Senior Stylist
Jae-Manuel Cardenas, a name that resonates with vibrant creativity and unyielding dedication within the world of hairstyling and beauty artistry, was born in the eclectic and cultural hub of San Francisco. As a proud graduate from the San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology (SFIEC), he embarked on a journey that has taken him from the West Coast to the dazzling lights and fashion-forward energy of New York City.
His talents were honed and his creativity unleashed under the sagacious mentorship of Sally Hershberger. Hershberger, iconic in her own right for creating trend-setting looks, provided invaluable experience and training for Jae at her various renowned salons in New York and Los Angeles.
Jae's mastery extends beyond the boundaries of traditional salon environments – he has added his artistic flair to a myriad of fashion shows during the coveted New York Fashion Week. Collaborating with some of the most illustrious photographers in the industry, he has worked with prominent fashion publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Harper's Bazaar.
Jae's influence doesn't stop at the glossy pages of high-end magazines. He has been privileged to shape, sculpt, and style a veritable constellation of musicians and celebrities offering them the confidence and glamour necessary to excel in the spotlight whether it's a red carpet, television interview, performance, or music video. His diverse portfolio includes working with industry greats like Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey, comic-actor extraordinaire Jimmy Fallon, television personality Lisa Rinna, the enchanting Camila Mendes, quintessential musician John Mayer, and dynamic dance duo Sofi Tukker, among many others.
Jae Manuel Cardenas is a testament to the power of commitment, creativity, and educational cultivation. How a young man from San Francisco pushed boundaries, shaped trends, and became an integral part of the high-fashion and entertainment world is nothing short of inspiring. His journey continues with intense ardor, each day a blank canvas ready to be filled with the painterly strokes of Jae's expertise, nurturing the everlasting bloom of his remarkable career in the beauty industry.
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