Wedding Hair Extensions - Bridal Campaign 2026
How to Enter
- Create a stunning wedding hairstyle using Cliphair extensions
- Photograph or film your look — keep it high quality
- Post to Instagram or Facebook
- Use the hashtag #CliphairWeddingAwards26
- State which category you are entering in your caption
- Tag us @cliphairlimited
Some Ground Rules
- The competition will run from 13th May 2026 – 10th June 2026. Entries must be submitted before 11:59pm BST on 10th June
- All hairstyles must be created on a real person, not a training mannequin
- Cliphair extensions must be used and credited in every submission
- Please ensure all entries are dated from 13th May 2026 onwards. Any entries uploaded before this will unfortunately not be considered
- There is no limit on the number of entries you can submit
- By entering the competition, you are granting Cliphair permission to use your submitted content for marketing purposes, including but not limited to our winners’ blog, email communications and social media channels
Who Can Enter?
Any qualified, training or student hairstylist — or hair enthusiast — worldwide is eligible to enter. All entries submitted must be your own work.
Categories & Prizes
You could be in with the chance of winning our £600 cash prize, an Ultimate Cliphair Hair Kit worth £600, a dedicated feature on our blog and a post on our socials highlighting your talent!
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Best Bridal Look — Judges’ Choice
The best overall bridal hairstyle using Cliphair extensions, selected by our judges. Open to any hairstyle.
Prize:
- £600 cash prize
- Ultimate Hair Kit (bundle worth £600)
- A dedicated blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
- Cliphair Award Certificate & Digital Badge
Judge: Kasia Fortuna @kasia_fortuna
Best Bridal Look — People’s Choice
The best overall bridal hairstyle using Cliphair extensions, voted for by the Cliphair community.
Prize:
- £600 cash prize
- Ultimate Hair Kit (bundle worth £600)
- A dedicated blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
- Cliphair Award Certificate & Digital Badge
Judge: Judged by the public
Best Hair Down
This category is for any bridal hairstyle where all hair is left fully down and flowing — including loose waves, curls, sleek straight styles and blow-dry looks. Hair should not be pinned, secured or tied at any point.
Prize:
- £300 gift card
- A mention in our winners’ blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
Judge: Stacie Goodwin @staciegoodwinbridalhair
Best Hair Up
This category is for any bridal hairstyle where all hair is fully pinned, secured or styled up and away from the shoulders — including updos, chignons, buns and twisted styles. No hair should be left loose or flowing.
Prize:
- £300 gift card
- A mention in our winners’ blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
Judge: Paige Lauren @paigelauren_bridalhair
Best Half Up Half Down
This category is for any bridal hairstyle that combines elements of both up and down — where a portion of the hair is pinned or secured at the crown or back, while the remaining hair flows loosely. Includes twisted half-up styles and pinned crown looks.
Prize:
- £300 gift card
- A mention in our winners’ blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
Judge: UlyanaAster @ulyana.aster
Best Braid
This category is for any bridal hairstyle where braiding is the primary technique — including fishtail braids, Dutch braids, French braids, boho braids and plaited updos. The braid must be the defining feature of the look.
Prize:
- £300 gift card
- A mention in our winners’ blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
Judge: LizCooper @theartfulhairstylist
Best Ponytail
This category is for any bridal hairstyle where the hair is gathered and secured into a ponytail — including high,lowand side ponytails. Ponytails can be sleek or textured,straightor wavy.
Prize:
- £300 gift card
- A mention in our winners’ blog on our website
- Featured on our social media channels
Judge: NatashaChanel @natashachanelhair
2025 Winners
Get inspired by last year’s winning looks!
Best Bridal Look
@laurenwest_hair
"Lauren's Hollywood Waves really stood out — incredibly polished, glossy waves on darker hair. The finish is flawless — bridal perfection." — Kasia Fortuna
Best Cliphair Look - People's Choice
@bridalhairbyrhian
Stunning, uniformed Hollywood Waves achieved withCliphairclip in extensions — chosen by our community. — Selected by the public
Best Cliphair Look
@natashachanelhair
"Full of soft texture and so well balanced. The use of extensions blends in and subtly highlights the carefully created texture." — Sara Poppy
Best Hair Down
@bridalhairbyrhian
"I really love the bigger, softer waves. Uniform and glossy, with great volume and balance on each side." — Stacie Goodwin
Best Hair Up
@francescabridalhair
"The texture created is very well done and the detail in the style overall has been done exceptionally well!" — Hannah Taylor
Best Half Up Half Down
@olinkahair_art
"Effortless and classy, it shows off the beautiful features of the model without overpowering them." — Olga Markuse
Best Braid
@louisasarah.uk
"The movement and detail in the mermaid braidisoutstanding. You can’t see where it starts and finishes — exceptional skill." — Liz Cooper
Best Ponytail
@sofiamavrodonti
"Classic yet effortlessly elegant. The whole look — hair, makeup, gown and jewellery — is styled with impeccable taste." — Ulyana Aster
Styled by our community
Show us what you created — tag @cliphairlimited to be featured
Wedding Hairstyling Awards 2026: your questions answered
How many times can I enter?
There is no limit on the number of entries you can submit. You can also enter across multiple categories — just make sure you state which category each entry applies to in your caption.
Can I enter if I am outside the UK?
Absolutely — the competition is open to entrants worldwide. There are no country restrictions.
Do I have to use Cliphair extensions?
Yes. Cliphair extensions must be used and credited in every submission. Entries without Cliphair extensions will unfortunately not be considered.
Can I enter if I’m not a professional stylist?
Yes! The competition is open to qualified, training and student hairstylists as well as hair enthusiasts. All entries must be your own work.
When does the competition open and close?
The competition opens on 13th May 2026 and closes at 11:59pm BST on 10th June 2026. Any entries submitted after this time will unfortunately not be considered.
When will the winners be announced?
Winners will be announced on 19th June 2026 across our social media channels, email and website.