Meet the Artist
Sterling Styles
VB Master Hairstylist at AOC Salons
With over 15 years of award-winning experience and a global perspective, Sterling Styles brings unparalleled expertise, precision, and creativity to every client at the best salon in VA Beach.
Sterling graduated with all honors from Paul Mitchell Academy in 2010, then completed a rigorous two-year apprenticeship at one of the world’s top 200 salons — a prestigious French salon in Sarasota, Florida. He later honed his craft with an advanced precision cutting course at the legendary Vidal Sassoon Academy. In 2015, he opened his own boutique luxury salon in downtown Richmond, Virginia, quickly establishing himself as the go-to expert for stunning balayage highlights, beautifully layered haircuts, chic short pixies, polished men’s grooming, and all fashion-forward short styles.
After 11 successful years running his salon, Sterling sold the business to pursue his passion for sailing and travel, returning with fresh inspiration and an even sharper eye for what makes hair look effortlessly beautiful. Now a Master Stylist at AOC Salons, he combines classical French and British training into his signature “fresh and fritish” approach — a perfect blend of refined European technique with modern, wearable style.
Whether you’re looking for timeless elegance, a bold new look, or something fun and funky, Sterling delivers personalized results that enhance your features, boost your confidence, and turn heads. His clients love his attentive listening, technical mastery, and ability to create hair that looks natural yet extraordinary.
Come see the best salon in VB! Book your appointment with Sterling Styles at AOC Salons today and experience the difference true mastery makes. Classic, contemporary, or completely creative — your best hair is waiting.
Signature Services
Signature cuts
I specialize in classic shapes with wearable, modern style — timeless cuts that look effortlessly polished every day.
Every great haircut begins with a thorough, personalized consultation. I take the time to truly listen — understanding your preferences, challenges, daily routine, and at-home styling habits. From there, I craft a cut that complements not only your facial features and lifestyle, but also your unique personal style.
Balayage and Highlights
My signature balayage and highlights are hand-crafted to deliver a beautifully livable, sun-kissed glow. Using advanced freehand techniques, I custom-blend dimensional tones that melt seamlessly from highlights into lowlights, creating soft, natural transitions with no harsh lines.
The result is an effortlessly radiant look that appears as if you’ve spent weeks in the sun — luminous, multi-dimensional, and completely natural. Whether you want subtle enhancement or bold brightness, each placement is tailored to your hair texture, skin tone, and lifestyle for a fresh, glowing finish that grows out gracefully.
Dimensional Color
My dimensional color services bring depth, movement, and personality to your hair through expertly blended tones and strategic placement. Whether you want to gracefully blend emerging greys for a soft, natural transition or fully cover them with rich, even color, I tailor every formula to your hair’s unique needs and your desired outcome.
From subtle seasonal pops of color that catch the light beautifully to bold, transformative looks that make a statement, each service is hand-crafted for luminous, multi-dimensional results that enhance your natural beauty and reflect your current style and mood.
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2026 Lookbook
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