AAnika Rao
Hospitality & lifestyle · Hair stylist

Hair with a
golden glow.

I build secure, scalable and modern software on the cloud. Passionate about solving problems and delivering impactful results.

Studio signature

Shape · Shine · Soul

Color stories inspired by saffron light, warm skin tones and the movement of real hair.

01 / The signature

Golden-hour hair,
made for real life.

I'm a Software Developer with hands-on experience designing, building and shipping products end-to-end. I love turning complex problems into simple, reliable solutions.

Face-framingDimensional colorTexture-led cutsEvent finishing
11years shaping cuts, color and editorial finishes
420signature transformations across salon & event work
02 / Craft 01

Sculpted cuts

Layering, face-framing and movement designed around how the hair actually falls.

Craft 02

Dimensional color

Soft balayage, tonal brunette work and luminous blondes with believable depth.

Craft 03

Texture & curl

Curl definition, soft texture and shape that respects the hair's natural personality.

Craft 04

Event finishing

Polished waves, sleek styling and modern bridal finishes built to hold without feeling stiff.

03 / Selected looks

A portfolio in
texture & light.

SIGNATURE / 01

Amber Ribbon

Warm honey ribbons threaded through a softly layered brunette, finished with a loose glassy wave.

Balayage · Gloss · Wave
LOOK / 02

Rosewood Bob

Sharp jawline bob with a deep rose-brown glaze and tucked-under finish.

LOOK / 03

Cloud Curl

Airy, defined curls with diffused volume and a soft halo of texture.

04 / The ritual

Four moves.
One beautiful result.

01 - CONSULTRead the person.

Goals, texture, lifestyle and maintenance become the brief.

02 - MAPBuild the shape.

Sectioning, placement and proportion create the architecture.

03 - REFINEBring in the light.

Gloss, tone and finishing details add depth and movement.

04 - RELEASEMake it yours.

Styling notes and easy habits help the look travel home with you.

05 / Contact

Let’s make your
next look glow.

For salon collaborations, editorial styling, event work, bridal beauty or a personal hair refresh, send a short note.

✉ anika@example.com
☎ +91 22 5550 0149
◈ Mumbai, IN