Ready or not, here comes spring 2024. The winter layers are coming off. The all-star events are on, on, on. From wedding season to festival season. Big days out to big nights in. Spring brings more hair and beauty moments to step out (or chill out) in style, and we’re revealing the new-season scoop on what’s in for 2024.
From the hottest wedding-worthy hairstyles, to mani-pedi shades made for parklife. Our spring guide is here to get you ready – whatever your warmer weather plans. It’s time to emerge from hibernation, and into spring style with Treatwell. Ready when you are.
Big day? Big hair & beauty
Sun’s out. Spring weddings are on. Whether you’re getting ready to tie the knot, or you’re looking to be the best-dressed guest – here’s how to say ‘I do’ to top-notch hair and beauty:
Bridal bliss
For brides-to-be, this is the big one. You might have booked your big day hair and makeup (if you haven’t, don’t panic – find last-min appointments at your fingertips on Treatwell). Still undecided on your nuptial nails? For a mani to make your other half swoon, we’ve got the inspo you need.
Our trend pick: Classic neutrals. Ballet-core pink. Oyster French tips. And glazed donut nails a la Hailey Bieber – they might have been around for a while, but they’re going nowhere for 2024, and they’re perfect for that chic, sleek, but a lil’ bit special bridal look.
Groomed to perfection
For grooms and guests alike, wedding celebrations call for fresh trims, clean shaves, and best beards. This year, we’re loving modern mullets (believe it or not), as well as neat buzz cuts and classic pompadours. Left it last minute? Leave it to us. Get ready with Treatwell, and find appointments whenever and wherever you want.
Our treatment pick: These pics will last forever, so go all out with your grooming. This is the time for the full works. A fresh trim combined with a beard trim or a hot towel shave. Add an eyebrow wax if you fancy it, and you’ll be feeling like you, but better.
Ready for race days?
Horse racing – where sports lovers and average punters meet fashion royalty (and actual royalty). These world-renowned events bring us some of the biggest beauty moments of the year. From the fascinator-ready updos of Ascot, to the full-glam gals at Ladies Day – here are the hair and beauty looks to wear:
Classics at the Curragh
Heading to The Curragh for The Irish Guineas Festival? There might not be a dress code, but that doesn’t mean that we’re not going all out. The ‘old money’ aesthetic has been trending for a while now, and where better to try it out than amongst the racing royalty of The Curragh? The home of Irish flat racing, it’s where high-fashion meets high-class racing, and it calls for hair and beauty to match.
Our trend pick: This year, ‘Expensive brunette’ and ‘Expensive blonde’ are trending. Think: rich, multi-dimensional shades that exude ‘quiet luxury’. Sounds fancy, looks fancy, but is ironically pretty easy to maintain.
Ladies Day looks
From The Curragh to Punchestown – there’s nothing quite like an iconic Ladies Day to bring us the best of the best in fashion and beauty. If you’re heading to a Ladies Day near you this spring, or you’re already gathering inspo for the Galway Festival later in the summer, then you’re in luck. The festivities call for looks to impress. Picture big hair, flawless makeup, and perfect lashes. And, with prizes for top-notch looks, like the Bollinger Best Dressed Competition at Punchestown (think: flights to Paris, 5* hotels, Michelin dining, and champagne experiences) – it’s worth pulling out all the stops.
Our trend pick: Big day? Big hair. Larger-than-life bouncy blow-outs are one of 2024’s biggest trends *and* a Ladies Day staple. Combine with soft glam makeup for a world-class look.
From going out to chilling out
Spring isn’t just about the all-star events. For those who prefer life in the slow lane, there’s plenty of activities to fill up those longer, warmer days. Time with the kids. Time spent outdoors. The world is your oyster, and we’re here to help you find your feel-good.
Park life
Sun’s out. Skin’s out. Spring brings plenty of impromptu plans, and warmer weather means you can finally get your legs out and take in the sun. If you’re the type to prefer smooth & silky, we’ve got treatments to let you be ready for anything.
Our treatment pick: Hair removal comes in many forms, but for ready-for-anything, long-lasting results, waxing and sugaring are your best bet.
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Out & about
Whatever your vibe. Whatever your tribe. BBQs. Rooftop drinks with your besties. Alfresco dinners. Brunches in the sunshine. Et al. Spring’s the time for laid-back, sun-drenched days (or rain-drenched – it is Ireland after all).
Our treatment pick: Sandals on? Toes out. We’re getting our flip-flops and strappy heels out. We’re kicking off our shoes – in the garden and on the dancefloor. Sandal-ready pedis are a must. Pick shades of spring’s colour of the moment (blue) or Pantone’s colour of the year (Peach Fuzz) to step out in style.
Fresh face forward
Ready to venture into the great outdoors? Whether you’re trekking through the countryside or strolling the city streets, springtime adventuring means your skin faces more exposure to the elements. From basking in the sun to braving those occasional April showers, now’s the time to show yourself some extra skin TLC.
Our treatment pick: Changing weather and time spent outdoors can throw your skin off-balance, altering sebum levels and leaving it vulnerable to pollution, UV rays, and more. Get your glow back with a refreshing facial – customised to tackle spring-specific concerns like excess oiliness, dehydration, and sun damage. And (of course), always remember your SPF. 😊
Our trend pick: On top of being the perfect spot of pampering, facials can also help to achieve the luminous, clear skin look that defines the K-beauty sensation (and one of 2024’s biggest trends) – glass skin.
Spring self-care
All sounds a bit much? We get it. If you’re more of a soloist, or you just need a break from your blossoming social calendar, spring’s the perfect time for an R&R refresh. On Treatwell you can take your ‘me-time’, any time, so it’s simple to step into your seasonal self-care.
Our treatment pick: Massages are the MVP when it comes to ‘me-time’ that relaxes, unwinds, and resets. Plus, they’re said to ease pesky allergy symptoms – useful when that pollen count picks up.
