G&T Hairdressing Mission Bay brings together the essence of hairdressing. A mix of potions, love, creativity and a little mayhem. Our goal is delivering professional salon service to clients with consultation, understanding and experience.
With over 30 years combined professional salon experience, top-industry products and a newly fitted location we ensure your in-salon experience only ever comes second to the result - your hair. We use 4 key points to deliver the professional results you expect; Consultation and understanding of your expectations. Technique-based styling to create. Vibrant industry leading salon-only solutions for colouring. Post-care advice with shampoo, conditioners and treatments to build, shape and maintain your new desired look.
Meet the Team
Alexandra
Senior Stylist / Owner
Or Call: (09) 528 8950
Accolades and Achievements:
Wella YPS winner 2011
Goldwell Colour Zoom 2014 2nd place finalist for Australasia
Bridal & Wedding Specialist
Parisienne trained in colouring techniques- such as balayage
Extensive product & colour knowledge
Where were you born?
Auckland, Howick
A little about me personally:
I have a young son called Ollie
An very neurotic cat called Ernest
I’m an avid foodie and always enjoy cooking/eating new things in my free time
I have been in the hair industry for over 20 years and it never gets boring
Why I became a hairdresser:
Ive always loved to create and what better way to do that then make people happy at the same time.
What hairdressing technique do I love:
I’m loving the new colour techniques that are coming out currently, from a root smudge and highlights to rich wintery tones made with shimmer techniques and beautiful pastel toners.
What is your advice for any aspiring hairstylists?
If you find great people to work with you’ll learn a lot but have fun whilst doing it!
Alicia
Emerging Stylist
Or Call: (09) 528 8950
About me as a hairdresser:
I have absolutely loved my experience as a trainee stylist so far.
I began my studies at Servilles Academy in June 2021. Here, I completed my level 3 Salon Support qualification. Despite the challenges that covid brought, I was able to continue studying full time at home and even got to use my brave family members as my at-home guinea pigs whilst we had no access to the salon.
Since graduating Services, I have began my hairdressing work life at G&T Hair. I am now a second year apprentice with HITO, completing most of my training here in the salon.
I have already gained so much knowledge and experience in the salon, and have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know our lovely clientele.
My fellow team members have welcomed me in with open arms and I feel so lucky to have such talented senior stylists guide me through my studies.
A bit about me personally:
I was born in Singapore and moved back to NZ with my family when I was 5. Since then, my life has been centered around this little Mission Bay block.
I live locally to the salon and attended Selwyn College.
When I’m not working, you can always find me around my friends and family, or somewhere close to the water in summer.
Why I want to be a hairdresser:
I’ve always known I wanted to do something creative.
After dipping my toes in hairdressing, I’ve come to find that not only can I explore my creative potential, but I also get to meet so many different characters and chat to people all day long. This has to be one of my favourite parts of my job.
Another perk to the job is getting to help someone feel good about themselves.
My advice for any aspiring hairdressers:
Go for it! All it takes is an enthusiastic learner with an open mind, and if you like chatting as much as I do, you’re already halfway there.
Carmel
Senior Stylist
Or Call: (09) 528 8950
A little bit about me personally:
I’m a bit of a night owl, I prefer the cool moon to the sun. I enjoy digging my feet into the grass and being with nature, exploring old buildings and ancient history.
I’m Auckland born and grew up in Howick of which I still live around that area.
Where I have travelled:
From 2001 I lived and worked in London - I had so much fun! I have spent a lot of time in California as my Partner lives there, he and I enjoy travelling together as there’s so much to see.
Why I love being in the hair industry:
I was always torn between creativity and sciences. In college I enjoyed a few crazy hair colors and styles (it was the 80’s) and I was the first kid at my school to have a fire engine red gothic mohawk - again it was the 80s.
Hairdressing has let me be creative while keeping my interest in chemistry alive in one career, that teamed with awesome colleagues and clients has also helped with my confidence as I'm naturally very shy.
I’ve always had a passion for colour- from the bold and bright to the challenge of creating natural, multi-tonal and dimensional effects. Foils are definitely my friend and “hair whispering” although I can’t explain that one…
Accolades & Achievements:
I have given back to my hairdressing community and seen via training numerous people to become talented stylists.
In my career I have won a placed in various industry competitions and travelled around the North Island teaching colour and products knowledge for multiple product brands (inc KMS) for multiple salons.
Well that’s a bit about me I’ve done 35 years in the business, and I still Love it! Look forward to meeting you soon.
Sheryl
Senior Stylist / Owner
Or Call: (09) 528 8950
Accolades and Achievements:
Uk trained via Vidal Sassoon
City and guild certified
Worked for Steiner Uk
Trained Stylists for the Cruise liners
Head of training for the Schnips Phd group
Winner of in house competitions
A trained educator for Adult education
Area Manager over four salons
Compiled a comprehensive education format
Where were you born?
England - Birmingham
A little about me personally:
I am married.
I have 2 girls that go to school in the local area.
I live in St Heliers and I am invested in having fun with my family.
You will often find me walking My dog Jazzy on the beach in Kohimarama.
I have backpacked through Indonesia, Africa, Europe. Australia for 2 years.
Where have you lived overseas?
Birmingham and Spain
Why I became a hairdresser:
I can not remember the day I did not want to be a hairdresser, from a little girl doing barbie and Cindy's hair to picking subjects at school around what I needed for hairdressing. I started hairdressing school as one of the first YPS (Young Practitioners scholarships) Students working in a salon and doing tech, I went on to be the first in the scheme in Britain to qualify.
Hairdressing is a passion or addiction I cannot leave, I love making someone's day and building peoples confidence through hair.
What hairstyle or technique are you loving at the moment?
Choppy, Short, Messy
What is your advice for any aspiring hairstylists?
Invest in your passion and believe in yourself.
Crystal
Junior stylist/colourist
Or Call: (09) 528 8950
Accolades and achievements:
I have successfully graduated from EIT with my level 3 and 4 certificates in Hairdressing.
A little bit about me personally:
I grew up in Hastings and Waipukurau before my big move to Auckland at the age of 20. I love the beach and any native views, but most importantly my time with family and friends… and my two fur babies.
Why I became a hairdresser:
I have always loved the creative side of life and helping people to feel more confident in themselves. I also get to chat to lovely people all day which is a huge plus!
What hairstyle or technique are you loving at the moment?
I am absolutely loving highlights and lowlights, and any lovely layers that help boost the hairs volume.
Tania
Junior stylist/colourist
Or Call: (09) 528 8950
A little bit about me personally & where I come from:
I am a single mom to 3 beautiful children, and I was born and raised in West Auckland. For the last 4 years, I have been living in Mission Bay, but my heart belongs to Tauranga.
Travel & Interests:
I have a passion for exploring, trying new things and love experiencing places.
I have never travelled overseas but would love to create an experience overseas for my children to show them how big the world is and its diversity.
I like to get outdoors to experience nature as I love to hike around Auckland and visit various waterfall spots because connecting with nature is a big part of who I am as a parent and person.
Why I became a Hairstylist:
Hairdressing, becoming a hairstylist is a dream of mine and I’m determined to bring it to life. This passion started at 8 years old as a self-taught braider, evolving as I got older, I continued to create different styles, looks and colours.
Seeing how creative stylist moulded and made hair visions come alive opened my curiosity even more, urging me to become that person one day.
My drive is "If you can see it, you can do it."
I love movement in hairstyles using increased layers, face framing, texturizing and even softening the client’s hair so it softly moves into shape. Colour techniques to enhance the movement in the style brings the full-blown colour lover out of me watching or creating the blend and watching as they merge together effortlessly. Exciting career to be part of.
Achievements so far:
I successfully graduated level 3&4 hairdressing at cut above academy plus Level 3 makeup at Samala academy and now I am working as a full-time hairdresser while maintaining a healthy life for me and my three children.