The Cuts, Colours & Styling Trends that we think are taking Over

As we move into 2026, the hair world is embracing elevated craft. From bixies to bouncy blowouts and buttery blondes, this year is all about precision, shine, and “expensive” finishes that look effortlessly polished. Here’s your 2026 trend forecast and how to perfect each look behind the chair.

The Bixie Cut

The bixie haircut, a chic blend of the bob and pixie, is set to take 2026 by storm. Cropped, layered, and softly textured, it’s the ultimate low maintenance cut that still feels feminine and versatile.

This modern shape enhances bone structure, suits almost every hair texture, and works beautifully with soft highlighting or contrast around the fringe to show off movement and form.

Celebrity inspiration: Emma Stone, Halle Berry, Florence Pugh, Kristen Stewart

Big Voluminous Blowouts

Bring on the bounce! The voluminous blowout channels 90s supermodel energy full-bodied, shiny, and heavy on face framing layers.

After years of slick, minimal styling, clients are craving glamour again. Expect requests for big round brush blow dries and roller set finishes that deliver lift and long lasting shape. Using our Foxy Blondes roller kit of course 😉

Celebrity inspiration: Jennifer Aniston, Cindy Crawford, Kaia Gerber, Sabrina Carpenter

Expensive-Looking Colours (Old Money Blonde)

Polished, creamy, and quietly luxurious, the “old money blonde” continues to reign in 2026. These expensive looking blondes focus on depth, tone, and seamless dimension, never flat or overdone.

Think soft root shadows, blended highlights, and buttery beige or honey tones that enhance shine and reflect natural light. Healthy, well maintained hair is what makes this colour look truly premium.

Celebrity inspiration: Sofia Richie Grainge, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Hailey Bieber, Margot Robbie

Hair Health & Colour Theory

Healthy hair is the new status symbol. Clients are more educated than ever, and they’re looking for stylists who are too.

In 2026, combining technical colour theory with visible hair health will define great salon work. Show your expertise by explaining tone selection, lift, and bond care throughout the appointment. Educated clients trust and return to stylists who share their “why.”

Heavy Face-Framing Layers

The one feature tying every 2026 trend together? Face framing layers. This year, precision face-framing takes centre stage creating balance, lift, and that “expensive” finish that never goes out of style.

They add movement and a subtle brightness that makes colour work shine. These layers are flattering, wearable, and a stylist’s secret weapon for enhancing shape and tone around the face.

Celebrity inspiration: Gigi Hadid, Matilda Djerf, Jennifer Aniston

2026 is the year of healthy, high gloss, high end hair and the stylists who master it will set the tone for the entire industry.
From precision cuts to seamless blondes, it’s all about intention, craft, and confidence behind the chair.
Keep pushing your creativity, refining your technique, and trusting your artistry.