.png)
Style, confidence and connection at Booka Shade Hair & Beauty
- binhluong3
- Oct 8
- 2 min read
Booka Shade Hair & Beauty – Wantirna South
A dream realised
For husband-and-wife team Tim and Nada, owning Booka Shade Hair & Beauty in Wantirna South is more than just a business, it’s the fulfilment of a lifelong dream.
Tim has been a hairdresser for over 20 years. His career began when he was just 15, working as an apprentice in Lebanon before travelling to Dubai and Kuwait to refine his craft. After settling in Australia 14 years ago, he decided it was time to take the leap and open a salon of his own, a place where he could express his creativity and make people feel their best.
Nada’s journey began with her love of makeup and beauty. After studying at Casey Beauty School, she joined forces with Tim to expand the salon’s offerings and create a space that celebrates self-care, confidence, and connection. Today, Booka Shade Hair & Beauty stands as a trusted local favourite, with a decade of experience helping clients look and feel amazing.
More than a salon
At Booka Shade Hair & Beauty, the focus is on the full experience. From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed like family. The team’s warm, relaxed approach helps every client feel at home, while their skill and professionalism ensure every service, from haircuts and colouring to beauty treatments, is of the highest quality.
Tim and Nada take pride in using Keune Hair Cosmetics, a professional salon-only brand known for its superior results and gentle formulations. Every appointment at Booka Shade is designed with care, combining expert technique with genuine warmth. It’s not just about leaving with a great haircut, it’s about walking out feeling confident, refreshed, and valued.
“Our clients know we care,” says Nada. “We listen, we give honest advice, and we want every person to leave feeling confident and refreshed.”
A personal touch
Booka Shade’s clients often become regulars, and, over time, friends. Many have been coming for years, drawn by the comfortable, welcoming atmosphere and the genuine connections they’ve built with Tim and Nada. “It’s not just a salon,” says Tim. “It’s a place where people come to relax, chat, and feel good about themselves. That’s what keeps it special.”
Proudly local
Located on High Street Road in Wantirna South, Booka Shade Hair & Beauty is part of a close-knit community that Tim and Nada love being part of.
“People here are so supportive and loyal,” Nada says. “It feels like one big extended family, and that’s what makes coming to work so rewarding.”
Their customers’ trust and loyalty continue to inspire them to grow, innovate, and give back through their work every day.
Looking ahead
After 10 successful years, Tim and Nada are excited for what’s next. They hope to expand their range of treatments, continue learning new techniques, and keep providing the same level of personal care that has made Booka Shade so loved by locals.
Running the business, they say, has been one of the most rewarding parts of their lives. “We’ve met incredible people, built lifelong friendships, and get to do what we love every day,” Nada says. “That’s something we’ll never take for granted.”
