Salon Antebellum was founded and created by Master Artist Kelly Bileddo.  She was born and raised in the south side of St. Louis City.  She worked as a teacher for early childhood education for 3 years and knew that her choice of future was not what her heart desired.  As many do in this world of life, Kelly went through many obstacles determining her future. In 2004, after graduating with honors from National Academy of Beauty Arts, Kelly began her journey in the hair industry.  If you know Kelly at all, she strives in the belief that if what you are doing in your life…or career doesn’t feel right, then you are doing something wrong.  In 2005, Kelly ventured into the field of education with Sexy Hair Concepts; for her love to teach never disapaited.  After two years as an education business expert Kelly moved up in command as the Regional Educational manager of the Midwest.  Kelly managed education for Sexy Hair in over eleven states within the US.  After over a year of managing, Kelly realized her true passion for hairdressing was found in growing other hairdressers to succeed in the beauty industry.  Her overall objective was to encouarage other hairdressers that finding your true artist is what brings your talent to surface level.  It is the matter of having the right inspiration to motivate you in the right direction.  Over the next few years, Kelly journeyed with Sexy Hair across the United States growing herself with talent and education while inspiring others to trust in themselves as an artist and a visionary.  She has grown in her own career while working with inspiring mentors such as Michael O’Rourke, founder of Sexy Hair Concepts, Rafe Hardy, Creative Director of Sexy Hair and inspiring artists such as Steven Melito and Rona Jacobs.  After many years of hard work, passion, and education, Kelly Bileddo was announced as one of 16 Master Artist's world wide and an inspiration to her students that encounter her. 

Kelly has endured great success on her journey with Sexy Hair.  This encounter of success has grown Kelly to continue her education building at Salon Antebellum.  Salon Antebellum is a growing atmosphere for all stylists.  Kelly has developed a passion to mentor her employees with actions for success in their careers and creative freedom to utilize their artistic abilities to the full extent.