A Southport hairdresser is celebrating winning the title of the UK’s Best Bridal Hairdresser 2026. 

Kelly Stevens, who runs the Unique Hair & Beauty salon on Duke Street in Southport, was awarded the prestigious accolade at the National Beauty Awards UK & Ireland. 

Kelly said:- “I was incredibly honoured to win Best Bridal Hairdresser 2026! As a small, independent business owner, this means so much to me, and I’d love to share the achievement with the local community. This year I am incredibly proud to be celebrating 16 years in business at Unique Hair & Beauty. What started as a small mobile hair and beauty service run from my car has grown into the salon I opened eight years ago — something I once only dreamed of. Last year, I decided to step completely outside my comfort zone and entered the National Beauty Awards UK & IE. I was over the moon to be named a finalist and invited to the awards final in Liverpool, where I celebrated alongside so many inspiring and talented people from our industry."

She continued:- “Throughout the year, I was also lucky enough to be part of 27 beautiful weddings, working with wonderful brides at some truly stunning venues. Being announced as a winner at the National Beauty Awards was an emotional and unforgettable moment for me, and one I will cherish forever. It was such a special night celebrating everyone’s hard work as we welcomed the 2026 awards year together. This award honestly means more to me than words can say! I absolutely love what I do, my little salon, and the amazing clients and brides who trust me to be part of their special moments. Their support, loyalty, and kindness are the reason I get to do a job I truly love every single day.”