Tell me about how you got your start in the hair industry. I’ve been in the industry for 13 years now, but I was previously working in the hospitality industry.... read more →
canadian hairstylist of the year awards
Tell us about yourself. How did you get your start in the beauty industry? Did you always know you wanted to be a hairstylist? I went to university to study... read more →
How did you feel when you found out that you won Atlantic Hairstylist of the Year? I was in disbelief and I was very excited! The category that I was... read more →
How did you feel when you found out that you won the Session Hairstylist of the Year award? I was super excited. I wish I could describe the feeling. From... read more →
How and why did you start competing in the Contessa Awards? I entered for the first time two years ago. I had it in my mind that I wanted to... read more →
After being held virtually for the last two years, the 34th annual Contessa Awards returned with a bang on Sunday, November, 20th, 2022. Held at the Westin Harbour Castle in... read more →
With hairstylists and colourists from across Canada shooting their shot on Instagram with their favourite collection photo, we’ve asked you to vote for your favourite #Contessa2023 Freestyle entry. Now, it’s... read more →
The list you’ve all been waiting for is finally here: The 2023 Contessa Awards finalists! Thank you to everyone who entered! We’re so proud of all the creativity and support... read more →
It’s time to reveal the names of the entrants who are one step closer at receiving the highly coveted Contessa Awards’ titles and hardware! Thank you to everyone who participated... read more →
After hosting our past two galas virtually, we’re excited to be back to a live, in-person format on November 20, 2022 for the 34th annual Contessa Awards! Are you ready... read more →
It’s officially Contessa Awards season and as we all continue to adjust to the “new normal,” one thing remains the same: We’re absolutely blown away by the amount of talent... read more →
It’s back! Entries for our Contessa Freestyle category are now open! We’re asking you to take your best shot and enter your photo on Instagram for a chance to win... read more →