Elvie’s StudiosHair Salon in Collingwood, Victoria

Elvie's Studios has earned a devoted following among Melbourne's curly and textured hair community, with clients making the journey to Collingwood specifically for Ella's expertise. This intimate home studio specialises in caring for 3C curls, coily textures, and Afro hair types – areas where many stylists fall short. What sets Ella apart is her comprehensive approach to hair health.

She takes time during consultations to understand your hair goals and provides honest guidance about your hair's condition. Clients particularly value her deep knowledge of textured hair and her commitment to staying current with product innovations, often knowing creators personally and thoroughly vetting everything before recommendations. The studio atmosphere reflects Ella's warm energy – relaxed and welcoming, creating what clients describe as a genuinely safe space.

This matters especially for those who've experienced disappointing cuts from stylists unfamiliar with their hair type. Women of colour visiting Melbourne have discovered the studio as a rare find in Australia's hair scene. Clients consistently praise the transformative experience, noting that Ella doesn't just cut hair but provides complete care that leaves you feeling uplifted.

The personal attention and specialised expertise have earned fierce loyalty, with clients refusing to go elsewhere despite Melbourne's competitive salon landscape.