As we step into 2026, hair trends are all about confidence, creativity, and personality, and at Piper Violet, we believe this year belongs to blondes, bold shapes, and bespoke texture. Inspired by Pantone’s Colour of the Year, this season celebrates luminous tones that make every face glow, paired with cuts that are anything but ordinary.

🎨 Pantone’s Colour of the Year

Illuminating Blonde Brilliance

Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year Cloud Dancer has opened the door to a new era of bright and light.

This shade complements and enhances natural blonde tones, giving them a modern, radiant edge. Think sunlit champagne, creamy vanilla, and soft gold undertones , shades that complement every skin tone and become the perfect foundation for bespoke blonde colour work.

At Piper Violet, we see this influence everywhere:

• Buttery blondes with glazes that catch light from every angle.

• Pearlescent highlights for a dewy, ethereal finish.

• Shadow blends and lowlighting to add depth without losing warmth.

This is blonde reimagined, not just bright, but dimensional, luminous, and effortlessly chic.

https://www.pantone.com/uk/en/color-of-the-year/2026?srsltid=AfmBOoqzmvG5EGCskKRXEEJqWblQ2wCUYCsTsC5C1APtCBrLaKMxoF4j

✂️ The Bob Renaissance ,

Shape Meets Versatility

2026 marks the return and reinvention of the bob. From classic cuts to textured modern interpretations, bobs are the go-to shape for clients seeking structure, movement, and personality.

Here’s what’s trending:

🪩 Textured Bobs

Soft, lived-in texture is everything. These bobs are:

• Slightly undone

• Blended at the ends for movement

• Perfect with curtain bangs or face-framing layers

They work beautifully with blonde tones that catch every flick of light.

📏 Long Bobs (Lobs)

A sleek favourite that suits almost every face shape:

• Soft angles

• Deep side parts

• Smooth finishes or gentle waves

Pair with a champagne blonde balayage for a luminous, coastal feel.

✨ Short Bobs

Bold, modern, and statement-making:

• Precision cuts with subtle layering

• Glossy blonde tones that amplify the shape

• Easy to style and striking when worn with a slight wave

These bobs are a favourite for clients who want effortless chic with minimal maintenance.

💡 Styling & Texture ,

The 2026 Hair Mood

The overarching mood this year? Natural movement meets luxury shine. Our forecasts show:

• Beachy, lived-in finishes

• Soft micro-waves and undone texture

• Satin-smooth sleekness for night-to-day versatility

• Face-framing pieces that enhance blonde brilliance

Blondes don’t just wear colour , they reflect mood.

And with Pantone’s soft, radiant inspiration, every style feels luminous.

🔥 Why This Matters for Our Clients

2026 is the year clients want:

• Custom colour that feels personal

• Shapes that elevate their features

• Hair that fits their lifestyle

Our bespoke visionary consultation is exactly what you want, colour analysis, wigs, faux fringes and all the colours to try before the service.

And blonde , in its many forms , delivers all three, especially when paired with the right bob.

Book your 2026 consultation to cure the curiosity of “Will a bob suit me?”

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Merry Christmas from all the Team to our fabulous guests , we can’t wait to create more beautiful hair next year