Stephen & Company Salon is built on a simple belief. Every woman deserves a place where she can relax, feel cared for, and leave looking her best. Owner Angela brings more than two decades of experience to that goal. The salon reflects her love for people and a vision that puts both stylists and clients first.
Angela began her career in North Carolina, honing her craft for more than twenty years. She opened her first salon early in her career. Around 2010, she moved to Texas and began building a new client base. When a historic home began undergoing renovations, Angela saw the chance to create something special. Seven years ago, Stephen & Company opened its doors and quickly found a warm welcome. Angela reflected on this, saying, “I just love the people of New Braunfels and how they've welcomed us, and the other businesses in town have supported us.”
The name comes from Angela’s maiden name, Stephenson. She shortened it to Stephen and added “& Company” to reflect the team around her. That team is a key part of the salon’s success.
“I opened it with the mindset that I wanted to be a stylist-led salon. I wanted the girls who worked here to know they could be a mom and still build a career.”
Education and support shape the culture at Stephen & Company. Someone from the team attends a class nearly every month. Several times a year, trainers come into the salon for hands-on learning. Stylists share what they learn so the whole group grows together. This excitement for learning new techniques and styles is felt whenever you sit in the chair, talking through your dream hair.
The space was designed with comfort in mind. Angela wanted guests to feel welcome whether they arrived straight from the gym, work, or the school pickup line. “I wanted you to walk in and feel like you were in an elevated place,” she says. “But it did not matter if you just came from the gym or from chasing your kids on the playground.”
Consultation is at the heart of every appointment. Stylists begin by asking about a client’s routine and the time they want to spend on their hair each day. Some clients want a quick wash-and-go routine. Others enjoy styling their hair for nights out. The team works with each person to find the cut and style that truly works for you and your lifestyle.
Angela also encourages clients to think about hair health. Hard water in Texas can affect color and leave hair dry. Regular trims, conditioning treatments, and detox services help remove buildup and keep hair looking fresh. “Taking a little extra time to add a treatment keeps your hair healthy and helps that color stay longer.”
One service she wishes more clients would try is a simple blowout. Many women love how their hair looks when they leave the salon, yet they do not realize they can book a wash-and-style without a cut or color. It can be a great way to take a break during a busy week.
Beyond great hair, Angela values the connections formed in the salon chair. Clients share big moments from their lives. “They let you into their life,” Angela shares. They celebrate milestones and talk through hard days. “If you can just love on them just a little bit, they can leave and feel a little bit more loved.”
At Stephen & Company Salon, the goal is simple. Help each client leave feeling refreshed, confident, and a little bit more loved.
PULL QUOTE: “I am so grateful to the women and men who come in here. They trust us with how they look and invite us into their lives.”