Technique explained

How Specialty Extension Styling (Non-Sew-In) works in Washington

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An overview of how we refresh, maintain, and style microlinks, beaded and hand-tied wefts for a natural, polished finish.

What this service covers

This service is built specifically for non-sew-in extensions: microlinks, beaded wefts, and hand-tied wefts. The focus is on refreshing, maintaining, and styling those attachment types so extensions look polished and natural. It is not suitable for traditional sew-ins, and styling for I-Tips or K-Tips is not included.

Appointments are organized around the condition and attachment type of your extensions rather than a standard cut-and-style. Expect discussion of blend, parting, and how the extensions sit with your natural hair. Service duration is an estimate — 45 minutes — and may vary depending on weave type, length, and styling choices.

Choosing and purchasing hair

If you need hair for your install, we offer premium luxury extensions designed for long-term use and professional coloring. Simply tell us your desired length and we will source and prepare hair suited to microlinks, beaded wefts, or hand-tied wefts. We handle selection so the texture and weight match your natural hair and chosen attachment method.

Selecting premium hair increases styling longevity and color options, but it also shapes maintenance needs. Washington’s humid summers and everyday commuter life can affect how extensions fall and hold styles. We’ll factor local climate and your daily routine — such as Metro commuting or active family schedules — when recommending hair and styling approaches.

What to expect at appointment

At the appointment we review your current extensions (if any), confirm the attachment type, and agree on the finished look. If you currently have a traditional sew-in installed, this service is not appropriate — please do not book. The stylist will refresh and style non-sew-in attachments while adjusting parting and blends as needed; timing may vary.

Studio Chique’s Langdon location is convenient for after-work or midday visits for clients commuting via Rhode Island Ave–Brentwood or Brookland-CUA Metro stations. We offer flexible early-morning and evening slots to accommodate parents and shift workers. Plan to arrive ready to discuss length, color goals, and any recent changes to your natural hair or extension condition.

Bring any existing extension hair or let us supply premium luxury hair matched to your desired length. Remember: this service is exclusively for microlinks, beaded wefts, and hand-tied wefts; do not book if you have a traditional sew-in installed.

Appointments start at a focused 45 minutes but can be longer depending on details. If you commute through Rhode Island Avenue NE or plan a self-care stop near the U.S. National Arboretum or Union Market, ask about available time slots that fit your schedule.

Benefits of Specialty Extension Styling (Non-Sew-In)

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Discover the many advantages of choosing Specialty Extension Styling (Non-Sew-In) at Studio Chique ~ Luxury Salon & Wellness Spa

Premium salon hair

Luxury extensions designed for long-term wear and professional coloring for better blending and styling.

Natural blended styling

Work focused on parting, layering, and blending to make extensions look seamless with your natural hair.

Efficient appointments

A focused service with an estimated 45 minutes duration to fit after-work or midday schedules.

Local convenience

Studio Chique’s Langdon location is easy to reach from Rhode Island Ave–Brentwood and Brookland-CUA Metro.

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.

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

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