A Day with Andrew Cobeldick - AHIA NZ Hairdresser of the Year 2024

Independent Stylist & Educator

With over 14 years in the industry, multiple New Zealand Hairdresser of the Year titles, and international recognition for his work, Andrew Cobeldick is one of Aotearoa’s most respected creative forces in hairdressing. Known for his editorial vision, technical precision, and calm, confidence-building teaching style, Andrew works independently across freelance styling, salon education, private masterclasses, and national training events.

Andrew’s education is grounded in real salon life. He focuses on modern, simplified systems that deliver high-impact results - skills stylists can immediately take back to the floor. His approach is clean, elevated, and adaptable, empowering hairdressers to create premium, wearable hair with confidence. What This Event Covers

This session is designed for stylists who want to refine their cutting, styling, and finishing skills while embracing a modern, editorial approach that still works in everyday salon settings.

Andrew’s 2026 Hair Forecast highlights:

Luxe Minimalism - healthy, expensive-looking hair with effortless movement

Soft Structure - layered shapes with internal weight removal for fluidity and control

Short Hair Revival - pixies, crops, and sculpted shapes with soft texture and strength

Quiet Dimension - seamless colour, subtle illumination, and low-maintenance luxury

Editorial Finishes for the Salon - camera-ready polish made practical Haircuts You’ll Learn

Stylists will be guided through 4 of Andrew’s signature, salon-ready cuts, including:

The Luxe Layered Cut
A modern layered shape with airy movement and internal debulking for effortless volume.

The Signature Pixie / Cropped Cut
Andrew’s award-winning approach to short hair, combining strong foundations with personalised detail.

The Butterfly Cut (2026 Edition)
A refined, balanced update focusing on soft wings, tailored layers, and predictable fall.

The Modern Bob / Soft Square
A timeless shape reworked for 2026 with relaxed edges and customisable interior texture. Styling & Finishing Techniques

You’ll also learn Andrew’s go-to finishing systems, including:

His signature wave for luxe, editorial finishes

Faux blowouts using tongs and irons

Everyday blow-dry systems for consistency in the salon

How to achieve polished results using minimal product