About Above Ground

Unique Cuts in Relaxed Surroundings

The goal at Above Ground Hair Studio is to create a place that is just as unique as the stylists themselves. We strive to set new trends in hair styles and give clients a relaxed atmosphere while receiving haircuts and color. Our styles range from fashion forward thinking cuts to simple styles that can be achieved outside the salon.

Nine Years Later...

After spending 9 years doing hair in Honolulu, Hawaii, Dulce "Cookie" Whalen moved to Ann Arbor, MI to open Above Ground Hair Studio. She opened Above Ground in 2002, bringing with her, the same feel and philosophy from her number one voted salon in Honolulu.

Her goal at Above Ground Hair Studio is to create a place that is just as unique as the stylists themselves. She attracts stylists who strive to set new trends in hair styles and aims to create a space that gives clients a relaxed atmosphere while receiving haircuts and color. Above Ground's stylists expertise range from fashion forward thinking cuts to simple styles that can be achieved outside the salon to mastry or curly hair, extensions, and dread locks.

"A lot of clients become friends and family here, our staff is a family," professes Cookie.

Awards and Press
  • Current Reader's Picks Best of Washtenaw County:
    Best Barbershop/Hair Studio 2006
  • Current Reader's Picks Best of Washtenaw County:
    Best Barbershop/Hair Studio 2005