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Emerge Design Studio

About

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Make an impact. We realize our calling is to uplift others. Everything we do has purpose, from the way we hire, do business, and lift our guests; to the way we lift each other, and even the products we choose.

Believe in helping others. We believe in supporting causes in everything we do. We believe in caring for the environment and people in need. We believe in growing people. We believe in making an impact.

Believe in balance at work, life, and play. We believe we have a responsibility to ourselves, our families, and our communities. We believe that our impact effectiveness is highest when we practice self-care.

Emerge Transformed

Life is messy, but we don’t have to navigate it alone – you have a stylist who cares about you. When you step into our salon, you are family and we want you to emerge as your best self, feeling beautiful and confident.

Hi, I’m Erin Watson, and I’m so glad you are here. I started this salon driven by a calling I felt from God, combined with the naive excitement of a young entrepreneur. However, a few years in, my life took a drastic turn. Shortly after having my first child, I went through a divorce. I lost my home, my savings, and my sense of security. My daughter and I had to move into my parents’ basement, and I found myself completely broke and consumed by shame. My goals shifted from thriving to simply surviving.

During this challenging time, I realized the importance of a support system, self-forgiveness, and a radical change in how I viewed myself. I learned that the things I once thought were important weren't, and vice versa. My 'why' has evolved into a deep belief that everyone deserves support and encouragement. I don’t think appearances should matter, but I do believe in the power of feeling good about how you look and its impact on self-esteem.