
Amber Hope Carpenter
she/her
Originally from Virginia, Amber now proudly calls Jacksonville home—and she’s the heart behind Steele Hair Gallery. With over two decades in the industry, she’s known for her lived-in blondes, seamless extensions, and natural transformations that leave clients feeling confident, radiant, and fully themselves. Amber has had the opportunity to travel across the U.S., Canada, and Europe to educate and train stylists on the latest trends and techniques. Her work has been featured in top industry magazines such as Modern Salon, American Salon, Beauty Launchpad, The Colorist, and more. Lately, she's spending a lot more time home in Jax where she’s built a salon in which expertise meets comfort—and where every appointment feels like catching up with an old friend.
Her true passion lies in helping clients discover the version of themselves that’s always been there—just waiting for the right color or extension install to bring it to life. When working with guests, she focuses on customizing a look that not only enhances her client's features but keeps their lifestyle in mind too.
When she’s not behind the chair, Amber is likely spending time with her family, experimenting in the kitchen, trying out a new restaurant, crafting, or planning her next big travel adventure.
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What's your sign?
Aquarius
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What are your specialties?
Lived-in blondes, seamless extensions, natural color transformations, stylist training & education
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What's your favorite styling product and why?
Shibui Peptide Polish Anti-Humidity Spray — “Adds shine, smooths frizz, and never weighs the hair down.”
What beauty tool or product can you not live without?
Curling iron and Botox
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What's your go-to coffee order?
Lavender latte with coconut milk
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If you weren't a stylist, what would you be?
Food blogger
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What are your favorite travel memories?
Italy, London, Colombia, NYC, and getting married in Yosemite
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What's your hidden talent?
Can solve a Rubik’s cube in under two minutes (she used to be faster but she’s out of practice!)
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Favorite local spots:
Strings Sports Brewery, 13 Gypsies, Mesa
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Greatest accomplishment:
Creating a safe, welcoming space where clients and stylists feel at home
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Favorite candy:
Albanese gummy bears + Mounds
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Mantra:
“Be somebody who makes everybody feel like a somebody.”
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Toilet paper-over or under?
Over. Non-negotiable.
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Pineapple on pizza?:
Hard no.
Booking Info
I'm always accepting new clients and would be thrilled to have you in my chair. For the quickest and easiest booking option, book online at the link provided. To protect from no show appointments, a non-refundable deposit is required for all new bookings.
540.460.7553 Text Only Please