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Meet Elyse

With 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, Elyse specializes in dimensional blondes, specialty color, precision cutting, and personalized hair transformations. Her approach combines advanced technical education with an editorial eye for creating color and cuts that feel modern, effortless, and uniquely suited to each client.

From soft, lived-in blondes and dimensional highlights to custom specialty colors and precision cuts, every appointment is designed around the individual—not a one-size-fits-all formula. Elyse is passionate about creating beautiful, wearable hair while maintaining the integrity and health of the hair.

Featured in wedding magazines for Hair, and make up

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Nice to meet you. I’m Elyse

As a California native, I have spent most of my life in Sonoma County, giving me extensive knowledge of wedding venues and locations in the area. It is my passion to do what I love and make everyone feel like the best version of themselves. Check out my Instagram @Elyse.thefox

in the salon, I specialize in all hair, cuts, and color to get you ready for whatever your special event needs are.

Hair and Makeup by Elyse is a wedding service based in Rohnert Park, California, specializing in creating the perfect looks for brides-to-be. Elyse Bernardi, the owner and creative lead, takes pride in bringing each client's vision to life. With on-site services, Elyse ensures that you look and feel amazing on your special day.

Elyse understand that weddings are magical events that deserve the utmost care and attention. Elyse has the skill and expertise to create glamorous finishes that will make you shine in front of the camera and impress your guests. Whether you want flowing hairstyles, elegant updos, or any other style, Elyse can make it happen. Our team is also proficient in makeup application, ensuring that you achieve your desired look as you walk down the aisle.

We are committed to making your wedding preparations stress-free by offering our services at your chosen location. Let us take care of your hair and makeup needs so that you can focus on enjoying your special day.

For more information and to see examples of our work, check out our feature in Wedventure Magazine Spring 2020 Issue 10 and Elyse Tolomei's feature in Gothesque Magazine Issue #73 Vol. 2 | May 2019 |

In addition to her exceptional bridal work, Elyse is also the proud co-owner of The Fox, a salon located at 838 4th St., Santa Rosa, CA 95404.

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Elyse at the fox/ Chemi Couture is a Santa Rosa hair studio specializing in dimensional hair color, blonding, precision cuts, styling, extensions, and bridal hair and makeup throughout Sonoma County.

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