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CANADIAN HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR AWARDS
The 2023 Contessa Awards Highlights Video!
Relive the Canada’s biggest night in beauty! The 2023 Contessa Awards came back with a bang with a live and..
read moreContessa 2023: Show Opener by Norm Wright
Returning to its first live, in-person show since the pandemic, the 2023 Contessa Awards gala was opened by a show-stopping..
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The 2023 Contessa Awards Highlights Video!
Relive the Canada’s biggest night in beauty! The 2023 Contessa Awards came back with a bang with a live and in-person gala on Sunday, November.. Read More →
Contessa 2023: Show Opener by Norm Wright
Returning to its first live, in-person show since the pandemic, the 2023 Contessa Awards gala was opened by a show-stopping presentation by Toronto-based Contessa award-winning.. Read More →
Contessa 2023: Wella Presentation by Dana Lyseng
Wella top artist and Contessa award-winning hairstylist Dana Lyseng led the company’s bold and colourful presentation at the 34th annual Contessa Awards. The presentation, titled.. Read More →
LATEST NEWS & TIPS
Vote Now for #ContessaFreestyle2024!
It’s time to have your say and vote for your favourite #ContessaFreestyle2024 entry! Voting is now open and runs until October 16, 2023... Read More →
A Recap of Kao Salon Global Experience 2023!
Hairstylists and beauty pros from more than 37 countries travelled to Chicago for the 2023 Kao Salon Global Experience, and it was one.. Read More →
Hair Trends from the 3.1 PHILLIP LIM S/S ’24 NYFW Runway x KEVIN.MURPHY
Explore the latest hair trends showcased at the New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer Runway show by 3.1 Phillip Lim! Delve into insights from.. Read More →
FEATURED COLLECTIONS
Contessa Winning Collection – Supernova Salon
Salon: Supernova Salon, North Vancouver, B.C. Category/Catégorie: Salon Interior Design | Design d’intérieur Designer: House of Bohn Design Photos: Provoke Studios {igallery id=5153|cid=1637|pid=2|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
Contessa Finalist Collection – Blueberry Hair Salon and Spa
Salon: Blueberry Hair Salon and Spa, Oakville, Ont. Category/Catégorie: Salon Interior Design | Design d’intérieur Designer: Helena Gussman, Roz Khosravani, Shahram Sarvian Photos:.. Read More →
Contessa Finalist Collection – Dean Delmonte & Company
Salon: Dean Delmonte & Company, Toronto Category/Catégorie: Salon Interior Design | Design d’intérieur Designer: Sandbox Design, Trifon Voltsinis. Sharon Mimran Design Photos: Michael.. Read More →
In Case You Missed It
Contessa 23 Finalist Collection – Merita Ferrada
Name/Nom: Merita Ferrada Category/Catégorie: Student/Apprentice Hairstylist | Étudiant / Apprenti de l’année Salon: Edward Carriere {igallery id=4334|cid=1867|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
Contessa 23 Finalist Collection – Holly Hui
Name/Nom: Holly Hui Category/Catégorie: Student/Apprentice Hairstylist | Étudiant / Apprenti de l’année Salon: Inspired Hair Design {igallery id=6274|cid=1868|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
Contessa 23 Finalist Collection – Amy Middleton
Name/Nom: Amy Middleton Category/Catégorie: Student/Apprentice Hairstylist | Étudiant / Apprenti de l’année Salon: Essentique Spa Salon {igallery id=6630|cid=1869|pid=1|type=category|children=0|addlinks=0|tags=|limit=0}.. Read More →
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