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 →
Contessa 2023
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 →
This year, we’re opening up our Contessa Freestyle category to public voting, which means YOU can have a say in the finalists and winner! From October 3rd to October 17th,... 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 →
Calling all new hairstylists, apprentices and students! Are you thinking about entering the Contessa Awards but don’t know where to start? Check out our Emerging Hairstylist Entry Guide for everything... read more →
With the announcement of the newest Contessa category, Collaboration (Co-lab)—an award designed to foster and encourage teamwork between hairstylists and/or colourists—we chatted with two Edmonton-based friends and colleagues, Michelle Oliver... read more →