Nomination Process
Welcome to the BFBG Awards 2023 nomination categories. There are 15 categories open for nomination. Submission requirements and criteria are listed for each category, please select the category you are interested in applying for.
The Nomination Panel is made up of well-seasoned accomplished team of experts in the fashion and beauty industry, and each category submission will be reviewed by the Nomination Panel, three nominees will be selected in each category and presented to and voted by the public. The winners will be awarded September 2024.
Important Dates
Thursday, June 1, 2024
Nomination Opens
Tuesday, June 20, 2024 Nomination Closes
Sunday, June 25, 2024 Voting Opens
Saturday, July 15. 2024 Voting Closes
The BFBG Award
The Categories
The BFBG’s mission is to celebrate Black Canadian’s within fashion and beauty, by acknowledging their accomplishments and awarding their contributions.
The Nomination Board will nominate these individuals for 15 awards, including:
Hair Artist Of The Year
•Hair Stylist •Salon & SPA •Specialty Salon •Boutique Salon •Barber •Mobile Salon •Commission-Based Hair Salon
Skincare Brand Of The Year
•Facial Care •Body & Skin Care •Skincare Devices
Make-Up Brand Of The Year
•HD Makeup •Airbrush Makeup •Matte Makeup •Mineral Makeup •Natural Makeup •Shimmer Makeup •Smokey Makeup
Make-Up Artist Of The Year
•Cinematic Makeup •Fashion & Beauty Makeup •Wedding Makeup •Theater Makeup •Body Makeup
Beauty Technician Of The Year
•Nail Technician •Eyebrow Technician •Lash Technician
Retailer Of The Year
•Retail Store •Online Retail Store •Chain Store •Warehouse •Franchises •Malls & Shopping Center •Boutique •Fashion Merchandiser •Esthetician •Beauty Services
Fashion Stylist Of The Year
•Editorial Stylist •Personal Stylist •Product Stylist •Catelog Stylist •Image Consultant •Wardrobe Stylist
Womenswear Designer Of The Year
•Apparel Fashion Designer •Haute Couture Designer •Prêt-à-Porter Fashion Designer •Mass Market Fashion Designer
Menswear Designer Of The Year
•Apparel Fashion Designer •Haute Couture Designer •Prêt-à-Porter Fashion Designer •Mass Market Fashion Designer
Accessory Designer Of The Year
•Shoe Designer •Fashion Accessory Designer •Bag Designer •Hat Designer
Spa Of The Year
•Day Spa •Club Spa •Medical Spa •Mass Market
Esthetician Of The Year
•Skincare Specialist •Massage Therapist •Body Beautician
Model Of The Year
•Fashion Editorial Model •Runway Model •Plus-Size Model •Commercial Model
Influencer Of The Year
•Digital Fashion Creator •Beauty Influencer •Brand Ambassador
Photographer Of The Year
•Fashion Photography •Portrait Photography •Editorial Photography •High Fashion Photography •Street Fashion Photography •Catalog Photography
Red Carpet Best Dressed
•Attendees Walking the Red Carpet • The Best Dressed According to Theme Of The Year will be selected by a panel.
*During Live Show*