My name is Olaia, and if you followed along on Instagram, you'll remember where this all started: a dusty room on Lawson Street and a lot of big plans. Week by week, we shared the renovation as it took shape. Now the doors are open, and Olaya & Co. is officially here.
Hairdressing has been part of my story for as long as I can remember. My grandmother, Fernanda, was a hairdresser too, and as a child I'd listen to her talk about the friendships she built and the confidence she helped create through her work. The studio is named in her honour. After training in Europe, building my first salon there, and spending more than 17 years behind the chair, the last nine of them in Byron Bay, opening a place of my own felt like the most natural next chapter.
At a Glance
- Olaya & Co. is now open at 6/7 Lawson Street, Byron Bay.
- The studio is named in honour of Olaia's grandmother, Fernanda, who was also a hairdresser.
- We offer hair, nails, brows, lashes, makeup and bridal services.
- We work with Davines for hair, and Dazzle Dry and Bio Sculpture for nails.
- Bookings are open now, online or by phone.
A Space Designed With Care
I designed the studio down to the smallest detail: the timber, the marble, the way energy moves through the room. Every surface was chosen with sustainability and the planet in mind. I wanted somewhere you could genuinely exhale, calm and elevated, where beautiful hair and beauty services meet warmth and thoughtful care.
Hair, nails, brows, lashes, makeup and bridal are all brought together under one roof, with a team I'm proud to work alongside. Lisa, Hanna and Kia each bring years of experience and their own eye for detail to everything they do.
Products We Believe In
For us, it's not just about beautiful hair, though yes, that too. It's about products made with real care. That's why we chose Davines, a family-owned B Corp whose formulas are built around Regenerative Organic Certified™ ingredients, grown by farmers who look after their soil, protect biodiversity and hold onto traditions passed down through generations. For nails, we use Dazzle Dry and Bio Sculpture, both vegan and cruelty-free.
Every time we use these products on you, we know we're choosing something kinder, for your hair and for the planet we all share. Beauty means more when it reflects what you actually believe in, and this feels right.
“Her warmth is woven into every corner of this place. I just wish she could walk through the door.”
More Than a Salon
From the beginning, I wanted Olaya & Co. to be more than a place to get your hair done. It's about supporting your beauty journey, whether you're a client, a salon owner, or a therapist just starting your career. Starting out in this industry doesn't always come with a big budget, so we'll be sharing free tips and advice from our team right here in the journal, alongside studio news, bridal stories and events.
Thank You
To everyone who came to celebrate the beginning with us, thank you. Your love and support mean so much. To our clients, many of whom have become dear friends over the years, and to everyone who helped bring this space to life, we're so happy to be here.
Here's to beautiful beginnings, good company and everything to come.
Come and Visit
Our doors are now open at 6/7 Lawson Street, Byron Bay. Whether you're booking your first appointment or simply popping in to say hello, we'd love to welcome you. Come see, and feel, the difference.
