Salon LáShae

Family Hair Salon

Our Story and Mission

Decades of Expertise Serving Kannapolis Families

Salon LáShae is more than a family hair salon — we are collaborators in your style journey. Founded by Erin Linker, a 25-year master stylist, our Kannapolis salon was built on one principle: every client deserves services tailored to their personality, vision, and budget.

Our team brings over 75 years of combined experience, including internationally recognized talent with work published in over 90 countries. We offer rare skillsets — from expert color formulation to curl reforming — that set us apart from any other salon.

We use only premium products and stay current through continuing education so you always receive the latest techniques and highest quality results.

Salon LáShae storefront at 6045 Gateway Center Dr in Kannapolis, NC

Erin

Owner, Stylist + Colorist
Master Stylist 25 Years @salon.lashae Instagram

Erin Linker is the definition of dedication and passion for her profession. With 25 years of experience, complemented by advanced education from industry icons such as Toni & Guy, Paul Mitchell, Goldwell, HANZO, and many more, Erin brings unparalleled expertise to her craft.

She excels at designing looks that enhance all hair textures. Her color placement, highlighting techniques, and creativity ensure that each style is treated as the individual work of art you deserve. Erin's salon is the epitome of legacy meeting luxury—where trends meet definition.

As a longtime business owner, Erin understands what builds a loyal following both within the neighborhood and across the region. She offers skillful, personalized interpretations, always keeping you as the focal point.

Experience the creative excellence that is Erin Linker.

Dale

Colorist, Makeup Artist & Stylist
International Artist 40+ Years @dale.smith.9421 Instagram

"Some educators influence a class. Dale Smith influenced an entire generation."

In every profession, there are the names people know and then there are the names behind those names…the architects, the innovators, the visionaries whose work built the very foundation others now stand on.

For the professional salon industry, one of those quiet but undeniable forces is Dale Smith.

With five decades of mastery, international leadership, product innovation, and global education, Dale is not just part of the industry's history, he is part of its DNA.

His impact is woven into the technical manuals you've studied, the color lines you've trusted, the global trends you've seen on stages, and the philosophies you've absorbed without ever realizing they originated from him.

He is one of the rare educators who never stepped away from the craft, never distanced himself from the real salon world, and never stopped working behind the chair. And because of that, he remains one of the most relevant, relatable, and in-demand mentors of our time.

Marilyn

Stylist
Stylist [TBD] @salon.lashae Instagram

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Stacey

Stylist
@salon.lashae Instagram

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Rebecca

Stylist
Seasoned Stylist 13 Years @salon.lashae Instagram

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Mickayla

Stylist
@hairstylesby_mickayla Instagram

Mickayla's passion for hair began in high school, styling her own hair and her friends just for fun and quickly realizing it was so much more than that. What started as creativity turned into a true love for helping others feel confident and beautiful.

With a strong customer-first mindset and an upbeat, welcoming energy, Mickayla is committed to making every appointment both fun and personalized. She believes great hair is about more than the final result — it's about the experience, the confidence, and the smile you leave with. ✨

Kattie

Stylist
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