We’re so excited to welcome you to Queen of Swords 2 in Ridgewood!
Come visit our new and larger space, open daily from 11 to 7. All of our stylists specialize in curly and textured haircuts, working with your natural texture to create a look that’s uniquely yours. We don’t offer perms or straightening treatments; instead, we sculpt each style to enhance your facial structure and deliver a low-maintenance, high-style look you’ll love.
We offer gender neutral haircuts: your spot for bobs, bangs, mullets, pixies, shags, curly haircuts, long layers, and short styles. Meet our stylists below to explore their specialties, and browse their socials for inspiration for your next great cut.
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Elma | $250 per hour
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Owner & Hair Stylist
Elma is a dry haircut specialist who intuitively tunes into each client’s needs and hair concerns. She creates low-maintenance cuts that grow out beautifully, making her the go-to for anyone who feels their hair is “problematic” or hard to manage. With over a decade of experience, she brings both precision and care to every style.
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Kay | $175 per hour
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Salon Manager & Hair Stylist
Kay specializes in curly cuts and curl care, bringing a compassionate, gentle approach to every client. They love shaping curls, layering products, and teaching clients how to maintain healthy, beautiful texture at home. If you’re looking for someone who will nurture your curls and share styling rituals you can actually use, Kay is the one.
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Hannah | $150 per hour
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Hair Stylist & Social Media Director
Hannah channels her love for late-’70s looks into modern styles. Whether you're craving a bold mullet or a timeless cut, she’s got the creative chops to make it sing… and she’s also expanding her skills in blonding and color, so you can count on evolving artistry.
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Priscila | $160 per hour
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Hair Stylist
Precision and edge come together in Priscila’s chair. A specialist in razor and precision cutting, she’s also talented in balayage, foiling, and both soft natural looks or daring fashion colors. If you love fun, creative hair, she brings exactly that in spades.
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Markee | $200 per hour
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Salon Manager & Hair Stylist
With a background in art and magazine production, Markee brings an artist’s eye to hair. She specializes in sculptural haircuts and lived-in color that enhance natural texture and suit your lifestyle. Her goal is to give you a look that’s effortless to maintain and feels authentically you.
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Farrah | $165 per hour
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Hair Stylist
An artist at her core, Farrah infuses her coloring and cutting with creative confidence. Versatile in technique and fearless with texture, she excels in sculpting mullets, shags, and edgy or classic styles alike, using her deep knowledge of color to bring each vision to life.
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Diamond | $150 per hour
(she/her)
Hair Stylist
Sassoon-trained and mentored by Curt Darling, Diamond is a dry cutting expert who sculpts hair with an international, bohemian spirit. She elevates natural texture into striking shapes inspired by global subcultures, perfect for those craving individuality and artistry.
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Andrea | $175 per hour
(she/her)
Hair Stylist
Andrea C. Samuels is an award-winning hairstylist, makeup artist, and educator known for her expertise in curly textures, locs, and red carpet styling. Trained at Paul Mitchell and seasoned in Hollywood events from the Emmy’s to the Met Gala, Andrea is now based in New York and styles actress Gabrielle Nevaeh for Stranger Things on Broadway.
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Caity | $125 per hour
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Hair Stylist
Caity brings a calm, grounded presence and meets each client exactly where they are. She focuses on wearable hair that feels effortlessly natural day to day. Her specialty lies in textured cuts and custom color, tailored carefully to the individual. Caity creates lived-in, dimensional color that grows out seamlessly. She’s especially inspired by mullets and shorter creative shapes, as well as longer shaggy, tousled cuts.
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Taylor | $130 per hour
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Hair Stylist
Originally from New Jersey, Taylor began her hair journey at Arrojo Cosmetology School, mastering classic precision cutting and color. She loves creating everything from soft, seamless blends to bold statement looks—especially ultimate blonde transformations and fiery red hues. When she’s not behind the chair, you’ll find her thrifting in Brooklyn, crocheting half-finished projects, or diving into her favorite video games. A session with Taylor feels like hanging out with your funniest, most stylish friend.
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Mira | $90 per hour
(she/her)
Apprentice
Ridgewood-based stylist specializing in razor and scissor cuts for all lengths and textures. After 10 years of DIY haircuts for friends in local music scenes, she trained at Arrojo Academy to refine her craft. Her style ranges from lived-in and effortless to bold and edgy, always focused on creating authentic, affirming looks through collaboration and care.
Gallery of Queens
Queen of Swords 2
8-75 Woodward Ave
Ridgewood, NY 11385
Hours:
Open 11:00-7:00 every day!