About
Just like the city of Asheville, we keep the vibes high and creative at this upscale, beautifully decorated salon. We welcome you to come in and relax with a glass of wine while enjoying the natural light and mountain views right off of Merrimon Ave. For your convenience, there is easy access to free parking just outside. Our salon uses Schwarzkopf's line of permanent, semi-permanent, and organic colors.
Salon AVL is dedicated to continuing education and learning the latest techniques in the industry to deliver quality, fashionable styles for our gorgeous clientele. At Salon AVL, one of our talents lie in finding the perfect cut and color that suits not only your individual taste, but also your lifestyle and face shape. From the conservative to the downright funky- if you can dream it, we can create it.
Introducing the visionary behind Salon AVL, Asheville's go-to destination for all things beauty. Pamela Mease, an Asheville native, has been the heart and soul of this establishment since its doors first swung open in 2018. With a passion for both her craft and her community, Pamela has quickly become a cherished staple in the thriving Asheville scene.
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Pamela brings a wealth of experience to her role as a salon owner, boasting an impressive 20-year career in the beauty industry. Her journey has taken her through the hallowed halls of prestigious salons and into the tutelage of renowned instructors from Aveda, Paul Mitchell, Joico, Matrix, Guy Tang, and Wella. Specializing in custom colors and cuts, Pamela's artistry shines through in her mastery of balayage, ombre, fantasy colors, Keratin treatments, and Dream Catchers Extensions. Her dedication to perfecting her craft ensures that every visit to Salon AVL is a transformative experience, leaving clients not just satisfied but also thrilled with the results. Pamela's commitment to making Asheville even more beautiful is palpable, making her a true gem in the heart of the city.
Fallon Young is a talented stylist at Salon AVL known for her passion for creating natural, effortless beauty. Born and raised in Asheville, she was inspired by her family’s deep roots in the beauty industry and drawn to the artistry of hairstyling from a young age.
She has honed her skills across a range of services, with a specialty in lived-in color. Fallon has a keen eye for blending tones to create soft, seamless transformations that enhance her clients’ natural features while offering a low-maintenance, timeless look.
In addition to hair color, she also enjoys providing waxing and other beauty services, helping clients feel polished from head to toe. Fallon’s warm personality and commitment to care make each salon visit a relaxing, uplifting experience.
Her dedication to her craft and love for her community make Fallon an essential part of the Salon AVL family. Whether you’re after a fresh color, expert waxing, or a complete transformation, Fallon is here to help you look and feel your best.
Meet Taylor Deskins, Asheville native and the heart of Salon AVL as the Salon Coordinator. With her warm, welcoming presence, Taylor ensures every client feels valued from the moment they arrive to the time they leave. She manages appointments and scheduling, keeping the salon running smoothly for both clients and staff.
Taylor also maintains the salon’s clean, organized atmosphere and leads its social media and marketing efforts—creatively highlighting services, promotions, and the stylists' work.
Her commitment to excellence and strong ties to the Asheville community make Taylor an essential part of the Salon AVL team. Whether she’s greeting guests or curating content, she brings care and professionalism to everything she does.
Angela Capasso is a New York native who brought her passion for hair to Asheville in late 2024. With four years of experience behind the chair, she specializes in customized color, precision cuts, and flawless blowouts. Whether you're after a bold transformation, a soft refresh, or voluminous Sabrina Carpenter-style waves, Angela is dedicated to helping clients look and feel their best.Inspired by her hairstylist aunt, Angela discovered her love for the beauty industry early on. After initially exploring another career path, she found her true calling in the salon—blending artistry with confidence-building transformations. She’s refined her skills in dimensional color, lived-in blondes, rich brunettes, and vibrant reds, always tailoring her work to fit each client’s style and lifestyle.Angela is also skilled in both precision and textured cuts, creating shapes that flatter each client’s face, hair type, and vibe. Her signature blowouts—whether sleek, bouncy, or softly curled—are the perfect finishing touch.Now part of the Salon AVL family, Angela brings her creativity and warmth to every appointment, creating a fun, welcoming experience from start to finish.
