Marcos Monje, owner of Ace of Fades & New York native, possesses an impressive 20 year tenure in the art of hair cutting. With over 10 years of experience as a master barber, Marcos has garnered a distinguished reputation in the industry. His exceptional skills have attracted a clientele that includes notable personalities such as NFL players like Emmanuel Sanders, esteemed actors like Corwin Tuggles, Shamir Johnson, Char Jacobs, renowned TV personality Kalen Allen, as well as esteemed author and activist DeRay Mckesson. Marcos has also had the privilege of styling hair for models featured in prestigious publications like GQ magazine, prominent ad-campaigns such as DKNY, worked with the actors on set of B-Boy Blues on BET+, rappers Bodega Bamz and Hell Rell from Dip Set, and on television shows such as Law & Order and live television performances on networks like NBC.

Living and working in the beating heart of New York City, Marcos observed a burgeoning trend in the industry and astutely identified hair units for men as the next frontier to explore. Enthralled by this new endeavor, Marcos sought to refine his expertise by undertaking specialized training from masters in the industry. Driven by an unwavering commitment to learn from the best, he participated in transformative classes from the esteemed Wade Menendez, also known as “Wade the Barber” as well as John Cotton at John Cotton Hair Studios. During this extensive training, he honed his craft, ensuring his hair unit techniques reached a level of unparalleled mastery.

Presently, Marcos has been meticulously crafting stunning hair units for over six years and is continuously expanding his artistry and skillset to remaining at the cutting edge of hair replacement services and hair styling. His ever growing list of clients stands as a testament to his commitment to making sure every client is completely satisfied with their look.

As the proud owner of Ace of Fades, conveniently located on E 59th St. between Lexington and Park Ave., Marcos prioritizes client privacy, upholds the highest standards of customer service, and offers the highest quality work. He is delighted to share that his hard work has led to significant success, and he takes great pride in using his craft to give people the confidence they deserve.