Sarah on the national stage: Savvy Hair
Award-winning Christchurch hairstylist Sarah McGuigan was named in the top eight hairdressers nationwide at the prestigious Australian Hair Industry Awards in June. Cashmere’s Savvy Hair salon is no stranger to award-winning skill, and founder Sarah levelled up last year’s South Island Hairdresser of the Year title when she became one of eight finalists […]
Fighting grey regrowth? – V for Hair
Merivale-based master stylist and grey transition specialist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee constantly hears concerns from new clients who can’t get their colour right. “Typically, they are caught in a frustrating cycle of obvious grey regrowth, brassy brown ends, endless foils, toners, and colour appointments that never achieve the result they want,” Vicki explains. “They’ve been […]
Go grey: V for Hair
Going grey is no longer about ‘giving up’ colour, says Merivale master stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee. “Today, it is about creating a look that feels sophisticated, modern, and completely personalised to you. More women are embracing their natural grey and discovering that with the right cut, tone, and expert guidance, grey hair can look […]
New season, new hair: Haar Design
Catch the light with a fresh brunette colour or sport a brand new bob this season. Master stylist Caro Haar offers up her expertise on bringing the latest trends to your locks. Glossy and gorgeous, brunette hair has become a big trend in Caro’s St Albans-based salon Haar Design. “Rich brunette tones add […]
How to find your perfect colour: Savvy hair
Award-winning hairstylist Sarah McGuigan says confidence comes from choosing a colour that feels authentic to your personal style. We sat down with the owner of Cashmere’s Savvy Hair to find out how to choose and wear your next colour with flair. Q. Sarah, how can readers find out which hair colour is right […]
Stress, hormones and women’s hair loss: Hair Mantra
More younger women and girls are seeking answers to an issue once associated with later life – hair loss. “I’m seeing young women, even in puberty, experiencing noticeable hair loss,” says Dr Padmaja Redekar, certified trichologist and owner of Hairmantra in Christchurch. “Increasingly, it’s appearing much earlier. Hair is a reflection of what’s […]
What’s hot in hair: Haar Design
Christchurch stylist Caro Haar shares the latest hair trends, from an intentional shift to a 70s and 90s-inspired renaissance. “We’re moving towards sleek, soft textures and away from overly messy styles – hair is becoming much more intentional in 2026,” says Caro, owner of Haar Design in St Albans. Caro notes a shift […]
Hair for good: Savvy Hair
This boutique hair salon at the foot of Cashmere Hills is the home of the South Island’s 2025 hairdresser of the year. “Savvy Hair is a refined hair salon where beautiful hair meets conscious luxury,” says founder Sarah McGuigan, crowned South Island’s best hairdresser last year, with other awards finalists in her team. […]
Crowning glory: Georgies Wig Shop
Losing our hair can feel like losing our identity, whether the loss is permanent or temporary, a quality wig or topper can make all the difference to self-esteem and life quality. The relationship most of us have with our hair is complicated. Our hair is bound up with our identity, and losing it […]
Embracing grey: consultation is key: V for Hair
One of the biggest myths about going grey is that it’s simply a matter of letting your colour grow out, says master stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee. Embracing grey starts with a personalised consultation and a grey hair expert. “At V For Hair Merivale, every grey transition begins with time spent understanding you. Your skin […]
