MEET THE TEAM
OWNER / STYLIST
she/her
I am from the North. I grew up in Connecticut but lived all over the Northeast as an adult. These days, I am a wife, mother of two, dog momma, equestrian, and bone collector. I love taxidermy, teeth, and teaching. I hold a Masters in English Education and taught middle school English and coached girls soccer for many years before finding my way into the hair industry. I was with Paul Mitchell as a stylist and an instructor for 13 years before making my way to Florence and opening my own space.
Cult is a very personal reflection of me. It is littered with my family’s history and pieces of my interests. I put all of myself into every aspect of its creation.
Laura Ash
STYLIST / NAIL EXPERT
they/any
I’m Annie Hendricks, @thechair_culthair on Insta. I attended Aveda Institute in Birmingham, and I’ve been in the beauty industry for almost 10 years, floating between hair care and color, makeup and skincare, and nail maintenance. I grew up here in Florence and headed off to Texas for a few years before returning to our lovely little city. I’m a cat lover and an open book. My favorite thing about what I do is the the ability to help create the confidence my clients walk out of the chair with. I think I’m pretty cool, and my goal is to have you leave feeling that way about yourself!
Annie Hendricks
STYLIST
she/her
My name is Candace Thomas / Candy / Candy Cane. I’m a new stylist who attended Paul Mitchell the School in Nashville, TN, before completing my training in Huntsville, AL. I feel so grateful to be able to do what I love, especially in my hometown. It truly is a dream come true.