Find out everything you need to know about this year's Contessa Awards! What's New? The Contessas are turning 30, which means it’s time to reflect on the past three decades... read more →

As one of the co-founders of Barber & Co, a growing brand in Canada, Ian Daburn “accidentally” found a creative outlet in competing. In addition to being a Contessa finalist... read more →

For Contessa 28 finalist Kelsey Fitzpatrick’s Makeup Artist of the Year collection, it wasn’t only about the face. “I was inspired by thick, textural oil painting techniques to create a unique... read more →

For the 2018 Contessa Awards, we asked our audience: “What Inspires You?” And for Team Moroccanoil’s presentation, their source of inspiration was avant-garde fashion designer Thierry Mugler and one of... read more →

Featuring cutting-edge hairstyling and colour, Wella Professionals’ presentation at the 29th Contessa Awards featured recreated looks from iconic hairstyles, such as the classic bob and fingerwaves, from the ’20s, ’60s... read more →

Congratulations to the Contessa 2018 winners! Salon Magazine (the producers of the Canadian Hairstylist of the Year Awards) is proud to showcase the inspiring work of hairstylists, colourists, makeup and... read more →

Competition was fierce for this year’s Fan Favourite award! You’ve cast your votes and we’re happy to announce your five Contessa 2018 Fan Favourite finalists: Pete Goupil, Salon Espace C,... read more →

Our 2018 Contessa Awards host, Bill Rowley, joined Toronto’s Breakfast Television host Dina Pugliese early this morning to showcase the spectacular work of some of our Contessa 2018 finalists. First... read more →

We’re counting down the days to the 29th annual Contessa Awards! Get ready to be captivated by inspiring presentations while celebrating Canadian talent on November 12, 2017 at the Westin Harbour... read more →