Blue Room Hairdressing is a salon at 34 Ranfurly Street in Hokowhitu, Palmerston North, holding a perfect 5.0 rating across twelve Google reviews. Reviewers call Chris and Sally 'A' class colourists and stylists and love the relaxed, music-filled atmosphere — the one complaint being that appointments are hard to come by. Colour is where a good salon earns its keep: a skilled colourist will talk through maintenance — regrowth, toning, how a shade will wear over the weeks — before anything is mixed, and will say honestly if a plan does not suit your hair. Expect a proper consultation first, even for a straightforward cut. Regulars know to bring a photo, be upfront about their hair history, and rebook before they leave, because the best stylists fill their books well ahead. In Hokowhitu, this is plainly one of those neighbourhood salons locals plan ahead for.