New Year 2026 Preparation: French Beauty Trends, Expert Tips & Holiday Styling with BeautéGo

Preparing for the New Year 2026 is not only about choosing the right outfit, makeup and hairstyle — it’s also the perfect moment to embrace the holiday atmosphere, plan your events and take care of your personal style in advance. December in France is filled with corporate festivities, fashion events, soirées, private parties and glamorous celebrations. To help you welcome 2026 in your best shape, we’ve gathered the most important beauty and fashion trends from France, along with expert recommendations from BeautéGo stylists.

Makeup Trends 2025–2026 in France

This season focuses on radiance, expressive details and a touch of futurism.

✨ Glossy Skin & Healthy Glow

Luminous, radiant skin remains the leading trend. French makeup artists are actively using products like Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter and Dior Forever Glow to create a fresh, lit-from-within effect.

✨ Colour Smokey Eyes in Emerald & Violet

The main trend for New Year makeup is smokey eyes, but not in traditional black — instead, deep, expressive tones:

• emerald (Pat McGrath Labs palettes)

• sapphire

• violet (NARS)

• bronze and gold metallics (YSL Beauty)

These colours elevate the look while keeping it festive and luxurious.

✨ Glossy Lips

Matte textures give way to shine. Trending gloss-lip favourites include:Dior Addict Lip Maximizer, Fenty Gloss Bomb, YSL Vernis à Lèvres.

Hairstyle Trends: Volume + Shine

French hairstylists highlight two opposite yet equally fashionable directions:

1. Hollywood Waves with Shine

Soft, voluminous, perfectly defined waves. Often enhanced with shine spray from Oribe or Kérastase Elixir Ultime.

2. Sleek Ponytails & Wet-Look Styling

High ponytails, sleek buns and wet-effect hairstyles — elegant, modern and très chic. Professionals choose GHD tools and texturizing products by Kérastase.

Fashion Trends 2025–2026: What to Wear for New Year’s Eve

French fashion houses set the tone for brightness and luxury.

Key Trends of the Season

• metallic fabrics

• deep velvets

• sequins & glossy textures

• futuristic silhouettes

For inspiration: Maison Valentino, Mugler, Sandro Paris, The Attico.

New Year’s Eve is the perfect occasion for bold experimentation — rich shades, statement jewellery and luminous fabrics.

Useful Hacks for Perfect New Year Preparation

Save this checklist — it's crafted based on the experience of BeautéGo stylists.

5–7 Days Before the Event

✔ Do a light face peeling (Paula’s Choice).✔ Prioritise hydration: La Mer masks, Lancôme serums.✔ Refresh your hair colour or polish the ends.✔ If shopping, prepare outfit references on Pinterest.

2–3 Days Before

✔ Try on the full look: dress + shoes + accessories + bag.✔ Check shoe comfort — gel insoles may help.✔ Ensure your underwear suits the outfit: it impacts the silhouette dramatically.

On the Day of the Celebration

✔ Use cooling eye patches (Pixi, Peter Thomas Roth).✔ Pack a mini beauty kit: lip gloss, powder, mini hairspray, comb.✔ Take a spare pair of comfortable shoes.✔ Avoid new products — use only what you trust.

For Event Organisers

✔ Confirm the dress code early and inform guests immediately.✔ Book stylists, makeup artists and hairdressers in advance — December is fully booked everywhere.✔ Add a beauty zone to the event — it elevates the experience and guest impressions.

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BeautéGo Helps You Prepare for December in Advance

Booking for the New Year season is officially open. BeautéGo offers premium at-home beauty services across Paris, Monaco and the French Riviera, including:

✨ professional makeup✨ elegant festive hairstyles✨ personal stylist consultation✨ shopping accompaniment✨ full image creation for corporate events, shows, parties and New Year’s Eve

December demand is traditionally high, so we recommend booking in advance.

Welcome the New Year 2026 with confidence and style — with BeautéGo, it’s effortless.