The freelance hairdressers’ association launches awards
The Freelance Hairdressers’ Association (FHA) celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion it's introducing a brand-new competition, open to all freelancers. The image-based awards features six categories, each of will be judged by an acclaimed industry expert. It couldn’t be easier to enter, and the FHA is even providing advice for freelancers who have never ventured into the world of awards with a practical and informative video. Created to inspire confidence in every entrant, this guide will help everyone’s entry be the best it can be.
Who can enter?
Everyone - the awards are open to every insured freelance or self-employed hairdresser in the UK. You do not need to be a FHA member to enter.
Categories:
Avant Garde Award – judged by Anne Veck
If you’re a hairdresser that likes to push boundaries, this is the category is for you. Step outside of your commercial comfort zone and let your experimental side shine by showing off your creative vision and technical skills with avant-garde hair.
Barber’s Chair Award – judged by Chris Foster
Love barbering? This is your chance to showcase your creative skills and technical talent with a look that’s professional and polished. From fresh fades to retro styling, the Barber’s Chair Award is the perfect category to show off your barbering techniques.
Style Creator Award, sponsored by Wella – judged by Jordanna Cobella
Whether you’re a trend setter, a restyle master or a fashion icon within your business, this category is for you. Be proud of yourself and stand out from the crowd.
Colour Master Award, sponsored by Indola – judged Georgia Bell
Showcase your creative and technical skills with a category that’s all about colour. From commercial looks and salon-friendly finishes to vibrant shades and bold transformations, this is your chance to show off your very best colour work.
Red Carpet / Bridal Award – judged Kasia Fortuna
If you love styling, this is the category for you. Showcase your very best bridal and red carpet looks, with hair that combines technical styling skills with beautiful, flattering finished looks. From polished vintage glamour to soft bridal styling, this is your chance to show off your styling skills.
Texture Excellence Award – Emma Simmons
Love working with curls? Demonstrate your knowledge of this area with looks that celebrate the best of natural texture. Spring into action and enter now! The Freelance Hairdressers’ Association Elite Awards are now open and application forms, along with video guides, can be found here. Entries close on 31 March so get your entries in. Tina Farey, Editorial director for RUSH Hair, recent shared her top tips for getting started in avant-garde hairdressing - and you can check them out here.
