Studio 97 is a nail and beauty studio on Williams Street in Kaiapoi, guided by a simple motto: Your Beauty, Our Passion. Under one roof you'll find manicures, pedicures, brow and lash services, facial treatments, massage and head spa experiences, and hair care — a one-stop spot to feel refreshed and genuinely looked after.
Nails are a real specialty here: the team specialises in gentle, professional care for natural nails alongside BIAB, acrylic and gel extensions, with stunning nail art tailored to your personal style. The beauty menu adds professional brow shaping and tinting, lash lifts and extensions, and targeted facial treatments, supported by product lines Algotherm and Phi Cosmeceutical. For deep relaxation, the calming head spa — including a much-loved Mummy and Me session — and a variety of full-body massages help guests unwind and restore balance.
Guests regularly praise the welcoming atmosphere: reviewers call it a wonderful space, note how lovely the staff and owner David are, and describe the head spa as incredibly relaxing and professional. Studio 97 is open seven days a week, takes online bookings, and offers gift vouchers, an online store and monthly specials.
Studio 97 sits at 97 Williams Street in Kaiapoi, and from the moment you step inside, the intention is clear: this is a place where beauty treatments come with genuine warmth. The team sums up their philosophy as 'Your Beauty, Our Passion', and guests seem to agree — recent reviewers describe a 'wonderful space' where they 'felt so welcome and looked after', while owner David is singled out for the kind, welcoming way he greets everyone who walks through the door.
Nails are at the heart of the studio. The team specialises in gentle, professional care for natural nails, offering a wide range of nail services that includes BIAB, acrylic and gel extensions. Whether you're after a clean, classic finish or something more expressive, the talented nail artists create stunning nail art designs tailored to your personal style — and they're just as committed to the health of your natural nails as they are to the final look. It's a studio where first-timers and regulars alike are looked after from the moment they book.
Pedicures get the same thoughtful treatment. Studio 97 describes the experience as the perfect fusion of care and comfort: a serene atmosphere where your feet can unwind and rejuvenate. It's an easy way to carve out a quiet hour for yourself — or to book in alongside a friend. The studio's gallery and Instagram feed give a good sense of the team's range, from understated everyday sets to more elaborate designs.
Beyond the nail tables, the beauty menu covers the details that frame the face. Professional brow shaping and tinting help accentuate your features, while lash lifts and eyelash extensions mean you can quite literally wake up fabulous. There's also a facial treatment designed to provide targeted skincare for a radiant complexion. The studio works with professional product lines Algotherm and Phi Cosmeceutical, and runs an online store so clients can keep up their routines at home between visits.
One of the studio's standout experiences is its massage and head spa menu. Guests can book a calming head massage on its own or choose from a variety of full-body massages designed to help you relax, unwind and restore balance — and the team is happy to work with you to find the option that suits your needs best. The Mummy and Me head spa has already won devoted fans: one recent guest called the whole visit 'absolutely incredible', praising how relaxing and professional the experience was from the moment they stepped inside, and said they couldn't wait to come back.
Hair completes the picture. The stylists at Studio 97 believe every visit should be more than just a haircut — it should be a delightful experience that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident and truly cared for. Their friendly team is passionate about bringing out the best in your hair and sending you out the door with a smile.
Studio 97 keeps generous seven-day hours: Monday to Wednesday from 10am to 6pm, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 7pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Booking is easy — reserve online through the studio's booking page, call 03 327 9797, or email bookings@studio97.co.nz.
Gift vouchers can be purchased online, making a thoughtful present for birthdays, thank-yous or a new mum who deserves the head spa treat. It's worth checking the Monthly Specials page before you book, and following @studio97.kaiapoi on Instagram for the latest nail inspiration and studio updates.
Whether you're a Kaiapoi local or popping over from nearby, Studio 97 offers a rare combination: a full menu of services — nails, pedicures, brows, lashes, facials, massage, head spa and hair — delivered by a team guests describe as lovely, skilled and genuinely caring, and the kind of welcome that turns first visits into regulars.