Tokyo Stylez
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Tokyo Stylez | |
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 Stylez at Hair Expo 2017 | |
| Born | December 15, 1989 Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Hairdresser, wigmaker, entrepreneur |
| Website | touchedbytokyostylez |
Mia Jackson (born December 15, 1989),[1] known professionally as Tokyo Stylez, is a hairstylist and wigmaker originally from Omaha, Nebraska.[2] She is perhaps best-known for her appearances on E!'s Keeping up with the Kardashians and Life of Kylie (2017), where she was featured as Kylie Jenner’s personal hairstylist—a client and friend whom Stylez has stated to have crafted over 100 wigs and hairpieces for.[3]
Stylez has worked with Jenner's sisters Kendall Jenner and Kim Kardashian, as well as supermodel Naomi Campbell, reality stars and influencers such as Bethenny Frankel, Karrueche Tran, Paris Hilton and TS Madison, and actress Gabrielle Union.[4] She has also styled and provided wigs for numerous musicians, rappers and singers, including Beyoncé, Cardi B, Cher, Doja Cat, Fantasia, Kash Doll, Latto, Lil' Kim, Madonna, Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, and Tamar and Toni Braxton, amongst others.[5][6][7][2]
Early life
[edit]Mia Jackson, known publicly as Tokyo Stylez (born William Jackson), grew up in Omaha, Nebraska.[1][8][9] She is of African-American and Native American heritage.[10] Stylez's mother was incarcerated for part of her childhood, at a time when she was still living with her father and younger sister; she began to help by styling her younger sister's hair before school each day.[11][6] By the age of 15, she had gained enough experience that she was being paid to style hair around the neighborhood, and was in-demand from fellow high school students, both boys and girls, as well as family friends and extended family members.[12] Stylez has stated that upon her mother's release from prison, it was a pleasant surprise to show-off her newfound success.[13]
Career
[edit]Tokyo got her start by specializing in sew-in hair extensions but eventually moved into making wigs.[9] Her first celebrity client was Tamar Braxton, however, it was not long until she began making wigs for Kylie Jenner, who found her on Instagram, then her career began to grow rapidly.[8][7]
Tokyo has collaborated with makeup artist and beauty-influencer Hrush Achemyan and hairstylist Jen Atkin.[8][7]
Wigs
[edit]Tokyo gained popularity as a wigmaker through designing wigs for Kylie Jenner and other celebrities. Tokyo states that she has created over 100 wigs for Jenner.[8] She claims to be able to make four to five wigs in one day.[9] Prior to her initial success, Tokyo made a custom wig for a high school student and friend who was battling cancer, after the young lady had contacted Tokyo inquiring about a wig for her prom; Tokyo and her team created, personally delivered and styled the wig for her.[14] Tokyo subsequently began making wigs for another friend's cancer charity; after many inquiries about purchasing the wigs, she eventually began crafting them for her own clients.[11][6][8] Tokyo only uses real, human hair when making her wigs, and tries-on nearly every hairpiece that she makes to ensure its comfort and wearability.[9] She has created wigs worth approximately $3,000 for various celebrities, models and high-profile clients.[15]
Touched by Tokyo Wig Boutique
[edit]Tokyo is set to open a wig boutique in Los Angeles, eventually intending to launch her own international hairstyling company.[16][11]
Personal life
[edit]In November 2019, Tokyo began the transition from male to female, documenting the process on Instagram.[7][1]
Tokyo had a boyfriend, Chris Aaron, who was also her business partner and manager.[17]
Filmography
[edit]Television:
| Year | Show | Role | Notes | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Life of Kylie | Herself | 4 episodes | E! |
| 2020 | Queen of Stylez | Herself | 8 episodes | We TV |
| 2024 | Wiggin’ Out With Tokyo Stylez [18] | Herself | - | We TV |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Elitou, Tweety. "Kylie Jenner And Cardi B's Hairstylist Tokyo Stylez Undergoes Breast And BBL Surgery In The First Steps Of Her Transition". BET. Retrieved 23 March 2020.
- ^ a b Stylez, Tokyo (31 March 2024). "Touched by Tokyo". Omaha Magazine.
It all began in Omaha doing his [Tokyo Stylez's] family's hair. It morphed into an enterprising hustle that became his calling and career. Based in Washington D.C., he's a bicoastal creative with a celebrity client list: Lil' Kim, Toni Braxton, Fantasia, Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, Gabrielle Union, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Kylie Jenner's Hair Guru Tokyo Stylez Explains How She Keeps Her Wigs Blended". 23 May 2016.
- ^ Union, Gabrielle (18 June 2018). "Gabrielle Union Is The Queen Of Nebraska!". AM to DM - YouTube Channel.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Marlowe, Rachel (10 February 2019). "Cardi B Steals Show in Vintage Thierry Mugler Gown and Pearls=10 February 2019". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved 21 March 2019.
- ^ a b c "Tokyo Stylez Makes $3,000 Wigs For Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Kylie Jenner & Herself | Hairstory". YouTube. BET Her. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ a b c d Merrett, Robyn. "Kylie Jenner's Stylist Tokyo Stylez Takes 'First Step' in her Transition, Undergoes Breast Surgery". People. Retrieved 23 March 2020.
- ^ a b c d e Frey, Kaitlyn. "Kylie Jenner's Wig Guru Tokyo Stylez Says She Owns 'At Least 100' of Her Creations". People. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ a b c d Jaques, Renee (28 July 2015). "Kylie Jenner's Hairstylist on Why Wigs Are Trending Right Now". Allure. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ Stylez, Tokyo (31 March 2024). "Touched by Tokyo". Omaha Magazine.
It all began in Omaha doing his [Tokyo Stylez's] family's hair. It morphed into an enterprising hustle that became his calling and career. Based in Washington D.C., he's a bicoastal creative with a celebrity client list: Lil' Kim, Toni Braxton, Fantasia, Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, Gabrielle Union, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b c Diaz, Thatiana. "The One Thing That Can Make Or Break A Wig, According To Tokyo Stylez". Refinery29. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ Stylez, Tokyo (31 March 2024). "Touched by Tokyo". Omaha Magazine.
It all began in Omaha doing his [Tokyo Stylez's] family's hair. It morphed into an enterprising hustle that became his calling and career. Based in Washington D.C., he's a bicoastal creative with a celebrity client list: Lil' Kim, Toni Braxton, Fantasia, Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, Gabrielle Union, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Stylez, Tokyo (31 March 2024). "Touched by Tokyo". Omaha Magazine.
It all began in Omaha doing his [Tokyo Stylez's] family's hair. It morphed into an enterprising hustle that became his calling and career. Based in Washington D.C., he's a bicoastal creative with a celebrity client list: Lil' Kim, Toni Braxton, Fantasia, Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, Gabrielle Union, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Bruk, Diana (30 March 2015). "Teen Battling Cancer Gets an Amazing Surprise Visitor Before Her Senior Prom". Cosmopolitan. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ "Tokyo Stylez Makes $3,000 Wigs For Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Kylie Jenner & Himself". BET Her (YouTube). 2 April 2018.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Denton, Elizabeth (12 April 2019). "Hairstylist Tokyo Stylez Breaks Down How to Style a Wig at a Music Festival". Allure. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ Malec, Brett (10 August 2017). "Kylie Jenner Worries She's Getting Taken Advantage of by His Squad on Life of Kylie: I Do Have Limits as a Boss". E News. Retrieved 8 May 2019.
- ^ "Watch Wiggin' Out With Tokyo Stylez Season Online - We TV".
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