Michelle Nava’s rise to the top as Los Angeles’ go-to hair colorist for iconic blondes is a shining example of passion, artistry, and deep-rooted heritage. Born into a family of Mexican immigrants in East Los Angeles, Michelle’s story began in the heart of the city’s garment district, where her family owned Nava Fashions. Growing up surrounded by creativity and hard work, Michelle’s early exposure to the world of fashion stirred her dream of making a mark in the beauty industry.
Finding Her Passion for Blonde Hair
After beauty school and assisting some of the best hairstylists in the business, Michelle found her niche with blonding. Her talent and hard work didn’t take very long to pay off, gaining her such celebrity clients as Raja, the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race, and appearing in such household name magazines like Playboy and FHM. The list of high-profile clients includes Playmates and top models who have come for her perfect look in blonde color.
For Michelle, blonding extends beyond a color; the process is fully immersive. She ultimately imagines that specific shades of the color blonde can empower feminine strength and intrigue in and of themselves. “The blonde is other than just color-it’s given to embracing your truly confident self,” she says. This commitment has made her a favorite among Hollywood elite, such as helping further clients into its timeless blonde bombshell aesthetic common with glamour in elegance.
Michelle Nava Hair is her private salon in Westwood, offering luxury and a personalized experience for every client of hers. Every visit is specially designed to meet the needs of the individual so that every transformation is as unique as the person sitting in her chair.
From operating the family-owned garment business to Hollywood’s blonding expert, it is truly the perfect case study in hard work and creativity. By blending cultural heritage and passion for blonding, Michelle Nava transformed the game of beauty to emerge as the architect of Los Angeles’ most iconic blondes.