Blog - Oscar&Co

2025 Hair Trends with Anika and Leah

Each year at Oscar&Co we research up and coming colours, cuts and styles for the season ahead. These largely follow what was trending in the Northern Hemisphere Summer, however being a small nation, New Zealand also sometimes deviates from dramatic trends, and opts more for...

The Ed Experience: Why a Creative Director Haircut with Ed Stands Out

In the world of hair styling, where trends come and go like the seasons, there's something truly special about finding a stylist who not only understands your hair but also brings a wealth of experience and artistry to every snip of the scissors. Enter Ed,...

A Grey Journey - Part 1: How it began...

A blog from Karoline (@grasshouse_hair) who has started a journey to specialise in grey hair. In this first part in a series of blogs, Karoline tells us how her grey journey began and what first sparked her interest in grey hair. The first person I...

Behind the Scenes of the Oscar&Co Hair Salon Photoshoot

Recently, Oscar&Co held an exciting photoshoot to refresh our brand and showcase our most recent work and the latest hair fashion trends. We wanted fresh imagery to feature on a new Oscar&Co website, printed collateral such as appointment cards, and window signage at the Orewa...

The Art of Ageless Beauty: Exploring How Hair Colour Influences Our Perception of Age

In the contemporary beauty landscape, the pursuit of youthfulness is not just a trend; it's a testament to the evolving standards of beauty and self-care. The burgeoning appearance medicine industry, which includes everything from skincare to cosmetic procedures, reflects a societal shift towards valuing and...

Melbourne Fashion Week 2023: Self-Doubt and the Adrenaline Rush

Written by Karoline Wiesenhutter (@grasshouse_hair) There I was, on a Wednesday evening, the 25th of October, sitting at Auckland Airport, filled with anticipation as I waited to board a plane bound for Melbourne. My colleagues, Ed (an amazing session stylist with years of experience) and...

Melbourne Fashion Week 2023: A Dream Realised

Written by Macey (@hairbymaceyy) From a 5 year old with a dream to combine her love for hair and fashion into a whirlwind future. To a quiet night planning my 2023 career goals on my Grandads sofa back home in the UK. To stepping on...

Melbourne Fashion Week 2023: A Mentor’s Journey with Oscar&Co

Written by Ed (@edhair_) Melbourne Fashion Week 2023 was nothing short of spectacular, and for me, it marked a significant milestone in my career as a Master Hair Stylist. With a decade of experience working at international Fashion Weeks under my belt, I was given...

2024 Fashion and Hair Trends by Jarod Fisher

In the ever-evolving world of fashion and beauty, 2024 promises to be a year filled with exciting new trends that will redefine the way you look and feel. Our newest up and coming Stylist, Jarod Fisher (@jarod_hair) has been exploring the captivating trends that will take...

Unveiling the Unforgettable: Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023 - The Hair Chronicles!

Hold on to your hairpins, folks! As an Editorial Hair Stylist at Oscar&Co hair salon in Takapuna with front-row access to the electrifying Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2023, Oscar&Co Head Stylist Ed (@edhair_) is here to spill the glamorous tea on the hair adventures that...

2023 Fashion and Hair Trends by Macey Coles

If you're someone who loves staying up-to-date with the latest fashion and hair trends, then you'll be happy to hear that the fashion and beauty forecast for 2023 is in! Our up and coming Emerging Stylist Macey Coles @hairbymaceyy tells us what we can expect...

The rise of extension services

Hair extensions have experienced a significant surge in popularity over the past few years. It's no longer just celebrities who are rocking long, luscious locks, but everyday people who are embracing the versatility and convenience that hair extensions provide. Jenny is our Extension Specialist at...

L'Oreal Metal Detox for colour longevity

Have you found your colour has not been lasting very well? That it has ended up too warm (or orange), or that your coloured hair is excessively damaged? Chances are, this is because your hair contains too many metals. 53% of New Zealand women have...

This Season's Trending Styles

During October, Oscar&Co held a workshop to present and photograph our seasonal trending hair styles. We also discussed the colours and cuts we can see being a big hit over Summer. The trending haircut is all about 90's layers. Think of Jennifer Anniston in the...

Training at Oscar&Co

There is no denying that it is a challenging and uncertain time for many industries, and no less for the Hair Industry. For Hairdressers and salons, it is a time when the salon can be quiet one minute, while people are locked down or isolating,...

Saving the planet with Sustainable

Sustainability is so important to us. That is why we have partnered with Sustainable Salons who help us to recycle up to 90% of our salon waste including packaging, foils and chemicals. Sustainable Salons also repurpose cut hair and use it to clear up ocean...

Jess is now on maternity leave

Most of your will know Jess, or have heard of her. Some of you have been waiting months to get in to see her. Jess is definitely one of our most sought after Colourists and Stylists with a long waiting list of guests lining up...

Our new website has launched!

Welcome to the new Oscar&Co website. We think it is something pretty special. With our beautiful models, the site showcases some of the amazing work from our very talented Stylists. We have outlined the services we offer with an indicative price indication. However if you...