Brian Leo McCallum, owner of Roar Hair & Beauty, talks autumn/winter trends…
Sriracha Inspired Reds
Reds always make a comeback every autumn/winter season and they remain on trend for autumn/winter 2026. This year, we will see ‘Sriracha Red’ being one of the favoured tones of the season – a fiery red hue that adds warmth to the client’s complexion in the cooler seasons. Although vibrant, the tone has a sun-kissed brown hue undertone and can look gorgeous weaved through darker hair tones to give dimension, depth and shine, as well as being worn as an all over colour or through panels in the hair for those who like to really express themselves.
Moody Gothic Plums
Sticking with darker, richer hues for the season, moody, gothic plums will be another vivid hue trending over the autumn/winter months. For brunettes, these tones can give a playful update to their hair, whilst also adding immense shine. These deep dark plum hues not only look bold and striking, but also luxurious and high fashion, and are great for clients that not only like to be creative with their hair colour, but also those who like more commercial, subtle tones too.
Airy Bobs
Bobs have been a favoured trend for the past few years, but for autumn/winter 2026, they will become ‘airier’ with a textured, choppier finish, and the appearance of grown out ends. This haircut trend is lightweight and looks effortless but is in fact full of soft layers to give the hair maximum volume and shape.
Micro Fringes
This AW26 the key fringe style will be micro fringes (or as some call them, baby bangs!). This ultra-short fringe sits high on the forehead, around two inches above the eyebrows, and can be cut either super precise in a clean, blunt line, for those looking for a striking take on the look or made choppier and more textured for those looking for an even quirkier take on the trend. With this cut, clients will need to visit the salon regularly to keep the fringe style looking its best, however, the choppy micro fringe does also look great slightly worn out for a more wispy, whimsical finish.
Image credits:
Hair: ROAR Hair & Beauty Team
Makeup Artists: Lauren Mathis & Bethany King
Photography: Richard Miles & Aga Bansk