It’s time to “show us your best shot!” Entries for our Contessa Freestyle category are now open! Post your best hair photo on Instagram for a chance to win the... read more →
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The Contessa Awards is partnering with Sassoon Academy Toronto as its Education Sponsor for the 35th annual awards competition and gala. To celebrate the 35th anniversary, Sassoon Academy Toronto will... 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 →
At the 33rd annual Contessa Awards, Wella Professionals took the virtual stage with Nadsat, a ’90s, street-style inspired presentation, once again led by British award-winning hairstylist and Wella global... read more →
The 33rd annual Contessa Awards were held virtually on Sunday, November 7, 2021, and it was definitely one unforgettable night! Hosted by Toronto-based hairstylist and TV personality Bill Rowley, the... read more →
It’s the finalist news you’ve all been waiting for! For the past week, you’ve voted for your favourite Contessa finalist entries online and the time has come to see who... read more →
Get ready for the biggest virtual party of the year! The Contessa 2022 show program is your exclusive guide to the largest professional beauty celebration in Canada. From viewing the... read more →
. . . Now that the Contessa 2022 finalists have been announced (in case you missed it: check out the video announcement here and the full list of finalists... read more →