This takes balls: Telling your (old school) father that you are dropping out of college (your second year), ditching that basketball scholarship and (oh by the way) you are going to open your own hair salon.

Will Bostock did just that. When he was 23 he opened his own hair salon with a business partner he'd known since he was 16.  He had decided to become a stylist after his brother had offhandedly asked him to cut his hair. Will took a pair of scissors and hacked his brothers hair senseless-but found he loved the creativity of it. Will has always been drawn to aesthetics and creation, he felt a huge enthusiasm in his soul that day. About 20 years ago, he ventured out on his own and opened BLue Hair Studio.

The easy part has been this: Will has never wavered about what he wants to do; he wants to make a difference for people, to create an environment where clients feel it is "their place", and his employees feel like they are part of a growing, eclectic, family. He offers advice to the dreamers looking to forge into reality: "Follow your own vision. Don't pay too much attention to the negativity of others. If you love it there will be other people who love it. The key is to find those people." He followed his own advice when he decided to expand into a second building for spa services, an antique store front and vintage clothing. Shortly after, he opened The Parlor at BLue, a tattoo shop.

Blue is located at The Lady Washington Inn. Martha Washington stayed in the historic Inn that dates back to 1761. As a National Historic Site the building needed special attention, it is now BLue's historic and eclectic home.

Will has spent the last 13 years traveling around the country teaching his progressive hair cutting techniques. He is a highly sought after educator representing a national hair product line. In his spare time Will enjoys being a father to his beautiful son Markos, playing saxophone, tennis, rock climbing and gardening. One of his passions is redesigning old spaces.

Why BLue?
The culture that we create at here motivates me to grow on a daily basis. I joined the BLue team over 6 years ago, I love that this position is completely outside-the-box. The employees never cease to amaze me every day with their talent level, commitment to on-going education, and overall enthusiasm.

Favorite Band/Artists:
Reggae, reggae, reggae! It frees my soul!  Jam bands and Notorious BIG.... If you don't know, now you know.

Favorite Thing to do outside of BLue:
I enjoy spending time with my husband & my dog Oliver. I try to see as much live music as I can, dance parties are kind of my thing.

Favorite Product:
Label M sea salt spray! It gives volume and hold to my extremely fine hair.

Favorite thing about Blue:
My favorite thing woud have to be the atmopsphere and the fun that we all have together. The interactions that I have with everyone, coworkers and clients, make work so much more enjoyable!

Favorite Product:
Label M bruntette texturising spray!! It not only adds volume to my hair but also alot of texture, which gives the apperance of thickness and it smells amazing! I also could not live with out my brow pen from Andrea, it practically changed my life!

Favorite thing to do outside of Blue:
I'm obsessed with my puppy Frank, and anything that has to do with him! I love baking and decorating my home. I also love trying out new restaurants with my husband and friends.

How do you describe your style/ wardrobe?
I'm almost always wearing a pair of Levi's. I also love Free People and BB Dakota, but really anything that makes me look and feel good!

Reason for becoming a stylist:
I love making people feel beautiful, and how creative it can be.

Favorite thing about BLue:                                                                                                                                                                The laid back atmosphere and how well we all get along really makes coming to work pleasurable. I can't forget about all of my amazing clients either!

Favorite Music/bands:                                                                                                                                                                              I like all kinds of music but I do like some oldies, R&B and Indie Rock.

Favorite Product/Tool:                                                                                                                                                                       Zero Gravity Hairspray and Whipped Cream by Sebastian. Milkshake Leave-In conditioner, and also Dark Oil by Wella.

Favorite thing to do outside Blue:                                                                                                                                                          I love spending time with my family and anything outdoors.

How would you describe your wardrobe/style:                                                                                                                                    I don't have a specific style but I'm always poking around in Jennk Boutique, I love everything she has. I'm also really into sneakers.

Reason for becoming a make-up artist:
To make the world a beautiful place.

Favorite thing about BLue:
Allowing me to be me while being creative and free.

Favorite Styling Product/Tool/Technique:
Airbrush system, tweezers and makeup setting spray

Favorite thing to do outside Blue:
yoga, meditation, the healing arts, reiki

How would you describe your wardrobe/ style:
clean, but edgey, classic but sexy 

Favorite thing about BLue:

Working Saturdays with Liz. Also, I just love coming to work. It is such a great atmoshpere!

Favorite Music Bands/Artists:
I like a little bit of everything. We ALWAYS have good music playing in the shampoo room!

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:
Anyting that is done outdoors is good with me. That is probably why I love the summertime. I cannot stand being cold.

How do you describe your style/wardrobe?
I am all about BIG hair! The bigger the better. And I pretty much wear whatever I think looks good.

Reason for becoming a tattoo artist:
I have wanted to be a tattoo artist since I was 15; it's always been my dream job. There is something very special and personal about the process of tattooing... you get to give them a little piece of yourself to keep forever.

Favorite thing about Blue:
The unique atmosphere that provokes a creative energy.

Favorite music/bands:
A Tribe Called Quest, Anderson Paak, Fleetwood Mac, Black keys and broken bells

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:
I love to paint and go out to eat :)

How do you describe your wardrobe/style:
It's a mash up between biker & hippie. I love big jewelry and leather mixed with soft flowy fabrics and floral patterns.

Reason for becoming a stylist:
I became a stylist because I always saw it as art. A career where you can be creative, step out of the box and you can be yourself!

Favorite thing about BLue:
BLue is such a welcoming place. You can feel it as soon as you walk in. We are all like family here and I love being in that type of environment!

Favorite music:
Salsa! Salsa! Salsa! But I like mostly all kinds of music.

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:
I love to travel and explore new places. I love trying new things and also spending time with my family.

Reason for becoming a stylist:
Since I was a little girl, going to the salon was my favorite thing to do. I loved everything that was going on, from shampooing to assisting to being a stylist. Hair has always been my passion. Being creative seemed like it was fun. Now my creative ideas have expanded; it doesn't matter what hair type, it's all fun! 

Reason for becoming a stylist: I love being creative and this allows me to do so! I also love working with people and making them look and feel great!

Favorite thing about BLue: I love the relaxed atmosphere and how comfortable I feel here. I truly feel like I can be myself. I also love my coworkers, we get along so well and have a great time together.

Favorite music/bands: I'm obsessed with Dave Matthews Band!!!

Favorite Products: I love Texturising Volume Spray by Label M because it's like a hair spray and dry shampoo in one. It gives so much volume and texture. Also, Dark Oil by Sebastian because it makes the hair feel so soft and look shiny without being greasy.

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue: I love doing yoga and anything outside. I also like hosting parties at my house and spending time with my daughter and family.

How do you describe your wardrobe/style: I live in heels and jeans!

Favorite thing about BLue:
I love the atmosphere at BLue. Everyone there is great to work with and the business as a whole is really creatively branded.

Favorite Music:
I listen to lots of different music but some of my favorites are The Strokes, Arcade Fire, Amos Lee, The Vaccines, and Alabama Shakes. Anything with a good beat!

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:
I spend lots of time with my friends and family. I also really love to read and be outside.

How would you describe your style/ wardrobe?:
Being comfortable has always been a priority for me. I like to wear anything from a flowly, feminine dress to my favorite jeans and worn in t-shirt. 

Reason for becoming a stylist:                                                                                                                                                       Well, I started cutting my dolls hair when I was about 3 years old and never looked back! I love helping people feel beautiful.

Favorite thing about Blue:
When I walked into Blue, it felt like home. The creativity, beauty, and art that permeates every inch of this place is everything I ever wanted in a salon.

Favorite products:
I love Label M Texturising Volume Spray because it gives that gritty undone texture. I also love Powder Power by BLue for a little extra volume at the root, and Craft Clay by Sebastian.

Favorite Music:
Music is life! Reggae, Grateful Dead, Micheal Franti, Spearhead, Jazz, EDM, or anything with a good groove!

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:                                                                                                                                                     I love to make art and hang out with my puppies and my family.

How do you describe your wardrobe/ style:
Comfortable rock'n roll bohemian 

Reason for becoming a stylist:                                                                                                                                                        The cosmetology industry feels like second nature to me because I've been around it almost my whole life. I love that it allows me to be creative.

Favorite thing about working at Blue:
I love the creative and relaxed atmosphere. Also,being a part of an amazing work family; I love seeing and spending time with everyone at BLue!

Favorite music:
I like all styles of music, I can't pick just one favorite! It also depends on my mood

Favorite thing to do outside of work:
I like to spend time with my friends and family. I have 6 nieces and 3 nephews who keep me busy!

How do I describe your wardrobe/ style?
Comfy and casual but also cute... I love wearing band tee's and I can't live without my hooded flannel!

Favorite thing about working at Blue:
There's always positive energy shared from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave

Favorite genre of music:
Alt Rock

Describe your style/ wardrobe:
Comfortable and simple

Favorite thing to do outside of work:
Spend time with my family

Reason for becoming a stylist:
I love the artistic aspect of Cosmetology as well as the infinite space for growth and education.  Making someone's day is also a huge bonus!

Favorite thing about BLue:
My favorite BLue qualities would have to be the unique culture and my stellar coworkers!

Favorite Music Bands/Artists:
Just like in every other aspect of life, I don't discriminate but I do love 60's rock, outlaw country and alternative.

Favorite Styling Products:                                                                                                                                                          Eruptek, Dark Oil and Zero Gravity hair spray all by Sebastian.

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:                                                                                                                                                     Hiking and treasure hunting at The Golden Nugget.

How would you describe your wardrobe/style:                                                                                                                           Boho cowgirl.
 

What do you love most about Blue?:
Being here at blue feels less like a work setting and more like a culture to me. I love being surrounded by great energy and positivity, and I feel like we attract just that.

I became a manicurist because it allows me to express my artistic creativity through my work. I love making my clients feel pampered and pretty

Favorite genre of music:
progressive trance/ dance, but I listen to literally everything!

Describe your style/ wardrobe:
Bohemian chic, to sporty and casual!

Favorite thing to do outside of work:
spending time with my son, relaxing at home with some wine and a book, or going out to festivals and dancing!

Favorite products:
Organic Arcane Bunny Society products, Essie, OPI Gel polish for long lasting manicures

Favorite thing about BLue:
My favorite thing about BLue is the atmosphere. I love everyone I work with and work feels like I privilege, not a chore!

Favorite Band/Music/Artist:
I love all music in all genres. Music is mood dependent for me so I like to change it up. Put on anything with a good beat or beautiful voice and I'm ready to rock.

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:
Outside of work I love to exercise, there's nothing better than a good workout after a long day at work.

How would describe your style/wardrobe?
I dress to impress! I like to look my best and show my excited, bubbly personality through the things I wear.

 

Reason for becoming a stylist:                                                                                                                                                              I grew up in the business and have been around it my whole life. I like making people feel good about themselves and it allows me to be creative.

Favorite thing about BLue:
My favorite thing about BLue is my coworkers. I also love that I'm free to be me when I'm here and just overall feel so comfortable in the atmosphere that BLue creates. I really enjoy posting to our social media pages, follow us to see what we are up to!

IG: @bluehairstudio

FB: https://www.facebook.com/BLueAHairStudio
 

Favorite Band/Music/Artist:
I like lots of music, but my all time favorite bands are The Beatles and My Chemical Romance.

Favorite tool/products:                                                                                                                                                                    Label M Texturising Volume Spray because it gives a controlled textured look. Shine Shaker by Sebastian because it adds shine with out weighing down the hair. I also love the liquid lipsticks and the Exuviance night cream.
 

Favorite thing to do outside of BLue:
I love going to the movies, I see a new one almost once a week. I like spending time with my friends or practicing the newest makeup trends. If I'm not doing any of those things I'm probably dog sitting for someone, which is fine because I'm obsessed with all dogs!!
 

How would describe your style/wardrobe?
I would call my style "Sophisticated Emo" I wear a lot of black and I like to shop at Urban Outfitters and H&M

What is your favorite thing about working at Blue?
The creative atmostphere, and my alter ego, "Steph"

What is your favorite music to listen to?
Classical, oldies, Damien Rice, Norah Jones, Elton John, the Shins, Iron & Wine, Muse, the list goes on... I love music!

Why did you become a stylist?
I have always wanted to do hair ever since I was a little girl. I like to make people feel good about themselves; it inspires me!

What are your favorite styling products?
Sebastian Zero Gravity, Label M Shine Must, Label M Volume Foam, Sebastian Microweb Fiber
 

Favorite thing about working at Blue?
The first time I walked into Blue it was as a client, and I immediately felt comfortable. Working here feels like I'm just hanging out with my friends all day

Favorite Music:
I could listen to everything and anything, but I would consider my favorite genre to be pop punk. I'm a HUGE Blink 182 fan

Describe your wardrobe/ style:
I think the best way to describe my style is minimalistic and comfortable, while also being very trend-driven... which always includes a lot of black.

Favorite products at Blue:
My hair is on the thinner side, so some products are too heavy for my hair. I discovered Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo when I first started working at Blue, and it has been my go-to ever since.

Favorite thing to do outside of Blue:
I have three pet cats at home and my whole world revolves around them. When I'm not totally pampering my cats, I spend a lot of my time painting. My entire apartment is covered in my artwork. 

Favorite thing about working at Blue:
our clients! every one of them brings their own uniqueness. I love chatting with them about their stories and creating a one of a kind experience with them

Favorite music:
Eclectic ranging from classic rock to metal to dance to today's top radio hits. Whatever mood I am in that day, there is a music style to express it

Describe your wardrobe/ style:
girly, edgy, comfortable. No matter what I'm wearing, you'll always catch me with a pair of Vans on.

Favorite product at Blue:
Amika triple RX Shampoo & Conditioner... it helps keep my hair healthy and vibrant, and smells fantastic too!

Reason for becoming a stylist/designer/ yoga instructor:
I teach yoga to burn off the crazy... I like to help people breathe through anxiety and stress and live in the present moment. And as for styling, I love playing dress up with people and seeing their beauty from the inside out!

Favorite music and bands:
I listen to a lot of chanting, meditation, Kirtan music... it feels good!
I also listen to Justin Timberlake, Wu Tang, Snoop Dogg, Jimi Hendrix, Amy Winehouse, Thievery corporation, and the Alabama Shakes.

Favorite things to do outside of Blue:
Sunbathing and being outside, yoga, thrifting, flea-marketing, treasure hunting, making clothing, outfits and things!

How do you describe your wardrobe/style:
Messy-Sexy. I feel like a chameleon- my style changes as the wind blows! But you can always find me in vintage Levis and a military jacket or animal print.