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ABOUT ME

Wellness. Live Music. Animal Rescue. Positive Vibes. Travel. Power Tools. Hiking. Paddleboards.

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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

2012:   Earned a Bachelors Degree in Business with a concentration in marketing

2013:   Started cosmetology studies at Regency Beauty Institute

2014:   Licensed to practice Cosmetology in Indiana

Apprenticed under Anthony Voltattorni, owner of Anthony's Salon 

Started haircolor apprenticeship at Mario Tricoci's flagship salon in Chicago, IL

2015:

Personal assistant to Nelida Prado D'Alessandro, Master Colorist & Creative Designer

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 2016:   Licensed to practice Cosmetology in Illinois

Color technician at Tricoci Salon & Spa, 900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL

2021: Independent Stylist at Clawdia's Beauty Salon in Valparaiso, IN

First certification in hair extensions, lash lifts & tints, and brow lamination & tinting

ALONG THE WAY: 2021— Present

Going independent in 2021 has allowed me to take part in pursuing continuing education that I feel will help me deliever the best my industry has to offer— the latest technology, techniques, trends, and products— to my community. 

2025: Founder + Owner

► Edge + Aura— a next-gen salon experience in Valparaiso, IN

► Started luxury brand of private label human hair extensions

2026: COMING SOON

Emersive Head Spa Experience & Non-Surgical Hairloss Solutions

MY PHILOSOPHY

 THE GUIDING FORCE BEHIND MY WORK 

 I don’t chase trends — I design with intention.  My work is built around precision, longevity, and understanding the individual in front of me. Trends change quickly. Structure, integrity, and intentional design last.  Every   technique, product, and recommendation I make is chosen because it improves the outcome — not because it’s  popular. 

Authenticity matters deeply to me — both yours and mine.  My goal isn’t to transform you into someone else or push what’s trending. It’s to refine what already works for you and bring forward what feels real.  As for me, I strive to be transparent in my recommendations, clear in my pricing, and honest about what will and won’t serve you. I don’t believe in upselling for ego or profit. I believe in doing right by people. 

 

 I’m committed to raising the bar by creating  a salon experience  that goes beyond services and outcomes—  something different than the status quo.  Elevated without being exclusive. Welcoming without being performative. When starting Edge + Aura, my goal was to create  a space for anyone who has felt like they didn't  “fit” in traditional salon environments — a place where you don’t have to shrink, blend in, or match a mold to belong. A place close to home where you don't have to drive to a major city to receive high-level care rooted in intention.

 This is what raising the bar looks like to me — 

 a next-generation salon experience rooted in integrity, intention, and authenticity. 

 Built different. On purpose. 

©2026  Summer Dagger

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