1. Competition Objective

This competition assesses participants’ professional skills in hairstyling techniques, creative expression, and overall styling coordination. Participants must create a hairstyle based on the vintage Chinese bridal theme, utilizing finger wave techniques and incorporating suitable decorations to present an elegant and refined overall design.

2. Scoring Criteria

• Hairstyle Design and Creativity: Assessment of whether the hairstyle showcases the elegance and refinement of a vintage Chinese bridal look, with creativity and alignment with the theme.
• Finger Wave Technique and Details: Evaluation of the smoothness and natural flow of the finger wave pattern, clarity of layers, and precision in detail execution.
• Decoration and Coordination: Judgement of whether the hairstyle complements the chosen accessories (e.g., hairpins, pearls, tassels) and enhances the overall beauty of the design.
• Overall Visual Appeal: Assessment of whether the design delivers visual impact and exhibits harmony and completeness in the overall aesthetic.

3. Competition Rules

(1) Competition Content

1. Hairstyle Theme: Participants must create a hairstyle based on the “Vintage Chinese Bridal” theme, emphasizing the fusion of finger wave techniques with traditional elements.
2. Technical Requirements:

• Finger Wave Texture: The waves must be smooth, natural, and well-defined with clear layers.
• Overall Styling: The hairstyle must have stable shaping, reasonable structure, and no visible messiness or loose areas.

3. Decoration Coordination: Suitable accessories (e.g., hairpins, tassels, pearls) may be incorporated but must align with the hairstyle theme and overall style.

(2) Prohibited Actions

1. The use of severely damaged mannequin heads is prohibited.
2. Plagiarism is prohibited.
3. Accessories or hairstyle elements that do not align with the vintage Chinese theme (e.g., modern exaggerated styles) are not prohibited.

4. Mannequin Head Specifications

(1) Material

• The material of the mannequin head hair is not restricted (e.g., human hair, goat hair, heat-resistant synthetic fibers, etc.). Contestants may freely choose the material that suits the competition requirements.
• The chosen material must support hairstyling and decoration while offering excellent display effects.

(2) Head Shape

• The mannequin head must have natural proportions, with no obvious damage to the scalp, allowing for effective styling design and evaluation.

(3) Stand

• The mannequin head must be equipped with a stable stand that can be adjusted to a height range of 100 cm to 150 cm, ensuring it is secure and suitable for display.

(4) Cleanliness

• The mannequin head must be clean and free from oil, dye residue, or other impurities.

(5) Hair Length

• The hair length must be suitable for finger wave techniques, with medium to long hair recommended to ensure design integrity and visual impact.

(6) Decorations and Styling

• Accessories should highlight the Chinese bridal theme (e.g., pearls, tassels, hairpins) without being overly dominant.
• All decorations must enhance the design’s harmony and aesthetics without obscuring the primary hairstyle.

5. Competition Process

(1) Pre-Competition Preparation

1. Contestants must complete the mannequin head creation before the competition day.
2. Ensure that the work is clean and neat, and that the mannequin head and stand are stable and undamaged before submission.

(2) Submission and Display

1. On the day of the competition, contestants must submit their mannequin head work to the designated location at least 1 hour before the start of the competition. Late submissions will be considered as withdrawal from the competition. Once submitted, no further changes can be made to the work.
2. After submission, the organizer will assign a unique number sticker to each entry based on the contestant’s number and will arrange the mannequin heads accordingly. Contestants are not required to be present for this.
3. The judges will evaluate the work based on the scoring criteria, assessing the technical, creative, and overall performance.

(3) Work Retrieval

1. After the judging process is complete, contestants may collect their mannequin head work from the designated location at 5:00 PM.
2. Contestants must show their contestant number to verify their identity and retrieve their work. Any works not picked up by the deadline will be handled by the organizer.