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What to Expect

The Experience

An unforgettable night designed to celebrate beauty, creativity, and community from beginning to end.

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A Show-Stopping Red Carpet Experience

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Curated Vendor Shopping & Cocktail Hour

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Live Hair & Beauty Demonstrations

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A Dynamic Fashion Show

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Awards Honoring "Best in the City"

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A Live DJ & High-Energy Atmosphere

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Raffles, Surprises & Special Moments

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A Beautifully Curated Dinner Experience

Award Nominees

Celebrating Our Community's Finest

These extraordinary individuals were nominated in recognition of their artistry, dedication, and impact within the beauty and grooming community. On the night of the ItsLoveLeeHair Beauty Gala, their excellence was celebrated before our entire community, as they were voted by the community as Best in the City 2025.

Cola Summers

2025 Best in the City OG Hair Stylist

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Michelle Reid

2025 Best in the City Hair Stylist

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Chris Hope

2025 Best in the City Barber

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India Hall

2025 Best in the City Natural Hair Stylist

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Amaya Reid

2025 Best in the City Makeup Artist

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Makalah Jenkins

2025 Best in the City Nail Technician

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Jamco

2025 Best in the City Beauty Supply Store

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Community Voices

What Our Community Says

From rising hair artists to established beauty entrepreneurs, the ItsLoveLeeHair Beauty Gala has left a lasting impression on every professional who has attended. Here’s what they say.

— Shalesha SmithFounder of ItsLoveLeeHair Beauty Gala
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"The Beauty Gala was THE event of the year! Everybody came dressed to impress, the atmosphere was lit, and the energy never dropped all night. It was classy, fun, and gave us a chance to celebrate our city in a major way. If you missed it, trust me you don’t want to miss the next one."
— Toni SadlerLicensed Nail Technician
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"Listen… the Beauty Gala was a whole vibe! The red carpet, the music, the fashion, the energy everything was top tier. I came expecting a nice event and left feeling like a celebrity. The room was filled with amazing people, good vibes, and unforgettable moments. September can’t come fast enough!"
— Donda BullockFashion Stylist
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"Being part of the planning committee and coordinating the fashion show for last year’s Beauty Gala was an amazing experience. Watching Shalesha’s vision come to life showed the level of intention, creativity, and love she has for both the beauty industry and the city. Everything was beautifully executed, and it was an honor to be part of such an impactful production."
— Amara JohnsonMaster Hair Stylist · NYC
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"This gala reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this craft. The energy, the community, the celebration it was everything I needed to reignite my passion and push to the next level.."
—Darius MonroeGrooming Entrepreneur
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"I walked in as a solo stylist and walked out with three collaboration partners and two brand deals. The ItsLoveLeeHair Gala is a true game-changer for our community."
— Michelle AdaoraBeauty Brand Founder
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"Elevated, luxurious, and deeply intentional. You can feel the love in every detail. This is not just an event it is a movement, and I am proud to be part of it."
— Tasha WhiteBeauty Brand Founder
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"What made it truly special was the community. Shalesha created a space where people could come together, get dressed up, and feel celebrated and our community needs more of that. Seeing people honored and recognized with awards added such a meaningful touch to the evening."
— Brison ColeC Style barbershop
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"I've been in Gastonia going on six years and last year at the Gala was one the best events I attended while in the area. To see the city come in their finest attire and everyone showing love in the building wanting their fellow stylists, barber, nail tech, lash tech, etc. to leave that night knowing that we're here for a reason and to keep taking care of the people who take care of us!"
— Clarence TateDj Rence
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"Thank you for the opportunity for allowing me the space and trusting me to do what I do! Next year we going up even more, you bought the city out and gave us something to celebrate. From start to finish everything was professional, fun and respectful. Definitely a pleasure."