About Nicole
Master Stylist with years of award-winning experience — back home in Wānaka after a long run at Dunedin's Zaibatsu Hair Art.

Award-winning craft, back home in Wānaka
After many years working as a senior stylist at the award-winning Zaibatsu Hair Art in Dunedin, Nicole decided it was time to head back to her home town of Wānaka — joining UKIYO as Master Stylist.
Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge and specialises in colouring and cutting. Her years as a senior stylist have earned her multiple industry awards and seen her work showcased across multi-media platforms.
We're incredibly excited to have Nicole on the team. Her kind, caring nature paired with her talent and professionalism is what underpins her success — and her industry experience is a tremendous asset to our team, salon and clients.
Specialties
Years of senior-stylist craft, focused on colour and cutting at the highest level.
Advanced Colour
Bespoke colour, foils and toning — built on years of salon-floor experience and a real eye for what suits.
Precision Cutting
Cutting is one of Nicole's signature strengths — shapes designed to grow out beautifully and feel like you.
Award-Winning Work
Multiple industry awards across her senior-stylist career, with editorial and multi-media work to her name.
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Unhurried. Warm. Honest. Nicole's chair is a quiet reset — you'll talk as much or as little as you want, and leave looking like yourself.
In her chair · Nicole
What to expect with Nicole
Calm, considered and genuinely caring — Nicole is the kind of stylist who listens first, then plans the colour or cut around your hair, lifestyle and how you actually like to wear it. Years of award-winning experience, applied quietly and well.
What they reach for
Nicole's picks
The products they actually use behind the chair.
AVAILABLE FOR APPOINTMENTS
Book with Nicole
Nicole books out 3–5 weeks ahead. Secure your spot online — waitlist is available if she's full.
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