OUR TEAM
Dan Nguyen - Premier Designer
Please note that Dan is not accepting new clients at this time.
Dan Nguyen combines accomplished artistry with a determined dedication to the design and execution of his vision. His style ranges from the romantic through the ultra-glamorous to the precise with a contemporary edge. He is a frequent contributor to the most notable catwalks throughout Europe and North America. Dan has styled the runways of Balmain, Balenciaga, Chanel, Fendi, Dior, Hermes, Isabel Marant, Jacquemus, Pyer Moss, Armani Prive, Ferragamo, Brandon Maxwell and Valentino. He was the lead hair designer for Kawakey Collection, APOTTS Collection and Vasilis Loizides during New York Fashion Week.
Dan collaborated with the highly respected hair guru, Oribe Canales shortly after Oribe launched his eponymous hair care line in 2008. After working with the luxurious line, Dan realized his love of education by becoming an Educator for Oribe Hair Care. This role allows him to visit the top salons throughout North America sharing his knowledge of styling, cutting, and Oribe Hair products.
In his spare time, Dan had the privilege of styling famous personalities including Sarah McLachlan, Kirsten Dunst, KJ Apa, Avril Lavigne, Elvis Costello, Anne Heche, Dane Cook, Andy Samberg, Freida Pinto, Kirstin Kreuk, Bryce Dallas Howard, James Tupper, Chris Lowell and Rob Lowe. He travelled to Miami in 2009 to style a Victoria’s Secret commercial directed by Michael Bay featuring supermodels Candice Swanepoel, Behati Prinsloo and Doutzen Kroes.
Linda Refosco - Premier Designer
In her over twenty years of salon experience, Linda Refosco has owned and managed two successful salons, mastered an astonishing range of styling and colouring techniques and accrued scores of devoted clients. Linda has styled the runways in Paris, Milan and New York, for such prestigious shows as Armani Prive, Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Salvatore Ferragamo and The CFDA 50th Anniversary Show. For New York FashionWeek Linda worked backstage for the Cinq a Sept, Chromat, The Blonds, Adam Selman as well as Woodhouse and R. Swiader for New York Men’s Day.
Her Diverse style and knowledge in the industry has landed here with celebrity clients such as Pamela Anderson, Bryan Adams, Barbara Niven, Elysia Rotaro and has made her a favourite colourist for many of Vancouver’s movie production companies.
Delivering style with impact – consistently unique while updated and classic – Linda’s fresh design sensibilities combined with her keen business acumen position Lure Salon™ as an industry leader and top destination for professional beauty services.
Lisa Marie Read - Premier Designer
Lisa Marie’s passion for colour is immediately apparent with her immaculately placed highlights and expertly chosen hues. With over 25 years of experience, Lisa Marie has perfected the lived-in look, effortlessly enhancing the natural beauty of each individual who visits her chair. We consider Lisa Marie to be our long-layer expert and are thrilled to have her upbeat personality and infections laughter here at LURE!
Dee Kane - Education Director
Dee brings with her to LURE many years of experience. Teaching and working for the Vidal Sassoon Academy and Salons has given her the expertise to work as LURE’s Education Director and Educator for R+Co. Dee is a regular session work Designer and has styled the runways of New York Fashion Week for Anna Sui, Todd Snyder, Joseph Abboud, Ernest Alexander, Timo Weiland, Chromat, Thomas Wylde, Kempner and The Blonds. Her creativity and originality is reflective of her years of editorial work. Her natural ease and confidence make her an excellent addition to our team.
Vu Nguyen - Premier Designer
Please note that Vu is not accepting new clients at this time.
Vu’s dedication to his craft has made him one of Vancouver’s fastest rising stars. Vu has worked on various editorial spreads including Essentials Magazine. He has travelled to New York for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week working on shows such as Timo Weiland, Sally Lapointe, Tim Coppens, Patrik Ervell, Fingers Crossed and The Blonds. He is well on his way to becoming a Master Colourist and loves to challenge himself through competitions. He was recently chosen as the One Shot winner from Behind The Chair, and in 2017 he was awarded Top Colourist in Canada in the Goldwell Color Zoom Competition. He then travelled to Spain to represent Canada where he placed 4th in the world. He will be competing again this year so stay tuned for updates! His sunny disposition makes for a relaxed and pleasant experience that will leave you feeling beautiful.
Amy Nguyen - Premier Designer
Amy advanced her cutting techniques by attending Toni & Guy Academies in New York and Santa Monica. She had the opportunity to travel to New York for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week where she worked backstage at Tim Coppens, Fingers Crossed, The Blonds, Gabriela Cadena and Gents fashion shows. She also recently completed a Balayage and Foilayage master course in San Diego, and is known in the salon for her beautiful and precise work. Her goal is to accentuate her clients’ best features through hair. She is an avid foodie, world traveller, Beyonce superfan and loves spending time at Vancouver’s Catfe
Ceanne Chow - Premier Designer
Lee Joiner - Senior Designer
Lee’s eccentric personality and love for the hair industry comes across in his work. LURE Salon provides the perfect surrounding for Lee to combine his passion for both hair and fashion. He has a strong eye for colouring and cutting hair and enjoys giving a sexy blowout. In his free time he enjoys time with friends and family and getting outdoors.
Michelle Sharma - Associate Designer
Michelle's great patience and meticulous eye for detail are few of the many reasons her clients consider a trip to her chair a treat. While her diverse skillset includes cutting both men's and women's hair, Michelle is no stranger to a full head of foils. From babylights and balayage to a traditional highlight and tone, her intuitive flair with colour is rivalled only by her down to earth demeanour and willingness to go above and beyond for her guests.
Sam Groeneveld - Apprentice Designer
Sam’s passion for hair effortlessly translates into his creative styling and intricate braids. He thrives in a hands-on environment and loves making his clients feel chic and confident. One of LURE’s latest young talents, it’s not unusual to catch Sam behind the scenes, assisting on editorial shoots or refining his skills and learning new techniques for cut and colour. With his vivacious personality and great sense of humour, an hour in his chair is a guaranteed way to brighten your day.
Melody Attrill - Makeup Artist
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