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 Entertaining hair cuts |
70 The Terrace Sun Microsystems House Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 4606 |
As well as great haircuts, there is entertainment on offer at this recently established barber's shop in central Wellington. If you are a Playstation fanatic or a sports fan, play games or watch a rugby match on Sky Television, while getting your hair cut by experienced stylists. The two owner-operators have more than 30 years hair cutting experience between them. Prices are very competitive and children receive discounts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Professional beauty care |
Corner Cuba & Manners Streets Ground Floor James Smith Corner Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 9193 |
Indulge yourself in some tender loving care at this small beauty salon, that specialises in professional beauty and nail care for men and women. Whether it is an eyebrow wax, facial, manicure or a relaxing therapeutic massage, you will be well looked after by the salon's fully trained professionals. Come by for an eyebrow wax and shape or a revitalising facial. The shop also stocks a range of beauty accessories, including nail kits and tanning products. Located in the central city on the ground floor of James Smith Corner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern accessories |
250 Lambton Quay Capital on the Quay Arcade Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 7157 |
Whether you are looking for the right accessory to add that finishing touch to a new outfit or an outrageous hat for Race Day, chances are you will find it at this stylish boutique. The store offers a great selection of hats, handbags, jewellery and scarves. There is something to suit most budgets and the staff is friendly and helpful. Located in the central city in the modern Capital on the Quay arcade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Daringly different styles |
Shop 16, Harbour City Centre 179 Lambton Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 9262 http://bluecactus.co.nz/ |
If you are looking for something daringly different in hairstyles this modern, centrally located salon is the place to go. It has 10 qualified award-winning stylists who provide a full range of professional hair care services. If your tastes do not run to the zany and way out then their friendly professionals can give you a more traditional look that is still a cut above the rest. The salon has two locations, one handy to the Cable Car, the other in the inner city suburb of Newtown. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Region's top stylists |
100 Willis Street Majestic Tower Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 3430 http://www.buoy.co.nz |
You will find some of Wellington's best stylists at this upmarket salon, which consistently tops the region's hairstylist awards. As well as creative cutting, the salon offers perms, waving, colouring and a range of hair treatments. If you have got fine hair try an instant thickener or, for out of condition hair, a luxury reconditioning treatment will fix the problem. Restyling costs from NZD55 to NZD75, a good investment for an individual hairstyle that will draw compliments galore. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary hair styles |
16 The Terrace Kelvin House Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 9429 http://www.cathydavys.co.nz/ |
This contemporary hair salon, located downstairs in the Kelvin House, has an excellent reputation with Wellingtonians seeking modern, easy-care hairstyles. Before styling your hair one of their professional stylists will have an in-depth consultation with you over a coffee or glass of wine. Whether it is cutting or colouring, you will receive expert advice and a guarantee that you will be delighted with the results. A cut and blow wave costs around NZD60. It is wise to make an appointment at this popular salon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colourful trim |
173 Cuba Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 7725 |
With the growing number of inner city dwellers this stylist in colourful Cuba Street finds his four available chairs in big demand. Men's haircuts include flat tops and crew cuts. For those with a more modern outlook styling, colouring and perming is also a part of this establishment. This is a great place to relax and look at the passing characters long associated with this part of town. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get a head start |
Willis Street The Grand Arcade Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 473 5333 http://www.georgejanis.co.nz/ |
If you want to look your best then a new hairstyle at this renowned salon will certainly give you a head start. The fully trained, experienced stylists offer a full range of hairdressing services including cutting, colouring and perming. A cut and blow wave costs NZD52 and appointments are not always necessary. Located at the top of the escalator in the Grand Arcade, Willis Street. Additional Branches: The Terrace; Queens Wharf. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colourful braiding |
Oaks Complex Manners Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 1486 |
This popular salon, owned and operated by African New Zealanders, offers a unique service in Wellington. Here you can have your hair styled in colourful braids to give an easy to care for, different look. Prices range from NZD280 for short hair up to NZD500 for long hair. The salon also specialises in hair extensions, dreadlocks and hair straightening and has a wide range of hair and skin products on sale. Centrally located at street level in the Oaks Complex on Wellington's lively Manners Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Day spa |
Ground Floor, Les Mills Building 50-72 Taranaki Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 3655 http://www.isbliss.co.nz/ |
The latest in suburban pampering has finally opened in the heart of the city. IS BLISS is not just another hairdressing salon. You can enjoy a manicure, pedicure, sunbed session or massage either with or without the blow wave. The stylists are attentive and decor soothing. It is modern and comfortable so do not fall asleep during the hair wash and head massage. Quality hair products are, of course, on sale and the stylists are more than happy to advise on hair care techniques. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Central city salon |
Level 4 330 Lambton Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 471 1222 |
If you feel like indulging yourself, book into this central city beauty salon. Services include manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing and sunbed tanning. For reviving tired feet try their luxury pedicure at NZD75 for an hour and 20 minute session. For an extra special indulgence add on a facial and body wrap for a halfday session. The salon staff are all qualified professionals trained in the latest techniques, including relaxation and natural stress relief. Gift vouchers for more than 2 hours of pampering are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Haircuts amid memorablia |
109 Featherston Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 473 0219 |
This barber is ideally placed for those needing a spruce up on the way to or from the office. You can not miss this place with its traditional red, white and blue pillars out the front. Haircuts are reasonable (from NZD15 for adults and NZD12 for children) and while you wait you can browse through the historic memorabilia that fills up the nooks and crannies. This is also a good place to stock up on other grooming products like razors, shaving soap, pomades, brillantines, tonics, shoe polishes and brushes. It does not get more friendly or convenient. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Simply innovative |
95 Customhouse Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 6620 |
This salon is extraordinarily innovative combining the rarely mixed arts of hair design and contemporary painting, photography and sculpture. There is certainly no need to just wait around if your hairstylist is delayed, simply turn the corner and spend a few minutes contemplating the latest exhibition. The salon section is as arty as the gallery with wonderful rich paintwork combining to create interesting angles and images. It is contemporary and fun at the usual city stylist prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Busy busy barbers |
69-71 The Terrace Gleneagles Building Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 9090 http://swan.aotea.org/ |
Established in 1992, Swan Barbers has proved its worth in what seems to be a market undergoing resurgence. This place is always busy, with its three chairs, personal television, relaxing music and plenty to read for those needing to wait. Located in the business oriented Terrace it draws its clientele mainly from the surrounding office blocks. Very central, with mellow decor, the popularity of this barbershop speaks for itself. Additional branches are at Taranaki Street and Bond Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Doing hair with flair |
142-148 Willis Street Willis Street Village Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 1400 |
The expert stylists at this popular salon have a reputation for listening to what you want in the way of hair care then doing it with flair. Whether it is a complete restyle, colour or just a tidy up they will give you a good look at a moderate price. A cut and blow wave costs just NZD52 and you will get lots of friendly advice on how to care for your new style. Located in modern premises in the quiet ambience of the Willis Street Village. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family hair care |
104 Victoria Street 6 Shoreline Complex Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 1395 |
Men, women and children are welcome at this family hair-care salon located in the central city. Whether it is a short back and sides, just a trim or a new style to boost your self-esteem you will be well looked after by the friendly stylists at this modern establishment. There is also a range of up-to-date hair care products on sale and the staff will happily advise on something suited to your hair type. Prices are reasonable and appointments are not necessary. Review © 2007, Wcities |