The Fellowship for British Hairdressing has announced the finalists for the Fellowship 80th Anniversary Luncheon & Awards
The Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s Luncheon & Awards will take place on the Monday 7 December, 2026 at the Londoner Hotel on Leicester Square. The event sees Fellowship members, sponsors, brand partners, and their guests come together to network, all whilst celebrating the evolution of the Fellowship as it continues to shape the future of hairdressing.
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. The Fellowship Awards recognises these achievements throughout the hairdressing and barbering industry. A Fellowship Award is recognised as one of the most coveted awards to achieve and are independently judged by the most esteemed Fellowship members.”
“The Fellowship is the crème de la crème of British hairdressing. As we celebrate our 80th Anniversary and continue to evolve the Fellowship for future generations," Simon continued.
"We will continue to do everything we do to the highest level and accomplish what we set out to do. We’ll come out bigger, better, and stronger – growing our membership and providing new opportunities for our sponsors and members. Congratulations to all of our finalists.”
Image of the Year Awards
Ruby Image of the Year (powered by K18)
Andrew Smith, Andrew Smith Salons
Danilo Giangreco, Danilo Giangreco
Efi Davies, Toni&Guy Academy
Paul Paterson, Medusa
Rush Academy, Rush Academy
Suzie McGill, Rainbow Room International
Image of the Year Award (Powered by Innersense):
Cos Sakkas, Toni&Guy Academy
David Corbett, David Corbett Hairdressing
Efi Davies, Toni&Guy Academy
Elle Page, Toni&Guy Acadmey
Hooker & Young, Hooker & Young
Richard Ashforth, Sassoon Academy
Colour Image of the Year Award (powered by L’Oréal Professional)
Danilo Giangreco, Danilo Giangreco London
Efi Davies, Toni&Guy Academy
Emanuelle Temperini, Toni&Guy Academy
Emma Simmons, Salon 54
Hooker & Young, Hooker & Young
Suzie McGill, Rainbow Room International
Men’s Image of the Year Award (powered by Wahl Professional)
Dexter Johnson, Toni&Guy
Dom Capel, Lara Johnson Lifestyle
James Parr, Nashwhite
Jodie May, Cut Society
Kevin Luchmun, Luchmun Studios
Shelley Lane, Shelley Lane Salon
Afro Image of the Year Award (powered by Design Essentials)
Ashley Michael Graham, Ashely Michael Hair
Rebecca Delehedy, Dot Hair
Lisa Farrall, Wig London
Efi Davies, Toni&Guy Academy
David Corbett, David Corbett Hairdressing
Chris Grimley, Fusion Hair Co.
Snapshot Image of the Year Award
Graeme Fawns, @66 Hair & Lifestyle
Andrea Dorata, Dorata Hairdressing
Becky Hare, David McNeill
Blayre Turnbull, Urban Hair & Beauty
Safy Burton, Safy B’s
Skaiste Buinicke, Brooks & Brooks
International Image of the Year Award
Bona Joerg, By Bona, Germany
Danny Pato, D&M Hair Design, New Zealand
Erin Landry Fernandes, Bon Bon Salon, Canada
Lyndal Salmon, Biba Academy, Australia
Marilyn Guarino, Biba Academy, Australia
Pauline Mcabe, Rock Paper Scissors Hair Studio, Australia
Art and Commerce Awards
NEW! Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award (powered by Hanzo)
Amelia Krasinski, KH Hair
Ella Fisher, Hair Artistry
Elle Foreman, Tribe Salons
Marlon Hawkins, Brooks&Brooks
Millie Braham, Nashwhite
Shelley Lane, Shelley Lane Salon
Independent Business Space of the Year Award
Chelsey Stone
HOST
Nashwhite
Studio U
Williams & Hirst
Wonderworks
Barber Business of the Year Award
Menspire
Movemen
R.W. Wold
Ruffians
Savills Barbers & Academy
The Refinery
Salon Business of the Year Award (powered by Salon IQ)
Brooks&Brooks
Goldsworthy
Hooker & Young
Rainbow Room International
The Chapel
Tribe Salons
Educator of the Year Award (powered by Dense)
David Spinelli
Josh Lamonaca
Lauren McCowan
Mentored by Menspire
Naomi Brooks
Terri Nadin
Hall of F.A.M.E. 2026
Amy Christie
Darrel Starkey
Elle Foreman
Jamie Benny
Luke Benson
Stacey Wright
The Trevor Sorbie Award for Creative & Commercial Innovation
Casey Coleman
Let Lew
Shelley Lane
Barry Stephens, CEO of the Fellowship for British Hairdressing, said: “We are delighted to announce the finalists for the 80th Anniversary Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026. The awards are for everyone and 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. We look forward to welcoming you to the Londoner Hotel...for a day of celebration.”
The Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026 is a globally renowned ceremony which honours exceptional skill, milestones, and future initiatives for members, sponsors, and major stakeholders who fly in from around the globe to attend this celebration of everything creative.
Tickets for the Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026 can be purchased here.
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