those who struggled by providing a safe space for his family and friends to vent, receive positive feedback and feel loved.
Dear Braeden is all about offering that same safe space, allowing you a space take a little time out of the day for yourself...
Hair + Self Care. A place to go to feel good 𝘢𝘯𝘥 look good.
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