Vote now for your next BAZAAR Women of the Year 2026
It’s that time of the year when we’d like to celebrate extraordinary women, and your vote matters this year. BAZAAR Women of the Year is our celebration of exceptional women whose influence, grace and ambition have made an impact in the fields of fashion, beauty, lifestyle, philanthropy or the arts.
This year, we’re celebrating women in music. The music industry has witnessed remarkable contributions from women who have reshaped its landscape, and we’d like to honour their achievements and shed light on the rich tapestry of talent within the local music scene.
But we’re doing things a little differently this year—we’re asking our readers to vote for one out of the 10 women in our list. We’ve selected a few nominees who are making a significant difference in the music scene, and now it’s up to you to decide who will complete our list of honourees.
You’ll soon find out who else will be on our list of women, so stay tuned for more exciting announcements.
All you need to know about the nominees for BAZAAR Women of the Year 2026:
Aida Azrin
Co-founder of Good Night KL and Cherry Bomb Asia, she’s a DJ that is incredibly intentional about what she puts out and why—vibrant, eclectic music that will make you dance all night long.
SYA
An R&B artist with a soulful voice that glides effortlessly over smooth beats, delivering raw emotion and groove in every track she creates.
SHN
An idyllic singer whose emotionally rich songs capture heartache and longing with ballad-worthy depth, creating intimate soundscapes that resonate with quiet, contemplative beauty.
Julia Amin
Rising DJ Julia Amin brings infectious energy and seamless beats that’ll keep you dancing all night long.
Syameen Salehaldin
A lover of steamy romance books and all things green, Syameen Salehaldin is the Lifestyle Director for Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. She spends most of her time immersed in books, food and doing anything that makes her happy. Expect to see her diving into lifestyle, fashion and beauty trends on this platform.