Welcome to Hair by Michelle Sylvia
Nestled in the heart of historic Barnstable Village on Cape Cod, Michelle Sylvia is a master hair stylist and extension artist with her own private chair inside the beautiful St. James North Salon at 3256 Main Street, Barnstable, MA.
Michelle is passionate about creating effortless, luxurious hair that looks and feels undeniably high-end. As a Certified Invisible Bead Extensions (IBE) Artist, hand-tied extensions and seamless, damage-free hair extensions are her true specialty. Every bead, every strand, and every detail is placed with precision, because with Michelle, every hair matters. She is also certified in K-Tips and expertly combines methods for custom hybrid installs when needed. Exciting news: a brand-new extension technique is joining her repertoire in 2026, with Integrative Mesh extensions and hair toppers coming soon!
When it comes to color, Michelle is a master colorist known for lived-in blondes, rich dimensional brunettes, sophisticated gray blending, and seamless gray transitions. Her signature approach delivers stunning, high-end results with minimal upkeep so clients can enjoy their hair color longer between visits.
Clients travel from across state lines (and the bridge!) for Michelle’s chair, drawn not only to her technical mastery of luxury hair services, but also to her warm, welcoming energy. Locals and visitors alike describe the experience as relaxing, fun, and transformative—because with Michelle, you are not just getting your hair done, you are treated like family.
Ready for luxury hair on Cape Cod that turns heads without demanding your whole routine?
Book your consultation today and let’s create something beautiful together!
Meet the Artist
Michelle’s creative journey began more than 25 years ago in the New Hampshire woods, inspired by motherhood and a love of handmade beauty.
What started as hand-stitched dolls and a few signature room sprays grew into a beloved collection of primitive folk art and scents shared with collectors across the country. The name Blackberry Briar was born from summers spent gathering wild blackberries with her daughter—rooted in nature, adventure, and simple joy.
Over the years, Michelle’s artistry has evolved through many mediums, including painting, clay, soy candles, and silversmithing. She creates jewelry from natural treasures like turquoise, shells, sea glass, and beach-worn stones, each piece shaped by time and the elements. Her work has been featured in Prims magazine and shown at craft fairs throughout New England and the Midwest.
Now living on Cape Cod, Michelle continues to create while dreaming of a return to the small, whimsical works that first captured her heart. At her core, she is a DreamWeaver—transforming everyday materials into meaningful, magical pieces inspired by nature, memory, and story.
