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“I have that creative interest in myself and my team that we can actually create winning collections.

It’s a dream come true.”

—CHRISTOPHER ASTA, OWNER, HARMONY HAIR CARE CANADIAN SALON TEAM OF THE YEAR ON THE COVER: CONTESSA 2019 CANADIAN HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR TONY RICCI, RICCI HAIR CO., EDMONTON, ALTA., MAKEUP: LAUREN MILES, STYLING: BERNARD CONNOLLY, PHOTO: RICHARD MILES

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Tony Ricci Ricci Hair Co., Edmonton, Alta.

Julie Vriesinga Salon Entrenous, London, Ont.

Canadian Hairstylist

Freddy Sim Moods Hair Salon, Vancouver

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Harmony Hair Care Peterborough, Ont.

Michelle Pargee Freelance, Sechelt, B.C.

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Danielle Barbey Ricci Hair Co., Edmonton, Alta.

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Silas Tsang Blushes, Ottawa

Joey Scandizzo Joey Scandizzo Salon, South Yarra Victoria, Australia

Dustin Schumann Freelance, London, Ont.

Ali Pike The Seahorse Salon, St. John’s, Nfld.

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Joan Novak JoNo Hair, Whistler, B.C.

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Christine Kelly Cutting Room Creative, Nanaimo, B.C.

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Lucy Abate Felix & Ginger Salon, Alton, Ont.

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Nicole Pede InStyle Salon & Spa, Aylmer, Ont.

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Silas Tsang Blushes, Ottawa

Josée Renaud Josée Renaud Coiffure, Québec, Que.

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Simon James Avant Garde Hair Studio, Vancouver

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When speaking with Contessa finalists, the underlying theme that resonated most was that the Contessa Awards are more about making connections with fellow hairstylists than winning an award. And it’s something that was clearly seen and felt in the comraderie, smiles and laughter amongst hairstylists travelling from across Canada to be at the Contessas. Having the opportunity to come together and spend time celebrating each other’s work—that’s the intersection of true beauty in this industry.

For Tony Ricci, the 2019 Canadian Hairstylist of the Year, it’s the opportunity to connect with other artists that keeps him doing what he loves most. He says the Contessas have helped him meet hairstylists, makeup artists and photographers from all over the world, and because of this, he’s been able to show his work on a much larger, global stage.

As we head into a new year, now is often the time when many consider where they see themselves next. Whether you’re planning your upcoming Contessa entry or sharpening your skills behind the chair, there are likely a few people you’re hoping to have with you to learn from and grow with, too. It’s these people, in many ways, who make what we do all the more worthwhile, and are so important for personal and professional growth.

As always, we encourage you to seek out inspiration as often as you can, and whatever you’re planning to take on in 2019, we wish you much success now and always!

Anna Lee Boschetto Editor-in-Chief

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One thing about celebrating a major anniversary: it’s a wonderful occasion to reflect on the evolution of the Contessas over the past 30 years. Whether it’s from a technology perspective—converting from images on slides to digital—to collections becoming more sophisticated and refined, to the overall growth of the event. Having been involved throughout this evolution, it’s really heartwarming to see the respect and love the Contessas has garnered.

When you think about it, the Contessas has shaped careers, salvaged salon businesses, and identified the hottest talent, and it’s all been a privilege for us at Salon.

We are humbled, and appreciate the task of managing Canada’s leading competition.

It’s more important than ever to look forward to the next decade and beyond as to how our industry will evolve and what role Contessas will play. Recognizing young talent continues to be paramount and having the Contessas play a role in attracting and keeping people in our industry. So when we introduced the new Contessa logo and trophy, we knew we had to create something completely modern and progressive. The logo marries the words Contessa and Canadian Hairstylist of the Year. The Contessa font was designed exclusively for us by an award-winning typographer. This is an active logo that you will see in a new Contessa font from year to year.

The trophy design was a serious undertaking with an exclusive design—a solid piece of etched black crystal with clean lines representing strength and modernity. We hope winners will be proud to display their new trophy. We hope you enjoy this issue showing the supremely talented winners and the glamour of the gala night.

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Contessa Winners — TONY RICCI CANADIAN HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Tony Ricci Ricci Hair Co., Edmonton, Alta.

“I did a lot of tartan-inspired looks in terms of the colour.

Families are known by their tartans [in Scotland] and in a similar way hair is a part of your identity, too.”

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CONTESSA 2019 CANADIAN HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Tony Ricci, Ricci Hair Co., Edmonton, Alta. MAKEUP Lauren Miles STYLING Bernard Connolly PHOTOS Richard Miles salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 23

Contessa Winners — TONY RICCI “I think it's important for hairstylists to try something different, like fashion designers we are pushing the boundaries. I love winning, but for me personally it's an opportunity to push myself to a different level each year. Pushing yourself to a different level and get better, that’s really what competition is about.”

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Contessa Winners — HARMONY HAIR CARE CANADIAN SALON TEAM OF THE YEAR

Harmony Hair Care Peterborough, Ont.

“The concept behind this collection, we called Freedom, was to depict courage, independence and love, by combining the techniques of two hairdressing worlds: behind the chair and session styling.

The goal was to adopt some of the perfectionism and some of the whimsical.”

— Christopher Asta, owner

CONTESSA 2019 CANADIAN SALON TEAM OF THE YEAR Harmony Hair Care, Peterborough, Ont. HAIR Christopher Asta, Alysha Kyle, Julie Smith and Lisa Delahaye MAKEUP Lan Nguyen-Grealis STYLING Jared Green PHOTOS John Rawson

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Contessa Winners — HARMONY HAIR CARE 28 salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019

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Contessa Winners — SILAS TSANG ELITE MASTER HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Silas Tsang Blushes, Ottawa

“The concept behind the colours and styling for the Elite Master collection was summer warmth. We played with vibrant tones and textures to capture the dynamic feeling of summer.”

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CONTESSA 2019 ELITE MASTER HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Silas Tsang

Blushes, Ottawa MAKEUP & NAILS Jessica

Benner MAKEUP Kylie O’Toole WARDROBE Ella Murphy PHOTOS Andrew O’Toole salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 31

Contessa Winners — JOAN NOVAK

MASTER COLOURIST OF THE YEAR

Joan Novak

JoNo Hair, Whistler, B.C.

“I was always afraid to use fashion in a hair collection, but I think it should have fashion in it. Sometimes we are so worried about taking away from the hair but it's about hitting a balance. This time I shot what I thought was cool and what I wanted to see.”

CONTESSA 2019 MASTER COLOURIST OF THE YEAR Joan Novak, JoNo Hair, Whistler, B.C. HAIRSTYLIST Renee Africa MAKEUP Melissa Jones STYLING Joan Novak PHOTOS Kale Friesen

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Contessa Winners — JULIE VRIESINGA SESSION HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Julie Vriesinga

Salon Entrenous, London, Ont.

“I wanted that eclectic Gucci runway vibe. I tend to go very dark and moody and like things that are a bit odd, but this collection was very different and brighter, which pushed me further. I wanted to spend the hours fine-tuning the little details, and having [the end result] feel like me. I enjoy that I can evoke a feeling and tell a story.”

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CONTESSA 2019 SESSION HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Julie Vriesinga, Salon Entrenous, London, Ont. MAKEUP Florencia Taylor STYLING Julie Vriesinga and Florencia Taylor PHOTOS Paula Tizzard salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 35

Contessa Winners — MICHELLE PARGEE CANADIAN COLOURIST OF THE YEAR

Michelle Pargee Freelance, Sechelt, B.C.

“Hair colour comes first for me. I’m trying to do different things that push me a bit more. I wanted to show the colour with shine, and [the idea to pair it with] the really shadowed look came from my photographer.”

CONTESSA 2019 CANADIAN COLOURIST OF THE YEAR Michelle Pargee, Freelance, Sechelt, B.C. MAKEUP Timothy Hung STYLING Michelle Pargee PHOTOS Kale Friesen

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Contessa Winners — JOEY SCANDIZZO INTERNATIONAL HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Joey Scandizzo

Joey Scandizzo Salon, South Yarra, Australia

“My style is always very beautiful and feminine. Even if I am doing a dramatic shape or something severe, there is always softness and beauty to it.”

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CONTESSA 2019 INTERNATIONAL HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Joey Scandizzo, Joey Scandizzo Salon, South Yarra, Australia MAKEUP Kylie O’Toole STYLING Josie McManus PHOTOS Andrew O’Toole salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 39

Contessa Winners — CHRISTINE KELLY

MEN’S HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Christine Kelly

Cutting Room Creative, Nanaimo, B.C.

“I find that when I look at a lot of men’s hair—even in highfashion—it’s all the same. So I wanted to try something that was different and showed off my styling skills. I began playing around with all the different textures and getting outside the norm of men’s hair.”

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CONTESSA 2019 MEN’S HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Christine Kelly, Cutting Room Creative, Nanaimo, B.C. MAKEUP Benji Srianan STYLING Christine Kelly PHOTOS Edwin Johnston salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 41

Contessa Winners —DUSTIN SCHUMANN

MULTICULTURAL HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Dustin Schumann Freelance, London, Ont.

“I knew I wanted to show three unique hairstyles that had very strong shapes and current on-trend looks. I've never done a black-andwhite shoot, so I did something out of my comfort zone and it paid off.”

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CONTESSA 2019 MULTICULTURAL HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Dustin Schumann, Freelance, London, Ont. MAKEUP Ty Wilson STYLING Bryan Klasen PHOTOS Paula Tizzard salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 43

Contessa Winners — LUCY ABATE STUDENT/APPRENTICE HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Lucy Abate

Felix & Ginger, Alton, Ont.

“I still feel like it has been a dream, and it’s such a reward. I’m not a competitive person, but my boss encouraged me to push myself outside my comfort zone.”

CONTESSA 2019 STUDENT/APPRENTICE HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Lucy Abate, Felix & Ginger, Alton, Ont. MAKEUP Kyrsten Bryant PHOTO Doug McMillan

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Contessa Winners — SILAS TSANG

AVANT GARDE HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Silas Tsang Blushes, Ottawa

“The Avant Garde collection was a challenge to execute because we wanted to capture the iridescence of light and colour. The hairpieces and extensions were created using optical fibers, white hair, and other clear plastics that could refract light.”

CONTESSA 2019 AVANT GARDE HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Silas Tsang, Blushes, Ottawa MAKEUP Lan Nguyen-Grealis STYLING Jared Green PHOTO John Rawson salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 45

Contessa Winners — CATHERINE NIRO NEW HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Catherine Niro Salon Collage, Toronto

“I had a vision to create and incorporate intricate yet edgy styles using different textures and lengths of hair. I wanted to show off different techniques and styles, but I wanted to stay away from long hair and things that you see all the time, for something different and out of the ordinary. But I wanted to use colours that really popped and caught your eye when you look at them.”

CONTESSA 2019 NEW HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Catherine Niro, Salon Collage, Toronto MAKEUP Giancarlo Intini STYLING Lea Krpan PHOTO Giancarlo Intini

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Contessa Winners — SIMON JAMES TEXTURE HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Simon James

Avant Garde Hair Studio, Vancouver

“I wanted to pay homage to one of my early mentors, Jon Paul Holt. He [created a collection] many years ago, based off of Isadora Duncan.

I looked at some of the shapes and tried to figure out how I could make it darker, moodier and more 21st century. So, I came up with the concept for my collection, which I called Shattered Elegance; something that’s beautiful, but I wanted it to be gothic and really moody, and hopefully evoke some kind of emotion.”

CONTESSA 2019 TEXTURE HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Simon James, Avant Garde Hair Studio, Vancouver MAKEUP Kate Nicol PHOTO Shimon Karmel

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Contessa Winners —DANIELLE CLARK

CANADIAN NAIL ARTIST HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Danielle Clark

Trabbit Nail Creations, Grand Forks, B.C.

“We live in a very forested area and I wanted to recreate something I see every day that had a very natural feel.”

CONTESSA 2019 CANADIAN NAIL ARTIST OF THE YEAR Danielle Clark,

Trabbit Nail Creations, Grand Forks, B.C. PHOTOS Danielle Clark

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Contessa Winners — MARIKA D'AUTEUIL

MAKEUP ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Marika D’Auteuil MD Makeup, Montreal

“I created this collection in the spring, and was inspired by a colourful palette of luminous and joyful shades.

But since it’s the models who always guide my creativity first and foremost, I decided to use blue and yellow eyeshadows to really make the eyes pop.”

CONTESSA 2019 MAKEUP ARTIST OF THE YEAR Marika D’Auteuil, MD Makeup, Montreal HAIR Nadia Abouwaked PHOTO Ben C.K.

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Contessa Winners — FREDDY SIM BRITISH COLUMBIA HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Freddy Sim

Moods Hair Salon, Vancouver

“My collection is soft-punk inspired.

The whole concept of the photoshoot was futuristic with a dominatrix vibe.

I still wanted things to look pretty, but a bit edgier with lots of disconnection and drama. I used complementary colours—purple, yellow, blue and orange, which sit opposite to each other on the colour wheel.”

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Contessa Winners — DANIELLE BARBEY

ALBERTA HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Danielle Barbey Edmonton, Alta.

CONTESSA 2019 ALBERTA HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

“I’m really excited because this was lots of hard work and [required] prepping far in advance, creating multiple looks and not settling for one look.

Sometimes you might create something that you don’t really like and have to move on. I think it makes me a better hairdresser just to always be trying to come up with new things.”

Danielle Barbey, Ricci Hair Co., Edmonton, Alta.

MAKEUP Lauren Mathis STYLING Bernard Connolly PHOTO Richard Miles

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Contessa Winners — ALI PIKE

ATLANTIC HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Ali Pike

The Seahorse Salon, St. John’s, Nfld.

“I revel in the idea of the freespirited gypsy lifestyle. This time I found my wardrobe first, so I let the fabric colours and patterns dictate the hair.”

CONTESSA 2019 ATLANTIC HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Ali Pike, The Seahorse Salon, St. John’s, Nfld. MAKEUP Katie Sullivan STYLING Ali Pike PHOTO Apryl Stead

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Contessa Winners — NICOLE PEDE

ONTARIO HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Nicole Pede InStyle Salon & Spa, Aylmer, Ont.

“I took a lot of inspiration from stainedglass pictures that I had seen online, and how the way the light hitting the glass would make it multicoloured. I really like a lot of structure and clean lines in my colour placement.”

CONTESSA 2019 ONTARIO HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR Nicole Pede, InStyle Salon & Spa, Aylmer, Ont. MAKEUP & NAILS Jessica Benner STYLING Nicole Pede PHOTO Paula Tizzard

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Contessa Winners — JOSÉE RENAUD QUEBEC HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Josée Renaud Josée Renaud Coiffure, Quebec City, Que.

“The collection is based on sfumato, a technique Leonardo da Vinci used in many of his paintings, including the Mona Lisa, for softening the transition between colours. The background appears out of focus, while the subject is very clear.”

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Contessa Winners — UYEN HUYNH SASKATCHEWAN/ MANITOBA HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Uyen Huynh

Vanity Hair and Esthetics, Saskatoon

“Any time I shoot something, [the end result] all depends on how I’m feeling. Sometimes it’s dark, sometimes it’s light, but I always gravitate towards more avant-garde styles, because avant-garde is a platform that is able to bring out my creativity.”

CONTESSA 2019 SASKATCHEWAN/MANITOBA HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR

Uyen Huynh, Vanity Hair and Esthetics, Saskatoon MAKEUP Halle Anderson-Jung STYLING & PHOTO Uyen Huynh

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Contessa Winners — ALBUM HAIR

SALON INTERIOR DESIGN OF THE YEAR

Album Hair Toronto

“Everything is customized and even our station is moveable, which is key for education. I have the good fortune of always being able to make the space different, and it helps encourage creativity.”

— Dat Tran, owner

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Contessa Winners — MËDZ SALON FAN FAVOURITE OF THE YEAR

Mëdz Salon Montreal

“We were inspired by nature—by everything that’s organic and pure. We wanted a collection based on harmony that people in the industry would relate to, as well as our clients. The looks are therefore pretty wearable, while still having an artistic aspect to them.”

CONTESSA 2019 FAN FAVOURITE OF THE YEAR Mëdz Salon, Montreal HAIR Marie-Ève Medza MAKEUP Pénélope Fréchette STYLING Laurie TB NAILS Pénélope Fréchette PHOTO Ara Sassoonian

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Suki’s Hair Salon & Academy Vancouver

Event Suki’s Socials Date June 11, 2018

Suki’s Hair Salon & Academy invited local hairstylists to attend a hair demonstration led by award-winning hairstylist Silas Tsang. The entry fee was by donation only. The event raised $500, with all funds donated to the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation in Vancouver.

Contessa Winners — SUKI'S HAIR SALON & ACADEMY

JOHN STEINBERG AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE

“About four years ago, one of my apprentices at the time, Karly Vincent, and I were brainstorming different ideas for Suki’s. Since then, we try to do Suki’s Socials almost monthly. We’ve raised around $35,000 over the years. We believe that it is important for manufacturers, salons, industry professionals and hairdressers to share ideas with each other.”

— Ken Takagi, president of Suki’s Hair Salon & Academy

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Drawing inspiration from the ’90s grunge and street style movement, the American Crew team took a fresh approach to traditional men’s styling. Infused with bold, high-impact fashion, men’s looks ranged from loose, undone styling to more classic looks but with a fresh, inspired edge that hinted at a new direction in men’s hairstyling.

PHOTOS: MAJA HAJDUK, MICHELLE BELSKY, JENNA HUM

Contessa Gala — AMERICAN CREW

Taking It to the Streets

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Creative Lead Pete Goupil Team Phoenix Thomson, Greg Myers, Matula Liounis, Domenic Commisso, Penny Hicken Show Coordinator Monika Aldini Show Director Tiffanie Pitimada Styling Vanessa Sanchez Choreography Dave Campbell salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 61

Inspired by the detailed work of woven fabrics, the L’Oréal Professionnel team, led by Taz Hair Co., created a dramatic presentation that juxtaposed darkness and light. By incorporating intricate braiding and weaving techniques with sleek, high-shine finishes, each look had a captivating appeal that kept the focus on the art of hairstyling. Bold yet simplistic fashion styling added a moody feel to this dramatic presentation.

PHOTOS: MAJA HAJDUK, MICHELLE BELSKY, JENNA HUM

Contessa Gala — L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL

In Dramatic Fashion

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Creative Lead Frank Cini Hair Norm Wright, Daniel Naumovski, Rino Balzano, Minseo Kim, Aubrey Stephens, Danna Cotes, Carol Cini, Natalia Kryvoruchko Makeup Katie Foster and Amy Harper Styling Anam R. Hussain, Melissa Stetski and Xue Liang Choreography Dave Campbell salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 63

COCKTAIL PARTY

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence Canadian beauty professionals—hairstylists, nail and makeup artists—arrived en mass in celebration of the 30th annual Contessa Awards at Toronto’s Westin Harbour Castle Conference Centre. As part of the celebration, finalists and other special guests were interviewed on the Contessa red carpet by one of Salon’s former editor-in-chiefs, Alison McGill.

Photo opportunities were also plentiful throughout the night, thanks to Schwarzkopf Professional’s upscale balloon backdrop and American Crew’s Harley-Davidson motorcycle station. Plus, Wella Professionals treated guests to a fun and delicious cupcake creation station.

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PHOTOS: MAJA HAJDUK, MICHELLE BELSKY, JENNA HUM

CONTESSA: 30 and Counting!

1988

THE CANADIAN HAIRSTYLIST OF THE YEAR AWARDS (aka. the Contessa Awards) is born!

1998

SALON acquires the Contessa Awards.

1999

At just 22, ANH NGUYEN becomes the youngest winner of the Canadian Hairstylist of the Year award!

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Think you know everything there is to know about the Contessas? Think again!

Take a trip down memory lane with a look back at the history of the Canadian Hairstylist of the Year Awards.

She is also the first (and only) winner to appear on the cover of Salon.

Who runs the world? Girls! ANNA PACITTO becomes the first woman in the awards’ history to win the Canadian Hairstylist of the Year award.

2002

Making history! Montreal-based salon team ORBITE sweeps the Contessa Awards with seven wins (including Canadian Salon Team)—the most ever by a single salon team in one night!

2004

BILL ROWLEY makes his debut as host of the Contessa Awards!

Fast forward to 2003, when BLYSS SALON from Toronto becomes the first all-female salon team to win Canadian Salon Team of the Year.

Did you know that Contessa 30 was his 15th time hosting?

THE HEAD ROOM from St. John’s, Nfld., wins Canadian Salon Team of the Year.

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The Contessa Awards goes international, with the introduction of the INTERNATIONAL HAIRSTYLIST category!

Australia’s UROS MIKIC was the first-ever Contessa winner for International Hairstylist of the Year.

2018

TONY RICCI earns his 10th Contessa award, continuing his reign as one of the most decorated Contessa winners to date!

2012

Salon honours the memory of industry icon JOHN STEINBERG by renaming its Community Service award to The John Steinberg Award for Community Service.

The Contessa Awards begins streaming a WEBCAST of the entire show online.

EDWIN JOHNSTON wins his eighth Contessa award.

While he continues to compete, he’s now taken on another behindthe-scenes role—photographer!

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MICHELLE PARGEE was the firstever Master Colourist winner.

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THE CATESSAS have arrived! The Salon team creates a fun parody of the Contessas, starring cats!

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THE HAIR FACTORY from St. John’s, Nfld., wins Canadian Salon Team of the Year.

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FRANK DICINTIO from Salon Gaboa in Woodbridge, Ont., wins a hat trick: Canadian Hairstylist, Elite Master Hairstylist and Makeover Colourist.

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Husband-and-wife hairstyling duo SILAS AND DOROTHY TSANG of Ottawa-based salon Blushes win Canadian Colourist and Ontario Hairstylist.

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His win for Canadian Hairstylist of the Year has earned him his third Salon cover!

CONTESSA celebrates its 30th anniversary with the debut of a new logo (designed by renowned typographer Paul Sych), a trophy redesign and our largest audience ever— sold out!

The FAN FAVOURITE award is introduced, allowing the public to have their say and vote for their favourite Contessa collection online at SalonMagazine.ca

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Victoria-based (and now Instafamous) barber MATTY CONRAD won the first-ever Fan Favourite award.

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Contessa 2019 Congratulations to all of the winners!

Dustin Schumann, Multicultural Hairstylist, with Felice Valvano.

Suki’s Hair Salon & Academy, recipient of the John Steinberg Award for Community Service, presented by Vince Riverso of Venus Beauty Supplies Ltd.

Tony Ricci, Canadian Hairstylist, presented by Misael Aponte and Jerry Chan of Oligo Professionnel.

Michelle Pargee, Canadian Colourist, with Frank Bruno of Wella Professionals.

Uyen Huynh, Saskatchewan/Manitoba Hairstylist, with Mandy MacFadden.

Danielle Clark, Canadian Nail Artist, presented by Jennifer Mather of CND.

Marika D’Auteuil, Makeup Artist, with Alison McGill.

Danielle Barbey, Alberta Hairstylist, with Graham Kenny.

Mëdz Salon, Fan Favourite, presented

by Dylan Sit of Collega for Aveda.

Josée Renaud, Quebec Hairstylist, with Kevin Agar of Joico.

Simon James, Texture Hairstylist, with Catherine Lichtel of Dyson Supersonic.

Ali Pike, Atlantic Hairstylist, with Alain Audet.

Joan Novak, Master Colourist, with Susan Boccia of Schwarzkopf Professional.

Catherine Niro, New Hairstylist, with Marty Flaherty of Revlon Professional.

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY MAJA HAJDUK, MICHELLE BELSKY, JENNA HUM

Harmony Hair Care, Canadian Salon Team, presented by Angele Charette of Matrix.

9 Winners Julie Vriesinga, Session Hairstylist, with Nadara Budden of Goldwell.

Nicole Pede, Ontario Hairstylist, with Jack Ingraham of Redken 5th Avenue NYC.

Lucy Abate, Student/Apprentice Hairstylist, with Nicole Fowler and Don Wyatt of Dannyco Professional.

Joey Scandizzo, International Hairstylist, presented by Michelle Chui of Moroccanoil.

Christine Kelly, Men’s Hairstylist, presented by Mike Sharkey of American Crew.

Album Hair, Salon Interior Design, with Doug McMillan.

Silas Tsang, Avant Garde Hairstylist, with Sandy Regan of Great Lengths.

Freddy Sim, British Columbia Hairstylist, with Edwin Johnston.

2019 Contessa Judges A very special thank-you to the judges of the 30th annual Contessa Awards!

Hair

Silas Tsang, Elite Master Hairstylist, with Benoit Pinnsoneault of L’Oréal Professionnel.

Mary Alamine Royals Hair, Sydney, Australia Bruce Belmonte Philosophy, Toronto Leanne Cutler Hair Shots 2 the World, Cheltenham, Australia Luigi Di Tacchio Inception Hair Studio, Thornhill, Ont. Robert Eaton Russell Eaton, Leeds, U.K. Amy Gaudie Urban Chic, Brisbane, Australia Wesley Hanlon Vidal Sassoon Salons, Toronto Tracey Hughes Tracey Hughes Education, Las Vegas Claire Maher Melbourne, Australia Mandy MacFadden Salon Decorum, Newmarket, Ont. Mary Orlando Featuring You Inc., Toronto Luis Pacheco Medulla & Co., Toronto Sue Pemberton Hendersen, NV Ken Picton Ken Picton Hair, Cardiff, U.K. Anouk Poole Coiffure Media, Netherlands

Adrian Rotolo Ibiza Hair, Australia Martin Truong Eikonic Mane Inc., Brampton, Ont. Darek Wierzbicki 237 Studio and Spa, Peterborough, Ont. Anthony Zaccaria Burlington, Ont.

Nails Beth Livesay NAILS Magazine, Chicago, IL Jessica Marie Ellison, Toronto Rita Remark Toronto

Interiors Lauren Hrusovsky Takara Belmont US, New York, N.Y. Elsa Lam Canadian Architect magazine, Toronto Patricia Tomasone King City, Ont.

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2018

Dare to

Hair

Chatters Limited Partnership believes in creating opportunities for stylist development and for professional competition as well. The 2018 Chatters exclusive competition, Dare To Hair, is focused on a cut, colour and style transformation. Style Happy happens daily in our salons. By inviting stylists to show us their ďŹ nest work, we get to see an amazing range of before/after trendy hair transformations. This year we had over 290 entries! Prizes included a credit to Redken Exchange in 2019, media exposure and tools credit from Chatters Limited Partnership.

Check out the 2018 Dare To Hair competition top 12 looks:

http://beautyconnection.chatters.ca/ dare-to-hair-top-12-ďŹ nalists-2018/

careers@chatters.ca

2018 DARE TO HAIR WINNER

Peter Downie Chatters Salon Vernon Village Green Mall

2018 DARE TO HAIR RUNNER-UP

Jolene Neurauter Chatters Salon Lloydminster Lloyd Mall

2018 PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER

Jerry Lumitap Chatters Salon Chilliwack Cottonwood Mall

THE LATEST PRODUCT LAUNCHES, LINE EXTENSIONS AND STYLES TO SPARK YOUR CREATIVE ENERGY.

PHOTO: WELLA PROFESSIONALS

➣ Congratulations to Tanya Grant from Joey Scandizzo Salon in Australia! This winning image earned her the Color Vision award at Wella Professionals’ 2019 International TrendVision Awards (ITVA). See more from ITVA, including the competition’s new and improved format, on page 76.

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Hairlines — NEWS

Bold and Beautiful Simplify your vivid colour services with Schwarzkopf Professional’s Bold Color Wash.

Whether it’s a full application or a simple refresh, these four new washes combine cleansing and colour into one step for fast colour deposit and semi-permanent results. The highly concentrated formulas deliver an intense, high-shine finish, with processing time ranging from three to five minutes for less intensity, to up to 20 minutes for higher-impact colour (including on darker hair!)

D O N ’ T CA L L I T A C O M E B AC K !

Redken’s Color Gels Lacquers Get a Makeover.

Combining the coverage of a lacquer with the shine of a gloss, Color Gels Lacquers are a low-ammonia, liquid permanent colour. These pre-mixed dyes are perfect for quick application and processing, and provide 100 per cent grey coverage.

What a Treat!

Make the most of your nighttime routine with Moroccanoil’s Night Body Serum. Formulated with argan oil and Tsubaki oil for its antioxidants and essential actives, it also features vitamin C for smoother, more radiant skin and holy basil extract to shield skin from environmental stressors.

In October, Salon was invited to the Moroccanoil Night Body Serum Retreat. Held at the Drake Devonshire in Wellington, Ont., the relaxing twoday retreat gave us an opportunity to experience the Night Body Serum, along with a glam dry-styling session from the brand’s artistic director, Kevin Hughes.

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Better Colour Wella Professionals breaks ground with its latest colour innovation: Koleston Perfect with ME+.

Who wouldn’t love to offer their clients rich, vibrant colour with less damage? Now you can! A breakthrough in hair colour science, Wella’s Koleston Perfect with ME+ includes a dye molecule to replace the oxidative PPD and PTD molecules found in most permanent hair colours, which can often lead to the development of hair dye allergies.

The line also features Pure Balance Technology, which reduces free radicals in hair for a more even and pure colour result with natural depth and shine.

PHOTO: SCHWARZKOPF PROFESSIONAL, NIOXIN, MATRIX, NEUMA BEAUTY, WELL PROFESSIONALS, MOROCCANOIL, REDKEN

Experiencing the benefits of Moroccanoil’s Night Body Serum.

Get Guarded

Keep Your Colour

Three products to help clients get through their winter hair colour blues.

Nioxin Color Lock Seal hair cuticles and lock in colour pigments post-colour service. This lightweight treatment helps neutralize alkaline and peroxide residue while increasing breakage protection by up to 50 per cent.

Contains a custom gourmand fragrance, with base notes of salted caramel, vanilla brule, white musk and sandalwood, mid notes of cashew milk, coconut crème and green hydrangeas and top notes of Mayan chia, dark chocolate and cotton candy sugar.

TO SEE TWO OF NEUMA BEAUTY’S STYLE COLLECTIVES STYLING VIDEOS, VISIT SALONMAGAZINE.CA.

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Nioxin Scalp Protect Serum Prep hair before your colour services with this serum, which features NioProtect Technology and anti-irritation ingredients that protect the scalp and reduce breakage at the roots.

What’s your (and your client’s) biggest pet peeve when it comes to hair colour?

Chances are, it’s colour fade. And just as we take steps to protect against discolouration in our clothes, we need to be using the right products that gently cleanse and care for hair, while also protecting colour. Matrix’s Keep Me Vivid is a four-piece line that includes a sulfate-free shampoo, ultra-acidic conditioner, oil-to-cream styling balm and, for in-salon services only, the Laminate, an acidic rinse used after a colour service to seal the cuticle and protect colour for more than 20 washes.

The system can be used for semi, demi and permanent shades, and offers 65 days of vibrant colour.

Hairlines — NEWS

Teach clients how to hang on to their vibrant tones with Matrix’s Keep Me Vivid.

Neuma Beauty presents... Style Collectives.

Nioxin Density Defend This leave-in foam helps strengthen coloured hair, and contains DensiProtect Technology, which provides up to 93 per cent reduction in breakage while improving hair colour vibrancy.

Get a headstart this new year and maximize your downtime by refreshing your cutting and styling skills. Neuma Beauty has launched Style Collectives, a series of online cutting and styling videos. “With fast fashion and fast trends, where something is in and then it’s out, I’ve always felt like that wasn’t the reality of how people live their lives,” says Kathy Simon, global artistic director for Neuma Beauty. “Style Collectives is more about street style, and how people identify to different groups—or what we call, style collectives.” With four categories: neuUrban, neuMinimalist, neuBohemian and neuClassic, Style Collectives features Industry Icon looks, which are specifically designed for hairstylists, and Consumer Icon looks designed for clients. “It’s an opportunity for you to educate clients about the latest trends in cutting and styling, while educating yourself and improving your skill set,” she says.

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Hairlines — NEWS

V IOLETS A R EN’T BLU E !

Pravana’s ChromaSilk Violet Arsenal From ultra-violet to pastel, some clients don’t want to let go of their purple hair—and they shouldn’t have to! Help them broaden their horizons with Pravana’s ChromaSilk Violet Arsenal, a range of four permanent mid- to highlevel violet hues containing reduced pink tones.

You can use the shades on their own or mix with other ChromaSilk colours.

Plus, the new ColorLush Violet Color Boost, a demi-permanent option, removes warm tones, enhances or refreshes colour, and can be used with or without other ColorLush shades for a vibrant result.

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So Fresh and So Clean Cleanse hair from the inside out with Sachajuan’s Scalp Shampoo and Scalp Conditioner.

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New Year, New Body Ever wonder why your styles lack texture and body?

Chances are, the products you’re using are weighing hair down. Paul Mitchell’s new Invisiblewear Dream Texture line consists of three products: Cloud Whip, Air Gel and Velvet Cream, all of which feature velvet flower-infused formulas to soften strands, create touchable texture and improve hair’s manageability.

PHOTO: PRAVANA, SACHAJUAN,ORLY, CND, ENTITY, OPI, ARTISTIC NAIL DESIGN, BIO SCULPTURE, DYSON, REVLON, PAUL MITCHELL

Help hair maintain a healthy moisture balance with Sachajuan’s Scalp Shampoo and Conditioner. Containing climbazole and piroctone olamine to remove dandruff and soothe irritated skin—as well as lactic acid to control oil—these products also contain Ocean Silk Technology to boost hair’s elasticity, moisture and shine.

Master lightweight texture and body with Paul Mitchell’s Invisiblewear Dream Texture.

TOOLBOX

Dyson Airwrap “One of my favourite features is how you can use one hand to achieve your style, making it easy for anyone at any time. The fact that it’s making beautiful soft, bouncy waves with no extreme heat makes the Airwrap unique and superior to the competition. I’m still exploring the amazing advantages of the machine and creating looks that I’ve never done before!”

— MATTHEW COLLINS, DYSON PERSONAL CARE AMBASSADOR

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| Firm smoothing brush with straight bristles creates tension and reduces frizz

| Soft smoothing brush with ball-tipped bristles adds volume and body

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One-click attachments with cool tips for quick, easy changes

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Lightweight styling wand includes a cool shot button to lock in styles

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Pre-styling dryer features a fast, diffused airflow to remove excess moisture

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Round volumizing brush for volume and shape |

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Digital V9 motor uses the Coanda effect to attract (and wrap) hair

Two sets of 30mm and 40mm barrels for creating a range of curls and waves

W I T C H Y WO M A N

Hairlines — NEWS

ORLY Get futuristic vibes with Mystic Maven from the Deep Wonder collection.

RO C K YO U R WO R L D

CND We’re all “Charged” up with this shade from the Creative Play Mood Hues collection.

Entity This deep and dark metallic purple shade is giving us #allthefeels.

Artistic Nail Design’s limited edition Bohemian Rhapsody collection.

The nail brand has collaborated with the Queen and Freddie Mercury biopic for a six-piece limited edition collection. Available in lacquer, gel and dipping powder, the line includes rich, deep shades such as wine-red Are You Ready To Rock?! and dark mauve Meet Me Backstage.

Making of a Milestone How Bio Sculpture is paying tribute to eight women behind the brand’s incredible success.

OPI Get lost in “Tokyo” with Samurai Breaks a Nail from this Harajukiinspired collection.

The year 2019 is a big one for Bio Sculpture! Not only are they celebrating their 30th anniversary, but they’ve just released the Celebration Collection. With eight glitter shades ranging from metallic silvers and golds to sparkly pinks, purples and blues, the collection commemorates eight extraordinary women behind the brand, including Nolene Nieuwenhuis, founder of Bio Sculpture Canada. “Nolene, this lovely . . . . . . . pink glitter describes you so well. During more than 20 years with Bio Sculpture, you have remained the silent, strong lady with a soft heart. Hardworking with great perseverance—you shine like this colour,” says Elmien Scholtz, founder of Bio Sculpture International.

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Wella Professionals’ 2018 ITVA Creative Retreat For the 2018 International TrendVision Awards (ITVA), finalists from more than 43 countries travelled to Lisbon, Portugal to take their creativity to the next level. The new ITVA Creative Retreat is a three-day format that enabled finalists to compete for the global titles as well as participate in handson and inspirational learning led by some of the brand’s top talent.

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Eugene Souleiman, global creative director of care & styling for Wella and ghd fashion week ambassador, presented a range of fashion-week-inspired looks.

PHOTOS: WELLA PROFESSIONALS

When & Where: November 4-6, 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal

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A panel of 16 mentors selected the winners for the Color Vision and Creative Vision awards. Congratulations to Tanya Grant from Joey Scandizzo Salon in Australia, and Sergei Chernyshev from Pavel Okhapkin Studio Salon in Russia!

Andreas Kurkowitz, global color ambassador for Wella, presented the brand’s season colour palette, Insta-Vintage Movement.

The 2018 ITVA Creative Retreat also introduced additional awards, including Social Media, ghd Queen Maker, #SpeakEIMI, Couture Color and Couture Collection, to recognize the teamwork demonstrated by the competitors. |

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The show also introduced the new Modern Rocks Fantasy Competition, which encourages entrants to push their creative boundaries.

Congratulations to first-place winners Priya Sharma and April Avery of Salon on 6th in Edmonton , Alta.

“The success of Modern Beauty is owed to all of our clients and manufacturers that believed in us and supported us along this voyage,” says Mike Jomaa, CEO of Modern Beauty Supplies. “It takes more than one to create success; it takes a dedicated team of committed individuals.”

Inspiration Central at Modern Rocks the Runway 2018

When & Where: October 14-15, 2018 in Calgary

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| Brand educators and ambassadors including Joico’s Melissa Duguay, Moroccanoil’s Robert Ham and Pulp Riot’s Michael Levine, took the stage to showcase the latest in styling and colour techniques, along with trends and product innovations.

PHOTOS:MODERN BEAUTY SUPPLIES, CHATTERS

Hundreds of beauty professionals touched down in Calgary for the biggest Modern Rocks the Runway show in its history. Hosted by Modern Beauty Supplies, the show featured presentations by Farouk Systems, Joico, Keune, Moroccanoil, Pulp Riot, Schwarzkopf Professional and TIGI.

Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Chatters Symposium Nearly 1,000 beauty professionals gathered in Red Deer, Alta., for the 2018 Chatters Symposium. The annual event celebrated its 10th year with a weekend filled with education and inspiration. Chatters also awarded its Lifetime Achievement Award to Terry Ritcey, director of education & events for Redken Canada, which was presented by Redken’s general manager, Jack Ingraham.

When & Where: October 16, 2018 in Calgary

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Artists, educators and salon teams gathered for Wella Professionals’ grand opening of its brandnew studio in Toronto’s Liberty Village. To kick off the celebration, Sassoon Toronto presented five looks and Wella educator Jean-Sebastien Tremblay offered a sneak peek of the brand’s new Koleston Perfect Me+. The night also bid farewell to Sal Mauceri, senior vice-president for Coty Professional Beauty, who is moving on after being with the company for 15 years.

When & Where: October 14, 2018 in Toronto

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PHOTOS: WELLA PROFESSIONALS, SALON STAFF, SALON ARCHIVES, COTY, HENKEL, SCHWARZKOPF PROFESSIONAL, ANNA PACITTO

Wella Studio TO’s Grand Opening

In Memoriam

Hairstylists and salon owners from across Ontario attended the annual Venus VIP event in Niagara Falls, Ont. Moroccanoil and Schwarzkopf Professional kicked off the two-day festivities, which were emceed by Cityline expert (and Contessa host!) Bill Rowley. Day two of the event also featured presentations by Revlon Professional, Reuzel, Color Wow and Peter Coppola.

When & Where: October 14-15, 2018 in Niagara Falls, Ont.

Scoop —

Education and Inspiration Collide at Venus VIP 2018

Grace Tartaglia, one of Canada’s leading beauty experts and a spokesperson for Revlon Professional, passed away on November 22, 2018. With more than 20 years of industry experience, Tartaglia was recognized for her dedication to the beauty community. She was a regular guest on Cityline, and as a dear friend of the Salon team and the Contessa Awards, she will be missed.

Taking the Lead

Sennen Pamich has been appointed as the new senior vice president for Coty Professional Beauty North America. He is replacing Sal Mauceri, who is leaving after working for the company for 15 years. Pamich has more than 20 years of experience, including as the global president for Revlon Professional, and will be based out of Coty’s U.S. headquarters in Calabasas, Calif.

Moving Up

John Fortunato has been promoted to head of Henkel Beauty Care Hair Professional in Canada.

With more than 30 years of experience, Fortunato joined the company in 2014 and previously held the positions of general manager for Schwarzkopf Professional and head of sales for North America.

New Role

Schwarzkopf Professional has named renowned colourist and balayage expert, Jack Howard, as the brand’s new global BlondMe brand ambassador. In his new role, Howard will be working with Simon Ellis, creative director for Schwarzkopf Professional, on the brand’s Essential Looks 2019 collection for the spring/summer 2019 season.

A Prestigious Position

Anna Pacitto has been appointed

by Intercoiffure as their new artistic director. As an awardwinning hairstylist (including multiple Contessas!) and a part of the Davines artistic team, Pacitto will bring a wealth of knowledge to her new role with more than 20 years of celebrated experience in the professional hair industry. “I am honoured and humbled to have been presented with this new role for such an important and respected organization,” says Pacitto. “I will do my utmost to represent it to best of my abilities.” salonmagazine.ca / January+February 2019 81

Salon Stories —

THIS AWARD-WINNING HAIRSTYLIST’S STORY HAS NOT ONLY TOUCHED US BUT TRULY EXEMPLIFIES WHY WE LOVE DOING WHAT WE DO.

Unforgettable Moments

@ RO B I N B AC O N

Robin Bacon Amazing night at the #contessa2019 awards.

I didn’t take home any hardware this year, but I take away so much pride and love for our industry and all the winners this year. Big shoutout to my fellow @schwarzkopfcan teammate @nmpede for taking home Ontario Stylist this year-so so sooo excited for you!!!

Seeing each and every one of the winners brings such an intense happiness for them... it is a really cool reminder of how much passion can be contagious. I truly believe we work in the best industry ever and a big thank you to @salonmagazine for giving us a platform to get our creativity out and for bringing us all together.

Canada: we do great hair!!! Until next year, happy creating everyone and I already can’t wait to see you all again and see what everyone’s been up to. Keep lifting each other because it is the only way we will rise. #contessa2019 #greatnightwithgreatpeople #congratswinners

@ RO S S A J U R E N A S

A Night Out At Contessa! Spending time with great friends, colleagues and soul sistas! Congratulations to all the winners!

What is the definition of success? That to me is a good question... of course it is always nice to bring home a trophy (not this year for me) but sometimes you need to look passed that. Last night, I won... I massively won! Not by bringing home a trophy but by hearing so many wonderful stories from many of you. Stories from people who I inspire and motivate. For example... one gentleman I do not know... grabbed me and spun me around saying it was a pleasure to meet me and to thank me, another person shaking my hand and then rushing me over to meet his wife.... and told me I inspired them to enter Contessa!

Sorry for this longwinded message.... but I want to thank everyone one of you that approached me last night ... all those words really are my inspiration! To me I WON! We are hairdressers... we do hair! I love to do hair but I LOVE passing on encouragement and to inspire others to showcase their craft! THIS energy is so uplifting that I am grateful from the bottom of my heart! I am blessed and honored and humbled... that is #success !

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@ H A I R BY T H E M A D H AT T E R

Madison Rokeby #contessa2019 what a beautiful 30th anniversary! congratulations to all of the winners taking home the new and improved hardware. every year I am more and more impressed by the talent our industry has to offer, I am so proud to be a hairstylist!

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