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Top Tips & Guidance
For ALL competitions ...........
Judges are advised that they must, in any competition, judge what is right, not what they like. Competitors should view their finished model or mannequin head from all angles before posing the model or mannequin head. Remember in any competition judges are not allowed to touch the hair. All judgements are visual only.
Click on each image below to link to the full judges guidance.
COMPETITION GUIDELINES & KEY POINTS
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Precision & Technical Accuracy: Ensure all work meets competition standards with flawless execution.
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Creativity Within the Brief: Showcase originality while adhering to the brief.
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Clean Finish & Attention to Detail: Deliver polished, professional results
ACHIEVING A BALANCED OVERALL LOOK
Symmetry or Intentional Asymmetry, a competition hairstyle must communicate clear design intent.
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Symmetrical looks should be evenly weighted and aligned.
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Asymmetrical designs must show purpose, not imbalance.
COLOUR PLACEMENT GUIDANCE
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Colour placement is a key factor in creating impact and elevating a finished look.
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Judges are instructed to assess technical correctness and suitability of placement, not personal preference when judging.
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Strategic colour use can transform a haircut into a showpiece.
MESSY TEXTURED STYLING
Why messy textured styling?
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Adds movement and personality to the finished look
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Creates a modern, editorial feel when done with intention
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Highlights texture and dimension, especially when combined with colour
HAIRDRESSING BRIDAL
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Clean Finish: No flyaway, visible pins, or grips.
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Symmetry & Balance: Style should look harmonious from all angles.
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Creativity: Unique yet elegant design.
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Technical Skill: Secure construction without overuse of products.
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Suitability: Matches the theme (bridal, evening, etc.) and model’s features.
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Balance: The hairstyle should complement the head shape and overall
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Finish: Smooth, polished, and clean. No visible pins or grips
CATWALK STYLING
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Highlights texture and dimension, especially when combined with colour
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Catwalk Hair design should complement the model’s face shape and outfit.
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Makeup and hair should work together cohesively.
HAIR TYPE 3 & 4
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Judges evaluate curl pattern clarity, symmetry, and consistency. Well-defined curls/coils that suit the chosen style score highly.
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Judges reward originality—styles that push boundaries (avant-garde, artistic definitions of natural texture).
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Variation in styling, shape, volume dynamics, and the use of unique finishing
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elements (e.g., accessories, parting styles) can elevate a look
MENS INSPIRATIONAL
Purpose of the competition:
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Celebrate creativity, precision, and trend-setting styles in men’s hairdressing.
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Showcase innovative techniques and inspirational looks that reflect current and
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future trends.