News
- Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation appoints Alex Barron-Hough
- Deadline Extended – International Visionary Award 2026
- ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN – INTERNATIONAL VISIONARY AWARD 2026
Step into the spotlight and showcase your creativity on a global stage. This year’s finals will bring together the industry’s most visionary talent in an unforgettable celebration of innovation and artistry.
Compete in one of three standout categories: Cut & Colour, Men’s, Avant-Garde
Every entry makes a difference – all fees are donated directly to The Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation – Fighting Leukaemia (Registered Charity No. 1147189), supporting the fight against leukaemia.
- 2026 Alternative Hair Show Update
Watch this space for more infomation, coming soon.
- Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New!
- International Visionary Awards Finale 2025
- THE FINALISTS HAVE OFFICIALLY BEEN ANNOUNCED!
We are honoured and delighted to share that Rudy Mostarda – Global Creative Director at Alfaparf Milano, Global Vice President of Alternative Hair, and Owner of Extrema Hair Community – Royal Education Hair Academy – will be a guest artist, introducing the International Visionary Awards 2025, taking place at Vision Hair 2025 in Milan.
Creatively, Rudy is a well-known name in the world of hairdressing, with a career that has taken him to leading hair events across the globe. He and his team are also a regular presence backstage at Milan Fashion Week and on international magazine shoots. - International Visionary Awards Finale 2025
- THE FINALISTS HAVE OFFICIALLY BEEN ANNOUNCED!
We are honoured and delighted to share that Rudy Mostarda – Global Creative Director at Alfaparf Milano, Global Vice President of Alternative Hair, and Owner of Extrema Hair Community – Royal Education Hair Academy – will be a guest artist, introducing the International Visionary Awards 2025, taking place at Vision Hair 2025 in Milan.
Creatively, Rudy is a well-known name in the world of hairdressing, with a career that has taken him to leading hair events across the globe. He and his team are also a regular presence backstage at Milan Fashion Week and on international magazine shoots.
- THE FINALISTS HAVE OFFICIALLY BEEN ANNOUNCED!
Huge congratulations to the finalists of the 2025 Visonary Awards! Thank you to everyone that has applied, it was a huge challenge for Anthony Mascolo choosing the final stylists for the show and we look forward to celebrating an unforgettable evening and showcasing the incredible creativity and talent on stage.
INTERNATIONAL VISIONARY AWARD FINALISTS LINK
If you would like to attend please see ticket and further event information below: Event Details Date: Sunday, 26th October 2025 Venue: Palazzo Del Ghiaccio, Via Giovanni Battista Piranesi 14, Milan , Italy. Tickets: https://www.cometaevents.it/event-details/visionhair Venue Website: http://palazzodelghiaccio.it/en/ Map to Venue: Google Maps – Palazzo Del Ghiacci Travel Information Closest Airports: Milan Linate Airport (LIN): Approx. 15 minutes by taxi Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): Approx. 50 minutes by taxi or train Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport (BGY): Approx. 1 hour by taxi or bus. Also check out this Estetica article on the upcoming show: https:// www.esteticamagazine.com/2025/08/20/introducing-the-finalists-of-the- international-visionary-award-2025/ - International Visionary Award 2025 in association with Vision Hair
Two Events. One Day of Inspiration:
Vision Hair & The 21st International Visionary Award Finale
Vision Hair Experience an exclusive day of creativity with Vision Hair presenting a series of inspiring masterclasses and technical demonstrations. Get up close and personal with leading artists as they share the creative processes behind their signature work, along with insider marketing strategies to help elevate your own business. This is an unmissable opportunity for professionals to learn, connect, and innovate in an intimate setting.
The 21st International Visionary Award Finale Celebrating global excellence in hair artistry with the 21st International Visionary Award Live Finale, one of the most anticipated events on the international hair calendar. Finalists from around the world will compete in three exciting categories:
· Cut & Colour
· Men’s
· Avant Garde
The finale will also feature renowned international guests and promises to showcase the very best in creativity and technical skill, all in aid of Fighting Leukaemia (Registered Charity: 1147189).
Join us for a day of education, artistry, and inspiration, as two iconic events unite for an unforgettable experience. - International Visionary Award 2025 Announcement
ANNOUNCEMENT International Visionary Award 2025 finals will take place LIVE IN MILAN, ITALY on Sunday 26th October at Palazzo Del Ghiaccio in association with Hair Vision , all in aid of Fighting Leukaemia – Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation (Registered Charity:1147189) The deadline for International Visionary Award has now been extended until 4th August 2025, so enter before then for a chance to appear as a finalist live in the fashion capital of the world MILAN
- International Visionary Award Deadline extention
Big News! The deadline for the International Visionary Awards has been extended to August 4th, 2025!
You’ve got more time to polish your masterpiece, perfect your pitch, and show us your boldest, brightest ideas. Don’t miss your chance!
Submit your entry by or before 4th August 2025!
- Tony Rizzo Awarded MBE at Windsor Castle
Windsor Castle, 11 June 2025 – Tony Rizzo, founder of the Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation, was awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his exceptional contribution to leukaemia research and support for children with blood cancers. The honour was presented by HRH Prince William at Windsor Castle, marking a proud moment for Tony and his family, who have spent over four decades championing the cause through the globally renowned Alternative Hair Show. “I am deeply grateful and truly humbled,” said Tony. “From the tragic loss of our son to Leukaemia to raising awareness and funds for this worthy cause, it’s been an extraordinary journey. Every step has been driven by the goal of finding a cure—and we’re not done yet.” Since its inception, the Alternative Hair Show has raised over £15 million, thanks to the dedication of artists, sponsors, and supporters across the hair industry. Support the cause: https://alternativehair.org/ahs-donation/ Media Contact Alternative Hair Show Head Office brooke@alternativehair.org | info@alternativehair.org
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- Paint for Life – Creative Artworks by Alternative Hair Show Legends
Paint for Life is a powerful global art initiative, bringing together artists from around the world all in aid of Fighting Leukaemia.Honorary Patrons Wiel and Ell Essers who design and produce the unique Alternative Hair Awards, have decided to donate these Spectacular paintings that have been produced by the talented artists of the Alternative hair Show.These paintings will now be on sale to benefit the Alternative Hair Show which is celebrating its 42nd Anniversary! - International Visionary Award 2025 NOW OPEN
The International Visionary Award 2025 is NOW OPEN for Entries! This year the finals will take place virtually, on a live streamed event! Enter our three categories: CUT AND COLOUR MENS AVANT GARDE All entries are a direct donation to our Charity : The Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation – Fighting Leukaemia (Registered Charity:1147189)
- Alternative Hair Show 2025 Announcement
- New AH Magazine!
We are delighted to share our newest AH Magazine! Click here to read!
- Big Announcement coming soon – 22/04/2025!
Stay tuned for a BIG Announcement on Tuesday 22nd April.
- Tony Rizzo MBE receives congratulatory letter from the Italian Ambassador in London!
Alternative Hair Show Founder Tony Rizzo MBE receives congratulatory letter from Italian Ambassador, Tony is grateful and honoured to have received this letter.
English translation:
It is with great pleasure that I learned in the New Year Honours List that His Majesty the King has conferred upon you the honour of Member of the Order of the British Empire and I wish to extend to you my sincere good wishes and warm congratulations. As Ambassador of Italy in London, it is always a source of satisfaction and pride for me to learn of news of this kind that concerns one of our fellow country men. On this occasion, more than ever because you and your family, following the tragedy that struck you, have been able to transform your pain into such a meritorious work, creating a foundation that offers great assistance to children suffering from leukaemia and to the world of research to fight leukaemia. I renew my best wishes to you, which I ask you to also extend to your family.
From Inigo Lambertini, Italian Ambassador
