Here, at Hair to be Different of Cape Coral, we take pride in our family like team. We look forward to each day we get to spend doing what we love. Our team of skilled stylist make it their goal to provide a relaxing, comfortable, fun environment for you, while you are with us. You will always have a level of comfort, not intimidation here in the salon. We want you to feel at ease while receiving services and we believe that everyone should feel apart of our family!

Shannon- Owner, Beauty Tech, LEADER & MENTOR

Shannon, is the owner of Hair to be Different of Cape Coral as of September 2019; however, the salon was originally established in 2006. Her daughter Lily is in highschool and often seen around the salon helping out. Shannon has been in the beauty industry for over 30 years. She is a skilled stylist, and a certified advanced master educator. Before purchasing the salon, she recently was teaching at the beauty school in Bonita Springs for 6 years. She has had the pleasure to do hair in New Jersey, Hawaii and Florida. She brings that style and experience to each of her clients. She is a master colorist, being Sassoon, Matrix and Italian color trained. She loves the challenge of color corrections. She brings all this, and her love for the beauty industry into this new venture. She uses her passion for teaching and learning to serve both her stylist and her clients. We are blessed to have her.

Amy- SENIOR Salon Manager & MARKETING DIRECTOR

Amy has been with Hair to be Different of Cape Coral since 2017. She started with us as a part-time job while she homeschooled her kids, but her love for the industry and the skills to keep everything running smoothly have advanced her to the position of managing the salon. She has found a passion for photography in the salon and loves to take photos of our client's beautiful hair. She is also known for making funny TikTok videos of our salon life. Her family consists of 3 children, her dog, 2 kittens, and a snake. She enjoys reading, going to the beach, and having deep conversations about life. While she loves the industry, she is a nerd at heart and loves building spreadsheets and setting goals for the salon to hit. She is a blessing to our team!

Elizabeth- Cosmetologist specializing in esthetics

Elizabeth started with us about 2 years ago as our Education Director for our Associate's Program. She had previously taught cosmetology in schools for 15 years. Shannon met her when they were both teaching hair down in Bonita. We were happy to bring her on to help our new stylists transition from school to the salon. Over the last year, her love for skincare became a topic of discussion and we thought it would be amazing to bring facials and other skin treatments into our salon. December 2023 this dream for both Elizabeth and Shannon became a reality. We are happy to announce this new service for our clients and highly recommend you check out our facial page on the website.

Adrianne- Master Hair stylist & Make-up Artist

Adrianne has been with Hair to be Different for over 15 years. She became a licensed cosmetologist in 2006 and began her career at this salon in 2008. She is a skilled colorist with an amazing ability to create either edgy hair or a soft natural look. Her clients would tell you that she is fun and always has new ideas for your hair. She will work with you to make sure you leave feeling your style is unique and fits your personal style, as well as your lifestyle. She specializes in platinum hair, highlights, and natural-looking Balayage. She is excellent with brow waxing and tinting. Her talent doesn't end there, as she also is great with kids, and men's current styles. Adrianne is one of our wedding stylists. She has an amazing portfolio of bridal up dos and makeup that will make you feel excited for your wedding day. Our salon is enriched to have this talented, seasoned professional on our team!

Jolene- Master Hair stylist & Make-up Artist

Jolene joined our Hair to be Different team in 2016. Originally from California, she brings a West Coast vibe to the salon. Having graduated at the top of her class, she is a master colorist and always stays current with the latest trends in hair. Jolene specializes in lobs/bobs, and Foilayage lived-in looks. She is excellent with curly and thick-haired clients. Jolene is also one of our wedding stylists with a gorgeous portfolio of makeup and updos. To complete your hair services, Jolene offers brow waxing and tinting services. She is certified in Brazilian Blowout and keratin treatments to help manage your frizzy hair from our Florida heat. Lastly, she is a certified Dream Catcher hair extension professional, doing Tape-ins, Wefts, and I-tips. Between her speed and craft in the placement of extensions, she is one of the best in Cape Coral. We are truly lucky to have this rising star on our team!

Liz- SENIOR Hair stylist & braider

Liz has been with us since August of 2021. She has been doing hair for several years now. After hair school, she trained for a year and a half in an upscale salon in Naples. She then gained employment with our salon to work closer to home. Originally from Mexico, she is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish. Liz offers haircutting, coloring, keratin and Brazilian Blowout treatments. She also specializes in braiding. Her goal is to make people feel beautiful, one head at a time. We are very lucky to have her as part of our team.

dasia- senior HAIR Stylist

Dasia began working for our salon in July of 2021 after graduating from hair school in 2020. She was born and raised in Southwest Florida. When she isn't doing hair, Dasia loves to be outdoors, spend time with her friends, and listen to country music. She enjoys making people feel beautiful, both on the inside and outside. Dasia completed our associate's program and graduated to being an amazing stylist. Her time in our program helped her to gain the knowledge that she needed to be a confident stylist on the floor. She offers all cutting and coloring services, perms, keratin treatments, Brazilian Blowouts, brow waxing, and tinting. Her bubbly personality makes everyone smile who is around her and we are lucky to have her.

LANEY- JUNIOR ASSOCIATE STYLIST

Laney joined our salon in June of 2024. She is a recent graduate of the Paul Mitchell Cosmetology School. She has recently graduated from our Associate's Program and has begun taking clients of her own. She enjoys going to church, boating, reading, being with her family, photography, and playing games when she is outside of work. When asked why she wanted to do hair she stated that she loves to work around women, share life stories with them, and make them feel beautiful. She has a deep soul. She also quoted the Bible verse 1 Corinthians 11:15. We love to share our hair family with her. 💞

Carly-junior hairstylist

Carly recently joined our team. She has been doing hair since 2017. She offers full-color servicing and cutting for both men and women- specializing in men's cuts. She likes being creative with fashion colors for those looking to express themselves through unique styles and vibrant colors. Her positive spirit and hustle in the salon are a great addition to us. Carly is currently building her book and taking new clients. We are excited to watch her grow.