Laura Boller

Tell us about yourself!

Hi! I'm Laura. I graduated from the Aveda Institute in 2009. Over the years, I have honed my skills and techniques in order to offer exceptional services to all of my guests. I have taken classes from some of Aveda's top educators, and have had the amazing opportunity to be a lead hairstylist for Minnesota Fashion Week, and the first ever Asian New York Fashion Week. I started my business Laurabbeauty LLC 4 years ago to be to showcase more diversity in the MN wedding industry, and to be an option for multicultural couples. I continue to make education a top priority along with staying up to date with hair, makeup, styling, and bridal hair and makeup trends. Outside of the salon, I am a foodie, a coffee enthusiast, a plant mom, and an artist.

What’s your experience?: I have more than 15 years of experience.

What’s your specialty?: Cutting, Styling, Special Occassion Hair & Makeup, Wedding Hair & Makeup, Makeup.

Why do you love what you do?: I absolutely love being an independent stylist and a small business owner! I have the amazing opportunity to work so many extremely talented individuals in this industry, and have had the incredible opportunity to be a part of more than 100 weddings in the past few years as a hairstylist and makeup artist. I love love!

How do you express yourself? : I express myself through art and writing. I'm a creative through and through.

How do you get out of a creative rut?: I graduated from The Minneapolis College of Art and Design with a BFA in Illustration and a minor in Creative Writing. I enjoy creating art in my free time and writing poetry.

Where do you go in the Twin Cities to be inspired?: MCAD, the Walker, and the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Outside of Minnesota I love to travel to San Diego, Seoul, or Hawai'i to be inspired. I love being immersed in different cultures, snorkeling in the ocean, visiting botanical gardens, and exploring art museums.

Most noteworthy era?: For fashion- the 20's or the 70's.

What do you do for self-care?: I go to the gym, read a book, take a walk outside, or book a facial or massage.

Piece of advice for those struggling with self-confidence?: You're not alone! Part of my job is make you feel seen, heard, and to leave feeling like the best and most radiant version of yourself!

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