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 […]
Hack your hair health: IvyNine
Light-filled and home to luscious locks, you’ll be lovestruck when you step inside the latest hair studio on Barbadoes Street. IvyNine is designed to feel less like a traditional salon and more like a welcoming home,” says founder and senior stylist Amy Cox-Cahill. “Our services focus on luxurious, healthy hair – lived-in blondes, […]
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 […]
On trend: Haar Design
Christchurch stylist Caro Haar offers up the latest hair trends – unveiling a renaissance inspired by the 70s and 90s. “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. Long, luscious locks […]
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