Corey Michelle Fealtman- Owner

After over a decade as a hair stylist, color specialist Corey Fealtman chooses Manchester-By-The-Sea as home to her boutique salon.  Corey is a certified Redken and Wella colorist who began her career on Newbury Street and continues her education with world renowned colorist Beth Minardi. You may recognize Corey’s specialty in natural hair color, elegant updos, and exquisite finish work on some of Boston’s most chic.

She and her team at Michelle James Salon are thrilled to be your partner in creating your best version of yourself to share with your world.

Tricia Martinez – Cut, Color, Style

Tricia comes to Michelle James Salon as a master cutter with current techniques for both women and men. She is also able to offer color services and being Wella certified she joins Corey in using the highest quality product. Come and visit Tricia for her stellar, long-lasting blowdrys and any facial waxing needs.

April Martinez – Cut, Color, Style

April has been a part of the Michelle James Salon family since the beginning. When it comes to hair, April absolutely loves the art of blonding and balayage. Always keeping up on the most current trends, whether it’s cutting, styling or coloring, April has the ability and experience to know exactly what will look best on her clients and highlight their natural appearance. Her goal as a stylist is to ensure each client who comes to see her leaves feeling confident in themselves and how they look every day. When you sit in April’s chair you know she has you in her heart. From her silly stories to the way she listens and truly cares for you, you will never leave unsatisfied. April is known for her thoughtful and kind approach which leaves her clients feeling comfortable and taken care of. Aprils love for her clientele and for the industry makes her a stand-out star.

Jenny Avery – Cut, Color, Style

Jenny is a master stylist with over 12 years of experience. She graduated from a Paul Mitchell school and has completed advanced coursework with Bumble and bumble, Toni&Guy, Kerastase and Kevin Murphy. She is certified in Deva Curl cuts, Aqua hair-extensions, Balmain hair-extensions, Keratin Complex and Cezanne smoothing treatments and is a Wella master colorist. She specializes in balayage, foiling corrective coloring and platinum blondes.  Jenny takes her inspiration from the latest trends and styles from various influences around the world to keep her clients feeling their most beautiful and also their most unique.

Ella Anderson – Studio Assistant

Ella joins the Michelle James Salon team as the salon assistant. She graduated from the Essex Tech cosmetology program and is excited to put her skills to work. She is passionate and dedicated to furthering her education by training underneath our stylists. Ella’s warmth and hospitality quickly puts clients at ease during their visit. We can’t wait for you to meet her!

Daisy Maisy – Salon Puppy

Daisy Maisy joined the Michelle James Salon family in August 2023.  She has been a salon puppy at heart since birth. She specializes in snuggles and cuddles and she loves a good chew toy with sunbutter. Daisy Maisy has an innate ability to personalize her love to suit each clients specific needs. We can’t wait for you to meet her!