HAIRCUTTING: Each entry may only be submitted to ONE Haircutting category. Read the category descriptions carefully to determine which is best suited for your entry.
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BOB/LOB
- Short haircuts in varying lengths from micro bobs to above-the-shoulder lobs. Any technique or specific haircut within this range is welcome for entry.
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SHAG/MULLET
- Shag and mullet-inspired haircuts including, but not limited to, technical layering, shape and blend or lack thereof.
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PIXIE/BIXIE
- Short hair pixies or bixies (combination of a bob and pixie cut) with lengths hovering on or above the ear. Submissions should have clear consideration of shape, creativity and balance within length range.
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NATURAL TEXTURE
- Submissions should include a complete haircut, hair color or hair styling of natural texture including but not limited to waves, curls and coils of any and all types.
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MEN’S CUT
- Submissions are judged on overall haircut and styling. Level of difficulty and overall creative vision are primary considerations for this category. Please note, while Fades are Men’s haircuts, the specified Fade category may be the best option for certain submissions.
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FADE
- Entries can include but are not limited to classic fades, taper fades, bald fades, creative fades and more. Seamless transitions, length graduation and creativity are the primary considerations for this category.
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CUT TRANSFORMATION
- Before & after images of technical haircutting with any transformative style or creation. Note: Before and after shots must appear side by side in a single image.
Hot Shot celebrates the work of hairdressers doing real hair behind the chair. Submissions include the work they do on their actual clients and are often shot on a cell phone.
Note: Only one artist will be credited for each category nomination unless otherwise outlined below. Please read the Contest Rules before entering. Rules have changed this year!