Melbourne · Victoria
Melbourne has the most stylistically self-aware hair scene in the country. The CBD trades on convenience and Korean precision (Kis Hair on Spencer and Bourke set the template); Fitzroy and Brunswick lean into bold colour, mullets, and unapologetic creative cutting; South Yarra and Prahran skew premium and bridal-ready, with Rakis on Collins and similar legacy salons still pulling regulars after thirty years. Richmond and Collingwood sit between the two cultures — modern unisex studios where you book online and pay $120-180 for a women's cut. Pricing across Melbourne runs higher than the national average: expect $90-150 for a women's wash-cut-blow-dry in inner-city postcodes, $180-350 for balayage, and $40-65 for a men's barber cut. The city has the largest cluster of Japanese-trained dry-cutting specialists in Australia, and the second largest Korean magic-straightening market after Sydney.
Richmond, VIC 3121
St Kilda, VIC 3181
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Richmond, VIC 3121
South Yarra, VIC 3141
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Prahran, VIC 3181
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Richmond, VIC 3121
Richmond, VIC 3121
Richmond, VIC 3121
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Richmond, VIC 3121
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Richmond, VIC 3121
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Windsor, VIC 3181
Notes from the field
Picks from the top of Melbourne’s 20-strong list of hand-verified hair professionals on findme.hair. Listings are ranked by Google rating and review depth, never paid placement.
barber shop · 5.0★ across 1,197 reviews
**Beef's Barbers Richmond** delivers proper cuts with a unique twist – this barbershop is owned by a Dogue de Bordeaux named Beef, bringing serious character to Bridge Road's grooming scene. Strong on barber, kids.
hair salon · 5.0★ across 309 reviews
Zayn The Organic Salon brings a refreshing philosophy to St Kilda's hair scene, where luxury meets environmental consciousness in their midcentury-inspired sanctuary. Strong on balayage, colour specialist, extensions.
barber shop · 5.0★ across 304 reviews
Kenneth Geoffrey's Barber Shop brings old-school barbering with a modern twist to Collingwood's bustling streets. Strong on barber, mobile.
hair salon · 5.0★ across 295 reviews
Valentina Ardila Hair brings European-inspired expertise to Richmond's vibrant Swan Street precinct, where personalised consultations shape every service. Strong on balayage, curly hair, colour specialist.
barber shop · 5.0★ across 214 reviews
**Barber of Prahran** brings old-school barbering expertise to South Yarra, where skilled craftsmanship meets genuine passion for the trade. Strong on barber, kids, mens.
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