More than 1,500 hairdressers celebrated Great Britain’s top talent at the 2017 British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional and hosted by Hairdressers Journal International. Hairdressers were recognized in 16 categories, including regional entries and specialist collections, plus the ultimate accolade—British Hairdresser of the Year.

Hosted by Cat Deeley, guests and finalists enjoyed entertainment by pop supergroup Boyzlife and were inspired by Schwarzkopf Professional’s Ikonic Looks presentation by session stylist Tyler Johnston, Lesley Jennison and Rainbow Room International’s award-winning duo, Suzie McGill and Dylan Brittain.

Finalists are judged twice by a…