5 quick and easy party hairstyles with extensions

It's the most wonderful time of the year, so get set to make your clients look super-glam with five of our favourite easy party hairstyles with extensions. With Christmas on the horizon, clients' diaries are packed with party invites and blow-dries and updos are top of their night-out wishlists. For those looking for the ultimate in glamour or a one-night-only transformation, clip-in hair extensions are the perfect add-on service to give their look the edge - and they can help to boost your retail too. Why not use our selection of red-carpet celeb looks to inspire clients? Stock a selection of clip-in pieces and show them how they can get the look with an A-list inspired blow-dry appointment. We spoke to Patrick Wilson from Electric Hairdressing for his expert advice on achieving a flawless finish with extensions, every time. Beyoncé Get the look with... Beauty Works Sleek Wrap Around Ponytail Patrick says: "Style hair into a low ponytail and slick back with a layer of L'Oreal Professionnel Air Fix Hairspray. Clip in the ponytail piece over the client's own hair and wrap around a section of the hair to conceal the join." Jenna Louise Coleman Get the look with... Beauty Works Messy Bun Patrick says: "Try the top knot trend this season by simply clipping in the Beauty Works Messy Hair Bun. Style hair into a top knot by tipping your client's head over, scraping up the sides and twisting into a knot. Apply the piece over the bun to give instant volume and shape. Pull the drawstring tight and you’re done." Jennifer Morrison Get the look with... Beauty Works Fishtail Braid Patrick says: "Simply unhook the fasten and add this pre-braided hairband to any hair style to update clients' hair with a fishtail braid this season." Kim Kardashian Get the look with... Beauty Works Big Tousled Hair Piece Patrick says: "Create voluminous curls with this hairpiece. Simply clip in at the crown and brush through to ensure the hair blends smoothly." Michelle Keegan Get the look with... Beauty Works Deluxe Volume Hair Piece Patrick says: "Style hair using the Beauty Works Oval Dressing Brush, which allows the hair to move in the direction you want while looking after the flyways. Secure at the correct hight for your client's head shape."