DREAM
OUT LOUD
Enter The Collective, where craftsmanship and style come together in perfect harmony.
Founded and led by artist and hairstylist Kristen Richey, we stand apart through a dedication to continuous growth and attention to detail.
Each service is thoughtfully crafted to meet your needs, leaving you feeling cared for, beautiful, and confident.
It’s a space where creativity flourishes, individuality is celebrated, and everyone is invited to dream out loud.
DISCOVER OUR
SERVICES
HAIR
At The Collective, every cut is thoughtfully tailored to your unique hair type and personal style.
With 15 years of experience, Kristen is equally skilled in both scissor and razor techniques.
We specialize in curly hair cuts, precision cuts, and pixie cuts.
COLOR
Our color services bring out the best in every hair type. From soft, natural highlights to bold transformations, each look is tailored to your unique style.
We pay close attention to maintaining hair health, so you can enjoy radiant color that complements both your personality and your everyday life.
BROWS
Our eyebrow microblading methods are precise and designed to create natural-looking results, giving you an extra boost of confidence.
Each step of the process is focused on helping you feel at ease, so your new brows feel like a true reflection of you.
OUR CLIENTS SAY….
“Kristen did an amazing job cutting and coloring my hair. She really listened to what I wanted and continue to check in with me throughout the process to make sure I left happy. She is so kind, friendly, and accepting. I loved the experience!” —Natalie
"I admittedly do not keep up with a hair routine. Kristen knows this and accepts the challenge of styling my very thick, very overgrown hair and nails it every single time. I always leave smiling and wondering why I don’t call sooner!" —Tasha
"I have visited Kristin three times now for microblading on my over-plucked Y2K brows. She is seriously talented! Gave me permanent, natural looking brows that require minimal maintenance. If you are considering permanent makeup, look no further. —Anna
Meet
KRISTEN
Born and raised in Iowa, Kristen Richey moved to Ames 15 years ago to refine her craft behind the chair. Early experiments, like foiling her Barbie’s hair, evolved into co-owning and managing one of Ames’ top luxury salons.
Kristen specializes in razor cutting wavy and curly hair, and believes that with the right technique, anyone can wear a pixie or bangs. She sees each client’s hair as a blank canvas and envisions the final look within seconds.
Her dedication to perfecting each cut has earned her multiple nominations as “Best Hairstylist” in the Best of Story County Community Choice Awards.
