The Fellowship for British Hairdressing announces the finalists for the 80th Anniversary Luncheon & Awards 2026.
Regarded as the biggest and best independent awards event in the industry, the Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s Luncheon & Awards will take place on the Monday the 7th of December 2026 at the exclusive Londoner Hotel on Leicester Square. This unmissable 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.
Commenting on the announcement of the finalists for 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. The Fellowship Awards recognises these achievements throughout the hairdressing & 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.”
Simon Shaw continued: “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. 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.”
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 on December the 7th 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.
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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 (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 (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 (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 (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
- 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
- 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 & Commerce Awards
Breakthrough Artist of the Year (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
- Chelsey Stone
- HOST
- Nashwhite
- Studio U
- Williams & Hirst
- Wonderworks
Barber Business of the Year
- 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
Tickets for the Fellowship Luncheon & Awards 2026 can be purchased here.