We’ve been running a series of “micro-posts” across Facebook and Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram (if you’re not already following, we’d LOVE to connect with you there!), featuring our founder Nicky’s #PartyStyleWithHairLoss tips to help you get your glam on this Christmas!

Here they all are, in one place, for you to refer to and (hopefully!) help you sparkle over the coming weeks if you are experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy or alopecia, or any other reason.

Top tips for party style with hair loss

• First and foremost, do not let your lack of locks stop you from stepping out this festive season.  If you’re feeling well and energised you can look supremely elegant in cocktail evening hats. If you’re unsure exactly what a cocktail hat looks like – here are some favourites from our current Christmas collection! Our NEW Margot cocktail turban (fiirst picture) …

Gigi – Teal                                         Perry – Pink                               Ava – Black

And our classic Ava cocktail turban (above), with optional brooch, for a touch of extra ‘bling!’ (can be supplied with turban!) Essentially, your cocktail turban should be all about easy ‘pull on and go’ wear – soft, cool to wear and look sufficiently dressy to fit in well with your eveningwear.

• Even if the hat is black it won’t look right, if it is in the style of a woolly bobble hat!  You could wear a soft ‘everyday’ type beanie or turban, but dress it up with a silk scarf or a dressy headband (see our NEW Nancy, satin-look wide headband, far right, for real party style – it’s perfect!).

•  Lots of women tell us they can’t take the heat wearing their wig for the entire evening.  If you’re set on trying to wear your wig all evening, take a ‘soft something’ or a beautiful silk scarf to change into.

•  Don’t be too hard on yourself trying to ‘look like you always have’  – there are definite fashion looks out there that don’t immediately advertise treatment or significant hair loss.

Think back to the 1920s and 1930s when women accessorised their outfits with stunning hats and jewellery and looked like Garbo!   Pictured above our NEW, gorgeous, super-glam but modern Marcelle turban  It’s pure Hollywood glam! Gorgeous in festive red…

•  Scarves – you either love them or possibly ‘take fright’ thinking I’ll never master the tying. A lightweight paper silk scarf in the right dimensions makes it easy and secure.  If you love scarf wrapping there are some gorgeous silk scarves around this season that will make any outfit look exotic and adorned! (above some of our current beautiful silk prints!).

Think colourful prints and patterns that distract the eye and beautifully disguise defined head shape.  Don’t be mean with your scarves – the more material you have the easier they are to tie and the volume is so much more flattering to wear.

Handy scarf dimensions – square format – 1m square.  Long scarf 180 – 200cms long x 50cms wide (minimum) up to 80 cms is useful! This way, you can tie securely and then pull the scarf out slightly all the way round so that you can avoid that ‘flat head’ back view.

We LOVE bold colours when combined with a silk sheen they lift any pale and tired complexion.  A good silk scarf really does make you look and feel better!

•  Another top tip for your party style – don’t forget a little more make-up is often required with cocktail hats. They are often darker – black, or deep jewel colours – so your make-up will need a little more definition and colour.  Lippy and a good swish of blusher to help you look and feel well against the darker fabrics around your face!

Look out for some party beauty tips, coming soon to the blog, Suburban Turbanistas!

Summary

When it comes to top tips for party style with hair loss, embracing accessories can make all the difference. A vibrant silk scarf not only adds a splash of color but also provides a stylish way to express your personality. Pairing it with a bit more makeup can enhance your overall look, especially when wearing darker, more dramatic outfits.

Remember, confidence shines brighter than any accessory, so wear what makes you feel fabulous! Consider experimenting with bold statement earrings to draw attention and frame your face beautifully. A chic headband can also be a stylish addition, either ‘layering’ headwear, or simply an aid to keeping any remaining hair stylishly in place.