About Amici Salon
Welcome to Amici Salon -- a warm, friendly neighborhood salon in Nutley where "friends" (that's what "Amici" means in Italian) come to relax, refresh, and feel truly cared for. Owned by Joanne Yavorski Kirk, we've built our reputation on listening to you, delivering beautiful, manageable results, and creating a comfortable atmosphere that feels like home. With decades of experience among our talented team, we specialize in classic cuts, natural-looking color, and everyday styling that suits your lifestyle.
Meet Our Team
Joanne Yavorski Kirk
Owner & Stylist
With over 25 years in the industry, Joanne has returned to her roots in Nutley after owning salons across Essex and Sussex Counties. She's passionate about continual education, using the latest techniques to create flattering, easy-to-maintain styles. Joanne hand-picks her team for shared values of kindness and skill, and her warmth sets the inviting tone you'll feel the moment you walk through the door.
Michelle Bernardo
Nail Technician
Michelle has been perfecting beautiful nails for nearly 40 years. A graduate of Capri Institute, she specializes in traditional manicures, pedicures, tips, silk and linen wraps, and long-lasting soak-off manicures. Clients love her attention to detail and the relaxing experience she provides.
Amy Wilson
Stylist
A graduate of Parisian Beauty Academy, Amy continues to advance her skills with classes in color, makeup, and eyelash extensions. She's worked with top brands like Wella, Davines, Redken, Paul Mitchell, Lanza, and MAC. Amy loves helping clients express their inner spirit through beautiful hair that feels authentically "them."
Laura Laino
Stylist
Laura has brought her talents to Nutley clients since graduating from Park Beauty School in 1967. After owning her own salon for 25 years, she now delights in creating beautiful perms, highlights, and classic styles that make her clients feel confident and cared for.
Florence Madrigano
Stylist
With five decades of experience, Flo is a true artist in cuts, sets, perms, blow-outs, and especially creative coloring and highlighting. A graduate of the American College of Cosmetology, she's thrilled to share her expertise and warm personality with the Amici family.
Liz De Munno
Stylist
A lifelong Nutley resident and Capri Institute graduate, Liz has been making clients feel beautiful for over 40 years. She excels in blow-dries, sets, colors, perms, and cuts for women, men, and children -- always in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
Tara Casey
Stylist
A Capri Institute graduate, Tara has earned awards for special effects and wedding makeup. She's taken advanced classes with Wella and specializes in cutting, special occasion updos, and bridal styling. Tara loves making every client leave feeling amazing and completely at ease.