Meet Modern Salon & Spa's Featured Team Member - 
Sara Ellen Gilstrap, Stylist at Metropolitan


Get to know Sara
Hometown: Charlotte

Where did you grow up?
Matthews, NC

Specialties:
Cutting & Blondes

What makes you unique in your field?
I will never stop educating myself.

What do you wish for?
World Peace... no, really.

Who do you admire?
My sister, Jaclyn. We need more people in this world like her!

List three words that describe you.
Confident, Real, Happy.

How long have you been in the industry?
5 years

Education:
AVEDA Institute Chapel Hill

When did you become a part of the Modern Salon & Spa family?
June 2008

What inspires you?
The colors of the ocean, the sounds of laughter and the September Issue of VOGUE!

What is your favorite movie?
Dirty Dancing, "Nobody puts Baby in the corner"

What is your favorite vacation spot?
I truly aspire to be a mermaid, so any beach that will have me!

What did your Mother teach you?
Always be polite and have a smile on your face.

What is your snack indulgence? 
Anything with Texas Pete!

What do you like best about Charlotte?
The flowers in the Spring and the trees in the Fall!

What do you want others to know about you?: 
That I am truly passionate about my career and I see everyone as equal!