Hi, I'm Cat! Hairstylist, makeup artist, color enthusiast, professional problem solver, and firm believer that everyone deserves to feel amazing when they look in the mirror.
For more than 10 years, I've specialized in dimensional color, lived-in blondes and brunettes, vivid fantasy colors, bold placements, and hair that grows out as beautifully as it walks out the door. Whether you're looking for a subtle refresh or a complete transformation, my goal is always the same: creating hair that feels authentically you.
Beauty By
Cat Porras
I believe great hair starts with a great experience. My chair is a judgment free space where everyone is welcome. The socially awkward, the neurodivergent, the extroverts, the queen bees, and everyone in between all have a place here. Expect honest conversations, a little sarcasm, good music, and hair that makes you feel like the hottest version of yourself. My job isn't just to create beautiful hair. It's to make sure you actually enjoy the process, too.
Bridal hair and makeup has become another huge part of my career, and one I never expected to fall so deeply in love with. I've had the privilege of working with more than 400 brides for everything from intimate backyard ceremonies to destination weddings, cruise weddings, and some pretty incredible theme park celebrations. Wedding mornings are equal parts organized chaos, happy tears, hairspray, and coffee. Honestly, I wouldn't have it any other way.
The beauty industry is always changing, and I think that's one of the things I love most about it. New techniques, new products, new trends, and new ways to help my clients feel their best mean there's always something to learn.
Throughout my career, I've invested in advanced education with some of the industry's top hairstylists and makeup artists because I believe my clients deserve someone who's always growing right alongside the industry. Learning has never felt like a requirement to me. It's one of my favorite parts of the job.
My Story / Outside the salon
Let's just say I spent a healthy portion of middle school and high school grounded. Growing up in the MySpace era, that wasn't exactly a punishment. Instead of going anywhere, I turned my bathroom into a makeshift salon, spending hours experimenting with hair, makeup, and every questionable early-2000s beauty trend I could get my hands on.
Turns out all that "practice" accidentally became a career. More than 10 years later, that same curiosity is still what drives me.
When I'm not behind the chair, I'm usually reading fantasy novels, building Legos, raising butterflies, or convincing myself I definitely don't need another coffee, treat and trip to Lukas Nursery.
I'm also a mom to one sarcastic little dude and bonus mom to an amazing little girl. Family, friendships, and community mean everything to me, and I'm incredibly grateful to call Orlando home and serve the community that's supported me for over a decade.
Whether you're coming in for your first haircut, your dream color, or the biggest day of your life, I hope you leave feeling seen, cared for, and maybe laughing a little more than you expected.
