Best Dreads & Braids 2026

Best Dreads and Braids
This category celebrates the artistry, creativity, and cultural influence of dreadlocks and braiding. From intricate cornrows and box braids to freestyle plaits and beautifully maintained locs, judges will be looking for technical precision, originality, and overall presentation. Entrants should showcase their ability to combine tradition with innovation, creating styles that highlight the versatility, beauty, and individuality of textured hair. This award recognises the stylists who elevate braiding and loc artistry into a true expression of fashion, identity, and skill.