It’s race season, and while the fashion steals the spotlight, we all know the real showstopper is your hair. Whether you’re going for sleek and sophisticated or soft and romantic, the key to perfect race-day hair is a style that looks flawless all day long.
At Epic Hair Designs, our stylists know exactly how to create looks that can survive Queensland’s heat, humidity, and hours of celebrations without losing their shine or shape!
Timeless Race Day Styles
1. Polished Low Bun
Elegant, refined, and endlessly versatile. A low bun keeps your hair off your face and complements any headpiece or fascinator. Add a middle part for a modern edge or twist it into a chignon for classic glamour.
Stylist tip: Ask your stylist for a sleek finish using Oribe Superfine Strong Spray to lock it in without stiffness.
2. Soft Waves with Volume
Romantic waves never go out of style. Perfect for hats or headbands, this look adds movement and bounce while staying camera-ready.
Pro tip: Prep with a heat protectant like Color Wow Dream Coat before styling, it creates humidity-proof shine that lasts for hours.
3. Textured Ponytail
A high or mid ponytail is effortlessly chic and ideal for humid days. Add loose curls or a twist at the base for an elevated finish.
Pro tip: Use Goldwell StyleSign Perfect Hold Sprays for a flexible, all-day grip that still feels soft.
4. The Glossy Blowout
If there’s ever a day for full volume and shine, it’s race day. A classic blowout with round-brushed bounce looks timeless and polished.
Pro tip: Maintain that shine with a drop of Kérastase Elixir Ultime Oil through the ends before you head out.
Prep Makes Perfect
Long-lasting hair starts before the first spray of hairspray. Here’s how to get your style to last from the first race to the final toast:
- Start clean but not too soft: Wash the night before for the best hold, freshly washed hair can be too silky to style.
- Heat protection always: Queensland humidity and hot tools don’t mix without protection. K18 Molecular Repair Mist or Color Wow Dream Coat are essentials.
- Set it properly: Let each curl cool before brushing out. This locks in the style and keeps it from falling flat.
- Keep your mini rescue kit: Pop a small brush, bobby pins, and mini hairspray in your clutch for quick touch-ups.
Your Race Day, the Epic Way
From sleek buns to bouncy blowouts, your race-day look deserves to last as long as your celebrations. Let our stylists help you find a look that fits your outfit, your personality, and the Queensland heat.
Book your appointment at Epic Hair Designs today and get race-ready with hair that shines all day long.
