About Us – The Nines

Amy Bonneau

Amy Bonneau moved from Midland in 1995, fresh from cosmetology school, to live her dream to be a hairstylist in Austin, Texas. With 27 years in the industry and an ample amount of stylist knowledge, Amy can offer a wide range of services. Amy really enjoys doing precision fades and considers her self a short hair specialist.

Bessie Sippy

Bessie has been a dual licensed cosmetologist and barber for 6 years. She started her career working in salons, doing women and men’s hair, next to a military base. There, she became greatly skilled with fades of all kinds; which has made her love and lean towards the men’s grooming side of her field. She has knowledge of all hair types. Such experience allows her the ability to give clients the haircut they desire and the product knowledge to style and maintain their haircut. She’s very passionate, takes pride in her work and gives great attention to detail in each cut/style. She’s continuously learning and mastering her skills with seminars and classes to keep up to date on trends and techniques. She believes you can never stop learning in this industry: it’s an art form.

Chatoh Roland

Originally from, central Illinois, Chatoh has been licensed in Cosmetology since 2013. In 2016, Chatoh decided to pack up her belongings and head for bigger and better things in the Austin area. Since her move, she has focused on bettering her skills in men’s grooming. Specifically, becoming more detail-oriented and understanding of what each specific client desires. Chatoh is a great listener and prides herself in customizing haircuts from a thorough consultation.

Dani Miller

Dani Miller has been a licensed cosmetologist since 2007. From the beginning of her career she knew that men’s grooming would be her specialty. Her goal is to empower people by making them look and feel their very best. She takes pride in every service she provides and ensures that every guest is comfortable, confident, and happy when they leave her chair. She believes that magic happens when the human connection begins.

Luz Bazarte

Luz Bazarte is a transplant from Oakland California. She started off in her family’s Beauty Salon, where she learned that hair cutting is her passion. Luz has been in Austin, TX for 18 years and has been a licensed Cosmetologist for 20 years. Connecting with people and understanding what they want is Luz’s top priority. She also enjoys great conversation. Over the years, Luz’s focus has shifted to specializing in men’s grooming. She works well with all types of hair textures and pays close attention to detail.

Kat Lund

Kat is a licensed barber and has been passionate about men’s grooming since the beginning of her 23 year career. As a haircutting educator for 15 years she has mentored several very successful stylists. She was awarded Austin Chronicle’s “Best Stylist” award during her 10 year stint at one of Austin’s top salons. In addition, she has created and implemented multi-department spa training program curriculums. Extremely high quality services are a true passion of hers. Please note that Kat is no longer accepting appointments at The Nines.

CJ Schimmels

CJ Schimmels is a native Austinite, and has been a licensed cosmetologist since 1995. Her background originated in Toni & Guy precision hair cutting, and has worked in several upscale spas and barbershops. Her experience includes owning an award winning barbershop in Houston, and has serviced several celebrities over the years. In 2014, CJ and her sister Kat, decided to start the process of opening The Nines. Some of their inspiration came from Austin’s Legendary El Rey Club, which was an Austin Men’s Barber Spa in the mid 2000’s. CJ’s goal is to make everyone feel relaxed and assured, while each guests hair style is created .CJ is a good listener, and works together to achieve A fitting hairstyle for each guests lifestyle & hair type. The satisfaction of the guest And their hair cutting experience, is CJ’s top priority!

Please, No Unattended Children Allowed in the Waiting Area.