Covet & Mane® Press Highlights

Hand-tied extensions are one of the newer options offered, which Angelone defines as the ultimate customization experience. “They’re seamless and preferred by our stylists, as they require no tape, glue, or heat for application,” she tells Bustle.

After launching the wildly popular hand-tied, professionals-only hair extensions brand, Covet & Mane, Dafina Smith was ready for her next adventure: opening a 4,000-square-foot studio for the ultimate personalized hair extension experience. The Studio is meant to be a flexible workspace, to accommodate education classes, VIP clients, workshops and beyond. Here, she shares details about what stylists can expect at the Covet & Mane Studio and why the industry needs this hair haven.

"[Sew-in extensions are] easier to style than bonded or tape-in extensions," says Dafina Smith, founder and CEO of Covet & Mane. "Our hair offers versatility to wear hair up, down, braided, in a ponytail or bun, and to live an active lifestyle without ever seeing the extensions...They also allow clients and stylists to use hair products and hot tools freely without breaking down bonds."

The mom-of-four wore Covet & Mane hair extensions and had her makeup professionally done by Priscilla DiStasio and was styled by Lina Kidis.

Being a founder means being resilient. I love that in the beauty industry, I'm not a pioneer, I'm not unique, and this industry is very much our playground. I feel so proud to be a part of the transformational and empowering nature of our industry. In terms of authenticity, your business feels like a child you give birth to, so you are super vigilant about the mission and vision and that breeds authenticity in a visceral way.

Even with those 24/7 surveillance cameras on Summer House and Winter House, Ciara Miller always looks camera-ready. Now that she has filmed two Bravo shows in two extremely different climates, she knows which products work for her no matter what season we are in. If you're wondering about her seemingly-perfect hair, Ciara credits Covet & Mane extensions for giving her long, natural-looking locks.