Technique explained

How *Sew-In Styling Restores and Polishes Sew-Ins in Washington

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Explains the wash, conditioning, drying and styling steps for refreshing an existing sew-in and what clients should expect.

What the service covers

Sew-In Styling at Studio Chique is meant only for an existing sew-in; our team will cleanse, condition, dry, and style the installed extensions to restore a clean, polished appearance. This service does not include tightening of tracks or reattachment, so guests who need adjustments should book a separate tightening or repair appointment.

The allotted service time is an estimate, not an exact booking length, and appointments may run longer depending on specifics of your visit. Factors such as heavy product buildup, long or dense extensions, or additional styling requests can extend the appointment. We advise allowing flexibility when scheduling, especially for clients traveling from nearby Metro stations after work.

How we prepare your sew-in

Our preparation focuses on cleansing and conditioning to remove buildup and restore manageable slip to the extensions and the natural hair beneath. That consistent base helps ensure drying and styling produce an even, smooth finish; the amount of cleansing or conditioning we perform depends on the condition of your sew-in and prior product use.

Drying and finishing are selected with the desired look and Washington, DC climate in mind. Hot, humid summers can reduce style longevity, so we choose approaches that balance salon polish with realistic hold. If you commute via Rhode Island Ave–Brentwood or Brookland-CUA Metro stations, ask about quick tips to preserve the style after travel.

Choosing hair and add-ons

If you need hair for an install, we offer premium luxury extensions designed for long-term use and professional coloring — simply tell us your desired length and we’ll handle the rest. Sew-In Styling itself assumes extensions are already installed; purchasing hair and scheduling an install are separate services and should be booked accordingly.

Add-ons such as tightening, repairs, or full reinstall are not included and require separate appointments. Plan an additional visit if track adjustments or extensive detangling are needed. Our flexible early-morning and evening booking options help parents and shift workers fit services around Metro commutes and family schedules in the Langdon neighborhood and nearby areas.

To prepare, arrive with your existing sew-in and any reference photos or notes about past services. Tell us if you’ve had recent color or repairs so we can plan appropriately. Allow extra time when booking if you’re coming from Union Market or the Rhode Island Ave–Brentwood corridor.

Price: $130. Duration: 30 minutes. Book online or call to arrange a time that suits commuters and families in Brookland and Brentwood. We offer flexible early-morning and evening booking options to fit before or after Metro commutes or school drop-offs.

Benefits of *Sew-In Styling

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Discover the many advantages of choosing *Sew-In Styling at Studio Chique ~ Luxury Salon & Wellness Spa

Polished salon finish

Cleansing, conditioning, drying and styling restore a smooth, salon-fresh look to your existing sew-in.

Time-efficient service

A concise appointment that refreshes extensions quickly — ideal for commuters and busy family schedules.

Supports extension longevity

Professional maintenance reduces buildup and tangling, helping installed extensions stay wearable longer.

Luxury hair available

Premium extensions for installs are available, designed for long-term use and professional coloring; request your length.

Meet the team

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Ngina Thomas

Master Stylist | K-Tips, Specialty Extensions & Color

With more than three decades in the beauty industry, Ngina Thomas has built a career around helping people feel restored, confident, and seen through beauty, wellness, and intentional care

What began in 2012 in less than 1,500 square feet has grown into more than 4,600 square feet of luxury salon, spa, and wellness experiences in Washington, DC. Today, Studio Chique stands as a destination for corrective beauty, therapeutic wellness, luxury maintenance, and elevated self-care. At the core of what we’ve created here is the worth and intrinsic value of every person who walks through our doors. With love as our foundation, we wanted to create a haven where people feel as valuable as they truly are.

With more than three decades in the beauty industry, Ngina Thomas has built a career around helping people feel restored, confident, and seen through beauty, wellness, and intentional care. What began in 2012 in less than 1,500 square feet has grown into more than 4,600 square feet of luxury salon, spa, and wellness experiences in Washington, DC. Today, Studio Chique stands as a destination for corrective beauty, therapeutic wellness, luxury maintenance, and elevated self-care. At the core of what we’ve created here is the worth and intrinsic value of every person who walks through our doors. With love as our foundation, we wanted to create a haven where people feel as valuable as they truly are.

Ashanti Hylton

Designer Stylist | Natural Hair & Texture Specialist

Ashanti is a passionate natural hair stylist known for her precision, calming presence, and love for texture. She creates intentional, elevated styles that celebrate each guest’s

individuality while delivering a polished, luxury finish.

Ashanti is a passionate natural hair stylist known for her precision, calming presence, and love for texture. She creates intentional, elevated styles that celebrate each guest’s individuality while delivering a polished, luxury finish.

Chyna Davis

Designer Stylist | Lace Customization Expert

Chyna specializes in lace wigs, closure installs, and traditional installs of all kinds. With a love for creating glamorous, flowing styles, she combines precision technique with a flair for

artistry, helping clients achieve head-turning hair every single time. She brings a refined passion for luxury extensions, including lace, closure, frontal, and wig installations that enhance each client’s unique beauty.

Chyna specializes in lace wigs, closure installs, and traditional installs of all kinds. With a love for creating glamorous, flowing styles, she combines precision technique with a flair for artistry, helping clients achieve head-turning hair every single time. She brings a refined passion for luxury extensions, including lace, closure, frontal, and wig installations that enhance each client’s unique beauty.

Clara Smith

Designer Stylist | Hair Health Expert

Bringing over seven years of refined hair care experience, Clara is highly sought after for her expertise in specialty microlink installs, custom color, restorative treatments, and alopecia

solutions. Renowned for her meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising commitment to healthy hair, Clara approaches every service with precision and care. She crafts personalized looks that enhance natural beauty while preserving and strengthening the integrity of each strand, delivering a luxury salon experience that leaves every guest feeling confident and radiant.

Bringing over seven years of refined hair care experience, Clara is highly sought after for her expertise in specialty microlink installs, custom color, restorative treatments, and alopecia solutions. Renowned for her meticulous attention to detail and uncompromising commitment to healthy hair, Clara approaches every service with precision and care. She crafts personalized looks that enhance natural beauty while preserving and strengthening the integrity of each strand, delivering a luxury salon experience that leaves every guest feeling confident and radiant.

Ikea F.

Designer Stylist | Natural Hair Health Expert

Ikea’s passion for hair is evident in every style she executes. Natural hair care with a holistic approach and meticulous execution is her endeavor that each guest can feel. Known for her

warm personality and fun energy, she delivers styles that celebrate natural texture while promoting long-term hair wellness.

Ikea’s passion for hair is evident in every style she executes. Natural hair care with a holistic approach and meticulous execution is her endeavor that each guest can feel. Known for her warm personality and fun energy, she delivers styles that celebrate natural texture while promoting long-term hair wellness.

Whitney Hutcherson

Designer Extensions & Colorist Stylist | Hair Health Expert

As an extensions specialist, Whitney’s specialties include lace and traditional installs styled with glam and perfection. Her execution of healthy hair care choices, dimensional blonding

and precision short cuts is just as flawless, offering celebrity-status work. Whitney’s work is dedicated to crafting polished, fashion-forward looks that are as healthy as they are beautiful.

As an extensions specialist, Whitney’s specialties include lace and traditional installs styled with glam and perfection. Her execution of healthy hair care choices, dimensional blonding, and precision short cuts is just as flawless, offering celebrity-status work. Whitney’s work is dedicated to crafting polished, fashion-forward looks that are as healthy as they are beautiful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about *Sew-In Styling.

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