Meet your favourite Cambridge hair stylists

Our philosophy: great hair should be easy, simple and fun.

We’re a highly experienced team of creative Cambridge hairdressers, each with our own special talents and all completely committed to the health and vibrance of your hair. Our team is built on a strong foundation of mutual respect, genuine affection and a shared passion for great hair.

Read on to meet the team or come in for a free consultation and we’ll match you with the stylist best able to help you achieve your hair goals.

LISA ALLEN

SALON OWNER | ADVANCED STYLIST

Lisa first got hooked on salon life as a Saturday girl with her local hairdresser. She fell in love with the creativity, energy and conversation and never looked back.

While working her way up from apprentice to manager, then becoming a salon owner, Lisa was also exploring the hospitality sector, running and owning various cafes and restaurants.

A self-confessed social creature who loves the buzz of being close to the action, Lisa was in her element as her knowledge of food, wine, music and fashion grew and blossomed.

Moving to Cambridge, she identified The Sample Room as a top salon and worked here for several years before buying the business shortly before lockdown in 2020. Her knowledge of hospitality inspired Lisa to create a whole new standard of client care and she envisioned a salon where a similarly relaxing, uplifting and optimistic environment could exist.

STACEY

ADVANCED STYLIST | BLONDE SPECIALIST

Stacey spent 7 years hairdressing in Australia and previously owned her own salon. A talented colour specialist, her blonde work is simply next level, and she consistently produces the most stunning clean, bright shades for our fair-haired friends.

Stacey’s super warm-hearted and loves seeing her clients leave the salon feeling confident and refreshed. She’s devoted to her family and happiest hanging out with her two beautiful girls.

SARAH

ADVANCED STYLIST | COLOUR SPECIALIST

An expert in precision cutting, Sarah is also an absolute genius at creating natural looking colour that accentuates the skin tone and facial features of her many loyal clients. She loves to keep up with current trends and is constantly bringing fresh ideas into her work.

Sarah’s passionate about 3 things in life (other than hair): Whanau, Friends and Food. When she gets the chance to relax, her guilty pleasure is a good book and a glass of pinot noir.

JULIANA

ADVANCED STYLIST | COLOUR SPECIALIST

Originally from Brazil, Juliana put her law course on hold when she decided to sign up for a blow-drying workshop and was so hooked, she never looked back. Her balayage work is beyond stunning and her Insta-worthy updos are always in hot demand.

A true creative, Juliana is passionate about the arts and loves helping her clients feel empowered. She also enjoys time out for good food with great friends.

COURTNEY

SYLIST

The whole team relies on Courtney for support and she’s our salon angel. Courtney has a natural talent with hair and, with a keen interest and willingness to learn, she’s a promising young stylist. Courtney’s doing great work in blow-drying and heat styling and already has a loyal following.

She loves the buzz of the salon and likes to unwind with a change of pace out on the family farm or at the beach.

ZAHRA

STYLIST

Zahra is our newest addition to the team and is passionate about the hair and fashion industry. She’s enthusiastic, creative and kind, which makes her a great fit for our team, and she’s especially interested in blonde work.

Outside of salon life, Zahra enjoys spending time at the gym, which no doubt helps her to do the heavy lifting in her other hobbies of DIY and home renovating.

The most important person in the salon is always you.

Lisa has created something special at The Sample Room. By blending her twin passions of hospitality and hair styling, she ensures that you’ll enjoy a sense of occasion while having your hair treated to the very best care.

With a relaxed yet lively atmosphere and an upbeat vibe, you’ll leave The Sample Room feeling so renewed you’ll want to round up your friends to go out and have some fun.

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