Amelia Wilmot Wins the Quif Centre Stage Competition 2025
Her innovative approach and stage presence set her apart on the night.
Held at the packed Fallowfield Social Club in Manchester, the event brought together five exceptional finalists and their models, alongside ten additional hair show models presented by Quif Ambassadors Brooke Evansand Georgia Bell.
Quif Centre Stage
Now in its fourth year, it’s a celebration of emerging hairdressing talent, offering stylists the chance to showcase their skills in a live setting while connecting with leading industry professionals. The competition not only highlights individual creativity but also provides a platform for discussion on the future of the industry.
Amelia Wilmot
The winner is based in Blackpool, a member of Hair Socials Professional and a current Fellowship ClubStar member. Her innovative approach and stage presence set her apart on the night, impressing judges and earning her the prestigious title.
Judges
Amanda Nottage, editor Creative Head; Charlotte Grant-West, editor HJ; Jennifer Paxton, editor SalonEVO; Laura Jowsett, from Professional Hairdresser; Adam Tudor, Quif Brand Manager and John Anthoney, Quif Education Manager.
“Winning Quif Centre Stage has been such a surreal and proud moment for me. It represents the chance to show my creativity and passion for hair. For me, my look was all about movement. Fire is uncontrollable and wild and that’s exactly how I want to push myself in my career. Keep pushing the boundaries, never standing still and embracing the challenge of creating something new. It was a look that gave me a chance to create, and story tell with creative colour,” – Amelia.
The event was made possible thanks to the support of the Alan Howard Education Team and Host Manchester, who provided the prep area and backstage facilities for the finalists.
For more information please visit: www.alanhoward.co.uk or follow @alanhowardltd.
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