Evalyn Parsons
Co-Founder | CEO of The Evalyn Parsons Group
With over 28 years of industry experience, Evalyn Parsons is a nationally acclaimed bridal and event hair stylist, and the proud owner of her namesake salon and wedding business on the Sunshine Coast since 2004. Known for her timeless and elegant approach, Evalyn has styled thousands of brides and is a trusted name in the Australian wedding industry.
A 6x ABIA National Winner and 11x State Award recipient, Evalyn’s work has been featured on magazine covers, in fashion editorials, and at high-profile events. She is also a Wella Colour Expert, Showpony Master Extensionist, and a regular contributor to Wella’s innovation and education programs.
Evalyn leads her salon team with creativity, care, and vision—constantly refreshing skills, mentoring stylists, and delivering stunning results, from flawless blondes to fashion-forward cuts.
Outside the salon, Evalyn loves nothing more than time with her husband Greg, their five beautiful children, baking treats, and keeping active in nature.
The Evalyn Parsons Team
The team at Evalyn Parsons Salon are an incredible group of individually talented Stylists, each having their own speciality areas. From Emerging Stylists to Managing Stylists, we have one shared goal...a happy you. In true Evalyn-style, we all are dedicated to a warm welcome and listening first.
Meet our incredible team.
Claire
Salon Manager | Managing Stylist
Precision Cutting | Lived-In Blondes | Technical Expert
Claire brings over 26 years of hairdressing expertise to the Sunshine Coast, having recently relocated with her family from Hobart. She joins the team with a rich background from one of Hobart’s most prestigious salons, and a passion for creating effortlessly beautiful hair. Claire specialises in Lived-in Blondes, Brondes, and creamy Bright Blondes, and is highly regarded for her Precision Cutting—crafting each style to suit her client’s individual personality and lifestyle. Outside the salon, Claire enjoys soaking up the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast with her family.
Emily
Coordinator
Emily is our friendly, bubbly salon coordinator, with a wealth of hair knowledge after years of being a master stylist and managing other salons.
She will be there to welcome you into the salon, manage your appointments and offer detailed knowledge & advice on hair care products and styling.
Marlena
Master Stylist | Makeup Artist
Wedding & Event Hair Styling | Wedding & Event Makeup | Cutting | Colouring
Marlena brings over 25 years of experience in the hair and beauty industry to her role as Master Stylist and in-house Makeup Artist at Evalyn Parsons. Passionate about enhancing natural beauty, Marlena specialises in creating personalised looks that reflect each client’s individual style—whether it’s a radiant blonde, a rich warm brunette, or flawless event-ready makeup.
Her experience spans both salon and screen, having worked extensively with Channel 7 and Channel 10 on professional hair and makeup for on-set productions. Known for her warm approach and creative eye, Marlena transforms every appointment into a polished, confidence-boosting experience.
Tori
Senior Stylist
Lived-in Colours | Blondes | Balayage | Yuko Straightening Treatments
Tori has been a valued member of the Evalyn Parsons team for several years, during which time she has honed her expertise across all aspects of colouring and cutting. She is also our in-house Yuko Hair Straightening expert, known for delivering smooth, sleek results with precision and care.
Tori’s passion for creating beautiful hair is matched by the genuine care she shows each of her clients—ensuring every visit is a positive, personalised experience.
When she's not in the salon, Tori loves spending time with her family and boyfriend, exploring the outdoors, camping, and planning her next travel adventure.
Katherine
Master Stylist
Cutting | Colouring
Katherine's specialties include blonde work, balayage, and tape-in extensions, though she is confident in all aspects of cutting and colouring.
What Katherine loves most - helping people feel confident and beautiful. She is especially passionate about personalised customer service and creating a welcoming, end-to-end experience for every guest.
Stephanie
Senior Stylist
Blondes | Showpony Hair Extensions |
Lived-in Colour
Stephanie joined the Evalyn Parsons team after relocating from the UK to the stunning Sunshine Coast just over a year ago, bringing with her a fresh perspective and a deep passion for hairdressing. She has a particular love for creating beautiful blondes and lived-in balayage, and is a passionate Showpony Hair Extensionist specialising in Tape.
With a warm and approachable nature, Stephanie is dedicated to making each client feel confident, cared for, and completely at ease in her chair.
When she’s not in the salon, you’ll find Stephanie soaking up the best of coastal life, spending quality time with her family and exploring all the natural beauty the Sunshine Coast has to offer.
Sami
Senior Stylist | Assistant Wedding Stylist
Blondes | Event & Wedding Hair Styling | Showpony Hair Extensions | Colouring | Cutting
Sami is a passionate colour specialist dedicated to creating stunning lived-in blondes, rich brunettes, and vibrant colours. Her expertise extends to hair extensions, specialising in weft and tape methods for added volume and length. When Sami is not in the salon, you might find her assisting our talented wedding hair stylists, helping to create unforgettable bridal looks.
Sami was born and raised on the Sunshine Coast and couldn't imagine herself living anywhere else.
On her days off from the salon you will find her relaxing at the beach or taking a dance class.
Anae
Emerging Stylist 3rd Year
Blondes | Transformations | Colours | Styling
Anae is our vivacious and talented third-year Emerging Stylist, bringing an infectious energy and deep passion for hair to the Evalyn Parsons team. With a natural flair and growing expertise, she is already turning heads with her precise foiling work, beautiful cuts, and polished blow-dries. Her attention to detail and commitment to learning make her one to watch as she continues to develop her craft.
But Anae’s talents don’t stop at styling—she’s also our go-to for the ultimate moment of relaxation. Her luxurious hair treatments and soothing head massages at the basin are nothing short of heavenly, offering clients a truly pampering experience.
Outside of the salon, Anae loves expressing her creativity through singing, staying active, and getting lost in a good book. Her warm personality and genuine love for what she does make every appointment with her a feel-good experience.
Chloe
Emerging Stylist
Cutting | Colouring
Chloe is an emerging styist who loves meeting her clients and helping them find the perfect hair colour and cut to suit them.She loves creating rich, warm chocolates and coppers as well as blonde foiling and lived-in blondes. Pair this with her love for finishing off the style with a beautiful cut or blow-dry.
In her downtime she likes to spend time with her family in the countryside where she lives. Chloe is an absolute treasure to have in the salon and we can't wait for you to meet her.
Suzanne
Master Stylist
Colour Specialist | Cut Specialist
Suzanne has been a valued member of the Evalyn Parsons team for over a decade, and her warm, friendly nature continues to be cherished by our clients and team alike. Suzanne has truly mastered the art of creating beautiful colours and effortlessly stylish cuts, always tailoring her work to suit each individual.
Her calm presence, experience, and dedication make her an integral part of the team.
Outside the salon, Suzanne enjoys spending quality time with her family, staying active, and catching up with friends.
Olivia
Emerging Stylist
Treatments | Styles | Blondes
Olivia is our first-year emerging stylist with a passion for hair! She's full of energy and learning the craft of hairdressing quickly.
You'll find Olivia keeping the salon spotless, making your favourite drinks, offering beauty services, providing relaxing basin treatments, and assisting the senior stylist with foil and finishing work.
Micah
Assistant Salon Coordinator
Client Care | Team Care | Salon Care
Micah is our friendly and efficient Assistant Salon Coordinator, playing a key role in supporting our team and clients during our evening sessions. Always approachable and attentive, Micah ensures everything behind the scenes runs smoothly—whether that’s offering a refreshing drink, helping with bookings, or simply making guests feel welcome.
Having recently returned from a year in Italy, Micah brings a touch of European charm to the salon—and if you’re up for a little Italian conversation, he’s more than happy to oblige!
Em
Executive Assistant to Evalyn
EA | Business Administrator
After eighteen months exhilarating months exploring the world, Em has finally returned to her happy place; the Sunshine Coast!
Coming back also means rejoining the wonderful team at Evalyn Parsons. Her love for organisation and keeping things running smoothly makes her a natural fit as Evalyn's Executive Assistant & Business Administrator. She thrives on helping to ensure everything stays on track for a successful and productive work environment.
But when it's time to unwind, you'll find her embracing Caloundra's active lifestyle, enjoying kitesurfing, hitting the trails for a walk or run, or simply catching up with loved ones.
Amelia
Wedding Administration
Complete Wedding Hair Organisation | Bride Care & Liaison
Amelia is the friendly, organised force behind the seamless experience our brides enjoy at Evalyn Parsons. As our Bridal Coordinator and Client Liaison, she manages everything from responding to bride enquiries and scheduling hair trials to ensuring every wedding day runs smoothly. She’s also a key support for our salon team, often the warm voice you’ll hear when calling to make an appointment.
With a natural talent for organisation and a genuine love for helping others, Amelia keeps everything running behind the scenes so our clients feel supported and cared for from the very first interaction.
Outside of work, Amelia loves exploring the Sunshine Coast with her young family, making the most of everything this beautiful region has to offer.