History
Co-Founders Stephanie McDermott and Bried Veteri have spent 12+ years perfecting their hair coloring techniques at an elite salon located in Westport, CT. Tease is A beautiful space offering the most current hair trends with like minded stylists who love what they do and are beyond talented.
Get in touch
Great hair = Great day! Our salon coordinators are happy to recommend the best artist to fit your unique style or you may click the link below and book your own appointment.
Owner/Creative Director
Stephanie McDermott
Stephanie loves everything style related…hair, fashion and decor. With over 20 years of experience and extensive training, she has become a well-known colorist in Fairfield County. Her specialty is natural looking color that suites her clients’ lifestyle and aesthetic.
Stephanie lives here in Fairfield, CT with her husband and their 2 children.
owner/creative director
Bried Veteri
Bried loves creating beautiful hair color and watching it come to life through her clients happiness. She has spent the past 14 years as a colorist at an elite salon located in Westport, CT while holding the coveted title of Creative Director.
When Bried is not behind her chair you will find her surrounded by love and very busy! She is a loving wife and mother to 4 beautiful children.
Master Colorist
Meagan Gallo
Meagan is an enthusiastic colorist with over 14 years experience in the industry. She brings her fun and free spirit into each of her creations. Meagan has traveled internationally to diversify her influences and stay up to date with all the current trends.
Meagan has a devoted and wonderful clientele, but is always welcoming new clients.
“Whether you want to experiment or keep it looking natural, I love it all!'“ Meagan
Master Colorist/stylist
Nichole Peccerilli
Nichole is an outstanding Master Stylist/Colorist with over 15 years of professional experience, providing her services in Connecticut and North Carolina. She is fully licensed and has numerous certifications to design and implement a look that is customized for you. She is detail oriented and does not stop with adequate, but rather makes it her goal to ensure you are thrilled with your look. She is also well experienced in a variety of color, highlight and bayalage application techniques to achieve the perfect color without damage to your natural hair. Working with the best quality add-on hair in the industry, Nichole also applies permanent and temporary hair extension for our clients to achieve the optimum look. To round out her masterful experience, she also performs many keratin and Brazilian blow outs for our guests. In addition to providing her services locally, she is also available for travel. As a master colorist and stylist, Nichole has performed her magic in a number of weddings, and special events and even worked at New York Fashion Week in 2020! We hope you get to meet her soon!!
master Stylist
Michy Nieves
With over 18 years of experience in the beauty industry, Michy brings both passion and precision to every appointment. Her training includes advanced education from top industry leaders such as Bumble and Bumble, Oribe, Nick Arrojo, Martin Parsons, Wella, Goldwell and WOW, keeping her at the forefront of evolving trends and techniques.
Specializes in shear and razor cuts, smooth or voluminous blowout styling, sew-in extensions, and elegant updos for weddings, proms and special events. Whether you’re looking for a subtle transformation or a head-turning style, She will take pride in crafting a look that will enhance your natural beauty and inner-happiness.
stylist
Frida Galicia
Frida has combined her childhood love of art and people to fuel her passion for hairstyling. Knowing the impact of a good haircut, she always strives to provide a relaxing, seamless, and positive experience for all her guests. Frida considers hairstyling an artform and always aims for guests to feel their best after leaving her chair. When not in the salon, you can find Frida at the gym or practicing new hairstyling techniques on friends and family.
colorist/stylist
Mj (J0y) Demaro
MJ, also known as Joy, has been in the industry for 8 years. She started her hair career fresh out of cosmetology school working at an elite salon in Westport, Vincent Palumbo Salon. Her passion is coloring, styling, and always loves a fun kids cut. MJ never passes up an opportunity to TEASE her clients with a great blowout for their night on the town.
When MJ is not at the salon, you’ll find her being walked by her Great Dane or doing gymnastics with kids! Book with her for a creative cut, color, or style experience today! it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Colorist/stylist
amanda falconieri
With over six years of experience in the vibrant world of hair styling and coloring. She is passionate about transforming hair into stunning works of art. Her journey began with a strong foundation in hair care and styling techniques, which she has continually expanded through ongoing education and training in the latest trends.
She specializes in custom color applications, highlights, cuts and bouncy blowouts. She believes every client should have a personalized experience, and prides herself on the ability to listen and understand everyones desires, ensuring that you leave the salon feeling confident and beautiful.
Assistant/ New Talent
Kylie Anderson/ tHE hAIR WITCH
Kylie is a Licensed cosmotologist and Toni & Guy Graduate. Kylie blends technical skill with a touch of magic. Specializing in creative color, textured cuts, and transformations that feel a little other wordly. She is all about bringing your hair dream come to life. Think of her work chair as a spell circle; come as you are, leave feeling enchanted.
ASSISTANT
jENNA sCHLATTER
Jenna started working at Tease in the fall of 2024. She had all a lot of experience as a Salon Assistant. She enjoys working at Tease twice a week. Jenna’s favorite show is Glee with Lea Michelle. She also loves fashion and art.