Alecia, owner and director of Silver Sixpence, is the driving force behind its success, bringing together a talented team to create a thriving business. Her journey with Silver Sixpence began six years ago with a distinctive luxury beauty bus, offering top-notch spa services at events and throughout the winter at Cardrona Ski Field. This innovative start led to the establishment of a custom-designed day spa in Three Parks, Wanaka, meticulously crafted by Alecia herself.

With a wealth of experience working abroad in prestigious day spas, skin clinics, and even luxurious super yachts, Alecia has carefully crafted Silver Sixpence into a haven where every client is made to feel like royalty. “Creating an environment that my team adores is crucial—they’re not just my staff; they’re my second family,” Alecia shares.

Alecia’s 17 years in the beauty and spa industry fuel her continuous drive to enhance her skills, especially in medical skin treatments. Her services, including tailored skin plans and cutting-edge procedures like IPL, Morpheus8, and FormaV, highlight her dedication to excellence and ongoing education. Alecia’s holistic approach to health, emphasising both skin and gut well-being, is key to achieving lasting, optimal results.

At the heart of Alecia’s life is her family. She enjoys exploring the tranquil lakes of Wanaka and traveling across New Zealand in their caravan with her husband Dan, a well-known local tradesman, and their daughters, Frankie and Marlee. Together, they relish the peace and beauty of their scenic hometown, finding joy in simple moments spent with friends.

Courtney is a dedicated skincare professional with five years of experience, specializing in facials and micro-needling. Her passion for skincare shines through as she tailors treatment plans and skincare regimens to meet individual needs. Known for her expertise in eye treatments and relaxing massage techniques, she’s committed to helping clients unwind and feel their best. Courtney is also trained in Laser hair Removal and IPL treatments so an array of treatments options for everyone.

When she’s not working, Courtney enjoys diving into a good book with a cheeky glass of wine by her side. She lives in Cromwell with her partner Jack and their beloved dog, Daisy.

Kiara brings extensive expertise from the beauty industry to our spa, with a passion for nails, makeup, brows, and skin. She has previous experience as a spa therapist and specialises in delivering luxurious facials. Focusing on skincare, Kiara enjoys providing detailed skin consultations to help clients achieve their best skin. Her top priority is client care, ensuring you receive attentive and personalised service.

Originally from Bordeaux, France, Sarah brings a wealth of experience as a skilled therapist. She’s here to improve her English while continuing to share her expertise with clients. Specialising in lash extensions and Algologie facials, Sarah loves pampering clients across all the services we offer. Known for her incredible pedicures, clients often leave feeling deeply relaxed and rejuvenated.

Outside of work, Sarah is an avid explorer. On weekends, she enjoys discovering the stunning landscapes of New Zealand, often hiking and swimming in some of the country’s most beautiful spots. Sarah’s warm and patient nature makes every treatment a truly special experience.

Trinity recently relocated from the Far North to join our team. With 2.5 years of experience as a qualified beauty therapist in Kerikeri, she specialises in spa treatments such as massages, facials, and body treatments.
Trinity has a passion for brows and always aims to make her clients feel comfortable, pampered, and like royalty.

She’s excited to be here and looks forward to meeting all of our wonderful clients!

Shaquille is a Wanaka local and is eager to learn everything Beauty! With 2 years of experience, Shaquille specialises in BIAB nails, eye treatments, body waxing and massage. She’s dedicated to delivering personalised, high-quality services that leave clients feeling confident and refreshed. With her super friendly, bubbly personality you will instantly be at ease with Shaq’s presence and expertise.

In her spare time she loves getting out amongst nature and loves a good walk. A passionate home cook, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, often accompanied by a well-earned glass of Shiraz.

Yuliya brings a wealth of international experience to Silver Sixpence as an accomplished makeup artist and key member of our spa team. Originally from Belarus, she has traveled the world refining her skills and has worked in prestigious locations such as Dubai, delivering world‑class makeup services to a diverse and discerning clientele.

With a warm and welcoming personality, Yuliya ensures every guest who steps into Silver Sixpence feels comfortable, cared for, and truly at home. Beyond her artistry, she is the heartbeat of our spa’s day‑to‑day operations, combining professionalism with a personal touch to create a seamless guest experience from start to finish.

Yuliya has a special passion for lip and brow micropigmentation, where her exceptional eye for symmetry and facial balance allows her to deliver flawless, natural‑looking results. Her meticulous approach and dedication to perfection ensure every client leaves feeling confident and beautiful.

Now settled in Wanaka with her husband, Yuliya loves exploring the stunning outdoors and vibrant local lifestyle the region offers. She brings that same passion for beauty, detail, and balance into everything she does at Silver Sixpence, making her an integral part of our guest experience.

Sam, our indispensable Clinic Coordinator and the welcoming face you’ll see at reception, keeps our team organised and on point here at Silver Sixpence. She’s exceptionally knowledgeable about the treatments and products we offer and has a particular passion for the perfect spray tan. If you’re looking for that flawless bronzed look for an event or just your regular tan, Sam’s meticulous approach is exactly what you need.

Before her time with us, Sam was a hairstylist and owned her own salon, but when she sought a new environment, she made the fantastic leap to our beauty industry team (and we’re so lucky she did!).

In her downtime, Sam and her husband Andrew are busy raising their son Alfie and love spending time at the lake and discovering all the wonderful activities our beautiful region has to offer.