Spring Hair Colour Trends 2026

Key Takeaways

Fresh Spring Colour Trends: Spring 2026 focuses on lighter, brighter tones, soft dimension, and bold fashion colours that feel modern and wearable.

Personalised Colour Matters: The best results come from choosing a colour that suits your skin tone, lifestyle, and how much maintenance you’re comfortable with.

Low vs High Maintenance Options: From lived-in colour to vibrant shades, different techniques offer varying upkeep levels, which should be considered before your appointment.

Healthy Hair Comes First: Maintaining hair condition is essential, with professional advice and recommended products helping to protect and strengthen colour-treated hair.

Expert Guidance Makes the Difference: An experienced stylist will guide you through options, recommend suitable techniques, and create a result tailored specifically to you.

What Hair Cuts & Colours Are Trending in Spring 2026?

Spring is the perfect time for a hair refresh. As the weather warms up, many people start to move away from heavier winter tones and embrace lighter, brighter, and more expressive colours.

At our salons in Basingstoke and Woking, our experienced team loves to help our clients to try something new. Whether that’s a subtle update or a complete transformation. The key is finding a colour and style that works for your hair, your lifestyle, and how much maintenance you’re comfortable with.

Below are some of the most popular spring-inspired looks we’re loving right now. 

Book an appointment today at your nearest salon. For Hair Lab Basingstoke, call 01256 700 670, and for Hair Lab Woking, call 01483 957047. You can also book online.

We require our clients to undergo a quick and simple colour sensitivity test at least 48 hours prior to a colour application. Read our colour policy.

Long Vibrant Purple Hair With Money Piece

Bold, vibrant, fashion colours continue to be a strong trend, and purple remains a favourite for clients looking to make a statement.

A long, rich purple shade paired with a softer, lighter money piece around the front creates contrast while still keeping the overall look balanced and wearable. The money piece helps brighten the face and adds dimension without overwhelming the colour.

This kind of look often works beautifully when combined with balayage techniques, allowing for a more seamless blend and softer grow-out. Our colour specialists will always chat through how bold you want to go, how often you’d like to maintain your colour, and what will suit your hair condition and routine.

What to ask for in your appointment

  • A rich, long-lasting purple shade with depth and vibrancy, combined with a softer, lighter money piece to frame the face.
  • A blended transition through the front sections to create contrast while maintaining a seamless overall finish.
  • A tone that complements your skin tone while keeping the colour bold but wearable.

Maintenance notes

  • Fashion colours like purple can fade over time, so we recommend using colour-safe, sulphate-free shampoo and washing less frequently where possible.
  • Regular toning appointments can help maintain vibrancy, and your stylist may recommend professional take-home products to preserve colour and condition between visits.
  • If your hair has been pre-lightened, strengthening treatments may also be advised to keep it healthy and glossy.

Short, Sleek Bob Haircut With Blonde Highlights

Shorter haircuts & styles are a great way to keep things fresh and low-maintenance, especially when paired with bright, well-placed highlights.

A sleek short haircut enhanced with blonde highlights can add light, texture, and dimension, helping the hair appear fuller and more defined. The highlights can be customised to be subtle or high-impact depending on your preference.

What to ask for in your appointment

  • A short, precision haircut with clean lines and shape, enhanced with fine blonde highlights to add brightness and dimension.
  • A placement of highlights that complements the haircut, focusing on areas that naturally catch the light for a lifted, multi-tonal effect.
  • A toner to refine the blonde and achieve either a soft, natural finish or a brighter, more defined blonde result.

Maintenance notes

  • To keep blonde highlights looking fresh, regular toning is recommended to prevent unwanted warmth or brassiness.
  • Using a professional blonde-specific shampoo and conditioner can help maintain tone and protect the hair’s condition.
  • Your stylist may also suggest at-home treatments to keep the hair strong, especially if lightening has been used.

Wavy Hairstyles / Beach-Inspired Looks

Effortless, wavy hairstyles continue to be a go-to for spring. Think soft movement, natural texture, and that relaxed “just stepped off the beach” look.

These styles work beautifully with multi-tonal colour, as the waves help reflect light and enhance dimension throughout the hair. Whether your hair is naturally wavy or styled, this look is all about softness and ease.

What to ask for in your appointment

  • A haircut that enhances natural movement, such as soft layers or texture, designed to support loose waves and effortless styling.
  • A colour that adds dimension through subtle highlights or multi-tonal blending, helping waves appear more defined and dynamic.
  • A finish that suits a relaxed, beach-inspired look while still feeling polished and wearable day to day.

Maintenance notes

  • Wavy and textured styles benefit from lightweight, hydrating products that enhance movement without weighing the hair down.
  • Using a sea salt spray or curl-enhancing product can help define waves while maintaining a natural finish.
  • Your stylist may recommend a tailored homecare routine to keep hair healthy, manageable, and easy to style between appointments.

A Personalised Approach to Every Client

One of the things our team prides itself on is taking the time to really understand each client.

Before any colour or cut, we’ll sit down with you for a proper consultation. This is where we discuss:

  • Your hair goals
  • Your lifestyle
  • How much maintenance you’re happy with
  • The condition of your hair
  • What will realistically suit you long-term
  • We’ll then recommend options that feel achievable and tailored — not just trendy for the sake of it.

New Client Offer

If you’re visiting Hair Lab for the first time, you can take advantage of our new client offer and enjoy 40% off. It’s a great way to experience the salon while exploring your next colour or style with our team.

Ready For A Spring Refresh?

No matter if you are drawn to a rich glossy brunette, a spiced-up copper or something a little more playful, the right approach depends on your hair, your lifestyle and how much upkeep you actually want.

If you are based near Basingstoke or Woking, our team at Hair Lab Hair Salons would love to help you find your personal Spring 2026 hair colour. Call Basingstoke Salon on 01256 700 670, and for our Woking Salon, call 01483 957047. You can also book online.