2018’S MUST ATTEND EVENTS

31 May 2018

Written by Alice Smithson

As part of such inspirational and creative industries such as hair and beauty, we are privileged to have a wealth of events to attend throughout the year, keeping the passion for the industries alive and allowing the industry icons and providers to demonstrate and show their latest trends, techniques and products. With the busy period fast approaching, here we give you a run down of the must attend events up until the end of 2018!

Salon Business Awards

11th June 2018

A fantastic event rewarding salons and stylists for their hard work and commitment to the hairdressing and beauty industries. A small intimate affair held in the most glamorous of venues. Fantastic event for networking and catching up with old friends!

Creative Head Most Wanted and It List Awards

September 2018

For all you fashionistas out there this is a must attend for you! Rewarding the creative kings and queens of the hairdressing industry, the Most Wanted and It List Awards are a fantastic event held at the most dramatic and inspirational venues. Interact with hairdressing most coveted stylists.

British Hairdressing Business Awards

17th September 2018

Promoting professionalism, innovation and excellence, the BHBA’s recognise those individuals and teams who work tirelessly to raise the profile and professionalism of the industry. A great networking event.

Olympia Beauty

30th September – 1st October

Now in its 14th year, Olympia Beauty brings the biggest beauty brands to central London, and has on average over 18.5k visitors over the course of the weekend. With over 500 beauty brands this is a must attend event for all you therapists out there to learn all about the merging trends and latest products,

Salon International 2018

13th – 15th October 2018

The largest UK hairdressing exhibition and a must attend for salons around the country. Held at London’s ExCel, the exhibition allows salons and stylists to get up close and personal with hairdressing icons whilst browsing the 400+ brands that exhibit at the exhibition. With so much on offer it’s the best place to get your creative juice flowing!

Alternative Hair Show

14th October 2018

Now in its 36th year, the Alternative Hair Show is recognised as the world most prestigious hairdressing event, hosting the industries leading inspirational hairdressers from around the world, whilst raising money for Fighting Leukaemia. Held at the Freemason’s hall in London’s Covent Garden the show is a must see.

HJ Live North

21-22nd October 2018

Taking place alongside Professional Beauty, HJ North is a chance for the northern stylists and salons to discover the latest trends to shape the industry. From new launches to live demos, there is something for everyone and is a great opportunity to improve skills and techniques whilst networking and interacting with your hairdressing peers!

British Hairdressing Awards 2018

26th November 2018

Celebrating the best in British hairdressing the BHA’s are the Oscars of hairdressing, rewarding the best in the business for their skill and technique, with the creative winning the must have award. A great event to attend and fantastic for networking!