The Fellowship for British Hairdressing are proud to launch the Fellowship 80th Anniversary Luncheon & Awards for 2026
The Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s Luncheon & Awards will take place on the Monday 7 December 2026, at the exclusive Londoner Hotel on Leicester Square. The event will see Fellowship members, sponsors, brand partners and their guests come together to network, all while celebrating the evolution of the Fellowship as it continues to shape the future of hairdressing.
Commenting on the launch of the Fellowship 80th Anniversary Luncheon & Awards 2026, Fellowship President, Simon Shaw said: “For 80 years the Fellowship has been cultivating a unique community that drives standards, inspires artistry, and champions both established and emerging talent.
“A Fellowship Award is recognised as one of the most coveted awards to achieve and are independently judged by the most esteemed Fellowship members.”
Barry Stephens, Chief Executive of the Fellowship for British Hairdressing, said: “We are delighted to announce the launch of the Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026. The awards are for everyone – whether you are a creative who wants to showcase their latest collection, or you have a more business focused approach, there is something for everyone.
“We also have our Honours Awards, which allow us to reward our Fellowship Members for their hard work and dedication to The Fellowship.”
Simon added: “The Fellowship Luncheon & Awards are a fantastic way to celebrate the dedication of our members and celebrate the exceptional talent within our industry. These awards allow us to give back to the very best in hairdressing, our members, and Fellowship Teams and Projects, whilst bringing our industry together to celebrate another fantastic year.”
Check Out the Categories at the Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026
Image of the Year Awards
NEW – Ruby Image of the Year
Fellowship Image of the Year Award
Colour Image of the Year Award
Men’s Image of the Year Award
Afro Image of the Year Award
Snapshot Image of the Year Award
International Image of the Year Award
Art and Commerce Awards
NEW – Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award
Independent Business Space of the Year Award
Barber Business of the Year Award
Salon Business of the Year Award
Educator of the Year Award
The Trevor Sorbie Award for Creative & Commercial Innovation
Honours Awards*
NEW – Men’s Hairdresser of the Year
Hairdresser of the Year
Fellow with Honours
Fellow with Distinction
Gold Medal Award
Hall of F.A.M.E. Award**
Community Hero Award
Member of the Year Award
Session Hair Stylist of the Year Award
Breakthrough Artist of the Year
How to Enter the Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026
Entries open on the 22 June 2026, and will close on the 28 September 2026.
Winners will be announced at the Fellowship Luncheon & Awards on the 7 December 2026.
Tickets for the Fellowship Luncheon and Awards 2026 can now be purchased here.
*Internal awards are nominated by Fellowship members
** Please note that this award is by invitation only.
