We have the Best Barbers around and we’re ready for you to find out what makes Modern Gents The NEW Standard in Grooming Lounges.
* Please Note all Master Barber / Stylist II hair services will have a $5 Dollar Master Barber II fee at checkout.
Maks
Barber
Maks is a Sarasota native who found his passion for men's hair in cosmetology school. When he sets his mind on something, he doesn't stop at average. He is always learning and doing everything that he can to perfect his craft and take his skills to the next level. The ability to make people look and feel good about themselves is one of the many reasons that Maks loves what he does.
Yusmanis
Barber
Yusmanis is from Cuba. He has been a barber for 8 years. He prides himself in giving clients an excellent experience and has great attention to detail. He mastered the art of fading but is always expanding his knowledge of the trade.
Franco
Barber
Franco was born and raised in Costa Rica where he was first introduced to the craft of barbering. He quickly learned that it was his passion, and he has been mastering his craft ever since. He gets many of his inspirations from traditional barbering, but he loves adding that twist of the modern styles. Franco appreciates building strong relationships with his clients and enjoys helping them express their personalities through their appearance.
Layla
Barber
Layla grew up in Colorado before moving down to the Sunshine state. She decided to pursue barbering following in the footsteps of her older brother and mentor Chris. Once she started, she quickly realized that she had a gift in Men’s Grooming. Layla prides herself in being a good listener and always trying to give the customer exactly what they want. From scissor cuts, fades, to coloring, Layla loves it all.
Hillis
Master Barber II
Hillis is one of those once in a lifetime barbers. He owned his own barbershop in Sarasota for almost 50 years before coming to the Modern Gents team. His favorite part of the industry is when he has an opportunity to service numerous generations. He has several families that he has done 4 generations of haircuts. Hillis specializes in cuts with people with special needs, along with flat tops, shaves, fades, and virtually any men’s grooming service. Hillis has two children, and both of them have followed in his footsteps in the hair industry.
Ann
Master Barber
Ann comes to us from Denver, Colorado where she has worked in the men's grooming and styling business for over 20 years. Ann creates a relaxed and confident atmosphere for her customer's so they feel at ease when they get a precision cut, shave, beard trim or fade from the latest 2020 styles and exactly what they are looking for. You will find experience, professionalism and passion in her barbering! These days life isn't perfect, but your hair can be!
Joe
Master Barber II
Joe was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and is a third generation barber. Joe owned his own shop and was a barber instructor at LaBarberia Institute of Hair in Cleveland. He has over 30 years of experience. Joe is a perfectionist in his field and making the client happy is his number one goal!
Berny
Master Barber
Berny was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. In 1997 he started his Master Barber career in New York City as a young ambitious 20 year old! In 2000 Berny opened up his two barbershops Berny Blades Barbershop in Sunnyside/ Woodside area. These past 21 years of interacting with and servicing people & cultures from Latin America as well as many people of diverse cultures and languages has given Berny a unique cultural prospective and skillset. Berny Is looking forward to using his experiences in the next chapter of his and his family's life in making Florida their new home. Aside from providing exceptional hair expertise, Berny is also very passionate about cooking and earned his culinary degree recently! He hopes to one day own a food truck and restaurant business and connect his two passions together.
* Please Note all Master Barber / Stylist II hair services will have a $5 Dollar Master Barber II fee at checkout.
Layla
Barber
Layla grew up in Colorado before moving down to the Sunshine state. She decided to pursue barbering following in the footsteps of her older brother and mentor Chris. Once she started, she quickly realized that she had a gift in Men’s Grooming. Layla prides herself in being a good listener and always trying to give the customer exactly what they want. From scissor cuts, fades, to coloring, Layla loves it all.
Hillis
Master Barber II
Hillis is one of those once in a lifetime barbers. He owned his own barbershop in Sarasota for almost 50 years before coming to the Modern Gents team. His favorite part of the industry is when he has an opportunity to service numerous generations. He has several families that he has done 4 generations of haircuts. Hillis specializes in cuts with people with special needs, along with flat tops, shaves, fades, and virtually any men’s grooming service. Hillis has two children, and both of them have followed in his footsteps in the hair industry.
Maks
Barber
Maks is a Sarasota native who found his passion for men's hair in cosmetology school. When he sets his mind on something, he doesn't stop at average. He is always learning and doing everything that he can to perfect his craft and take his skills to the next level. The ability to make people look and feel good about themselves is one of the many reasons that Maks loves what he does.
* Please Note all Master Barber / Stylist II hair services will have a $5 Dollar Master Barber II fee at checkout.
Ann
Master Barber
Ann comes to us from Denver, Colorado where she has worked in the men's grooming and styling business for over 20 years. Ann creates a relaxed and confident atmosphere for her customer's so they feel at ease when they get a precision cut, shave, beard trim or fade from the latest 2020 styles and exactly what they are looking for. You will find experience, professionalism and passion in her barbering! These days life isn't perfect, but your hair can be!
Joe
Master Barber II
Joe was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio and is a third generation barber. Joe owned his own shop and was a barber instructor at LaBarberia Institute of Hair in Cleveland. He has over 30 years of experience. Joe is a perfectionist in his field and making the client happy is his number one goal!
Yusmanis
Barber
Yusmanis is from Cuba. He has been a barber for 8 years. He prides himself in giving clients an excellent experience and has great attention to detail. He mastered the art of fading but is always expanding his knowledge of the trade.
Franco
Barber
Franco was born and raised in Costa Rica where he was first introduced to the craft of barbering. He quickly learned that it was his passion, and he has been mastering his craft ever since. He gets many of his inspirations from traditional barbering, but he loves adding that twist of the modern styles. Franco appreciates building strong relationships with his clients and enjoys helping them express their personalities through their appearance.
Berny
Master Barber
Berny was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. In 1997 he started his Master Barber career in New York City as a young ambitious 20 year old! In 2000 Berny opened up his two barbershops Berny Blades Barbershop in Sunnyside/ Woodside area. These past 21 years of interacting with and servicing people & cultures from Latin America as well as many people of diverse cultures and languages has given Berny a unique cultural prospective and skillset. Berny Is looking forward to using his experiences in the next chapter of his and his family's life in making Florida their new home. Aside from providing exceptional hair expertise, Berny is also very passionate about cooking and earned his culinary degree recently! He hopes to one day own a food truck and restaurant business and connect his two passions together.
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MODERN GENTS
Modern Gents is Lakewood Ranch and University Park’s premier male grooming experience. Offering services that have been lost over time with a new fresh look and added appeal of a craft beer and wine bar.
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Monday-Friday: 9am - 7pm
Saturday: 9am - 6pm