About Us
A Collective team working toward a common goal.
Founded on professionalism and attention to detail, since opening its doors in 2020, The Collective aims to provide consistency and excellence with both your service and the finished product. Our original salon in Carrollton, GA has provided 16 years of customer service fueling the ultimate experience to its clientele. The island location is nothing short of the same. Rest assured you are in the best of hands with our team. With an emphasis on timely service, continuing education, and quality, The Collective will take care of every part of your hair care and styling needs.
We feature a full retail store including R+Co salon products, and a variety of gifting and personal items including but not limited too men's colognes, hand creams, stylings and beard products. We also have hand poured candles, hand and foot balms, bath bombs, styling accessories and much more!
Bryan McLarty: Owner, Master Barber
Available for appointments Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 4pm
Bryan McLarty is a master barber with a keen eye for excellence. Partnering with his wife Stacy, he opened The Collective: A Barber & Salon Company in September of 2020. Originally a West Georgia native, Bryan relocated to Saint Simons Island in 2018 to simplify life and enjoy the beach. Bryan is a United States Coast Guard Veteran, served as a firefighter for over 15 years, and decided to pursue his passion for barbering in 2017. Bryan specializes in men's and boy's haircuts and beard shaping. He has extreme attention to detail, loves the immediate gratification of a great haircut and focuses on punctuality and service. Bryan earned his Master Barber license in Atlanta, GA and has attended continuing education in New York, NY and Orlando, FL. Bryan and Stacy have two children and are enjoying all of the outdoor activities that the island life has to offer.
Stacy McLarty: Owner, Stylist
Available for appointments Monday - Thursday, 9am - 2pm
Stacy is a native in the salon and customer service industry. Originally from West GA, Stacy relocated to the island to enjoy the beach in 2018. Stacy opened her first day spa, Indulge Day Spa in 2004. In 2005 Stacy became a licensed cosmetologist after attending school in Atlanta, GA. She has a wealth of experience in the spa, wellness and beauty industries. She attended the State University of West Georgia and the University of Georgia. Stacy is a graduate of the International School of Skin and Nailcare and West Central Technical College. She has completed advanced training courses at Institut DERMed (Atlanta), The Dermal Institute (Atlanta), Vidal Sassoon (Santa Monica, CA), Bumble and Bumble University (New York, NY) and The Goldwell Academy (New York, NY). After successfully owning and operating Indulge Salon & Day Spa in Carrollton, GA for 16 years, Stacy and her husband Bryan have opened The Collective to offer timely and professional haircare on St. Simons Island.
Mallary Baxter: Stylist (912) 223-1802
Available for appointments Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm
Mallary is a Saint Simons Island OG. Born and raised on the island and has been a haircare provider here for 17 years. Mallary specializes in blondes but performs haircuts, color, and styles for women and children. Mallary is currently accepting new clients and you may call or text to schedule with her. When she isn't in the salon beautifying her clientele, she enjoys the beach, riding bikes with her husband Brett and her pup Cosmo!
