Leah with Cotton Rouge did my bridesmaids hair and my hair for my wedding day. She did a phenomenal job!! I have very thin and fine hair, she was able to work her magic and make me feel beautiful on my big day. All my bridesmaids were impressed with their hair and loved how kind she was throughout the entire process! Would highly recommend Leah for anyone's wedding day!   - Kayla, 2023

Leah Shaw

Hair Artist and Stylist

With 25 years of experience in the beauty industry and 8 amazing years on the Cotton Rouge & Company team, Leah is the kind of hairstylist who makes you feel like your most beautiful self—inside and out.
Leah specializes in bridal hairstyling, especially soft, textured looks with a touch of whimsy. Whether you're dreaming of voluminous waves or a chic, subtle updo, she has the magic touch to bring your vision to life. Her clients often say it best: “She somehow makes my hair look fuller, longer, and better than I thought possible.”

What she loves most about being part of the Cotton Rouge & Company team?
The genuine camaraderie. “Katie has created a culture where we’re not just coworkers—we’re a team. Everyone supports each other, and that kind of creative environment is so rare and refreshing.”
Her go-to kit essentials include:
Deese Texture Paste – for smoothing flyaways and keeping styles sleek
Keune Anti-Humidity Spray – an absolute must for weatherproofing any look
Mousse – an underrated MVP for building volume and hold (Leah says more people should be using it!)
Favorite beauty trend right now?
She's loving the revival of ‘90s updos—think soft tendrils, structured volume, and lots of personality.
Hair tip she swears by:
For frizzy-prone hair, use a styling balm on damp strands before drying. It helps lock out humidity and tames those stubborn flyaways all day long.
💁‍♀️ Style & Personality
Leah’s personal style is a mix of SoCal boho, regal ‘90s nostalgia, and a little bit of “I look too expensive for that.” She loves a soft, feminine beauty look, and she’s known for her updo excitement energy—you’ll catch her literally lighting up when the pins and teasing comb come out.

Off-duty, Leah is: Writing, Rollerskating, or hanging out with her kids.
And yes, she gets very excited if there’s fruit on the wedding morning spread.
Coffee order? Fruit, please.
Dream celebrity hair client? Pamela Anderson—“She’d be hilarious, and her hair is iconic.”
Fun fact? She’s a rollerskating queen 🛼
Words to live by?
Still figuring it out--but if you’ve got a great one, she’s all ears!

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