The Golden Shears Competition

A live, judged hairstyling competition for professional stylists in New York.

Where Skill Is Judged Live

Created to put professional hairstyling in the spotlight it deserves.

This is a live, judged environment where technique, control, and execution matter — not trends, not products, not demonstrations.

Each regional event is designed to test consistency and discipline under real conditions, with stylists performing on live models in front of judges and an audience. There are no shortcuts, no staged outcomes, and no second takes.

These events bring together hundreds of stylists, narrowing the field step by step. In the end, only one will earn the honor of being crowned with the Golden Shears.

Licensed professionals only

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Designed for Professionals

Built for licensed hairstylists who value technical execution and professional discipline.

For those comfortable working live, making decisions in real time, and standing behind their work — prioritizing consistency, control, and precision in a serious, judged environment.

Golden Shears is not for demonstrations or trend showcases. It’s for professionals ready to be measured by their craft.

For audience members, Golden Shears offers a rare opportunity to experience hairstyling in a live, competitive setting. Guests witness real techniques, real decisions, and real results as they happen — gaining insight into the level of skill required at the highest level of the profession.

Whether competing or observing, Golden Shears is built for those who respect the craft and want to see it performed without filters.