From effortless texture to polished red-carpet glamour, the BRIT Awards 2026 delivered plenty of standout hair moments. Celebrity stylists and industry experts share the inspiration, techniques and products behind some of the night’s most talked-about looks – and the trends set to shape salons in the year ahead.
Vick Hope’s BRIT Awards Hair
Celebrity stylist Anastasia Stylianou reveals how she created Vick Hope’s polished red-carpet finish:
“I used the Goldwell Curls & Waves range, which was the perfect match for the textured look I wanted to create. After washing and conditioning the hair to give it some hydration before styling, I then sprayed the hair with Goldwell Dualsenses Curls & Waves Serum Spray, followed by a small amount of curl defining cream through the ends.
"Once the hair was dry, I finished with working hairspray to softly fix the hair into shape. I’m obsessed with the results – what a look!”
Sombr Sports Effortless Curls at the BRIT Awards
Andy Heasman, International Creative Director at Rush, shares his take on the relaxed curly look worn by Sombr at the BRIT Awards:
“Sombr sported an effortless, almost undone hair look at this year’s BRIT Awards, embracing his hair’s natural curly texture. His long curls were enhanced with a matte styling pomade for added movement and definition, without looking too polished and allowing freedom in how the hair falls.
“In 2026, we’ll see more men opting for low-maintenance styles that require no heat styling but still inject volume and ‘oomph’ into their hair. You want a style that holds its shape but still feels effortless.
“Another great way to achieve voluminous curls like Sombr’s is through scrunching. Much like the name suggests, this technique can be done with a gel or mousse, scrunching the curls upwards towards the head using the palm of your hand. The result? Loose, flowing curls that combine sophistication with playfulness – this is the year for curly hair.”
Bebe Rexha’s Show-Stopping Hair at the BRIT Awards
Celebrity stylist Pete Burkill reveals the products and techniques behind Bebe Rexha’s glamorous yet effortless look:
“The brief was glossy, touchable and effortlessly undone. I prepped with Goldwell StyleSign Blowout & Texture Spray through the mid-lengths for soft texture, then finished with Goldwell StyleSign Curls Defining Cream through the ends to create separation and hold while keeping that sexy, lived-in movement.”
Harry Styles’ Relaxed, Textured Hair at the BRIT Awards
Brian ‘Leo’ McCallum, Creative Director of ROAR Hair & Beauty, shares insight into Harry Styles’ effortlessly cool BRIT Awards hair:
“At the 2026 BRIT Awards, Harry Styles wore his hair in a tousled, textured style that felt completely like him – relaxed, full of movement and effortlessly cool. The textured finish added body and lift, creating natural volume and shape that gave the style presence without feeling overworked. It worked seamlessly with his head-to-toe Chanel ensemble, while his facial hair was kept casual to complement the look naturally.
“It’s the kind of undone, textured style that feels modern and approachable, and exactly the kind of hair we’re likely to see more of in 2026.”
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