Nhf showcases britain’s best

[caption id="attachment_56782" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Giap Li, NHF Britain's Best[/caption] Hairdressers, barbers and beauty therapists competed to prove they were the best in their fields at this year’s Britain’s Best competition. Britain’s Best, run by the National Hairdressers’ Federation and now in its third year, took place at the Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire. The competition featured industry talent showcasing their work across 11 categories. Samantha Walker, a stylist at Eric Jon in Worcester and winner in the Glamorous Night on the Town (students and trainees) category, said of her win: "I’m very proud. It’ll create a lot of buzz, especially among the juniors, who’ll see what you can do if you work hard." Giap Le, of Toni & Guy in Islington, London, who won in the Fantasy Total Look category, said his inspiration for his winning work had been this year’s centenary of the First World War. "I was inspired by the poppy. I am very proud to be British and very proud to have won. It’s really going to help my portfolio and it will also really help the salon." Clark Butler, of Gareth Clark Hair for Men in Didcot and winner in the Male Fashion Look (On Trend) category, said it was "absolutely amazing" to have won on his debut in the competition. "It’s just a massive boost," he said. "It’s great to get an award like this from the experts in your industry," he said. Attiq Azam, of Park Lane Hair Studios in Burnley, who won in the Blow Dry Consumer Fashion Style category, said: "By coming to competitions you gain so much experience in styles and trends. This will definitely help my career; customers recognise you more for your awards." NHF president Paul Curry thanked all the winners, runners-up, competitors and supporters for making the day such a roaring success. "My congratulations go out to all this year’s winners," said Paul. "The competition was intense and the skill and creativity on show from all the teams was truly breath-taking. Britain’s Best has once again showcased the very best of British hairdressing, beauty and barbering talent. "I also wish to thank this year’s sponsors, Sleek, Revlon Professional, SalonGenius, Nanokeratin System and Coversure Insurance Services, for the ongoing support and commitment they have shown to the  NHF and Britain’s Best." A full list of winners, and images from the day, can be found online at: britainsbest.me