The word shibui is Japanese, relating to an aesthetic of simple, subtle and unobtrusive beauty — craftsmanship that is beautiful by being understated, and exactly what it is meant to be, without needing elaboration.
For more than three decades, that has been our only brief. We work with an awareness of fashion but deliver hair that is uncontrived and easy to maintain. We embrace the imperfections and variables that make each person unique.
shibui cutters prefer to work with the hair in its natural state. Our signature low fuss blow dry finish suits our simple aesthetic. Prefer something more polished? Dressed hair options are available on request.
A $3 green fee is added to every service, supporting shibui's participation in the Sustainable Salons program.
Give the gift of great hair. shibui gift cards are available online through our Fresha booking page.
More than thirty years under one ownership — an obvious ability to evolve. shibui grew from a simple footprint of 'low fuss' hair: freehand dry cutting, a natural approach, a preference for hands rather than a brush.
Today, shibui is about the current crop of passionate hairdressers applying their own unique differences and taking the salon into the future. An eclectic mix of people whose work is as diverse as their personalities.
Cutters and colourists — each with a name on the books, each developing their own chapter of the shibui story.
Book online via Fresha — choose your stylist, service and time. A booking fee is required to secure your appointment.