Best Hairdressers in South Yarra for a Sophisticated New Look

With more hairdressers per square kilometre than pretty much anywhere in Melbourne, you can trust the glamazons of South Yarra to keep the suburb's locks in tip top shape. Servicing everyone from celebs to the well-heeled to loyal locals and style-conscious fashionistas, these are the places we trust for a cut, colour and blowdry that’ll have you turning heads, because everyone deserves to live out their main-character fantasy.

In need of a trim, or maybe a total hair makeover? Here's our pick of the best hairdressers in South Yarra.

Frankie Salon

With over 600 five-star reviews on Google and Facebook, Frankie is Melbourne’s highest-rated salon – and for good reason.  Their personalised service is renowned, and you will feel utterly indulged from the moment you enter the studio with every effort made to ensure your experience is one of a kind. Led by award-winning hairdresser Pete Dunn, the salon opened its second location in late 2020, bringing its signature style to South Yarra. Light, bright, and unequivocally cool, Frankie is the place to head for any hair transformation your heart desires, with no cut, colour, or style too tricky to achieve.

9/4 Dyer Street, Richmond

3 Powell Street, South Yarra

Colin Moxey

This salon is not only trimming up gorgeous hairstyles, but is also doing their part to ensure the planet stays healthy. Colin Moxey is a Sustainable Salon member, and is all about creating a salon environment that is cosy, relaxed and makes you feel right at home. And with over 15 years in the business, the experts at this salon sure know what they're doing.

53 Barry Street, South Yarra

BOB

Natural ingredients and sustainable practices align at BOB. A natural hair salon founded on the belief that a simpler approach to well-being enriches our day to day, this dreamily-hued, airy and welcoming space matches perfectly with the brand's ethos of simplicity and environmental sensibility. Book in a cut or colour here and prepare to be refreshed, revived and illuminated. BOB's founder and director Charlotte Archer and her expert team are truly passionate about sharing their interest in natural ingredients, sustainable practices, and intelligent design, in a manner that is both informative and relaxed. Here, all products are zero-waste and high-calibre, and the collection has been carefully curated to reflect this holistic approach, right down to the teas on hand for you to sweetly sip on.

Looking at health from the inside out, without compromising on the perfect cut and colour - it's a no brainer as to why BOB is one of the best hairdressers in South Yarra. 

Shop 6 | 286 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Spencer & Co 

Get a complete transformation at one-stop beauty destination Spencer & Co, where gorgeous hairstyling services are complemented with lash and brow treatments, massages and manicures. When it comes to their hairdressing team, you’ll find a talented group of stylists that are warm, chatty, and experts at perfecting your cut and colour. They do a killer blow wave too, achieving maximum volume and shine to have you feeling like a Victoria's Secret model at your next special occasion.

337 Toorak Road, South Yarra 

Analog Hair

Analog Hair isn’t your typical salon, and you certainly won't be booking just any ordinary haircut here. Known as one of the best hairdressers in South Yarra, Analog Hair stands out for its unparalleled creativity and expertise.

Specialising in dramatic, one-day transformations, the talented team at Analog can craft everything from bold, editorial-style cuts to vibrant, head-turning colours. Yet, they’re just as adept at achieving the perfect, natural hue.

Whether you're after a daring new look or a subtle change, the experience at Analog Hair is tailored just for you. Start with a complimentary consultation and enjoy a truly personalised service.

Level 1, Rear/392 Chapel Street, South Yarra

Joey Scandizzo

With over 100,000 followers on Instagram, Joey Scandizzo is known as a renowned hairdressing personality with an always pumping salon. Their talented team of cutters and colourists provide every client with a customised look that’ll put an extra spring in their stylish step – all while working quickly and efficiently. It's easy to see why they are one of the best hairdressers in South Yarra.

168/172 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Toni & Guy 

Global hairdressing brand Toni & Guy has set roots down in South Yarra, building a loyal following for their fashion-centric cuts and colours. Their tight-knit team of seven creates hair magic every day from within their buzzing, intimate salon. Creative expression combined with perfect technique will have you walking out feeling like a million dollars. Services here include chemical straightening, keratin blow-waves and extensions for those looking for some extra pizzazz.

579 Chapel Street, South Yarra

Wieselmann Salon 

With over 45 years in the game, Wieselmann is a stalwart of the Australian hairdressing industry and boasts one of the best hairdressers in South Yarra. Their team is always on the scout for new trends, and their clientele includes everyone from glamourous television personalities to young fashionistas. Clear communication and thorough consultation mean that you’ll always come out with a ‘do that complements your natural features, hair type, lifestyle and personal taste.

Unit 1/305 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Bradley James 

The glam squad at Bradley James are pros at helping you achieve your hair dreams. The award-winning, cruelty-free salon uses Kevin Murphy and Olaplex products, specialising in foils, tints, balayage and bleaching that’ll get you the exact shade you’re after. Finish off your look with a perfect cut and blow-dry that’ll have you looking basically red carpet ready.

215 Commercial Road, South Yarra

BIBA 

With 16 salons across Melbourne (and one in trendy Taipei), BIBA is synonymous with superior styling. They’ve got countless industry awards under their belt and run their own prestigious academy training the hairdressers of tomorrow. From cuts and colours to highlights and treatments, they do it all with the latest techniques and unparalleled expertise.

56 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Mikal Dunn 

Blondes, both natural and aspiring, should entrust their locks to Mikal Dunn. Masters of balayage and blonde tones (forget brassy, they only trade in the likes of ashy, honey and sun-kissed here) this southside salon specialises in making you feel incredible – offering measured, expert advice on the looks best suited to you and your lifestyle plus blow waves, fringe trims, tints, highlights, toners and luxurious Olaplex treatments that’ll have you rocking shiny, bouncy, bombshell hair.

141 Osborne Street, South Yarra

Shibui

Taking an intuitive approach to hair, Shibui (a Japanese word relating to an aesthetic of simple, subtle and unobtrusive beauty) is all about finding the perfect look for you. By tapping into what makes each client unique and staying up-to-date with the latest trends, the hairdressers here work to embrace the imperfections and variables of each and every strand, and help take your 'do to the next level. Expect to leave Shibui looking and feeling your best, with a style that's also very easy to maintain. 

139 Toorak Road, South Yarra 

Inspired by our pick of the best hairdressers in South Yarra and looking to treat yourself this weekend? From getting a killer blow-dry and a relaxing massage to getting your nails done, all you have to do is sit back, relax and be pampered.