Nailing party hair is no small feat for hairdressers, and this season, clients are looking beyond their signature style.
For Christmas 2026, clients will be opting for unique looks which ooze high-fashion energy, as we say goodbye to the bouncy blow-dry and introduce intricate silhouettes, eye-catching colours, and looks that are full of depth and dimension.
Bona Jörg, JOICO Creative Color Artist EMEA & Blonde Life Ambassador for Europe said: “Sleek sophistication takes on a whole new meaning with this look! The base was created with a clean, sleek low ponytail, perfectly straightened to enhance shine and structure. A precise middle part was created to emphasise symmetry, and the hair was smoothed into the style, being secured with matte black ribbon for added structure. During this party season, I think styles that can be reshaped into a new form with minimal intervention will be popular, highlighting creativity through simplicity. For recreating this look, my top product would have to be JOICO Power Spray Fast-Dry Finishing Spray for a sleek finish with flexible hold – perfect for smoothing any flyaways!”
Bruno Marc Giamattei, JOICO EMEA Creative Director said: “This party season, clients will step away from the more autumnal copper and auburn hues, opting for the ultimate powerhouse red. Bold, vibrant and fiery, this shade is the perfect colour companion to show off luxuriously shiny hair. This hue commands attention in any room, especially when paired with a blunt bob to enhance the colour’s depth and dimension. When styling, I’d recommend beginning with the JOICO JoiWhip Firm-Hold Design Foam on damp hair. This mousse builds extraordinary, crunch-free volume and hold; delivering the va-va voom factor every time! After styling, follow-up with the JOICO K-Pak Color Therapy Luster Lock Glossing Oil – my secret weapon for keeping colour looking vibrant!”
Dan Spiller, JOICO EMEA Color Ambassador said: “The structural silhouette takes centre stage for this look. The straight top juxtaposes the airy ends which have been styled outwards, creating a finish which is reminiscent of a mullet. The platinum blonde shade evokes an avant-garde vibe, enhancing the silhouette’s vibrancy and making it the perfect option for turning heads this party season. To prep the hair, use JOICO Power Fast-Dry Finishing Spray from roots to ends for full-bodied support. Then, blow-dry the hair vertically with a large round brush to build height section by section, ensuring the roots are lifted. Place the head upside down and finish with JOICO Flip Turn Volumizing Finishing Spray to mould the vertical silhouette. This is the perfect product for taming flyaway hair, adding body, and delivering hold from any angle!”
