Blackbird and Thorne

Fragrance is such an important part of your beauty ritual. 🖤

Lately, I’ve been loving Kenra Cashmere Vanilla Hairspray. It has notes of vanilla and patchouli so it layers well with perfume. It’s also a workable hairspray, so you can run your fingers through your hair and not have to worry about those annoying little flakes.

Personally, I think it pairs with the solid perfumes from The Conjured Rose that I have in stock at Blackbird & Thorne.

The combination is romantic, a little mysterious, and perfect for fall. Curbside pick up is coming soon for the Beauty Cabinet that I’ve curated for the shop. I can’t wait to share it with you all

🖤Melissa ✨

Who says going gray has to be ordinary?

Mary is proof that there’s something beautiful about embracing what makes you unique.🖤

She’s been on her gray-blending journey for about seven months now, and this time we added bolder sectioning to bring a little extra brightness around her face.

She looks ethereal and her long layered haircut keeps her look soft and dimensional.

Thinking about embracing your natural silver? I’d love to help you make the transition in a way that feels uniquely you.

DM me with questions or book your next appointment online.

🖤
Melissa

All right, let’s get creepy!
I’ll be here at 8:40 on Saturday. Bring your own mat. Reserve your spot via Cashapp or Venmo. You can also send me a DM if you’d rather pay cash.

I feel like I haven't creeped and spooked enough this Halloween 🎃🎃 I think that it could be fun to teach a last minute pop up Goth Yoga class Saturday morning. Oh wait, did I mention that I'm a certified yoga instructor....I already have a cute playlist brewing. We could call it Hocus Focus. A little reset before all of the ghouls and ghoulies come out to play. Who's down? If I get at least a small handful of people interested I'll do it 🦇🦇🦇

Want a bob but worried you’ll end up feeling frumpy?

I get it. Nobody wants a haircut that feels boring, stale, or makes them feel older than they are. We want hair that feels youthful, fun, and a little carefree.
Whether you call it a bixie, shaggy bob, or textured bob, I’ve got you!

Nicole wanted something with movement, texture, and personality—and I think we nailed it.

If you’ve been thinking about going shorter, let’s talk about what that could look like for you.
I am always taking new clients and I would love to help you find a look that makes you feel like you’re confident, carefree and fun.
Online booking is available but always feel free to DM me with any questions.
🖤Melissa

Polished doesn’t have to mean predictable. 🖤
Stacy came in for a color and cut before a family trip. She wanted to feel put together, but I know she loves vivid color—so we kept things very her.
I painted this teal melt over her blonde highlights for a little mermaid magic. Vacation hair that feels like you? That’s the idea. 🧜‍♀️
Ready for a refresh? I’m always welcoming new clients.
Online booking is available through the link in my bio but as always feel free to DM me with questions.

XO
Melissa

The Conjured Rose has arrived at Blackbird and Thorne and I’m so excited to share these beautiful scents with you.

Each package feels like a small treasure, beautifully made and filled with thoughtful details. Every fragrance carries its own quiet spell:velvety petals, shadowed woods, warm spice, and a lingering hint of mystery.

I’ve curated a little collection of solid perfumes and roller oils.
Each one has with a character all its own and I think that you will love them as much as I do.
Come explore the scents and find your favorite.
🖤
Melissa”

✨Creative Spaces for Uncommon Talent✨

A new space is taking shape. If you’re looking for a salon “family” this probably isn’t your place.

BUT if you want to be surrounded by your people- a place where you can be yourself and grow your own thing- this may be for you. I want us all to thrive here.

I’m building a community at Blackbird and Thorne. A place for the beautifully strange. A place where artists believe the experience and the atmosphere matters just as much as the hair or service.

Rental opportunities available for independent beauty pros. If this feels like your kind of place, send me a DM or text me.
XO
Melissa

😖Is your thick hair driving you crazy?😖

Everyone wants thick luscious hair but the truth is thick hair can be a challenge.
Dense hair can be heavy, flat and hard to manage.
Haircuts can be a pain because overdo it on the thinning shears and you have frizz.If you don’t remove bulk, layers just hang there and you don’t have any movement.
Long thick hair has to be cut carefully, with extra time to refine and debulk even after the blow dry is done.
Mazie came in wanting layers that move and wanted to preserve most of her length. When I was done, her hair is still touched her lower back, but her layers were light with tons of movement.
Are you ready for your summer cut ? Is your long hair driving you nuts because it’s just too heavy?
I’m always happy to help and specialize in long thick hair. My book is always open to new clients and have an online booking available for your convenience
As always, feel free to message me if you have any questions or aren’t sure what to book.
XO
Melissa

Mazie came in

♦️Paige is a Baddie in Red♦️
I’ve been having a lot of fun with these bright halo highlights.
Paige’s signature is bright red hair and it matches her badass energy and vibe. Trust me when I say that this woman is impressive.
We went extra hard with this vibrant red halo highlights and dark brown gloss. I want her to be able to maintain this red hair color at home so I gave her an RX for aftercare so she doesn’t have to worry about making time to see me for another 8 weeks.
Until then, she’ll be able to go about her business, whether that’s going to shows or kicking aßß at the gym.
Do you have a hair fantasy that you’d like to make a reality? Is there a version of you that is rocking badass hair?
I’d love to be able to help.
I’m always taking new clients and I have online booking available for your convenience.
If you’re not sure what to book, please feel free to message me.
XO
Melissa