276 Moray Place, Dunedin
Phone: 03 4773458
276 Moray Place, Dunedin
Phone: 03 4773458
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Ladish Barber
QUALIFIED BARBERS
Meet the Owners
Mandy Harrington and Keith Macdonald's unexpected venture into owning Ladish, a renowned barbershop with a storied history in Dunedin, marks a notable chapter in their professional lives. Mandy, with her extensive experience of over 26 years in the barbering and hairdressing training sector, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this new endeavor.
The decision to purchase Ladish came as a surprise, but it was an opportunity they felt compelled to seize. After selling her successful training business, Harrington\Vaughan Academy, and taking a brief hiatus from the industry, Mandy, alongside Keith, are eager to rejuvenate their careers in the barbering world. Their plans not only include maintaining the high standards of service Ladish is known for but also reintroducing training programs for aspiring barbers in the future.
Ladish itself has been a fixture in the Dunedin community for over 38 years, establishing a legacy of quality and tradition. Previously known as Selwyn Graves, the shop was a beacon for exceptional barbering services, named after a local icon. Its recent name change to Ladish Barber by the prior owners in 2022 has not diminished its reputation or the loyalty of its clientele. The decision to retain the Ladish name and brand is a testament to the shop's enduring presence and significance in the community.
Operating as a walk-in, no-appointment-necessary barbershop, Ladish continues to cater to the needs and preferences of its diverse client base.
The ethos of Ladish, captured in its catchphrase "Quality services for the young and young at heart," reflects a commitment to serving a broad spectrum of clients with excellence and care.
In the ever-evolving landscape of personal grooming, our core business remains centered around our main barbering services. However, short female classic cuts and undercuts are also offered.
We look forward to introducing a Wet Shave package within the coming year.
At Ladish we pride ourselves on excellent service and quality and we look forward to being of service to you.
Meet the Barbers
MYA
Mya, affectionately known as MyMy to many, was born on the
sunny shores of the Gold Coast, Australia and moved to Kaitangata when she was five years old.
For over four years, Mya has been honing her skills as a talented Barber, with a particular passion for crafting the perfect Burst Fade. Her favorite tool in her arsenal is the cut-throat razor, and she swears by Keune beard oil, matte paste and volume powder to achieve the best results for her clients,
Outside of her professional life, Mya is an avid fisher who cherishes time camping and the great outdoors as well as enjoying the company of friends and family. She is also a big gaming and technology enthusiast and constantly explores the latest in gaming and tech trends.
Mya's diverse interests and skills make her a dynamic and multi-talented individual who brings enthusiasm and dedication to everything she does.
TRUDY
Born in the Deep South (INVERCARGILL), Trudy has been cutting hair now for about 20 Years.
One of my best memories when working as a barber would have to be, when kids started wanting mullets! Wow here we go I thought. So I started doing a wee fella’s hair, and at the end he was absolutely delighted. I had to get my photo taken with him. The next day his brother was in and wanted the same cut, it made my day!
My favourite tool to use would have to be the clippers. You can do so much with them from a classic short back and sides to a neat fade. The skills needed to understand how to work them is one that I have mastered.
I am I busy mother, who has found a nice work life balance. I enjoy meeting people, and having a great catch up with regular clients. It’s like one big family.
Albi
Born in Auckland, trained in Barber studies at CutAbove Academy in 2023. After working in a few shops in Auckland, I moved down to Dunedin and started at Ladish.
One of my favourite parts about Barbering is the diverse range of clientele. Being able to meet and chat to so many people on a daily basis is the highlight of my day.
My favourite style to cut is a Mullet, I also enjoy undercuts, designs and other more stylised cuts.
In my spare time I love staying physically active, participating in obstacle course challenges and circus.
SALEH
"Hello,
I’m Saleh. What excites me most about this profession is when people come to us with a messy and untidy look, but leave looking neat and well-groomed. I can sense the positive energy and good feelings from this transformation, and it brings me a lot of joy. I also try to give my clients a sense of calm and help them take a break from their daily routines when they’re in my chair, offering them a peaceful and relaxing experience."
276 Moray Place, Dunedin
Monday to Thursday - 8.30am to 5.30pm
Friday - 8.30am to 6.30pm
Saturday & Sunday – Closed
