What services does Iconic Hair offer?

Cuts, blow drys, treatments, global colour, foils/highlights, colour change packages, balayage, and bridal hair and makeup.

What are the opening hours?

Monday and Friday 9am-5:30pm, Tuesday to Thursday 9am-7:30pm, Saturday 9am-3pm, closed Sunday.

How far in advance should I book?

Appointment wait times are currently around two months due to high demand — check online for availability.

What is the cancellation policy?

At least 24 hours' notice is required; less notice incurs a 50% fee, and no-shows incur a full 100% fee.

Does Iconic Hair offer bridal services?

Yes, including bridal hair and makeup with trials, plus formal hair and makeup for bridesmaids.

Who are the stylists at Iconic Hair?

Senior stylists Cassie, Dorie and Amelia, along with apprentice Olivia.

Are gift cards available?

Yes, digital gift cards can be purchased.

Iconic Hair

hair salon — Wanaka · Wanaka

About Iconic Hair

Iconic Hair describes itself as Wanaka's No.1 rated hair salon, a boutique studio combining modern trends with experienced stylists to deliver personalised, beautiful hair. The team believes a salon visit should be about more than the end result — it's about how clients feel from the moment they walk through the door.

The salon is currently in high demand, with appointment wait times running around two months, and clients are encouraged to check online for availability. Services range from everyday cuts and blow drys through to global colour, foils and highlights, full blonde transformations, balayage, and bridal hair and makeup for weddings.

The team includes senior stylists Cassie, Dorie and Amelia, each bringing over a decade of experience and their own specialities in cutting, colour and balayage, along with apprentice Olivia building her skills in the industry.

Iconic Hair: Wanaka's No.1 Rated Hair Salon

Iconic Hair describes itself as Wanaka's No.1 rated hair salon, a boutique studio built around the idea that a salon visit should be about more than the end result — it's about how clients feel from the moment they walk in. The team combines modern trends with experienced stylists to deliver hair that's tailored to each client's lifestyle.

A team of specialists

The salon's senior stylists each bring their own strengths. Cassie has over 10 years of hairdressing experience, training in Gore before refining her skills in Queenstown, and specialises in precision cutting, lived-in colour and balayage. Dorie is known for her precision with fine hair and short cuts, focusing on flattering, confidence-boosting styles with strong maintenance and aftercare. Amelia brings over 15 years of experience with a passion for colour, particularly blondes, foiling and rich coppers, paired with thoughtful consultations and a calming approach. Apprentice Olivia is building her skills after two summers as a part-time salon assistant.

From everyday cuts to full transformations

The service menu covers the full range of hair needs, from women's and men's cuts and blow drys through to treatments like the L'Oreal Essential Treatment and Absolut Repair Molecular Treatment. On the colour side, options span global colour, toner, and a full highlights and foils range from a quarter head through to a full head of up to 50 foils. For bigger changes, Iconic Hair offers dedicated Blonde to Brunette and Dark to Blonde colour change packages, an Existing Blonde Transformation from roots to ends, and balayage services for first-timers as well as maintenance and re-dos.

Bridal hair and makeup

For weddings, Iconic Hair offers a dedicated bridal service, including bridal hair and makeup with trial appointments available ahead of the big day, plus formal hair and makeup for bridesmaids.

High in demand

Iconic Hair is currently experiencing high demand, with appointment wait times running at approximately two months — clients are encouraged to check online for the latest availability. The salon operates a clear booking policy, requiring at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or reschedules, with a 50% cancellation fee applying for shorter notice and a full fee for no-shows, out of respect for the small local business's time.

Visiting Iconic Hair

Iconic Hair is open Monday, Friday and Saturday during the day, with extended evening hours Tuesday to Thursday until 7:30pm, and closed Sundays. The salon is located on the first floor at 91 Sir Tim Wallis Drive, 3 Parks, Wanaka, and can be reached by phone or email for bookings and enquiries. Digital gift cards are also available for anyone wanting to treat someone to the Iconic Hair experience.

Signature items

Balayage
Full Head Foils
Existing Blonde Transformation
Bridal Hair
Global Colour
Precision Cuts

Women's Cut + Finish (Above Shoulders) — A cut and finish for shorter women's hair.
Women's Cut + Finish (Below Shoulders) — A cut and finish for longer women's hair.
Women's Restyle + Finish (Above Shoulders) — A full restyle and finish for shorter hair.
Men's Cut — A standard men's cut.
Men's Restyle — A full restyle for men.
Secondary School Girl Cut + Finish — A cut and finish for secondary school-aged girls.
Secondary School Girl Restyle + Finish — A restyle and finish for secondary school-aged girls.
Secondary School Male Cut — A cut for secondary school-aged boys.

Balayage

Balayage Maintenance — For clients returning within 3-6 months of their last balayage.
Balayage Re-do — For clients returning after 6 or more months.
Balayage First Time — A first-time balayage service with desired finish included.

Blow Drys

Blow Dry - Short Hair — A blow dry for short hair.
Blow Dry - Medium Hair — A blow dry for medium-length hair.
Blow Dry - Long Hair — A blow dry for long hair.
Special Event Blowdry and Curls — A styled blowdry with curls for special events.
Special Event Hair Up — An updo styled for special events.

Treatments

L'Oreal Essential Treatment — A hair treatment using L'Oreal Essential products.
Metal Detox Treatment — An add-on treatment for any colour service.
Absolut Repair Molecular Treatment — A molecular repair hair treatment.

Global Colours

Global Colour - Above Shoulders — An all-over colour for shorter hair.
Global Colour - Below Shoulders — An all-over colour for longer hair.
Colour Regrowth — A colour touch-up for regrowth.
On Scalp Bleach — A bleach service assessed by consultation.
Toner (Short/Medium/Long) — A toning service based on hair length.
Additional Colour Between Foils — An add-on colour service between foils.

Highlights & Foils

1/4 Head Foils — Up to 10 foils, for subtle highlights.
Half Head Foils — Up to 25 foils for a fuller highlight look.
Full Head Foils — Up to 50 foils for a complete highlight transformation.
Blonde Root Re-do — A root re-do for maintained blonde, suited to 4+ months since last colour.
Existing Blonde Transformation — An all-over transformation from roots to ends, including desired finish.

Make Up & Weddings

Bridal Hair — Hair styling for the bride on the wedding day.
Bridal Hair Trial — A trial run of bridal hair styling ahead of the wedding.
Bridal Make Up — Make up for the bride on the wedding day.
Bridal Make Up Trial — A trial run of bridal make up.
Bridesmaid Formal Hair Up — Formal hair styling for bridesmaids.
Bridesmaid Make Up — Make up styling for bridesmaids.

Colour Change Packages

Blonde to Brunette Package — A full colour change package with desired finish included.
Dark to Blonde Package — A full colour change package with desired finish included, with optional colour removal.
Colour Correction — A colour correction service, assessed by consultation.

Frequently asked questions

What services does Iconic Hair offer?: Cuts, blow drys, treatments, global colour, foils/highlights, colour change packages, balayage, and bridal hair and makeup.
What are the opening hours?: Monday and Friday 9am-5:30pm, Tuesday to Thursday 9am-7:30pm, Saturday 9am-3pm, closed Sunday.
How far in advance should I book?: Appointment wait times are currently around two months due to high demand — check online for availability.
What is the cancellation policy?: At least 24 hours' notice is required; less notice incurs a 50% fee, and no-shows incur a full 100% fee.
Does Iconic Hair offer bridal services?: Yes, including bridal hair and makeup with trials, plus formal hair and makeup for bridesmaids.
Who are the stylists at Iconic Hair?: Senior stylists Cassie, Dorie and Amelia, along with apprentice Olivia.
Are gift cards available?: Yes, digital gift cards can be purchased.

Tips

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