Discover the team

The Renya Xydis City team are true artists, from editorial staff to our apprentices, no stone is left unturned; passion, creativity and drive are key elements that are found in this diverse and talented team of hairdressers. Working in a world class luxe environment, the focus is on making the clients truly experience a hair service that is not found anywhere else. Having a team that is internationally experienced and work featured in magazines, such as US Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Madison and Grazia, the Renya Xydis City Salon is a haven for local and international faces such as Teresa Palmer, Racheal Taylor, Natalie Imbruglia and Miranda Kerr.

Richard Brand

Senior Stylist / Certified in Brazilian Zero Blow Out

Styling educator 2012

Richard’s talents stem from a career that started in London in 1997. Changing hair to changing lives is all in a days work for Brand. He wants his clients to walk out with the ‘wow’ factor. Having tamed the tresses of rock and roll legend Rod Stewart, Brand’s carasmatic personality sees him with a devout clientele that know in Brand, they will receive exactly what they are after. Brand is trusted with our team of up an coming apprentices in guiding them through the etiquette and client service that is seen on all our cutting floors. Also working backstage on David Jones 2008 - 2011 and Australian Fashion Week 2008 – 2011

Jessica Lean

Senior stylist /colourist

Having won the prestigious Wella International Trend Vision Award in Paris in 2011, Jess brings her years of experience in colour and cutting to her clients here at Renya Xydis City. “Passion for the craft of hairdressing has driven me to seek out the best. Exceptional experiences, exceptional training, exceptional teams and ultimately exceptional results for my clients - this is why I have joined the Renya Xydis City team”. Jess has trained in the UK, Russia and in Asia, and shares her passion and skills through mentoring programs plus delivered education nationally and internationally.

Dimi Kladis

Senior colourist / Stylist / Certified Master Colour Qualification

The last decade at Valonz we have seen Dimi consistantly give her clientele simply beautiful hair. Dimi is now spreading the magic at Renya Xydis City. A straight shooter her mantra is simple. “Every client is different and not all styles or colours suit every client, embrace that don’t fight it, my promise to my clients is that I will give them beautiful healthy hair that suits them, not somebody else” Treating her clients like family Dimi’s natural warmth and curious nature translates to clients expecting something unique and unexpected. Dimi has worked backstage at Australian Fashion Week 2002 to 2005, New York Fashion Week at Sass & Bide 2005.

JUNY KIM

Senior Stylist / colourist

Having over a decade of international experience, Juny brings his talents to the Renya Xydis City team. His understanding of what makes women beautiful is paramount in the work that leaves the salon. Juny really goes the extra mile in service and his client’s truly love him for his one on one touch. Sexy and beautiful cuts are highlighted with precision colour work. Juny aims to have each and evry client walk out with what they desire and more.

Ryan Mitchell

Senior stylist

Ryan is a Valonz & Renya Xydis City prodigy. 2012 sees Ryan as one of four finalists in the Hair Expo New Creative Force. Since launching his career in 2004 Ryan has made an impression in some stunning circles, including being highly commended in Harpers Bazaar Session Stylist Awards 2009, and featuring in Shop Till You Drop, Grazia, and Harpers Bazaar. Ryan has worked as an educator for Sebastian throughout Australia in 2011. He believes creativity can be found in all walks of life, and surrounds himself with creative influences which inspire him to think outside the box. Mitchell is a regular force assisting at Australian Fashion Week 2007-2011, David Jones 2007-2010, Myer Collections 2007 - 2008

Nicole Sudjana

Senior Stylist /colourist

Emerging as one of Renya Xydis City’s senior stylist and colourist stand out talents, Nicole gives every client her personal touch by love of colour and strong cutting skills. Trained by one of Australia’s leading colourist, Valonz’s Christine Rowe, Nicole has honed her skills with a strong following of clients. Consultation is key to achieving her clients needs and wants - no stone is left unturned. Sudjana has worked for leading hair care brands as an educator sharing her knowledge and know how nationwide. Sudjana has worked alongside some of our leading editorial stylist at Australian Fashion Week 2005 - 2010, David Jones 2008 - 2010

Elle Pidgeon

Senior Stylist / colourist

Calm and considerate, Elle’s priority is to get it right each and every time her clients visit her. Beautiful blondes are her signature she sees endless possibilities in colour. Her passion for cutting sees her with a loyal clientele. Always exceeding her clients expectations Elle is one to watch.

Travis Balcke - Agent 2c Management

Editorial Stylist

Over a decade of experience, Blacke’s aesthetic approach creates beautiful sexy hair. His styling expertise has seen Travis work assisting on international jobs such as Calvin Klein, Lady Ga Ga, Italian Vogue to name but a few. As a regular every season at the international fashions shows in Paris, Milan and NYC, Travis has the know how on hair. “A client has a vision; it’s my job to make that a reality, working with what you have and enhancing that is key.” Travis’ hands have graced the heads of Gwyneth Paltrow, Mena Suvari and Jennifer Hawkins. With work featured Madison, Grazia and Harpers Bazaar. Travelling twice a year to work on the shows in New York, Paris and Milan, Balcke’s in the front line of current trends.Find him backstage locally at Australian Fashion Week 2002 - 11 and internationally at Paris, Milan and New York Fashion Week 2008 - 2012.

RENYA XYDIS - Agent The Artist Group

Editorial Stylist / Creative Director

As the driving force of creativity for her three beloved salons, Xydis leads her team to be the very best that they can be - leading by example. Xydis is constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity which has seen her work for over three decades in some of worlds leading publications from iconic Vanity Fair to Vogue. Travelling the world throughout the year to work as hair director on runway shows, her stamina and dedication is inspiring. Xydis can do attitude towards hair makes her a natural favourite with her loyal celebrity clientele.

Backstage Paris / Milan fashion week 1988 - 2011, NYC fashion week 2005 -2011, London fashion week 1988 - 2011, Australian fashion week 1998 - 2011

Harold Samu

Salon Manager

“What I love about my job is the challenge of matching clients with the right stylist; someone with whom they will respond on an interpersonal level and who has the perfect skill set to create the look they want to achieve. Feeling confident about your look helps you to tap into all the great things about yourself that otherwise aren’t evident on the outside.”

Natalie Matijevic

Second in Charge 2IC

“A great day for me is when the stylists and colourists are on fire. The mood in the salon is great and clients get everything they want. As an ex hairdresser I know what clients want out of their experience with us at Renya Xydis City and it is always my pleasure to ensure that they receive it when they visit us.” Says Natalie. “Our job to make the clients feel like family and know that we are here to assist them in all their hair needs”.

Editorial work

Renya Xydis

Travis Balcke

Ryan Mitchell

Juny Kim

Q & A with Renya Xydis City - The hub of the City

Senior Stylist Richard Brand and Editorial Stylist Travis Balcke

Richard who and what inspires you? How do you get your inspiration? Everything around me, the fashion on the streets to fashion week and even my colleagues at Renya Xydis City. Playing with fabrics of different textures and relating that back to different hair types. Also brainstorming with my team in the salon.

What are you looking forward to Travis? I have a trip to India in July with Wella. I will be educating hairdressers there about the new styling range. Doing the shows in NYC in September - I migrate to the Northern hemisphere twice a year to work on all the international shows.

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RENYA XYDIS CITY

Never before has a beauty destination made such a sublime mark on Sydney’s CBD.

Draped in finery from Africa, Tokyo, Paris and New York, ‘Renya Xydis City Salon’ marries a kaleidoscope of inspirations to create a space where creativity thrives and the heartbeat of beauty resounds.

But don’t be fooled by the finery. Renya Xydis City is as much about substance as it is about style. Inside is a team of true professionals from cuts to colours, the internationally trained staff are equipped to making clients discover their true hair potential.

It’s a boutique environment nestled amidst sky-scrapers, offering men and women the sweetest escape during their lunchbreak or before a night out on the town. Not only is the service, cutting, colouring and styling unsurpassed, but it is done so within a space that is visually intoxicating.

Address & Trading hours

172 Castlreagh Street
SYDNEY 2000, NSW
T 02 9264 8888
See map

Monday 8.30am - 5.30pm
Tuesday 8.30am - 6.00pm
Wednesday 8.30am - 6.00pm
Thursday 8.30am - 8.00pm
Friday 8.30am - 6.30pm
Saturday 8.30am - 5.30pm

Employment

We are always interested in speaking with new local and international talent in all areas of our unique and inspiring business.

We are a team that is dedicated to nurturing staff and their development. Intensive, thorough creative training programs – from apprentice to senior team levels – are a testament the team’s growth.

To express interest in employment, please forward your resume or portfolio to:

General Manager Juliet Cummins at juliet@valonz.com.au

Services @ Renya Xydis City

The Renya Xydis City team are as diverse as the personalised service they offer clients. Working with leading beauty magazines, photographers and fashion houses allows Renya Xydis City to develop future trends and bring them back into the daily flow of the salon; tailoring them to suit you.

We offer the finest:

• Styling
• Colour
• Foiling
• Balayage
• Colour Glaze
• Brazilian Blow Out ZERO (Smoothing Treatment)
• Hair Facial
• Hair Treatments

Read more here about our services, salon etiquette and employment.

Parking Availability

Parking Stations

• Hilton Car Park
• QVB Car Park
• Piccaddily/DJ’s Car Park
• Domain Car Park
• Cook & Phillip Car Park

Metred Parking

• Along and Around Hyde Park, Elizabeth St, William St, College St

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Q & A with Renya Xydis City - The hub of the City

Salon Manager Harold Samu and 2IC Natalie Matijevic

What’s a great day for you in the salon Natalie? A great day for me is when the stylists and colourists are on fire. The mood in the salon is great and clients get everything they want.

What is the one thing you love most about your job Harold? What I love about my job is the challenge of matching clients with the right stylist; someone with whom they will respond on an interpersonal level and who has the perfect skill set to create the look they want to achieve.

Senior Stylist Ryan Mitchell & Senior Stylist & Colourist Nicole Sudjana

Nicole what’s hot right now in hair? I’m loving disheveled, air rated hair- anything that’s textured without loads of layering. Sometimes the simplest things are the most effective. Colour wise I am loving honey and copper tones- soft and seamless texture created when combining balliage and foiling.

What sort of a hairdresser would you like to be known as Ryan? Versatile I want my clients to feel confident that I can deliver what they want custom for their needs, I would also describe my work as all or nothing I love doing undone hair rock and roll chic, or really structured strong polished shapes

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