CARIFESTA XV
THEME: “CARIBBEAN ROOTS, GLOBAL EXCELLENCE”
CARIBBEAN VANGUARD: HAIR INNOVATORS CHALLENGE
Date: August 27, 2025
Location: HAIR-ITAGE Pavilion, Grand Market, Waterford, Barbados
This is the ultimate CARIFESTA Natural Hair Competition for professional stylists. Create the most impactful hair sculpture from braided hair or locs that best reflects the festival theme, “Caribbean Roots, Global Excellence”. Winners will be selected by judging panel.
Who Can Enter:
- Professional Natural Hair Stylists
- Must have a professional hairdressing license or salon experience
What You’ll Need:
- One hair model, your tools and supplies (Basic setup will be provided)
- Parental/guardian consent required for contestants and models under 18 years
Competition Guidelines:
- Each contestant will be given 90 minutes to complete their look.
- All hair should be prepared for styling, and styling must start and finish within the given timeframe.
- Hair sculptures should reflect the CARIFESTA Theme, “Caribbean Roots, Global Excellence”
- Only natural hair styling techniques are allowed (e.g., braiding, twisting, sculpting, coiling, Bantu knots, loc styling, etc.).
- Hair extensions, decorative accessories (beads, shells, fabric), and temporary colour sprays are permitted, but they must be applied during the 90-minute window.
- Contestants must not use any heat styling tools (e.g., blow dryers, flat irons, curling wands).
- All participants must follow strict hygiene and safety protocols.
Prizes:
- 1st Place: BDS $2,500
- 2nd Place: BDS $1,500
- 3rd Place: BDS $1,000
(Including cash, product bundles, styling tools and equipment)
Each winner will be featured at the Global Excellence Hair Showcase
How to Enter:
Apply via the form below by August 20, 2025. Spaces are limited.
Contact Shanika Burnett via email at shanikakburnett@gmail.com or by phone at (246) 822-4441 for more details.
Click to Download the Adult Consent Form
