The 5 Best Hair Stylists Around Truckee/North Lake Tahoe Region

They say a great stylist is a therapist with scissors — someone who listens, understands and transforms. The Best of North Lake Tahoe and Truckee recognizes stylists who blend technique, trust and local flair. These pros don’t just cut hair — they shape confidence that lasts well beyond the chair.

Katy McClure – KT Colors Salon

Katy McClure, owner of KT Colors Salon, has spent more than 22 years mastering hair artistry. Born and raised in Truckee, she refined her skills with an apprenticeship in Santa Cruz before returning to launch a private, full-service studio. Katy excels in advanced color techniques—balayage, highlights and tape-in extensions — and knows how to solve tricky color dilemmas others shy away from. A multi-year Best of Tahoe winner, she values in-depth consultations and tailors each cut and color to clients’ lifestyles and preferences.

Tiana O’Neal – Salon Bella Vita

Tiana O’Neal combines hometown roots with high-level technique at Salon Bella Vita. A Tahoe City native, she’s a Paul Mitchell Reno Academy honors grad and certified in Bumble and bumble cutting as well as Goldwell color. As salon owner, she oversees full-service styling, keratin smoothing, Brazilian blowouts and wedding-ready looks. Tiana’s passion for helping clients “look and feel beautiful” shows in her focus on exceptional guest experience and ongoing education to deliver fresh, polished style.

Shannon Smith – Zoe Jane Salon

Shannon “Zoey” Smith brings international color techniques and a warm, down-to-earth presence to Zoe Jane Salon. Since the studio opened in 2014, her skills have helped earn it repeated Best Salon honors. Shannon was named one of North Tahoe/Truckee’s best stylists and focuses on precision cuts, dimensional coloring and current trends. Her work is rooted in creativity and continual learning — drawing clients from around the region to her Tahoe City location.

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